I finished my Porsche 912 restoration (43 years off the road)

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7 ай бұрын

I did it. This old Porsche 912 is back on the road after being in a garage for 43 years. This process taught me so much. I'm extremely grateful that I had the opportunity to buy and refresh this old car. A big thank you to my wife for being the amazing woman she is, and supporting me complete a dream like this. Thank you to my great friend Andrew, for letting me do this project in his shop space. Thank you to everyone who's supported me by simply watching and commenting on my videos. I don't have a business, this is just for fun. I'll never forget this experience. Stayed tuned to see what happened in the following months with this old car.
To anyone who's considering a restoration of an old car, I'd tell you that it's worth it. You'll spend more than you thought. It will take longer than you expect. But you'll come out different. You'll learn a lot, and be glad you did.
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@michaels2916 7 ай бұрын

These cars need folks like you to bring them back. The engine starting up must have almost been as got as having a kid. Congrats.

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

They won't restore themselves! It was a great moment, no doubt

@russellmarsden9329 7 ай бұрын

Well done for getting it over the line fella.

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

Thanks Russell!

@deanallen191 7 ай бұрын

Not trying to talk smack about your mechanical abilities, but doesn't the engine go in the front?! Dude that's such a huge accomplishment congratulations! Thank you for the update! Hope you get the bugs sorted out soon so you can really enjoy all your work.

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

Thanks Dean! I'll post an update within a week or so. Appreciate you following the journey man

@deanallen191 7 ай бұрын

@michaelgideon6422 of course man I've been enjoying you documenting the journey.

@keithparker4157 7 ай бұрын

I have the same car.. has left me on the side of the road a few times.. Great fun and tears.. love the videos

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

Old cars have their ups and downs. Nice car mate! Thnx

@JacuzziSurfer 7 ай бұрын

I like the factory rebuild! You had the option for power adders, but the improved stock aspect is what makes this car amazing! 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼 So sick!!

@Rich_Lambert 7 ай бұрын

Car's running, got content, and a cliff hanger...doesn't get any better than that! I'm happy for you.

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

Thank you Rich! It was a fun adventure..although that night sucked haha

@pete5534 3 ай бұрын

Rolling beats sitting - nice work!

@matteopaparo12 7 ай бұрын

Congratulations!!!!

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

Thank you! Appreciate you tuning in!

@zonoscopePictures 7 ай бұрын

Man I’m so happy that you got it started- I was a bit concerned when your friend wasn’t standing guard at the engine bay when you cranked it over (the last thing you want is a fuel leak to ruin your day!) . The great thing about these cars is, it’s probably a simple fix.

@HoaTruong-kq4vn 6 ай бұрын

Very excited with these type of these video. Love the rebuild and almost is a love for Porsche

@travelmexcursions6978 7 ай бұрын

It was awesome watching this video! Congrats on a great job you did on the engine

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

@aew0aew0 7 ай бұрын

Great video cousin! 🫶🏼

@carlosfcolon 7 ай бұрын

Great work

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@FunWithAJ 7 ай бұрын

Happy to see a new YT video instead of just insta :) P.S. not sure if you heard the news about Deus... they opened a new location near us on PCH in newport and are opening a 2nd location in LA with resturant (like the Deus Lodge in UK). Still down for a coffee if you ever are lmk.

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

Thanks AJ! I did hear that. I live pretty far, but one of these days I'm sure we'll run into each other. Cheers man

@bedroommusicPL 5 ай бұрын

Congrats! What a car:D

@Mr10usdad 7 ай бұрын

Great video!

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

Thank you! I'll post a follow up really soon

@angrygardener2430 7 ай бұрын

Great vid, great journey. Nice to a see this old PCar moving on its own. I enjoy this channel because of the shared experience of bringing back a couple of my own… both of which continue to deliver smiles, tears, cussing and memories only possible with years of tremendous spousal support

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

Thank you! Spousal support is key! Appreciate the support man

@johnv911sc3 7 ай бұрын

Thumbs up

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

Thanks John!

@nlaughton 7 ай бұрын

Love it - thanks for the ride, Michael!

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching. Without you guys I'd just have these on my computer. Glad to share. Appreciate all of you

@raybelcher 7 ай бұрын

great job, i like your car.

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@jimmccarthy6015 7 ай бұрын

Glad to see it together. Inspiring me to get back into the garage and continue on my 944. Thanks!

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

Thanks Jim! Get in there and chip away! Cheers

@alexkemp9001 7 ай бұрын

Amazing to see it running again. What a journey!

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

Thanks Alex! totally worth it

@ezramorency7422 7 ай бұрын

I was so happy excited for you when it started!! Clapping and waving my hands in the air! I hope you figure out why you lost power………..

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

You're awesome. This comment gave me a huge smile.

@capejason 7 ай бұрын

Yes! Love this car. Amazing to watch your loving restoration. Congrats.

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

Thanks Jason! Really appreciate you following along mate

@DCSquared 7 ай бұрын

Love a good car adventure!

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

It's part of the charm of an old car!

@Hulley29 7 ай бұрын

Man, I love this car, stoked that you at least got it running even though she quit on you, I have no doubt it's something small. I can't wait for the next vid!

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

OG Hulley..Always appreciate and love seeing you comment man.

@MrNushtaiev 7 ай бұрын

Michael thank you for the video! Awesome project!

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

My pleasure! No reason to post if you guys didn't watch. Thank you!

@MrNushtaiev 7 ай бұрын

@@michaelgideon6422 I watched the video! :)

@nomdeplume2724 7 ай бұрын

Great video Michael💥 Can’t wait for the next one. Great job so far and good luck with the fix 👍

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

Thank you! Looking forward to showing how transpired after this. Appreciate you

@ej2863 7 ай бұрын

Congrats! Looks sweet, sounds even sweeter!

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@lordraiden5398 7 ай бұрын

I have a 1989 Yamaha FZR1000, 1967 Pontiac Catalina, 2002 Subaru Impeza WRX, 2009 Subaru Forester and AAA RV. 100 miles of towing has come in handy a number of times.

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

AAA member of 15 years here. Worth it

@chriswaalen6956 7 ай бұрын

Looking Good!

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

Thanks Chris!

@Buttys_bits_ltd 7 ай бұрын

It's taken me 5 years to get my 66 912 on the road , so I feel your pain , but a bit more effort and will be sweet , mine took so long because I now make over 140 items for the early models . Wish mine was og paint . Looks ace 👌

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

Thanks man! Hope to see your 66 on the road sometime

@Buttys_bits_ltd 7 ай бұрын

@@michaelgideon6422 same here , hope yours is an easy fix .

@justamar 7 ай бұрын

life is short, imma start restoring that 240z in the garage :)

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

240z is such a great car. Chip away man!

@jamwok3121 7 ай бұрын

Great job….almost! 👍

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

Almost!

@domhall626 7 ай бұрын

Good to see you going again~ish This is all part of the process to healing as they say.

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

Part of the process for sure

@henningh 7 ай бұрын

lol the cut in the end 😂

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

haha we have an IG cheater here..lol hope you're good dude

@jeffhammond8969 7 ай бұрын

Nice! SWB 912’s are cool. Probably a small issue like a ground that came loose. Next step paint correction on the single stage paint?

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

I'll drive it for a while and enjoy it while deciding if I'll mess with the paint. I may never mess with it.

@pickle7617 7 ай бұрын

Wooo! Congratulations. Bummer at the end, but that's just part of the journey, right? Hopefully sorted soon.

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

Thanks Pickle! It happens, you know how it is. Hope to see your hand painted e30 again soon dude

@where-we-roam 7 ай бұрын

Kiiiiiinda stoked for you man...? A step closer anyway. Hopefully, nothing major and you will be back on the road again soon. 🙏ing to the classic car gods for ya!

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

haha I feel this comment. It's a roller coaster owning an old car. Thanks for being here for it

@user-ym8lt3js7l 7 ай бұрын

Wait…WHAT? I didn’t see that coming! Hope all ended well…

@michaelgideon6422 7 ай бұрын

I didn't either! haha I'll post a follow up video soon. Thanks for watching!

@mikejohnson599 2 ай бұрын

i loved my 912 back in the 70s but always fearful it would break down and bankrupt me like it did the previous owner but it never had a problem just rust in front pan to suspension but back then only 400 to fix