12-month ownership review of my 40th Anniversary Porsche 911

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12 күн бұрын

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One year on, how am I getting on with my 40th Anniversary / 40 Jahre Porsche 911? I've deliberately kept it away from KZfaq, in this latest video I explain why before taking the special edition 996 to Paragon Porsche for its annual service, before discussing my ownership experience over the last 12 months since buying it via the 9WERKS Marketplace. Check out Paragon here: www.paragongb.com/
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Пікірлер: 68

@grahamholderness6558 10 күн бұрын

Can’t fault you Lee , genuine enthusiast enjoying his pride & joy. Full marks 👌

@juhakivekas2175 11 күн бұрын

One thing with car vloggers is that you tend to do videos day in day out. Ive done some of it for R&D documentation purposes for my company and I feel that it disturbs me and my driving. Ok, the more you do the more routine it becomes. But, I’d say that it is healthy for you vloggers sometime just go out with the car without any rigging, just driving and living the moment. Because the videos are repetitive, the stories are pretty much similar, the phrases become similar - and sometimes as viewer you get the sense that he is talking like a sales rep. I believe it is good to earth yourself once in a while. Because it gives more you and as a consequence more to us. Im happy that you had some intimate time with your (other) 996. When I get some intimate time with my 996 my batteries get charged and I feel truly blessed. No need to show off to anybody. Just me, the car, the road, the scenery and the feel of easy motion. I need it and Im quite sure you too. You need some of your own instead of giving to others. One way or another this goes for all of us regardless of the profession.

@9WERKSTV 11 күн бұрын

The internet was created for us humans to escape reality… now we use reality to escape the internet!

@benbustama3430 10 күн бұрын

I owned a ‘99 996 and the ‘04 40 Jahre 996, both new purchases. Although they were both 996s, they were completely different cars. The advancement/improvements over those five years was quite astounding. The 40 Jahre was the pinnacle of the 996! It was a great car. I miss it. I recall loving the unique five spoke polished wheels, the unique front fascia, side skirts, cool leather interior, and the power upgrade. Cool car! Thus began the love affair with GT Silver, too. I ordered my new ‘19 991.2 TT in GT Silver as well. Looking forward to your upcoming 40 Jahre video! Cheers/B

@9WERKSTV 9 күн бұрын

Great to read such a glowing report from a former owner who knows these cars. I wish mine had the polished wheels, alas they were refurbed 'as is' at some point and there's so much confusion out there as to the precise factory finish, I haven't dared change them. Hoping you're enjoying the 991.2 Turbo!

@matthewhomyak1665 10 күн бұрын

Lovely. Had my 40th for 5 years. Remains the best deal in the 911 family. I’m never selling mine.

@9WERKSTV 9 күн бұрын

Objectively speaking, I have to agree.

@FlatsixSTM 6 күн бұрын

Love the update. I’m become obsessed with the Jahre 40 and am convinced it will only become more special in the years to come. Cheers

@interlagos.m3cs 10 күн бұрын

This content is really increasing my urge for a 996. Love the 40 year reference with the video length too - brilliant!!!

@9WERKSTV 9 күн бұрын

Good spot with the video length, you're the first! Buy a 996, just make sure it's a good one in great condition with a thick service history folder, and you'll have a happy ownership experience.

@Nad-A123 10 күн бұрын

Glad to se you & the 40 Jahre enjoying yourselves.

@connect_music_yvr 10 күн бұрын

Yes! Just bought one for myself, loving everyone's stories from the 40 Jahre community!

@9WERKSTV 9 күн бұрын

Wishing you many special miles ahead.

@garyhaddock7264 10 күн бұрын

Continuing health to drive Sir, your car looks great. Pity I’m not located close to Paragon, staff and set-up seem excellent!

@9WERKSTV 9 күн бұрын

Thank you Gary, I hope all is well over in NI.

@996Revival 4 күн бұрын

The car looks like it’s in great shape! Pretty cool shop.

@shorehambeach 10 күн бұрын

Great to see you so happy with your ownership experience. It’s a fantastic car and another great video. Thanks very much 👍👍

@rafaeluribe3914 6 күн бұрын

Eres un verdadero amante de la marca Porsche.

@DJWenlowe 10 күн бұрын

She sounds amazing 👍👍

@melvinjonesjr911 10 күн бұрын

Greetings Lee Thanks for the awesome video so glad you’re enjoying that beautiful 40th anniversary edition USA 🇺🇸

@9WERKSTV 9 күн бұрын

Thanks for the kind words, Melvin, and your general support of the channel - it is much appreciated.

@IrishManJT 11 күн бұрын

Fantastic!

@JohnBaxendale 11 күн бұрын

My dream garage! Can you imagine how nice it'd be to have that on hand for fixing stuff!

@MW-uy3np 10 күн бұрын

You are awesome - one of the best on KZfaq

@9WERKSTV 9 күн бұрын

Whoa, that's most kind! Feeling the love, thank you.

@user-vh4ju3rv4c 8 күн бұрын

Loved my 996 4s, they just seem to be so balanced and from a dimension point of view perfect.

@robmccall5017 7 күн бұрын

Love my manual 996 C4 Cabrio with X51! Even after having Experienced an Engine Failure! Its a Keeper anyways. Keep on the good Content!

@9WERKSTV 6 күн бұрын

Thanks, will do!

@DjNikGnashers 10 күн бұрын

I love your car, absolutely beautiful sir.

@9WERKSTV 9 күн бұрын

Thank you kindly

@ianmitchell9102 9 күн бұрын

Cheers Lee, another great video I really want one of these special editions, and I really want to buy a Porsche from Paragon and have them maintain it for me, the service / garage looks pristine with very knowledgeable technicians at hand. I’ll look forward to seeing the driving video of this car. And finally I’ll keep asking until I see it…… your mate who owns the mint 944 S2, would love to see that on the channel 👍

@9WERKSTV 9 күн бұрын

Thanks for the kind words, Ian! Not sure I know anybody with a mint 944 S2, unless it has slipped my mind?! Which colour is it?

@ianmitchell9102 9 күн бұрын

@@9WERKSTVyou mentioned it on a video about a year ago, he had a 911 and also a mint 944 S2, you was on a driving tour with him…. Think it was red but we never saw it. I’ll try to find the video and let you know

@jonfrench7133 10 күн бұрын

Love the authentic money where you mouth is enthusiasm. I saw a 40yr at Bournemouth OPC a while back and it was a tempting proposition but instead i opted for a new GTS 4.O. I’ve never been brave enough to go with an older classic but perhaps someone like Paragon would be the safest route in. Be interested to hear your thoughts on how your 996 anniversary drives compared to the 4.0 that you recently reviewed ?

@9WERKSTV 9 күн бұрын

Thank you Jon. I am aware the internet generally can be a place for pessimism to fester, so wanted to point out I'm not just talking a good game! The PC Bournemouth car was a good example, with 12-month warranty, but a GTS 4.0 is a great sports car, as you know. It's difficult to compare them with any conviction: one is a modern classic 911, the other is a new, mid-engined Porsche with lots of tech. If you're happy with your 718, you've made the right choice.

@paulopires7481 5 күн бұрын

Carro 🔝, as manhãs de domingo ganham uma nova alma ao conduzir o 40th aniversário. ☀️ ☀️

@inksand 11 күн бұрын

Fellow 40 Jahre (@0348) here. Glad you are enjoying it. They love to be driven - witness my recent 4,000 km through Europe. What exhaust do you have. Sounds better than my stock. Also, how do you find the M030 suspension on poor road surfaces ( I run

@9WERKSTV 11 күн бұрын

Great to hear from a fellow 40 Jahrer! I find the M030 perfectly fine on bumpy roads… though by comparison my other 996 runs KW V3s, which are super stiff.

@imi4449 10 күн бұрын

Love the 40th Anni. You should buy a matching 986 Boxster S 550 Anniversary for the other half ;)

@9WERKSTV 9 күн бұрын

Ooof, there's an idea…

@flatsixer70 11 күн бұрын

...driven not hidden 👍🏻...cheers 😎👋🏻

@christianpratt 9 күн бұрын

A fabulous car Lee - what a treat to own. Do Paragon treat the newly-polished headlights with a UV tolerant sealant or somesuch, do you know?

@9WERKSTV 6 күн бұрын

Thanks Christian, the guys just cut the lights back on the day, nothing was added on top.

@christianpratt 6 күн бұрын

@@9WERKSTV Thanks Lee.

@Ty10444 10 күн бұрын

Lee, your car looks mint and obviously has been maintained to a high standard throughout its life. My question is with your car being 21 years old, would it be acceptable to expect (at your expense) damage caused during maintenance by main dealer/specialist due to the difficulty of removing age related parts?

@9WERKSTV 9 күн бұрын

Thank you, it is a real minter. I wouldn't expect damage at any stage of maintenance or repair, that's why I use specialists who know what they're doing with these cars. However, I do expect age-related gremlins along the way, which have been well evidenced and documented with my other 996 'Little Irish'. Here though, with a comprehensive warranty, much of that drama is taken away - and the warranty is extendable beyond those first 12 months too. My contrasting ownership experiences with my 996s show both sides of the coin. The good news is we as consumers have plenty of options in front of us, as shown on this channel over the years, it's just a matter of making the right choice for each individual.

@craftingmat5425 7 күн бұрын

What a nice car! Still I like the little irish a bit more

@9WERKSTV 6 күн бұрын

Thank you!

@specialgems 11 күн бұрын

Hmmm intresting

@AUDIDOIT 9 күн бұрын

Brother stop saying brilliant every minute. Great review, lovely car.😊

@9WERKSTV 8 күн бұрын

Brilliant advice, thanks.

@AUDIDOIT 4 күн бұрын

@@9WERKSTV 👍

@kriskalpa 11 күн бұрын

I would love to see a comparison with the 40th anniversary 911 and the 986 550 Spyder. Same interior and released at a similar time, are they really so different?

@9WERKSTV 11 күн бұрын

They are so completely different, I wouldn't waste anybody's time doing a video on it. One is a rear-engined 911 Coupe with Powerkit, the other is a mid-engined Boxster.

@kriskalpa 10 күн бұрын

@@9WERKSTV but they're not really that different, are they? The 986 and 996 share a great deal, it is almost the same car with a different engine layout. No offence to your car! but it's not really that different from a Boxster S, hence the comparison. Paragon will tell you the same thing.

@chrismaguire719 10 күн бұрын

How does it compare to a turbo ?

@9WERKSTV 9 күн бұрын

In a sentence? Scalpel vs sledgehammer.

@encoreunefois1X 8 күн бұрын

How can you refer to Little Irish as "it"? I'm perplexed.

@9WERKSTV 6 күн бұрын

Then you'll be perplexed forever more. Enjoy.

@enginharman8594 9 күн бұрын

997.2 C2 or 996 ‘40 Jahre’ 🧐?

@9WERKSTV 8 күн бұрын

40 Jahre for the numbered production run, the special spec, and the more characterful M96 engine.

@SupermotoCentral 11 күн бұрын

What a waste of money changing oil that fresh😅

@a1topdog 10 күн бұрын

what if they had spotted an issue, eg filings in the filter.

@SupermotoCentral 10 күн бұрын

@@a1topdogif you are paranoid like that you can change your oil every month😅

@jurgenseidel6806 10 күн бұрын

That’s exactly what I thought.

@The888Redlich 10 күн бұрын

It may look clean but even with low miles if it’s had a lot of cold starts/short runs oil can be diluted from the rich start up mixture with fuel @ water can’t burn off if it rarely gets hot enough . Oil analysis would be the only way to know

@9WERKSTV 9 күн бұрын

This is the classic response of somebody who doesn't know these cars very well. If I'd have found an IMS bearing breaking up in the oil filter, it would have been the best money I'd ever spent! Not sure about you but I chase condition, not currency.