I love my 997. I continue to mod it and do so knowing it is the original vision of Ferdinand Porsche. He didn’t create the company to manufacture cars. He made the company to make already production cars better by modifying them. Modifying your Porsche is only keeping with his visions.
Beautifully put together. Tremendous content, smooth, easy to digest and an absolutely wonderful watch. Really enjoyed this (not that I’m biased with my own 997 turbo) but because I could have watched this for an hour. Really good. Thanks for creating this for us. More please….
Had a Manual C2S, bought a clean low mile example for sub $50k. There’s a strong after market support, as long as you’re not looking for the aero wing, parts are plentiful. Strong forum support, you can easily find the solution to any issue you’re looking for. This was one of the last 911’s built by Porsche before VAG, meaning repairs and disassembly is DIY friendly making it attractive to enthusiasts who do their own mods and repairs. It’s not as expensive as you’d think to maintain. Yes bore score is an issue on the .1’s, but that never stops enthusiasts from buying a fun analogue Porsche. 997 owners are some of the coolest owners out there too and are true enthusiasts who don’t care about the clout or IG followers. Overall great ownership experience when I had my 997.1.
Really like your job. Has a new 997 owner has you said, i think is the best 997 you can buy because the Carrera S is the best bank for buck you can start with unique projects.
Great video Trev interesting format .. and subject I think the 997 has become a real bargain because of the borescore issues but they still have some way to go to beat the cheapest as there are currently 996s for sub 10k and bare in mind the early 3.4 996s are a stronger more reliable engine compared to early 997s or even later 3.6 996s ... in fact I saw one the other day for £8995 which is the cheapest I've ever seen but probably good reason for it making actually now so cheap in the end ... 997s are still 15-20 for the really cheap ones only ones cheaper are honest sellers selling the car with confirmed bore score. It's certainly clear that you could roll the dice for under 20k and buy a 997 that's fine for years or just go straight for a scored one for say 12-13 and spend the same again on the engine and then for sub 30 have a car you can keep forever without worries of engine failure.
@@RollingSlowMedia yes 100% for the really non car builder type guys a fully rebuilt engined car is probably all they would be looking for and they would have already done the math on time and money so would happily pay a substantial premium for a built engined car ...it just makes good man maths 👌
In a nutshell... I guess it's the ideal blend of Porsche asthetics and analog. That said, the manuel 991. 2 GT3 or Touring is also in that realm (minus the electric steering) imo.
Speedster, you forgot those tasty Speedsters. I agree with @DMK2nd, you do NOT want a $20K 997 in the US. I believe the 996 is the most affordable 911, but being a 997 owner myself and COMPLETELY impartial, I think it is one of the best looking 911s. I also like the 964 over the 993, so YMMV. Good video, nice shots and cinematography.
I think aircooled are more frequently modified... mostly because there are so many out there and they had such a long history. But the mod culture of the aircooled Porsche are different.
Morning Trevor my brother from another mother my surname is also Joseph but mine is plural as in Josephs I'm just looking to buy my first Porsche I've been lutsting after one for 40 years ! new sub loving the content thanks for the uploads
In North America the prices of 997’s are double the price of 996’s. Nobody wants a 996 because there’s a $1000 bearing you should change but that same bearing is an issue on early 997’s and bore score is a much larger issue on the 997 but nobody talks about it here. I feel bad for anyone who buys a 997 for double the cost of a 996 and then finds out they need a rebuild
@@DK2nd I wish. I wanted a manual coupe but I ended up getting an auto cabriolet because I got a deal too good to pass up. With the money I saved on the purchase price I got some excellent mods....68mm turbos, 3" SS xpipe exhaust, 4.5" markski intercoolers, turbo intake tubes, semi solid motor mounts, pinned coolant lines, sharkwerks elbows, markski 4 tune package, and forgestar cf10 wheels....255s in the front and 325s in the rear.
I’ve often thought about this. I think once all the 996 variants are in the hands of loving enthusiasts and there is not a single neglected 996 left (like the 964) then yep, I think 996s will be worth more
Number your stamens are 100% false’ but I get it just gibber jabbing for u-tube content😁🤙 Realistically there is no Porsche ‘911 For sale for 15,000 nothing‼️‼️👎🏼 And secondly if you knew about cars the way you are proclaiming you would not lean on a car fender and such a manner due to The high potential hazard of scratching or denting the highly sought after Porsche 911 in turn your vehicle must be worth 15 pounds the way you are disrespecting it and that way so we would like to offer you 15 pounds for your Porsche ‘911/. As you show that you don’t value it by saying you can pick one up for that price and the way you flop and lean against it like it’s a junkyard work truck !! 14,pounds in hand for you as we Speak quickly before you administer more catastrophic damage due to neglect. ( I will take that 911 car cover it wash and wax it respected and treated with pride and never lean on it, again 13, pounds due to neglect)
What do you think is the most loved and modified Porsche?
What model 911 would you like me to feature next?
1997 no/low option code basic manual 996 is the most 911 for any money
I love my 997. I continue to mod it and do so knowing it is the original vision of Ferdinand Porsche. He didn’t create the company to manufacture cars. He made the company to make already production cars better by modifying them. Modifying your Porsche is only keeping with his visions.
Awesome video mate! Love the 997, a proper sweet spot 🙌
Glad you enjoyed it
Great video Trev. I really enjoyed the format and editing. It was easy and enjoyable to watch. I can appreciate the work that went into the setups. 😎
Thanks Steve. Up next is the 996
Channel is improving very naturally, nice work . Also the money shot of your car , as you chill on the bench admiring its lines 👌
❤️👌🏾❤️ the 997 is by far the best generation of 911
Great video Trevor. Good content and production. More of these deep dives into enthusiasm is going to attract more viewership.
Im looking for some owners to come on the channel as we speak. Hopefully in a few weeks I’ll have some.
One of the 'better' Porsche dedicated UA-cam channels! 👍
Wow, thanks!
Without a doubt.👍.. Straight talking dude, with no bull***t. Keeping the same channel name, is also a bonus!!! lol
Beautifully put together. Tremendous content, smooth, easy to digest and an absolutely wonderful watch. Really enjoyed this (not that I’m biased with my own 997 turbo) but because I could have watched this for an hour. Really good. Thanks for creating this for us. More please….
Thank you 🙏 I thought I’d try something new. My next video will be on the 996.
Had a Manual C2S, bought a clean low mile example for sub $50k. There’s a strong after market support, as long as you’re not looking for the aero wing, parts are plentiful. Strong forum support, you can easily find the solution to any issue you’re looking for. This was one of the last 911’s built by Porsche before VAG, meaning repairs and disassembly is DIY friendly making it attractive to enthusiasts who do their own mods and repairs. It’s not as expensive as you’d think to maintain. Yes bore score is an issue on the .1’s, but that never stops enthusiasts from buying a fun analogue Porsche. 997 owners are some of the coolest owners out there too and are true enthusiasts who don’t care about the clout or IG followers. Overall great ownership experience when I had my 997.1.
Nicely said and thank you. Since owning mine I've found help from forums and attending events here in the UK. Where are you based?
@@RollingSlowMedia excellent! I’m based in California but would love to visit the UK one day, you guys have a really strong car scene
I love working on mine. For the most part it’s well thought out simplified design
Love the new format!
Can definitely see and feel the progress you're making which is a great inspiration for me. Keep it up...
Thanks 🙏 happy to share and bounce ideas around with you anytime
New format is very nice 👌🏾. Really would like to see a 968 feature
Good idea
Excellent content Trev!
Thank you 🙏
Very well put video, super clean car you have sir 🔥
Can’t argue 😊
Great vid! Editing skills top tier 🙌🏾
Cheers bro
Nice one. I'll make the jump to a 911 one day. Love this format of video
Do it bro
Very good video editing 👌 👍
Thanks 🤗
Excellent video 👍
I agree . Probably have another one day
Your martini livery was iconic
really great framing!
Really like your job. Has a new 997 owner has you said, i think is the best 997 you can buy because the Carrera S is the best bank for buck you can start with unique projects.
Great video Trev interesting format .. and subject I think the 997 has become a real bargain because of the borescore issues but they still have some way to go to beat the cheapest as there are currently 996s for sub 10k and bare in mind the early 3.4 996s are a stronger more reliable engine compared to early 997s or even later 3.6 996s ... in fact I saw one the other day for £8995 which is the cheapest I've ever seen but probably good reason for it making actually now so cheap in the end ... 997s are still 15-20 for the really cheap ones only ones cheaper are honest sellers selling the car with confirmed bore score. It's certainly clear that you could roll the dice for under 20k and buy a 997 that's fine for years or just go straight for a scored one for say 12-13 and spend the same again on the engine and then for sub 30 have a car you can keep forever without worries of engine failure.
Nicely put Dan. And if you have rebuilt the engine this makes for a more attractive sale
@@RollingSlowMedia yes 100% for the really non car builder type guys a fully rebuilt engined car is probably all they would be looking for and they would have already done the math on time and money so would happily pay a substantial premium for a built engined car ...it just makes good man maths 👌
In a nutshell... I guess it's the ideal blend of Porsche asthetics and analog.
That said, the manuel 991. 2 GT3 or Touring is also in that realm (minus the electric steering) imo.
Speedster, you forgot those tasty Speedsters. I agree with @DMK2nd, you do NOT want a $20K 997 in the US. I believe the 996 is the most affordable 911, but being a 997 owner myself and COMPLETELY impartial, I think it is one of the best looking 911s. I also like the 964 over the 993, so YMMV. Good video, nice shots and cinematography.
I think aircooled are more frequently modified... mostly because there are so many out there and they had such a long history. But the mod culture of the aircooled Porsche are different.
I’ll be doing a deep dive into air cool culture as well. Just getting my research together
Morning Trevor my brother from another mother my surname is also Joseph but mine is plural as in Josephs I'm just looking to buy my first Porsche I've been lutsting after one for 40 years !
new sub loving the content thanks for the uploads
Now is a good time to get one my brother. We are not getting any younger. You will love and enjoy it.
In North America the prices of 997’s are double the price of 996’s. Nobody wants a 996 because there’s a $1000 bearing you should change but that same bearing is an issue on early 997’s and bore score is a much larger issue on the 997 but nobody talks about it here. I feel bad for anyone who buys a 997 for double the cost of a 996 and then finds out they need a rebuild
Where did you get that 997 model on your desk? I want it.
I bought that from Ebay
Nice video plus you like 997s so
That’s worth a like 👍 plus subscription! 😁✅
I agree with all that... Porsche!
They are more expensive than 20k in America. A high mileage C2 is still close to 40k.
All 997.1 cars will need a rebuild at some point, they will all bore score. And a rebuild is more likely in $30k-$40k range.
Not the mezger models
@@sutherlacd27 correct. Thanks.
I wish those prices were that low here in the states. You need to sell a kidney. Turbos, GT3 GTS etc are way north of 100k here.
They may be low but they may not be in the best conditions.
You buy cheap you pay twice
I'll sell you my 997.1 turbo for $65k
@@sutherlacd27is it a manual??????
@@DK2nd I wish. I wanted a manual coupe but I ended up getting an auto cabriolet because I got a deal too good to pass up. With the money I saved on the purchase price I got some excellent mods....68mm turbos, 3" SS xpipe exhaust, 4.5" markski intercoolers, turbo intake tubes, semi solid motor mounts, pinned coolant lines, sharkwerks elbows, markski 4 tune package, and forgestar cf10 wheels....255s in the front and 325s in the rear.
Here in the states the 996 is by far cheaper than the 997, so it’s not the cheapest in every country. Just saying
Most modified? Hardly, think nearly any generation of the air cooled cars.
996 is the most affordable 911, not 997. Bore scoring was more common in .1 range.
not mentioning 9FF in this vedio just hurts...... how can you not mention 9FF???????? of all companies?
Awwwh dam I forgot. I’ll give them a mention in the next one
Here's another prediction for you 997s become cheaper than 996s in the next decade 🤔
I’ve often thought about this. I think once all the 996 variants are in the hands of loving enthusiasts and there is not a single neglected 996 left (like the 964) then yep, I think 996s will be worth more
Number your stamens are 100% false’ but I get it just gibber jabbing for u-tube content😁🤙
Realistically there is no Porsche ‘911 For sale for 15,000 nothing‼️‼️👎🏼
And secondly if you knew about cars the way you are proclaiming you would not lean on a car fender and such a manner due to The high potential hazard of scratching or denting the highly sought after Porsche 911 in turn your vehicle must be worth 15 pounds the way you are disrespecting it and that way so we would like to offer you 15 pounds for your Porsche ‘911/. As you show that you don’t value it by saying you can pick one up for that price and the way you flop and lean against it like it’s a junkyard work truck !!
14,pounds in hand for you as we Speak quickly before you administer more catastrophic damage due to neglect.
( I will take that 911 car cover it wash and wax it respected and treated with pride and never lean on it, again 13, pounds due to neglect)
Yeah it’s damaged. There is a big fat dent where my ass was. It’s worth about 5 now. In fact you can take it for free.
They are more expensive than 20k in America. A high mileage C2 is still close to 40k.
Dam!!.. They hold their value well