The Story Behind Hexagon Classics<\/h2>\n
Hexagon Classics started life in 1964, founded by the now-legendary Paul Michaels<\/strong> in a mews garage in Hampstead, North London. From those modest beginnings, it grew into a serious player in the car world \u2013 and not just as a dealer.<\/p>\n Over the years, Paul has:<\/p>\n Run one of London\u2019s biggest BMW dealerships<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Been a Porsche main dealer<\/strong> back in the 1970s<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Even run a Formula One team<\/strong> that scored world championship points<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Jeremy laughs that what would have been Hexagon\u2019s entire F1 budget in the 70s wouldn\u2019t even buy a steering wheel in today\u2019s F1 \u2013 but it tells you everything about the ambition and passion behind Hexagon Classics.<\/p>\n Today, the team operates from a stunning showroom on Great North Road, at the bottom of Bishop\u2019s 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.<\/p>\n Hexagon may deal in all marques, but Jeremy is very clear:<\/p>\n \u201cThe only brand that\u2019s tradable all the time, ever, is Porsche.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n From air-cooled icons to modern classics, Porsches are the backbone of Hexagon Classics<\/strong>. The bread-and-butter stock? 997 Gen 2s, supported by everything from 356s and 930 Turbos to ultra-rare specials and backdate builds.<\/p>\n Some key points from the episode:<\/p>\n At the right price, a good Porsche sells immediately<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Buyers come to Hexagon Classics for confidence<\/strong> \u2013 the name, the history, the prep work<\/p>\n<\/li>\n The service department, just up the road, can handle everything from a basic service to a three-year, nut-and-bolt restoration<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n Many parts come via Design911<\/a>, keeping everything as correct and high-quality as possible<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Jeremy\u2019s own story underlines why he fits so well at Hexagon Classics. He\u2019s from a family deeply rooted in cars \u2013 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\u2019s clear this isn\u2019t just a job \u2013 it\u2019s in his blood.<\/p>\n One thing that comes through strongly in the PorkLife chat is how picky<\/strong> Hexagon Classics is. They don\u2019t just buy anything with a Porsche badge.<\/p>\n Paul prefers to own cars outright<\/strong>, sometimes holding them for years<\/p>\n<\/li>\n The team hunts for the \u201cbest of the best\u201d: low-mileage, rare specs, special options<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Cars are prepped to an almost obsessive standard before they ever hit the showroom<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Every car comes with a 12-month RAC warranty \u2013 but as Jeremy says, \u201cIt\u2019s a Hexagon car, you know it\u2019s going to be fine.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n Examples? Hexagon Classics believes truly special cars will always find buyers<\/strong>, especially in a world where there are more ultra-wealthy enthusiasts chasing fewer great cars.<\/p>\n What makes this PorkLife episode feel different is that Hexagon Classics isn\u2019t presented as a stuffy dealer \u2013 it\u2019s a living, breathing community space<\/strong>.<\/p>\n The showroom is linked to:<\/p>\n The Engine Rooms<\/strong> \u2013 an events space where they host wild parties, launches and gatherings<\/p>\n<\/li>\n 67 Sour Pizza<\/strong> \u2013 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<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n 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 \u2013 Spanish Mafia with spicy chorizo and creamy chilli sauce, pepp & honey, and more.<\/p>\n Then there are the events:<\/p>\n Porsches & Pizzas<\/strong> nights that sell out fast<\/p>\n<\/li>\n Mixed-marque car meets (with the occasional Gordon Murray fan car sneaking through the Porsche crowd)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n A relaxed vibe where young enthusiasts are welcomed in, despite the millions of pounds\u2019 worth of machinery around them<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n It\u2019s all part of Hexagon Classics\u2019 mission to keep classic cars accessible, exciting and alive<\/strong>, especially for the next generation who might otherwise only know anonymous, ultra-fast EVs.<\/p>\n Towards the end of the episode, the conversation shifts from cars and pizza to Porsche gifts and stocking fillers<\/strong>, all available via Design911 \u2013 perfect for anyone who\u2019s just listened to PorkLife at Hexagon Classics and thought, \u201cI need a bit of that in my life.\u201d<\/p>\n Here are some of the highlights you can shop online, ideal for Porsche fans:<\/p>\n If you loved the way the Hexagon Classics showroom mixes art, cars and atmosphere, you\u2019ll want to browse the range of Porsche art and memorabilia<\/a>. Houndstooth and Pepita trims are a recurring visual theme in classic Porsche interiors \u2013 the kind of detail you\u2019d 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<\/a>.<\/p>\n It\u2019s a stylish way to echo that classic motorsport and showroom feel, whether you\u2019re heading to Cars & Coffee or just into the office.<\/p>\n In the episode, the team talk about how modern tech needs to integrate seamlessly into classic cabins \u2013 it\u2019s no good if it looks out of place. That\u2019s exactly what the cigarette lighter to USB adapter for classic Porsche 911s<\/a> does.<\/p>\n 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.<\/p>\n Remember the chat about the MagSafe-style phone mount<\/strong> that looks so OEM you\u2019d think Porsche made it? That\u2019s the Powerdock magnetic phone holder & wireless charger for Porsche 996.2 and 986 Boxster<\/a>.<\/p>\n It slots into the dash in a way that feels totally natural, holds your phone solidly and charges it wirelessly. It\u2019s exactly the kind of clever, subtle upgrade you could imagine on a well-sorted car sitting at Hexagon Classics.<\/p>\n\n
Why Porsche is the Beating Heart of Hexagon Classics<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nThe Hexagon Classics Philosophy: Only the Best Will Do<\/h2>\n
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A paint-to-sample Minerva Blue 1989 930 Turbo, five-speed, with special interior and just 10,000 miles. Priced at \u00a3295k, some thought it was expensive\u2026 until the right buyer appeared. Then there\u2019s the white 930 LE, or the Gamballa-tuned 993 Turbo with around 600bhp \u2013 rare, outrageous and properly documented.<\/p>\nFrom Showroom to Social Hub: Porsches, Pizzas and Parties<\/h2>\n
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Gifts Inspired by Hexagon Classics & PorkLife<\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\n1. Porsche Art and Memorabilia<\/h2>\n
From framed pieces to desk ornaments, it\u2019s the same design-driven mindset you see at Hexagon \u2013 turning Porsche culture into objects you can live with every day.<\/p>\n2. Classic Pepita Accessory Set<\/h2>\n
3. Cigarette Lighter to USB Adapter<\/h2>\n
4. Powerdock Magnetic Phone Holder & Wireless Charger<\/h2>\n
5. Wiesner Classic 1:8 Scale Porsche 356 Wheel Art<\/h2>\n
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