James Roddy loves a Porsche. To be more specific, he loves his Porsche 996 C4S. And why wouldn’t he? It’s a beauty, as our latest in the series of Porsche people profiles reveals… This is a simple story that takes a while to unwind but finishes well. It’s a narrative about what happens when we […]
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Sam Lander, subject of the latest in our Porsche People profile series, talks to us about his journey from apprentice to owner of his own Porsche specialist outfit in Malton, Yorkshire. In this interview, look out for… Questions and answers: ‘How did I get here’, those we’ve interviewed in the past often seem bemused that […]
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In model year 1994, Porsche replaced the 964 series with the 993 Turbo and Turbo S. Simple? Not really. Because this meant the end of the road for the air-cooled 911s. Possibly predicting resistance, Porsche only made 5,000 of these beauties between 1995 and 1998. It’s a collector’s item, and worth keeping on the road. […]
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The 50 year development of the iconic 911 hit a new milestone with the 991 series. Unleashed in 2012, the seventh-generation iterations of the marque improved on their predecessors in build quality, option choice, and looks. But that doesn’t mean that, a full decade after the rubber hit the road, 991 owners can’t upgrade on […]
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Even by the quirky standards of Porsche, the 981 was an anomaly. While first-gen Boxsters and Caymans shared components with the 911, the 981 was the first to be created from the tyres up. Out went 30kg of dead weight, in came bespoke doors, aggressive air-intakes, a longer wheelbase, and wider tracks. And now Design […]
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Whichever model of Porsche Cayenne you drive – and there are three generations to choose from – it’s a big car. A heavy unit, weighing up to two tons, which can reach 60mph in under four seconds, takes a lot of stopping. So, when you press the pedal, it had better work. We can make […]
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If you want a job doing properly….and Angus Watt is a strong advocate for ‘doing it yourself’. In our latest profile of the people who keep our 911s the best on the road, we took a trip to Banbury and met a determinedly self-made man. And look at what else he makes, too… Back in […]
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The concept of the outlaw Porsche – that is, the car so modified as to become something different – may divide the Porsche purists, but then that’s the point. Some of this work is mechanical, some cosmetic, some are both. Our latest profile piece talks outlaws. And Trouble. “It was probably around the 2017 mark […]
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For the Porsche perfectionist, it’s as much about the detail as the big picture stuff. Because when you know, you know, Porsche probably attracts more expert commentary than any other marque. This 996 Turbo project is a great case in point… It’s difficult to set parameters on a labour of love. It takes as long […]
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In the latest chapter of our occasional series, we sit down with another Porsche 911 aficionado. Darren Stoddart speaks for many of us – dazzled as a young lad, having to wait until adulthood to realise his dream, and now so soaked in Porsche there’s no turning back. So, hit the gas, Darren! As parents, […]
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In the world of classic cars, few names evoke as much reverence as Porsche. For enthusiasts, owning and maintaining these masterpieces isn’t just about transportation; it’s a deep-rooted passion, a commitment to engineering excellence, and a connection to a legacy spanning decades. Michael Wastie, Director at Autofarm, embodies this spirit of dedication and craftsmanship, steering […]
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