Hexagon Classics is the kind of North London showroom where you could happily lose an evening: surrounded by rare 911s, eating sourdough pizza and talking Porsches. That’s exactly what happens in this episode of the PorkLife podcast, recorded on location at Hexagon Classics with Jeremy from the Hexagon team – and it’s basically Porsche enthusiast heaven.

This blog dives into the stories Jeremy shares about Hexagon’s history, its obsession with quality, the wild cars that pass through the doors, and how the space has evolved into a community hub with events, pizza nights and even design-led Porsche gifts from Design911.

The Story Behind Hexagon Classics

Hexagon Classics started life in 1964, founded by the now-legendary Paul Michaels in a mews garage in Hampstead, North London. From those modest beginnings, it grew into a serious player in the car world – and not just as a dealer.

Over the years, Paul has:

• Run one of London’s biggest BMW dealerships

• Been a Porsche main dealer back in the 1970s

• Even run a Formula One team that scored world championship points

Jeremy laughs that what would have been Hexagon’s entire F1 budget in the 70s wouldn’t even buy a steering wheel in today’s F1 – but it tells you everything about the ambition and passion behind Hexagon Classics.

Today, the team operates from a stunning showroom on Great North Road, at the bottom of Bishop’s Avenue. Around 25 cars are usually on display, with many more tucked away in storage or the nearby service facility. The location has become a destination in its own right: somewhere you go not just to buy a car, but to soak up the atmosphere.

Why Porsche is the Beating Heart of Hexagon Classics

Hexagon may deal in all marques, but Jeremy is very clear:

“The only brand that’s tradable all the time, ever, is Porsche.”

From air-cooled icons to modern classics, Porsches are the backbone of Hexagon Classics. The bread-and-butter stock? 997 Gen 2s, supported by everything from 356s and 930 Turbos to ultra-rare specials and backdate builds.

Some key points from the episode:

• At the right price, a good Porsche sells immediately

• Buyers come to Hexagon Classics for confidence – the name, the history, the prep work

• The service department, just up the road, can handle everything from a basic service to a three-year, nut-and-bolt restoration

• Many parts come via Design911, keeping everything as correct and high-quality as possible

Jeremy’s own story underlines why he fits so well at Hexagon Classics. He’s from a family deeply rooted in cars – Jaguar restorers, Le Mans-winning Porsche 917 ownership, a 73 RS as a wedding car, and a lifetime love for Porsches, including owning a 356 for 34 years before honouring a bet and handing it to his daughter. It’s clear this isn’t just a job – it’s in his blood.

The Hexagon Classics Philosophy: Only the Best Will Do

One thing that comes through strongly in the PorkLife chat is how picky Hexagon Classics is. They don’t just buy anything with a Porsche badge.

• Paul prefers to own cars outright, sometimes holding them for years

• The team hunts for the “best of the best”: low-mileage, rare specs, special options

• Cars are prepped to an almost obsessive standard before they ever hit the showroom

• Every car comes with a 12-month RAC warranty – but as Jeremy says, “It’s a Hexagon car, you know it’s going to be fine.”

Examples?
A paint-to-sample Minerva Blue 1989 930 Turbo, five-speed, with special interior and just 10,000 miles. Priced at £295k, some thought it was expensive… until the right buyer appeared. Then there’s the white 930 LE, or the Gamballa-tuned 993 Turbo with around 600bhp – rare, outrageous and properly documented.

Hexagon Classics believes truly special cars will always find buyers, especially in a world where there are more ultra-wealthy enthusiasts chasing fewer great cars.

From Showroom to Social Hub: Porsches, Pizzas and Parties

What makes this PorkLife episode feel different is that Hexagon Classics isn’t presented as a stuffy dealer – it’s a living, breathing community space.

The showroom is linked to:

• The Engine Rooms – an events space where they host wild parties, launches and gatherings

• 67 Sour Pizza – an in-house sourdough pizza concept that started as a simple oven-in-a-van idea and turned into a full-blown restaurant setup among the cars

Cam, the pizza mastermind, explains how 67 Sour evolved from an idea and an unused pizza oven into a buzzing destination. The pizza is now legendary – Spanish Mafia with spicy chorizo and creamy chilli sauce, pepp & honey, and more.

Then there are the events:

• Porsches & Pizzas nights that sell out fast

• Mixed-marque car meets (with the occasional Gordon Murray fan car sneaking through the Porsche crowd)

• A relaxed vibe where young enthusiasts are welcomed in, despite the millions of pounds’ worth of machinery around them

It’s all part of Hexagon Classics’ mission to keep classic cars accessible, exciting and alive, especially for the next generation who might otherwise only know anonymous, ultra-fast EVs.

Gifts Inspired by Hexagon Classics & PorkLife

Towards the end of the episode, the conversation shifts from cars and pizza to Porsche gifts and stocking fillers, all available via Design911 – perfect for anyone who’s just listened to PorkLife at Hexagon Classics and thought, “I need a bit of that in my life.”

Here are some of the highlights you can shop online, ideal for Porsche fans:

1. Porsche Art and Memorabilia

If you loved the way the Hexagon Classics showroom mixes art, cars and atmosphere, you’ll want to browse the range of Porsche art and memorabilia.
From framed pieces to desk ornaments, it’s the same design-driven mindset you see at Hexagon – turning Porsche culture into objects you can live with every day.

2. Classic Pepita Accessory Set

Houndstooth and Pepita trims are a recurring visual theme in classic Porsche interiors – the kind of detail you’d expect to find in a car sitting under the spotlights at Hexagon Classics. You can bring that heritage into your daily life with the Classic Pepita Accessory Set for all Porsche owners.

It’s a stylish way to echo that classic motorsport and showroom feel, whether you’re heading to Cars & Coffee or just into the office.

3. Cigarette Lighter to USB Adapter

In the episode, the team talk about how modern tech needs to integrate seamlessly into classic cabins – it’s no good if it looks out of place. That’s exactly what the cigarette lighter to USB adapter for classic Porsche 911s does.

It looks like a period-correct lighter, but hides USB and USB-C ports so you can charge phones and devices discreetly. Perfect for keeping your classic usable without spoiling the OEM vibe Hexagon Classics is so protective of.

4. Powerdock Magnetic Phone Holder & Wireless Charger

Remember the chat about the MagSafe-style phone mount that looks so OEM you’d think Porsche made it? That’s the Powerdock magnetic phone holder & wireless charger for Porsche 996.2 and 986 Boxster.

It slots into the dash in a way that feels totally natural, holds your phone solidly and charges it wirelessly. It’s exactly the kind of clever, subtle upgrade you could imagine on a well-sorted car sitting at Hexagon Classics.

5. Wiesner Classic 1:8 Scale Porsche 356 Wheel Art

If you were drawn to Jeremy’s stories about his 356 and the way these early cars make everyone smile, the Wiesner Classic 1:8 scale Porsche 356 steel wheel with hubcap, framed is the perfect piece of wall art.

It’s highly detailed, beautifully framed and ideal for an office, garage or man cave. Think of it as a little slice of Hexagon Classics’ wall space, but in your own home.

Hexagon Classics x PorkLife x Design911

xThis PorkLife episode captures what makes Hexagon Classics so special: not just the metal, but the stories, the people and the atmosphere – from F1 history and rare 930 Turbos to pizza nights and packed events.

Design911, PorkLife and Hexagon Classics all sit in that same sweet spot where enthusiasm, heritage, design and community overlap. Whether you’re planning to visit the showroom for Porsche & Pizza, dream of buying a 997 Gen 2, or just want to bring some of that world into your home with carefully chosen Porsche gifts, you’re part of the same culture.

Beer, Porsches, pizza, great stories and a few perfectly chosen accessories – if that isn’t the good life, what is?