Zelectric 1968 Porsche 912 | Jay Leno's Garage

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David Benardo and Trent Wonsley walk Jay through how they convert a 1968 Porsche into a fully electric sports car.
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@marekw.9816 2 жыл бұрын

A Delorean would be perfect for electric conversion. It would finally go as fast as it looks.

@krusher74 2 жыл бұрын

already been done

@donm2255 2 жыл бұрын

@@krusher74 Is someone manufacturing the conversion kits? I would love an electric Delorean (or older 911). Better performance than the gas version and a lot less work to keep them running.

@mgabrysSF 2 жыл бұрын

@@krusher74 - not much tho. DMC Houston prototyped a single one - but I've yet to see it go into full production.

@ACTSRevolution 2 жыл бұрын

DeLoreans were obnoxiously heavy. Nobody would mind a customization along those lines, tho. Or any other customization either.

@mgabrysSF 2 жыл бұрын

@@ACTSRevolution There 'was' a group in Cincinnati which could upgrade the chassis to stainless steel (making it corrosion proof - as the epoxy coated steel could / would allow moisture in depending on location and time). I'm not sure if they're 'still' offering that service but I'd be curious how much weight would be shaved off if they did / could.

@spockis51 2 жыл бұрын

It was great to hear that engineer talk during the drive. He was committed, enthusiastic and knew what he was talking about. I love it when I can learn something by watching.

@raydejong4020 2 жыл бұрын

Hear hear, nice commented I was thinking the same but you worded it very nicely

@iamdriv3n 2 жыл бұрын

@@raydejong4020 Totally agree!

@iamdriv3n 2 жыл бұрын

Great comment, nailed it.

@Docstantinople 2 жыл бұрын

I mean he sounds like a serial killer

@gunchap 2 жыл бұрын

@@Docstantinople he tries really hard to look normal.

@michaelkelly3221 2 жыл бұрын

That was one of the best conversations between Jay and his guest passenger, I can ever remember. They both contributed a wealth of knowledge.

@MURDOCK1500 2 жыл бұрын

I do like Jay Leno. He's a proper car guy. He asks intelligent questions and comes out with intelligent anecdotes. He's got the money and the sense to match.

@joelbaker9945 Жыл бұрын

Jay is a carguy

@roshangomez 2 жыл бұрын

Loved the banter between those two, proper car guys conversation without any marketing BS.

@BadBlonde-CarHistory 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@roshangomez 2 жыл бұрын

@@BadBlonde-CarHistory just checked your channel, awesome car stuff 👌🏾

@BadBlonde-CarHistory 2 жыл бұрын

@@roshangomez I'm just lucky to have been born a mechanic's daughter 🙌

@mp3545 2 жыл бұрын

“There’s more weight up front than there was originally” I felt a great disturbance in the Force, as if millions of Porsche guys suddenly cried out in terror and were suddenly silenced.

@MrDownRater 2 жыл бұрын

A Hungarian bloke built an electric 912 with the same weight and balance as the original. It was intented to give back the same feedback as the original one, only electric. The base car of the build had an engine fire before.

@plane_guy6051 2 жыл бұрын

I can't imagine why anyone in their right mind wouldn't want better weight distribution. A guy in England did an electric VW beetle with a Tesla motor with the battery up front and it has perfect weight distribution and he says it handles great. Here's the VW video. I wish Jay had have driven the Porsche the way the guy in this video drives the beetle. Start at 18:45 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/er53ftdp2LGcc4U.html

@MrDownRater 2 жыл бұрын

@@plane_guy6051 I followed that build, if you can please check out Guy Martin's video about that Beetle. He is a great lad. But the reason is because he (the hungarian guy) wanted the same feel what you got and love in an old air-cooled Porsche. And if we talkng about perfect balance, they did the same, the battery is in the front, but everything else (inverter, motor, etc.) are in the back. It has a 48-52% front-back weight distribution. The 912 had a smaller and lighter engine so it had a better balance than the 911.

@Turk_2023 2 жыл бұрын

More weight up front on these old Porsche's is probably great. The rear ends tended to have a mind of its own at high speeds and killed many because of the weight distribution and no traction control.

@joeleonard9965 2 жыл бұрын

@@MrDownRater Didn't Henry Catchpole just review an identical car to this a couple days ago?

@Starlord85 2 жыл бұрын

You know what, I like these guys. They know what they're talking about . You can tell they are passionate about what they do. There's no bs here . Rare. Some of the previous guests have been nothing more than used car salesman. Bad ones at that. I hope they do well for themselves. They deserve it.

@ArtVandelayOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@jonascameron 2 жыл бұрын

Funny, I wouldn’t buy a toaster from either of these dudes. Car looks like them. 😴

@ZEPRATGERNODT 2 жыл бұрын

@@jonascameron I'll take this over a Toastler if given the choice.

@JustinSeara 2 жыл бұрын

They're doing just fine.....they charge almost $90k for the conversion, this car was for sale again for $175,000

@adrianmonk4440 Жыл бұрын

@@ArtVandelayOfficial // Great name. The fictional company was said to manufacture and sell latex and latex-related products.

@jamesengland7461 2 жыл бұрын

I love how Jay appreciates all cars

@BadBlonde-CarHistory 2 жыл бұрын

Same!

@davidhunternyc1 2 жыл бұрын

Yep, I bet Jay would appreciate a Yugo if he drove it. He appreciates life.

@darkrain2493 2 жыл бұрын

All cars have a great history. No matter how sh!ty the car may be.

@saginawdan 2 жыл бұрын

I wish more car guys had the same attitude.

@davidhunternyc1 2 жыл бұрын

@@darkrain2493 Yep. It was not long ago when it was a luxury to own a horse. Cars are blip on the radar. Just imagine the wonder when the Ford Model T started rolling off the assembly line. Ever since we've been spoiled for choice. There's always something better around the corner. You are what you drive. Our values are screwed up.

@alexg9790 2 жыл бұрын

What I enjoyed the most? Two guys having car talk in a cool car and we were along for the ride.

@4g0tten4 2 жыл бұрын

What I enjoyed least? Battery talk.

@DeutschlandGuy 2 жыл бұрын

33:30 "You just plug it in and you know... you're making a piece of toast." Funny Jay! 😅 😂 🤣

@BadBlonde-CarHistory 2 жыл бұрын

bahahahahh!

@sean8081a 2 жыл бұрын

I like how the rear sits when Jay puts his foot in it.

@michaeleaster1815 2 жыл бұрын

19:29 for an example

@Neojhun 2 жыл бұрын

Taycan is the evoloution of that where it squats down but as you launch it shudders and jerks as it's trying to fight traction.

@MrGreen-sq4cf 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you invited him back. One of the best conversations while driving you have ever had.

@phillipowens7084 2 жыл бұрын

Remind me what episode and car was featured before. I been trying to find it.

@BadBlonde-CarHistory 2 жыл бұрын

a good one!

@bendoctor5478 2 жыл бұрын

So refreshing to have the dialogue between Jay and the engineer / enthusiast, instead of the CEO / salesman. Mutual respect.

@BadBlonde-CarHistory 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed

@ronspeer 2 жыл бұрын

I noticed when Jay uploaded the season premiere of his CNBC show of the same name last week, there were a few negative comments of how they disliked the CNBC show in comparison to these shorts. And really disparaging the CNBC series. Personally I like both. I will say that his CNBC shows most likely allow Jay to make these shorts. Jay DOESN'T have to do these shorts. I'm sure he is busy enough on his own that he doesn't need to do these videos. But Jay loves all things automobiles and wants to share his passion with others. So I appreciate both shows and hope he continues to do both as long as he wants. Thank you Jay Leno.

@yotagang3705 2 жыл бұрын

That show is corporate, this show is independent BIG DIFFERENCE

@MICHGO1 2 жыл бұрын

CNBC RUINS THE SHOW WITH QUICK CAMERA MOVEMENTS, LOUD MUSIC AND TOO MANY GRAPHICS. NOT TO MENTION YOU DON'T GET THE DETAIL YOU DO HERE.

@ronspeer 2 жыл бұрын

@@yotagang3705 you both don't get it. So what if it's corporate? Don't watch it. But most likely his network show is allowing Jay to do these videos. And CNBC could have kept Jay from showing the premiere FREE on KZfaq. So, there's that.

@yotagang3705 2 жыл бұрын

@@ronspeer If its corp theyre being controlled, not ther true feelings, its what management wants

@robertjones818 2 жыл бұрын

Jay thank you for another great show. It is cool to see innovation by small American businesses. And such seamless adaption to a classic car is truly remarkable.

@BadBlonde-CarHistory 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@stiqman 2 жыл бұрын

Great transmission answer. ive been asking that question for years, this engineer guy really knows his stuff.

@jonathanjohnson8376 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, it is hard to explain why electric vehicles only use one gear while an internal Combustion engine can need up to 10 gears to do the same thing, without having to explain how a transmission works. Both motors and engines use transmissions, but the ICE has a smaller power band (the RPM that provides the needed power), so it needs multiple gears to spread that power over a wider range of speeds. While a motor provides most of its torque at 0 RPM and can be most efficient at 5,000 RPM. The transmission for the motor is often a compromise of power and efficiency, but if you want a really high top speed (like 200 or more MPH [322km/h]) you will need a second gear for the motor.

@macariodosdos4196 2 жыл бұрын

I love engineers and car guys as guests.

@BadBlonde-CarHistory 2 жыл бұрын

Same!

@Turk_2023 2 жыл бұрын

I like how Jay can have a conversation with an engineer and he knows what he is talking about. He knows his cars.

@jeffharper6259 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mr. Leno, I hope you live a long and healthy life and continue to make these wonderful records of your love of the automobile!

@BadBlonde-CarHistory 2 жыл бұрын

Me too!

@cdb7876 2 жыл бұрын

Another JLG video where the conversation combined with the drive provided the most enjoyment!

@verdict1163 2 жыл бұрын

That's pretty cool that they don't cut or weld anything. I was ready to dismiss the idea as another soulless electric conversion, but the thoughtfulness of making it completely reversible makes it hard to criticize.

@MOREMISHU 2 жыл бұрын

"So what do you have we can convert?"... A. B.C. Give this man a raise!!! One of the best car conversations on the series.

@porscheoscar 2 жыл бұрын

Electric motors in old cars make you hear all the creaks you've been missing out on.

@dl8538 Жыл бұрын

Had to rewatch this one (a couple of times!!). Great content!

@Tomatoe182 2 жыл бұрын

Great questions and discussions from Jay in this one 👍🏻

@BadBlonde-CarHistory 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@quietguy1948 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant, very well engineered and converted classic! Those two fellas were SMART/INTELLIGENT guys.

@herrunsinn774 2 жыл бұрын

They also seemed very down to earth... Not the "I'm a rock-star wannabe" mentality of some of these guys.

@AR-zq9hq 2 жыл бұрын

*ruined classic

@romanfesas9721 2 жыл бұрын

@@AR-zq9hq stuck in the past I see

@evalonious 2 жыл бұрын

The chit chat between the two of you on the ride was truly priceless! "Inquiring minds want to kmow!" Lol

@MaxxerG 2 жыл бұрын

I developed so much respect towards Jay Leno watching him over the years embracing American engineering and understanding the engineering processes Tesla has done with battery tech. What a great discussion these guys had. Thanks for making us all benefit.

@paulfagan2964 2 жыл бұрын

Such a clean conversion. I am a big fan of resto mods. This is one fast Porsche and keeps the great looks and heritage of the brand. Amazing! Well done gentleman.

@Bucketroo 2 жыл бұрын

Tech-heavy episode, very interesting! Trent reminds me of Mike Westun in "Burn Notice". :D

@paulhammons7077 2 жыл бұрын

The first few seconds all the noise all the excitement...:)

@tiagopinto365 2 жыл бұрын

Superb episode guys!! loved seeing Jay in the car with another person again its so much more fun and dynamic!!*.* Trent is awesome, not only is this the future it is happening now.. bringing the classics to d Zelectric age, the electrified 65 Mustang oh i wanna see that one!!

@jboy2621 2 жыл бұрын

I saw Lucid Air at the mall the other day. I HOPE you'll cover that beast!

@CockatooDude 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah that car is incredible. I'm really excited to see where Lucid are going.

@ferrellscales1155 2 жыл бұрын

A conversation between two REAL car guys. Love this

@BadBlonde-CarHistory 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@JT-kr3dg 2 жыл бұрын

Gotta love the rear end squat when Jay floors it, and look on dudes face. That's a true sleeper, smiles per wattage I guess gonna be the new phrase. Wonder what the 1/4mile time is. Great job explaining the tech and car, not some ignorant marketing agent. Excellent episode, hope the company does well.

@davidvicari5139 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, and he kept flooring it! And laughing! That is the thing about these cars- they boogie! I was first inspired, at the airport a few years back, flight instructor had an early Model S 85. He had a student soloing, drove his car adjacent to the runway to observe. (This is a small private airport) After the solo, he pulled the Tesla onto the runway, let her go. It is almost comic how they takeoff, even seeing it from several hundred feet away.

@hoebare 2 жыл бұрын

"Smiles per coulomb," more like.

@bxdxggxdxb2775 2 жыл бұрын

I'm guessing the instant power, and high torque of the electric motor would be an asset, on the drag strip. It'd be interesting to compare the electric conversion's 1/4mile, to a stock version.

@Johnny.f.face1 2 жыл бұрын

Jay asks a question, mashes the accelerator mid answer lol

@lyndonfoster1090 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice Jay, thank you for offering this. it will super interesting to see how electric evolves. I am bit jealous that you get to drive everything cool, looking for those on your show one of these days!

@BadBlonde-CarHistory 2 жыл бұрын

I am jealous too!

@jeffgagnon4557 2 жыл бұрын

Jay Great job on this episode. Not ready to pull my 993 motor but the 912 is an awesome option for this application. I’d own one 👍🏻

@jccepicfamilyfun438 2 жыл бұрын

Great drive Jay! Love the engineer...great conversation in and out of car!

@ArtVandelayOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

17:57 listen to that door close.... perfection 👏

@CLCIII 2 жыл бұрын

Jay Leno : "This is one of the best electric cars I have ever driven." "Obviously I would rather have this than the 90 horsepower this thing came with." Says volumes! I would much rather have a converted electric Porsche of that Era. The orginals just weren't exciting to drive. And none of the maintenance and headaches that go along with ICE engines. Brilliant! Perfect in my opinion!

@ahmadiqbal2406 2 жыл бұрын

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@ahmadiqbal2406 2 жыл бұрын

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@BadBlonde-CarHistory 2 жыл бұрын

hahaha true!

@henchicken1 2 жыл бұрын

Ya that little lawn mower engine just don't cut it....😁

@kboruss000 2 жыл бұрын

While I really enjoyed the pandemic editions, I like that he once again is allowed passengers and they can drive and talk cars!

@CMazzone84 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic episode! Great guests and beautiful car.

@gregeconomeier1476 2 жыл бұрын

Very interesting conversation during the drive. Thanks.

@ziurkis 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mr. Leno for another cool show! wish they could convert Citroen CX in the same way, this car truly deserves it!

@curmudgeon1933 2 жыл бұрын

Citroen DS for me, please.

@ianfurqueron5850 2 жыл бұрын

The "crate motors" are a good start, but they need to offer plug-&-play modular controller and battery systems (plus HVAC) for the idea of doing easy EV conversions can take off.

@HRM.H 2 жыл бұрын

Yes , especially a modular removable battery system would be nice. The price is still a mayor let back

@ianfurqueron5850 2 жыл бұрын

@@HRM.H batteries aren't too difficult, although the system needs to be scalable and have the option for having multiple banks scattered throughout the car. But the battery is child's play compared to the controller that goes between the batteries and the motor and usually serves as the charge controller as well. This is the interface between the driver and the motor and is the "brains" of the system.

@HRM.H 2 жыл бұрын

@@ianfurqueron5850 well there are tons of company's making custom controllers so that's not the hard thing. Just price is the mayor barrier for everyone.

@martinwallingford3773 2 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't mind an affordable kit for a vintage Fiat 124 Spider.

@negativeindustrial 2 жыл бұрын

@@HRM.H The word you’re looking for is “major”, not “mayor”

@NashPotatoesOutdoorShow 8 ай бұрын

What a beautiful car! Google AI says, "The 1968 Porsche 912 has a 1,582cc pushrod flat-four engine that produces 102 horsepower. It has a top speed of 116 mph and can go from 0 to 60 mph in 11.5-12 seconds."

@michaelvollmer9491 2 жыл бұрын

This is the future to go for many classic and iconic cars. This 912 in its green original color is stunning!!! Not overloaded with todays massive interior and equipment. If it is possible, I want to get this. A huge thanx to jay to bring this guys and their work in his garage. Big cheers from Germany 🇩🇪

@michaelvollmer9491 Жыл бұрын

@@d.martins4471 not really.😎. The conversion of a classic car to electric drive is a growing field in the future. Now we have some regulations that allow you to drive a 25 plus years car without todays harsh emission laws. But there is a huge change upcoming. Around Germany, a lot of countries in Europe doesn’t allow you to use their roads with vehicles that don’t have actual emission standards and that is a huge problem for older cars. The price for gas is not the biggest problem. Even a jaguar e-type is converted to an EV and it is stunning but not affordable for my pocket😎. So have a very nice weekend and thanks for your comment 👍😎🇩🇪

@michaelvollmer9491 Жыл бұрын

@@d.martins4471 well, the things that you have pointed out are absolutely correct. Batteries are not the solution for our environmental problems. I see this technology only as a short bridge before H2 will come into use and efficient fuel cells are affordable to do the job. But as always, I don’t make the political decisions and sometimes the lobbies of car manufacturers and other big companies have a bad influence on the process. Take care

@zoltore23 2 жыл бұрын

Honestly, I prefer the air-cooled, stock version. However, I do appreciate the "Retro-futurism" ideology. Great build!

@TheBandit7613 2 жыл бұрын

Electric = blasphemy.

@BadBlonde-CarHistory 2 жыл бұрын

Same!

@danmobileTM 2 жыл бұрын

Having owned a 912, they're about the most gutless and boring Porsche to drive ever. I don't see how anyone can complain about removing the 90 HP engine that's slower 0-60 than 4 cylinder Camrys lol

@bradleys2857 2 жыл бұрын

This is an incredibly good episode! Interesting stuff, I’d definitely like to have one! Great job on the car Zelectric and great job on the video Jay!

@compupix 2 жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed this road test conversation!

@leeconstant7261 2 жыл бұрын

This was one of the best espisodes. Such an engaging conversation

@athousandtinycobras4349 2 жыл бұрын

Really beautiful build; the green with those wheels and the ride height looks sick! If this is the "future" of road-going classics, so be it; I'd rather see these cars on the road than in a museum.

@thedudeabides1443 2 жыл бұрын

Or just kept in their original form as they should be. That’s another option.

@paulg427 2 жыл бұрын

There's so much to like about this video. The integration of Tesla's drivetrain in a classic Porsche was done superbly. And the interview with the Zelectric representatives was the best I've seen on this channel. There was no one guy dominating the conversation that often happens. And you could tell there was genuine mutual respect between Jay and his guests.

@m.b.82 2 жыл бұрын

Haha, not often you get to have a proper conversation in a 2 second hot rod. Outstanding!

@BadBlonde-CarHistory 2 жыл бұрын

lol

@billlong571 2 жыл бұрын

Great drive, great interview. I am 81 and had a 2008 Forrester Turbo, that I had built over the last few years. Did 160.9 MPH in the mile and half @ Mojave Magnum. It was fun car to drive and enjoy, but age caught up with me and I difficulty shifting and getting in and out of the Subaru.. I sold the car and bought a KIA Niro EV. Boy what a fun car to drive. Just like you experienced. Quick and quiet. I get target range of 280/285 miles. I agree an Electric DeLorean would be a kick.

@edalder2000 2 жыл бұрын

I have seen Zeletric converted VW Beetles on YT and they are fascinating.

@sklyrovka 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah I watched this video too

@davidpesekmuller3883 2 жыл бұрын

Karmann Ghias are also stunning as EVs 👌

@francescoparillo8664 2 жыл бұрын

It's nice to have more options to have a car to ones taste.

@robnelsonbayvillage 2 жыл бұрын

My first Porsche was a '67 912 from Italy. Loved it. I like the e-swap. These gents have the cred.

@TheRocky3211 2 жыл бұрын

amazing , more of this content please .

@reelreeler8778 2 жыл бұрын

Jay...have them convert your late 1930's Panhard Dynamic, the one that smokes so bad you don't want to drive it.

@loveanianimeme 2 жыл бұрын

Is is one car I would have loved to see up on the lift.

@endlessbender 2 жыл бұрын

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@marktourtellotte1336 Жыл бұрын

This was excellent! Thank you.

@cambercrush 2 жыл бұрын

Best one ever. I really enjoyed this

@rishnot16 2 жыл бұрын

JAY should invite "RICH REBUILDS" to his garage, the stories that RICH has about TESLA spinoffs will make it a must-watch video.

@BadBlonde-CarHistory 2 жыл бұрын

I got to check them out

@pablojose4890 2 жыл бұрын

He also owns a BMW Clown Shoe that isn't electric, and he's doing an LS swap on a Tesla.

@21jimmyo 2 жыл бұрын

SuperfastMatt is fitting a Tesla drivetrain into a 1950 Jag. He's been on Jay's show with his motorcycle engine in a 67 Honda 600 sportscar.

@dinscool85 2 жыл бұрын

Benedict Cumberbatch ??

@jeffreysalzman1497 2 жыл бұрын

I am trying to picture a Jay Leno episode with tortured recorder music in it!

@michaelwebb8771 2 жыл бұрын

At 68, I would normally say, noooo, I would hope to have the attitude of "that's cool". My neighbor had one back in the day, same model, even same color. At the age of 15 then, thought it was the coolest car on the road, period!!

@AxLWake 2 жыл бұрын

A vintage 911 is still the coolest car on the road. Definitely. Well, a 912 in this case. But they look the same.

@stevengreco5897 2 жыл бұрын

This is a great video! I really enjoyed it!

@BadBlonde-CarHistory 2 жыл бұрын

me too

@bartvink976 2 жыл бұрын

this car is so cool! keep em cominng

@XceedDriver 2 жыл бұрын

This is a nice build! I’m definitely looking forward to when electric conversion kits become more common. My Grand Wagoneer will be waiting!

@AR-zq9hq 2 жыл бұрын

Do your Grand Wagoneer a favor and sell it to someone who actually appreciates it and get yourself a Prius because you can't tell a difference

@thehylianloach9473 2 жыл бұрын

@@AR-zq9hq The future is now old man

@legrosroger 2 жыл бұрын

@@AR-zq9hq Just tell everyone you're scared of technology

@XceedDriver 2 жыл бұрын

@@AR-zq9hq 🤣

@whatinthe4500 2 жыл бұрын

@@AR-zq9hq get over it old man ice is finished

@thomascoleman7708 2 жыл бұрын

Old Porsche guys are going to throw a fit when they see this.

@jacobl6714 2 жыл бұрын

uhhh yeah fairly reasonably I'd say lol I'm not even 30 and this is absolute blasphemy. It wasn't just that a company made a *new* electric vehicle, it's that they had to defile an already rare, already plenty expensive, already nearly perfect classic

@herrunsinn774 2 жыл бұрын

@@jacobl6714 Get a life.

@AR-zq9hq 2 жыл бұрын

@@jacobl6714 agree. This is a crime. I'd rather see that Porsche turned into a bunch of Korean kettles than be defiled like that

@houseofno 2 жыл бұрын

@@AR-zq9hq the real crime are the ones who can't or won't fix theirs but won't sell them or entertain alternatives to keep it on the road. I am cheering this electric Porsche

@jacobl6714 2 жыл бұрын

@@houseofno I'd say this is worse. I agree about collectors hiding theirs away being a crime but at least they can one day be driven and enjoyed as standard

@danknox9986 2 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed that. Very nice work.

@Ofageover50 2 жыл бұрын

Very good episode, great technical discussion.

@BadBlonde-CarHistory 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@jeffhughey1751 2 жыл бұрын

Great conversation between y'all, very informative and i love the future. Thanks Jay and keep them coming.

@BadBlonde-CarHistory 2 жыл бұрын

agreed

@ts46373 2 жыл бұрын

How about you mention the cost? Or is that a “if you have to ask” situation?

@michaelteret4763 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful, I want one!

@thejerseyj9422 2 жыл бұрын

A ton of respect for Jay. By his questioning you sense his tremendous knowledge.

@rezaziaei2537 2 жыл бұрын

20:30 Jay says: "People said Tesla would be dead" and at that exact same moment a Model X flies by, Hilarious.

@rezaziaei2537 2 жыл бұрын

@@Brian-jv8iy said the guy who never owned a Tesla

@Gotadime92 2 жыл бұрын

@@Brian-jv8iy I've seen a lot of legit criticisms of Tesla. This ain't one of them lol

@r1nger81 2 жыл бұрын

Great episode. I like this guy. This is what hotroding looks like in 2021. * Always been a fan, Mr. Leno, but you are truly in your element here. Love me some JLG. Very entertaining. 👍

@hatzlmike1 2 жыл бұрын

Love. Cant wait for this with my 2017 Tacoma

@normansifford1481 2 жыл бұрын

Mr. Leno, I just told my husband you might enjoy Nick's garage videos. We enjoy your program along with his. Because of covid we have discovered KZfaq. God love you, the Siffords

@davidvicari5139 2 жыл бұрын

I think it is interesting how well the 901 architecture adapts to this conversion. I am supporting an aging 986 with its well known engine foibles. I think it is possible the Boxster may benefit someday, IMS be gone!

@gregmuon 2 жыл бұрын

An Avanti electric conversion would be cool. It's like they were designed to be electric, but the tech didn't exist yet.

@gregmuon 2 жыл бұрын

@@stephenbenson7409 Yes, but I want to see a real one, not just one in a movie with electric whirring sounds dubbed over it.😁

@Von-by8xz 2 жыл бұрын

Nothing better in the world than the "sound" of a great running flat 6. I would love to have some of those discarded Porsche engines.

@AR-zq9hq 2 жыл бұрын

Fun fact, this car has never had a flat 6 in it

@chriswalsh9989 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful job, if all electric cars looked like that id want one then! Actual car lines and design with a interior that looks like a car not a video game console. Awesome job by these guys!

@DarkKatzy013 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful well done. A fine mix of old and new nesting wonderfully together. Props to you sirs.

@BadBlonde-CarHistory 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@2kanchoo 2 жыл бұрын

I can't believe it's only 300 lbs more. That's incredible I expected 1000 more. That's just like having a fat passenger with you lol. Not a big deal at all especially for how much more torque this thing would have. And the fact one can go back to stock is sweet. It's the prefect situation for an old style electric car.

@mikedx2706 2 жыл бұрын

Extra weight gain might actually be less. While they mentioned the weight of the original engine, trans and exhaust, they forgot to factor in the added weight from a full tank of gas!

@FoxMacLeod2501 2 жыл бұрын

That is simply awesome.

@gilbertzimmerman2173 2 жыл бұрын

This is great. My first Porsche was a 912 E. ❤️

@TheBandit7613 2 жыл бұрын

I've built roads my whole life. We could install power strips in the road on freeways. Maybe on long drives, the car could move and charge at the same time.

@cutl00senc 2 жыл бұрын

That’s been an idea for 20 years….but it sounds too much like a death Nell for fossil fuel…so they 86’d it

@kradius2169 2 жыл бұрын

ChrisNVegas ... Cool idea, but why do that for cars (BEV’s) that aren’t even green relative ICEmobiles?

@peter1317 2 жыл бұрын

Would that not cost billions. And what happens when a cable fails.

@cutl00senc 2 жыл бұрын

@@peter1317 billions? Do you realize how much the dept of transportation spends every year on bridge repairs?

@mrtay14 2 жыл бұрын

Ferdinand Porsche in his early days seemed more like electrician than an engineer.

@JonTP007 2 жыл бұрын

16:22 - The moment David realizes that he's not the one Jay is taking on the test drive.

@deformemvita 2 жыл бұрын

So much nervous laughter every time Jay accelerates.

@Amir-kc9yu 2 жыл бұрын

I hope Porsche manages to make a great electric 911 in the future as we are unfortunately going that way. This build gives some hope.

@rohanram2777 2 жыл бұрын

Actually Porsche's against it and which is why they are coming up with synthetic fuels!

@thedudeabides1443 2 жыл бұрын

If you accept that’s the way we are going with no pushing back then yes-that’s the way we are going. Funny how that works.

@greyareaRK1 2 жыл бұрын

I LOVE these projects. I'd like to see Zelectric try something like a big old Cadillac. Something about a vehicle that is extravagantly wasteful made green and efficient , not to mention better handling, is really appealing. Young guy looks like an Americanized Cumberbatch.

@Velocitist 2 жыл бұрын

AHHHHHh Thank you for saying something that I didn't know I agree with.

@SOSchangedme Жыл бұрын

Dear Mr. Leno.... I love your show!

@DaRockCRX 2 жыл бұрын

Trent is an amazing engineer! Jey, please do a conversion with these guys and make a small series out of it. Maybe inside the Restoration Update Videos. Maybe the base JLG audience does not dig the nerdy details but the information like "does a gearbox make it more efficient" is definitelly something many people would be interested in.

@HypocriticYT 2 жыл бұрын

I always had the strange idea we’d sell two metal strips down a highway and the electric cars with two brushes just like a race car set. Did it with overhead street car wires. Remove the need for heavy batteries. Maybe parking lots with induction charging? Never worry about plugging in to charge. Sounds crazy, so did electric vehicles years ago

@toddpacker7058 2 жыл бұрын

Jay Leno enters the chat with his 1917 electric vehicles.

@jamesengland7461 2 жыл бұрын

Ah, the nightmare of adding all that new infrastructure to our millions of miles of horrible roads.

@3ducs 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, can't see any problems there. That wouldn't electrocute anyone or any critters. Not start any fires. Go with it.

@HypocriticYT 2 жыл бұрын

@@3ducs I was hoping no one took this crap seriously.

@HypocriticYT 2 жыл бұрын

@@jamesengland7461 why not we have to rip them all up anyways lol

@rjgugelmann 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful discussion of needed compromises: Preserving great handling needs low weight; more range would need a bigger battery, but handling would deteriorate.

@mattmorris2867 2 жыл бұрын

Well done Sherlock.

@davidhunternyc1 2 жыл бұрын

I did not think there was a competitor to Porsche by Singer. Well... there isn't but this Zelectric Porsche comes from left field and it's a doozy. This is the car we needed but didn't know it. The curb weight of 2500 lbs is outstanding but, with a range of 120 miles, it gives reason to pause but it was a wise decision not to add 400 lbs of weight for more range. Better to wait until battery technology advances. This is one of my favorite videos in ages. So much of the video is just Jay and Trent shooting the breeze and talking about cars. It's so fun and relaxing be a fly on the wall. I'm impressed with Zelectric and I wish them nothing but the best.