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Can we get more of the guy in the crowd, listening to the story, please? It would be amazing if we actually knew where a crowd guy went for all those years. Remember when you were on Donut he disappeared. We know you came back when you came back, but no one knows where he went that whole time. Just a cool side story idea
Disagree! 20 mins is the sweet spot altho I recognize that for some content longer videos are better. No issues with this one being almost an hour. Love that the 2nd video is about cars!
Yeah I know right? Donut is finally realizing that people want videos about cars and not temu accessories, but they realized too late. Up to SPEEED is back baby!
@@kaveman_4242 James and Zach hosted a lot of the temu and low effort videos that nobody liked though. They knew they couldn't save those videos from being bad so they left
I liked your take on the RS badge being used appropriately and calling out BMW overusing the M badge. You could tell that part truly was from the heart of an enthusiast.
No car guy is fooled by an M badge on a non M car And gen pop can pay extra for a feew badges on a 320d or whatever, so that BMW can make money and also offer proper M cars
The history of the RS definitely deserves and requires the long format, cutting it short would have been a shame so well done. I only have one minor gripe about something you said in the video, the RS America being watered down compared to its European version was not because Porsche thought US buyers were soft and wouldn't want a stripped down lightweight version of the 911, a legit racecar for the street like they did in Europe, nope it was our government and the certification process to meet DOT safety standards that were required to bring a car to market being so cumbersome and expensive things like lightweight bumpers and AC delete, manual crank windows, sunroof delete can't be offered by the manufacturer on low production models like the RS America because had they got rid of the power window mech in the door then the whole thing would have to go through crash testing to prove the car was still safe after removing that component same with the sunroof and even AC delete and obviously the bumpers so Porsche simply left it up to the customers to modify the cars after they left the dealership and considering that these 911s were mostly going to buyers that wanted a weekend track toy modifying the cars was something they were already planning on doing so ordering and installing lightweight European bumpers and pulling the AC and Radio and carpet out was easy and many did just that. They were able to spec the RS America with leather strap door pulls and eliminate the arm rest so it kinda felt like an RS out of the box lol. My father had a red 93 RS back around 2005 that was all kinds of prepped for the track but never actually saw it other than a handful of times and it was absolutely gorgeous in immaculate condition with only 19k miles and out of the blue one day he sold it on eBay for nothing, like $40k, it's easily worth 10 times that amount today. I will cry about that decision for the rest of my life it truly was a very special car.
It's so blatantly clear that everyone involved is putting in their maximum effort to make this caliber of quality video at this length. So much editing, research, writing, and passion. This is a legitimate dissertation delivered in just three weeks.
PLEASEEEEE keep the long format when possible. Man it’s so refreshing to hear people talk about things they’re passionate and care about. Keep it up James!!!!!
Dude that detour into design, mid century, and blue jeans was absolutely masterful! I’m so happy there’s someone from our generation taking up the helm from the Grand Tour boys.
In 4 decades of reading books, videos etc regarding Porsche...including visiting Germany... this may be one of the most informative satisfying presentations I have enjoyed. Thank you for making such great content!
I can’t say I ever expected one of my posts from a subreddit to end up in one of your videos, or in any RUclips video for that matter! But I really appreciate it! Thank you for featuring it-what a pleasant surprise! ❤ 1:17
I recently took a vacation to Germany and was fortunate enough to be taken around the nurburgring in a 992 GT3RS…… When I say the speed, grip, and handling in that car was beyond anything I even imagined possible. As a car enthusiasts, it’s was one of the most amazing experiences of my life. Truly unreal.
Doing that in just a run of the mill 911 will also give the same effect. Did a few hot laps with a pro at the local PECLA and it blew my mind what these cars are capable of. 95% of them are just rotting away
I was fortunate enough to join a Porsche cup driver in a GT3RS around the Porsche test track. Greatest car related experience of my life! I was never a Porsche guy. After that experience I want one.
@@SpeeedCothis is better wrote and edited than actual car documentaries, just keep doing what you’re doing, the public’s just gotta get up to speed that this is the way😎
James, I know that the likelihood that you'll ever see this comment is seldom to none, but I want to put this out into the ether never the less. I've been a viewer of yours essential since the early days of donut. The energy that you bring to any video your apart of made it so easy to connect with you on any subject you talk about. Videos like the history of Dale Earnhardt show that you have such a real and visceral care on what you talk about. I think that you starting a channel of your own has given you the opportunity to bring passion and creativity that was overlooked, especially in the later years, at donut. Hearing you talk about cars and automotive history on this channel, with such genuine joy, dedication, and love of the craft, fills me with emotions I've only felt when watching peak Top Gear as a young boy. I'm glad to see that you've really come to your own as a content creator on this platform and have developed a formula that has seemingly worked for you but also one that you enjoy reproducing. I cant wait to see what else you've got cooking up in the kitchen.
This is what I missed the most when Donut changed formats. Reaction videos are like Triscuits; If you’re hungry, they’re decent, but you’re still left wishing for something more. Thank you for making this for us, James
dude i am an engineer and would have trouble setting this car. People who say its overrated are just simply not willing to understand their specific condition of driving (type of road, layout, etc) so they thrash it. But this car is simply a masterpiece I love that porsche is giving us the hability to fully unlock the car's potenctial. Shoutout from Brazil James, we love you!
Was talking to some old rich guys son who said their dad was trying to figure out their next car to buy, I immediately said Porsche and they said they despised Porsche classic or modern and never would get one. I just don't get it. It's like thinking something is cheaper or less quality because more people talk about loving it, even when it's a high quality thing, I guess I don't know how else to understand the perspective.
@@LastAphelion I think its more of(imo)how obnoxiously glazed porsche is online as of currently. Specifically how diehards would downplay other brands as inferior or even call them straight up trash, which is pure elitist behaviour. Like the recent discourse over the Mustang GTD aiming to compete with or even beat the 992 GT3RS' lap time on the Nordschleife, hell even get close to or dethrone the 997 GT2RS' undefeated lap time on Nordschleife. Primarily because one, elitst's dislike anytime an opposing brand challenges porshce in motorsports or two, the general hate boner everyone gets from ford for anything they try or do. Shouldnt we appreciate that porsche has set a bar for other brands to try and compete with rather than downplay and disregard them and their efforts??? Nothing wrong with a little trashtalk, but it can go too far
I had to stop the video three minutes in to say thank you… Thank you James for reigniting my passion for cars and automotive engineering. I’m 26 and i’ve lost everything twice… i loved cars and devoted a good portion of my time to them… to keep a long story short, i forgot what passion felt like for a long time… and you my scruffy haired friend (along with a few others) are reminding me what passion truly looks like. Keep doing what you’re doing man. Love ya buddy.
This video is frickin great! As a long time 911 Porsche owner (5 early 911’s, two Boxsters, a 997 and a current 356 and 991) this is both entertaining and accurate. The rabbit hole detail is terrific. This video must have taken as much time as a Weissach engineer spent on measuring air intake volumes….ie. a lot. Well done
YES! Even though my attention span is *wrecked* by all the short form content I consume, a video of THIS much detail and THIS much effort is AMAZING! Please keep doing these deepdives, I really love them and it seems to be one of the only ways of how I can focus on one thing.
I'm oh my God. I'm so glad. Please make it as long as you can and as detailed as you can. Your series at donut didn't do all the detail and was cut for time. I hate that. I love you.
I am so freaking ecstatic to see you making videos like this. It's fantastic. RUclips is a sea of car channels anymore that simply do not care about facts, accuracy, and just do stuff for "the views". Influencers who will slap a wrap on a car and call it "a build". It just feels like there's not a ton out there for enthusiasts who are die hard these days. This is so refreshing and great to watch. Lots of great history and information throughout the years. Solid! I have days where I kick myself for selling my aircooled 911. Then I remember why I sold it for another car I loved more. But I still miss the aircooled sound, the simplicity of the car, the ease of working on it, they are wonderful cars. I hope to have another someday.
Everybody out here biggin up James (don't get me wrong, the man deserves it more than he knows), but we absolutely cannot forget Jesse Jesse, dude, the editing and production on the 911 shelf section at around 14:00 is simply sublime. You're one of the best producers in the game and don't you forget it big man!
As a mechanical engineering student who loves design and aesthetics, James' monologue on function and design really spoke to me. This whole channel feels like an accumulation of the things I'm nerdy about. Love it!
"In a time when cars are doing everything for us, one that leaves the thinking up to you is refreshing". The difference between cars as transportation and cars as machines made for fun is small but extremely important. This is why I'm starting to hate car dependency. I wanna drive cool cars because I wanna drive them and not get bored of driving because I'm stuck in traffic for 5 hours a week. I hope Porsche continues making a car that doesn't fit in this society.
You captured my thoughts perfectly. I love driving, but I also love walking, cycling, and public transit. Sitting in traffic with a chorus of horns around you is not a fun life.
Vote for more investment in public transportation because this counters this notion by many 9-to-5 commuters that they "have to drive" rather than "want to drive" on the road.
James you were easily my favorite part of Donut, and if you didn't agree with the decisions being made I don't either. I still love donut, but this new channel will be thoroughly followed by me, and so many others like me.
I started this video with the mindset of "I'll watch until I get bored cuz I don't really care for Porsche." And now the 992 GT3 RS is my favorite modern car. Thanks James!!
Controversial take: The 996 series are beautiful cars, regardless of the headlights. The driving experience is incredible. And for sub 30k for a 911, it’s one of the best deals in 2024. This video is incredible also btw!
I absolutely love the long format. Important details don’t get missed, interesting facts don’t get glossed over, and the jokes stay consistently funny. 10/10
I wasn't expecting that, but your channel quickly became my favorite channel on RUclips right now. You talk about all the things that I'm interested in at the moment and you do it in such a fun and light way. Great job, keep it going.
That's not a video. It's a Movie. And it brings some tears of joy to my german eyes. Thank you Porsche! Thank you James! You found your perfect format with these passion filled & high quality Documentaries. I absolutely love it!
As a German, what is your take on the fact that James seemingly ignored the entire Porsche GT Motorsport Program which designs and produces all Porsche GT-series cars? He only focussed on the use of the RS badge by the Porsche GT program, and ignored the entirety of Porsche GT Motorsport.
I'm only 7 minutes into the video and it feels so much like the old Donut that I so much love and miss! You hit the nail on the head, and I'm here for it!
Thanks James! As I am involved in the manufacturing of these machines it was very nice to see this love letter of a video. Such authentic, enthusiastic declarations of love for our cars show me that it is worth all the effort and have honestly warmed my little engineer's heart. I will show the video to my colleagues. Thanks man!
I've spent hours of my life listening to you, I've watched all your D videos. An hour just flew by of the best porsche video I've watched, and I'm realizing you are like a friend of mine. I wish you the best of luck.
Tv shows are just to over produced it would be the same as what you left from, no freedom. But I’m just one guy. You guys are way smarter than me I’ll watch anything you make.
Oh yeah, totally, the people who can afford one but didn't buy one for some reason will totally change their mind after a youtuber making videos for Gen Z told them too
This week I watched my final Top Gear/Grand Tour… there truly is nothing else that could replace the story telling, comedic relief, and CARS. Until today, granted it’s only been a week that I have been feeling empty inside, but thank you James for telling stories and history like this. I know it won’t always be car related but this was my favorite video you have ever done! Keep it up! I can’t wait for what’s next with speeed!
I got chills when James said : ''This is everything you need to know to get up to speed'' The good old James videos are back and better than ever. I love you dude!
Last comment, just finishing up the video. I 100% agree that the "overhyped" hate of the RS is mostly for clicks and from a misunderstanding of what the RS is supposed to be. The thing is meant to be as close to a full race car that you can drive home, it's not meant to be comfortable, easy to drive, and easy going.
it loses this point being way more expensive than tow rig + enclosed trailer + Porsche Cup car + a lot of tires. Oh, and it's kinda loses the point by being barely faster (or even slower at some tracks) than comfortable luxurious supercar with glorious v8 for 1/3 of a price, that have 1/3 of downforce as well (c8 z06 z07). So much for "muhhh but engineering".
@@maximborodyuk3773lmfao it literally destroys the C8 but okay bud. Also the C8 is hideous. I’ll take the RennSport beetle any day over a wannabe Ferrari, but I sincerely hope the ZR1 destroys that stupid Mustang GTD.
@@SparklingWalrus yeah, at some(!) tracks it's slightly faster than z06. Which to be expected from a track monster with 3x downforce, zero creature comforts, solid bushings everywhere - list goes on. Problem is, it's not on every track, and your "destroys" is like half a second on 2.5 minute lap (that is a referrence to Lightning Lap, for example). On other tracks it loses, like french magazine tests, or TH recent one. Ferrari did not invent mid-engine cars, neither they invented flat plane v8 (that was actually Cadillac). You can butthurt however you want, it doesn't change the facts and laptimes. Calling the GTD stupid is just showing your ignorance, noone would sell your gt3 jacked replica except Ford (for half the price of an actual gt3 car), especially in EV times. Why hating such an amazing car?
@@maximborodyuk3773 I’m not even talking about the engine despite Chevy copying a Ferrari engine, that’s besides my point. The C8 still looks like it was designed 10 years ago. It literally looks like an ugly version of a Ferrari 488 and the 488 isn’t even a partially attractive car. I’ll take the sport beetle any day over those strange design choices and the PDK is far superior than any other dual clutch on the market. I think you’re the one who’s ignorant and you clearly just listen to influencers who have zero track experience. You don’t have a clue what RennSport means for Porsche. Why the fuck does anyone need “creature comforts” for a car that was made for the track? Are you a moron? If you want creature comforts then go buy a turbo S. I’m sure the engineers who designed the damn thing are having a good laugh over your stupid comments. Also the Mustang GTD has proven nothing, they claim it will be a sub 7 minute time at the Nurburgring but that has yet to be seen. Also ford has been getting destroyed by Porsche in the WEC and IMSA. Nurburgring is the track that matters most because it is the most dangerous one
@maximborodyuk3773 I work at Willow Springs and watched a c8 trying to overtake a 15 year old Boxter for MANY laps.. granted the boxster was heavily modified and was being driven by a Porche racing school student, but still 😆 this was days ago btw.
This was absolutely incredible! Really brings me back to the days of Up To Speed. The amount of work that goes into these videos is insane and the editing is so eye catching. I have ADHD and this video held my attention for the entire 56 minutes! This is my favourite channel on RUclips
I enjoyed every second of this video. I had it playing while working and it just scratched an itch in my brain I haven’t felt since your OG Donut days. I’ve been a long time BMW fan, but this video is whats finally made me come to respect Porsche to their fullest extent as well
Never apologize for the long run times. We are here for that sweet sweet quality you mentioned at the end of this video. We cant have it if its left on the cutting room floor. James, you're a legend. You're looking healthy as well brother. Glad we are all on this Speeed journey together. Very exciting to watch Speeed and Big Time makin moves out here.
Honestly, best video Ive seen on YT in a long time. The passion, the production level, the research, everything. I have so much faith in James and everyone behind Speeed. This is an amazing sign for a new breath of life into this platform.
Would watch hour long videos every single time if they all had this effort and dedication. The content, writing, humor, editing, performance, everything about this is top notch. One of the best to do it forreal. Kudos to you and your team
the speach at 45:15 brought a tear to my eye as an engineer. thats exactly how perfection happens. you dont make perfection trying to please *people* perfection isn't subjective. it doesn't care what anyone thinks about it. *it knows* and it doesn't appologize. thanks for the inspiration 🙏
Something you missed. The 996.1 GT3 actually did have a variant called the GT3 RS. The 996.1 GT3 RS was a race car built for privateers. The factory raced the GT3 R, and privateers were sold the GT3 RS. Porsche created the 996.2 GT3 RS primarily to homologate changes to the front suspension for racing. At that point the name of the race cars changed from RS to RSR. Since they were the race cars that utilized the road going RS’s front suspension modifications
Pretty important detail. Also another important detail; a privateer was a type of state-sanctioned pirate in wartimes. I think you just mean 'private people' or in this case you'd call them the public. Unless it was exclusively sold to pirates who engage in state-sanctioned maritime warfare in which case I retract everything
"Hmmm I haven't seen a new Speeed recently. I wonder what's up?" A 57 minute monster drops. "Well. There it is!" I cannot express how stoked I was to see such a long video from you and the teeeam, James. Also! The 3d work is incredible. The amount of work that goes into something like that is really underrated/underestimated. This video is a masterpiece. (Masterpeeece?)
Ngl, I’m digging the longer episode. For one it you kept it entertaining and informative, to the point it didn’t feel like an hour passed. There’s nothing worse than finishing up a doc and feeling like you still missed something, this episode didn’t leave me feeling like I missed anything there. Thank you for the great content there good sir.
This video especially at the end, made me literally emotional. Just because you found the words that describe the legacy of RS the most. This was an awesome video dude I’m just stoked for more. Big Love right here❤
Some movies nobody can even spend watching like the first 15 min but with James you can sit and watch their videos for like 2 hours, even the ads you watch it entirely. Love U
James, 1h long videos are the bomb. These go dummy hard while eating or winding down and having you go into so much detail over a topic you're clearly passionate about is awesome. Keep them coming!
Did James just succeed in making me enjoy an ad in a video having me watch a whole ad for the first time? He sure did! Speeed is the best channel on youtube period.
Took me a couple viewings to get thru it with my infant son, I hope that doesn’t affect the algorithm too much. Initial thought was “this is going to be too long” but there is honestly no fat to trim. This video is all meat! Thanks for telling this small story in performance history with as much dedication as the engineers behind RS.
It's been awesome to see you, much like a Porsche engineer, refine your product over the years into something truly special. This really captured the emotion I personally feel behind the cars that I've tuned and modified over years to fit my needs. I don't know why this video made me tear up but I do know the next time I start the engine on my one-of-one car, I'll be thinking of how this video made me feel. Thanks James.
lol yeah, when he added the part of "YOU" made me feel more connected to the story. Great work. My eyes got a bit watery when he got to the end with that lol
The storytelling is SO good!! and Tying in blue jeans, and Mid-Century Modern design just is perfect! When I was a kid I fell in love with cars and car history because of "up to speed" and seeing your passion for cars burn once again is really awsome to see! I love the longer videos! thank you, James! keep it up
These videos are just an absolute masterpiece. 56 minutes and 56 seconds of pure perfection. Even the ad was perfectly done. I could never say enough how glad i am that you guys made your own channel. Now I gotta get busy on saving up for the rest of my life to buy a 992 GT3 RS.
James! Congratulations Sir. For ONCE, You're actually telling me about production cars that I don't know about. From the 550 to 911 I've got a HUGE empty space in my head. I'm 45yrs old & Porsche is my favorite since 1985. That's when Dad sold his Bradley GT from Key West SCCA
Thankyou for coming back James, I can not tell you how missed I have missed you and your style/brand of presenting. We have all missed you. Absolutely loved this deep dive on porche rs. Keep it up, we all want to see, so much more of your LIGHTNING!!!!!!!!
James, you made me feel very nostalgic watching this. Up to speed was one of my favorite RUclips series and your delivery has always been top notch. I’m so glad to see you have the support you need to accomplish this on your own and finally be rewarded for your talent. Thank you.
Im studying architecture and your segment on mid-century modernism is on point. Great renders also. I was here thinking those were miniatures but was like, you, you actually got them alllll? Awesome video. Long format rules
I have missed your story telling James. You are so good at this, never stop. I love Porsches and hope to own one someday, but this gave me chills and feels in a way I didn’t know I could have about this.
i know that this is not the old up to speed anymore, but wverytime james start saying "This is everything you need to know" my brain dialed immediately to the classic up to speed intro. just have to cope and swallow it cus we still got james making content for us love you james ❤
Would not only LOVE to see more videos about cars and their manufacturers, but especially the bit of walking around a toy version of the car being talked about was a very fun part of the video that I personally would greatly enjoy seeing more of! Good to see you back doing what you love!
Up To Speed was my favorite bit when you were with Donut, and now that they’re more in depth, it’s only gotten better. I love your channel, thanks for being my car daddy
That screen at 3:00 is awesome. I paused there by accident, but ended up appreciating everything about it. I hope that stays a permanent staple for all Speeed "EYNTK" videos until the end of time.
bro im so happy to see you back on my screen man. I didn't even know you had this channel till last night and i've been in a funk honestly but seeing you get up there and get into it has been nice
James, revisit the Iacocca Dodge Era. We need some 80s Mopar love. GLH, GLHS, Charger 2.2, Daytona Irocs, minivans, cupholders, Jim Wangers, Shelby, all leading up to the Viper and SRT 4.
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lol
I liked the ad, it was fun.
sponsored already? life's goooood (we're happy for you)
Can we get more of the guy in the crowd, listening to the story, please?
It would be amazing if we actually knew where a crowd guy went for all those years. Remember when you were on Donut he disappeared. We know you came back when you came back, but no one knows where he went that whole time. Just a cool side story idea
DO NOT apologize for the length! I love deep dives! And I'm pretty sure there's plenty of people out there that agree with me as well! 😁
I agree
Agree; however, some of us find ourselves apologizing for our length every weekend. Why is there never a second date?! 😂
@@MF.3.3.3I also have had to apologize for my length.
100% agree
I love long vids! Good stuff 😊
56 minute videos >>>>> 15 minute videos. Manufacturers of all these incredible machines we love deserve a fully fleshed out history lesson!
More to come!
@@SpeeedCothank you so much James you are the man!!
Disagree! 20 mins is the sweet spot altho I recognize that for some content longer videos are better. No issues with this one being almost an hour. Love that the 2nd video is about cars!
@@Dutch1__ if you have no problem with this video how can you disagree? Maybe 20 mins is the sweet spot for most but not james
Love these longer in depth videos. Thank you!
Hey Matt! Do you want to listen to James talk about Porsche for an hour?
Yes, please.
Love you buddy! Thanks for stopping by!
Hold on, isn't that your dad?
MORR GT3 RS lets gooooooooo
Corvair Baja with a Porsche engine???
Hell yes. Pumpfrey always gets me pumped and then socks me right in the feels.
There’s so much passion here. This is what is missing in a lot of large scale channels. Kudos to Speeed for keeping the spirit and obsession alive
It's James 🙌! He talks cars
You have no freaking idea how much I missed your Up to Speed car history vids!! AND NOW A NEW 56 MIN LONG ONE?? SCORE!!!
Yeah I know right? Donut is finally realizing that people want videos about cars and not temu accessories, but they realized too late.
Up to SPEEED is back baby!
@@JC_500 your missing the reason it’s successful… the host of the show! Any topic other brands as long as he believes, I will watch
@@kaveman_4242 James and Zach hosted a lot of the temu and low effort videos that nobody liked though. They knew they couldn't save those videos from being bad so they left
Came here to say the same. I really missed them. Loved this. 👍
@@hudsonjashit question
I liked your take on the RS badge being used appropriately and calling out BMW overusing the M badge. You could tell that part truly was from the heart of an enthusiast.
And a BMW owner
@@SpeeedCoexcept m badges make sense on certain variations of their basic cars as the m division works on them.
No car guy is fooled by an M badge on a non M car
And gen pop can pay extra for a feew badges on a 320d or whatever, so that BMW can make money and also offer proper M cars
AMG is just as bad as M now. If it ain't got the engine, it shouldn't have the badge.
Mustang mach e fills the same gap in my opinion
“They fixed the one thing they could never seem to adjust… you”.
That line is so perfect. Beautiful video James.
real
It gave me goosebumps because it’s so true
The history of the RS definitely deserves and requires the long format, cutting it short would have been a shame so well done. I only have one minor gripe about something you said in the video, the RS America being watered down compared to its European version was not because Porsche thought US buyers were soft and wouldn't want a stripped down lightweight version of the 911, a legit racecar for the street like they did in Europe, nope it was our government and the certification process to meet DOT safety standards that were required to bring a car to market being so cumbersome and expensive things like lightweight bumpers and AC delete, manual crank windows, sunroof delete can't be offered by the manufacturer on low production models like the RS America because had they got rid of the power window mech in the door then the whole thing would have to go through crash testing to prove the car was still safe after removing that component same with the sunroof and even AC delete and obviously the bumpers so Porsche simply left it up to the customers to modify the cars after they left the dealership and considering that these 911s were mostly going to buyers that wanted a weekend track toy modifying the cars was something they were already planning on doing so ordering and installing lightweight European bumpers and pulling the AC and Radio and carpet out was easy and many did just that. They were able to spec the RS America with leather strap door pulls and eliminate the arm rest so it kinda felt like an RS out of the box lol. My father had a red 93 RS back around 2005 that was all kinds of prepped for the track but never actually saw it other than a handful of times and it was absolutely gorgeous in immaculate condition with only 19k miles and out of the blue one day he sold it on eBay for nothing, like $40k, it's easily worth 10 times that amount today. I will cry about that decision for the rest of my life it truly was a very special car.
It's so blatantly clear that everyone involved is putting in their maximum effort to make this caliber of quality video at this length. So much editing, research, writing, and passion. This is a legitimate dissertation delivered in just three weeks.
PLEASEEEEE keep the long format when possible. Man it’s so refreshing to hear people talk about things they’re passionate and care about. Keep it up James!!!!!
"I couldnt afford a full size one yet hit that subscribe button" way funnier than it should have been
Made me legit lol
Immaculate editing, Prestigious story writing, Downright incredible presenter and impeccable history. That is automotive media perfection.
Got a new speeed video. Today’s a good day.
Certainly is.
I've missed these videos. 👍
Up to speed you might say?
@@ertsecI was just about to say that
@@ertsec
Up to speeed.
Still wanna know about da faaaaasha
I love that you included Little bastard. What a wild story
Every generation learns about James dean at some point
@@SpeeedCoas they should! 😁🙌
i always visit james dean’s last stop on the way to the beach, it’s called blackwells corner
@@SpeeedCoYo james please add them [BLEEP]ing Subtitles
@@SpeeedCo Is that who you were/are named after by any chance?
56:56 minutes of James talking about car history is something I need badly. Please make more of these longer ones they are amazing to watch.
56 minutes of pure entertainment. How did I miss this when it was uploaded??
Dude that detour into design, mid century, and blue jeans was absolutely masterful! I’m so happy there’s someone from our generation taking up the helm from the Grand Tour boys.
In 4 decades of reading books, videos etc regarding Porsche...including visiting Germany... this may be one of the most informative satisfying presentations I have enjoyed. Thank you for making such great content!
damn ur old
I can’t say I ever expected one of my posts from a subreddit to end up in one of your videos, or in any RUclips video for that matter! But I really appreciate it! Thank you for featuring it-what a pleasant surprise! ❤ 1:17
You're one hell of a storyteller, James. That was a great production guys!
I recently took a vacation to Germany and was fortunate enough to be taken around the nurburgring in a 992 GT3RS…… When I say the speed, grip, and handling in that car was beyond anything I even imagined possible. As a car enthusiasts, it’s was one of the most amazing experiences of my life. Truly unreal.
Doing that in just a run of the mill 911 will also give the same effect. Did a few hot laps with a pro at the local PECLA and it blew my mind what these cars are capable of. 95% of them are just rotting away
I was fortunate enough to join a Porsche cup driver in a GT3RS around the Porsche test track. Greatest car related experience of my life!
I was never a Porsche guy. After that experience I want one.
Thanks you James and team for bringing long form videos back!!
Couldn’t figure out what to cut
@@SpeeedCothis is better wrote and edited than actual car documentaries, just keep doing what you’re doing, the public’s just gotta get up to speed that this is the way😎
Longform is king
@@zacheryryan6533 Agreeed.
@@SpeeedCothat’s because nothing needed to be cut ❤️
James, I know that the likelihood that you'll ever see this comment is seldom to none, but I want to put this out into the ether never the less. I've been a viewer of yours essential since the early days of donut. The energy that you bring to any video your apart of made it so easy to connect with you on any subject you talk about. Videos like the history of Dale Earnhardt show that you have such a real and visceral care on what you talk about. I think that you starting a channel of your own has given you the opportunity to bring passion and creativity that was overlooked, especially in the later years, at donut. Hearing you talk about cars and automotive history on this channel, with such genuine joy, dedication, and love of the craft, fills me with emotions I've only felt when watching peak Top Gear as a young boy. I'm glad to see that you've really come to your own as a content creator on this platform and have developed a formula that has seemingly worked for you but also one that you enjoy reproducing. I cant wait to see what else you've got cooking up in the kitchen.
A 56 min banger. James you shouldn’t have😢
almost 57 😩😩😩
Also what she said
Yep thats what she said
Wow. In an age where RUclips videos are becoming shorter and of less quality; This video is truly special. Good work you two.
This is what I missed the most when Donut changed formats. Reaction videos are like Triscuits; If you’re hungry, they’re decent, but you’re still left wishing for something more. Thank you for making this for us, James
Could not have said it better myself, thanks James for bringing it back to the reason I got into cars! Ur the best
More of this!
but but Amazon money something
You can tell you truly have passion for what you are doing and it is infectious. Keep it James, glad to see the people supporting you ✊✊
dude i am an engineer and would have trouble setting this car. People who say its overrated are just simply not willing to understand their specific condition of driving (type of road, layout, etc) so they thrash it. But this car is simply a masterpiece I love that porsche is giving us the hability to fully unlock the car's potenctial.
Shoutout from Brazil James, we love you!
Indeed, not overrated, but a truly magnificent machine!
Was talking to some old rich guys son who said their dad was trying to figure out their next car to buy, I immediately said Porsche and they said they despised Porsche classic or modern and never would get one. I just don't get it. It's like thinking something is cheaper or less quality because more people talk about loving it, even when it's a high quality thing, I guess I don't know how else to understand the perspective.
@@LastAphelion I think its more of(imo)how obnoxiously glazed porsche is online as of currently. Specifically how diehards would downplay other brands as inferior or even call them straight up trash, which is pure elitist behaviour. Like the recent discourse over the Mustang GTD aiming to compete with or even beat the 992 GT3RS' lap time on the Nordschleife, hell even get close to or dethrone the 997 GT2RS' undefeated lap time on Nordschleife. Primarily because one, elitst's dislike anytime an opposing brand challenges porshce in motorsports or two, the general hate boner everyone gets from ford for anything they try or do. Shouldnt we appreciate that porsche has set a bar for other brands to try and compete with rather than downplay and disregard them and their efforts??? Nothing wrong with a little trashtalk, but it can go too far
I had to stop the video three minutes in to say thank you… Thank you James for reigniting my passion for cars and automotive engineering. I’m 26 and i’ve lost everything twice… i loved cars and devoted a good portion of my time to them… to keep a long story short, i forgot what passion felt like for a long time… and you my scruffy haired friend (along with a few others) are reminding me what passion truly looks like. Keep doing what you’re doing man. Love ya buddy.
If you need a car that truly will stir your soul for a nice price, get a NA miata my man. wonderful little cars
This video is a perfect balance of how much I love the Porsche Engineering and how much I love the writing and presentation in your videos, James.
This video is frickin great! As a long time 911 Porsche owner (5 early 911’s, two Boxsters, a 997 and a current 356 and 991) this is both entertaining and accurate. The rabbit hole detail is terrific. This video must have taken as much time as a Weissach engineer spent on measuring air intake volumes….ie. a lot. Well done
YES! Even though my attention span is *wrecked* by all the short form content I consume, a video of THIS much detail and THIS much effort is AMAZING! Please keep doing these deepdives, I really love them and it seems to be one of the only ways of how I can focus on one thing.
Glad you enjoyed it!
I'm oh my God. I'm so glad. Please make it as long as you can and as detailed as you can. Your series at donut didn't do all the detail and was cut for time. I hate that.
I love you.
I am so freaking ecstatic to see you making videos like this. It's fantastic. RUclips is a sea of car channels anymore that simply do not care about facts, accuracy, and just do stuff for "the views". Influencers who will slap a wrap on a car and call it "a build". It just feels like there's not a ton out there for enthusiasts who are die hard these days. This is so refreshing and great to watch. Lots of great history and information throughout the years. Solid!
I have days where I kick myself for selling my aircooled 911. Then I remember why I sold it for another car I loved more. But I still miss the aircooled sound, the simplicity of the car, the ease of working on it, they are wonderful cars. I hope to have another someday.
Everybody out here biggin up James (don't get me wrong, the man deserves it more than he knows), but we absolutely cannot forget Jesse
Jesse, dude, the editing and production on the 911 shelf section at around 14:00 is simply sublime. You're one of the best producers in the game and don't you forget it big man!
appreciate it man
Dude… Jesse James?!? Coincidence… yeah probably.
As a mechanical engineering student who loves design and aesthetics, James' monologue on function and design really spoke to me. This whole channel feels like an accumulation of the things I'm nerdy about. Love it!
"In a time when cars are doing everything for us, one that leaves the thinking up to you is refreshing". The difference between cars as transportation and cars as machines made for fun is small but extremely important. This is why I'm starting to hate car dependency. I wanna drive cool cars because I wanna drive them and not get bored of driving because I'm stuck in traffic for 5 hours a week. I hope Porsche continues making a car that doesn't fit in this society.
unless you enjoy shifting manual transmissions. That one isnt up to you apparently
You captured my thoughts perfectly. I love driving, but I also love walking, cycling, and public transit. Sitting in traffic with a chorus of horns around you is not a fun life.
Vote for more investment in public transportation because this counters this notion by many 9-to-5 commuters that they "have to drive" rather than "want to drive" on the road.
And you got a sponsor already! This going to be a good venture on your own broski. Happy for y'all and glad to have you back in videos back :)
You already know!
@@SpeeedCo and I am here for every bit of it broski! Love ya man, enjoy the new journey
Best of luck on this new journey. And good for you losing that weight and getting healthier
James you were easily my favorite part of Donut, and if you didn't agree with the decisions being made I don't either. I still love donut, but this new channel will be thoroughly followed by me, and so many others like me.
I agree. James gave life, charisma, and energy to their videos, and now he made it his own. Keep on bringing it on James. We missed you.
Same reasons Jobe & Jeremy and Henry left. The projects/content these boys are churning out are insane
I started this video with the mindset of "I'll watch until I get bored cuz I don't really care for Porsche." And now the 992 GT3 RS is my favorite modern car. Thanks James!!
Controversial take: The 996 series are beautiful cars, regardless of the headlights. The driving experience is incredible. And for sub 30k for a 911, it’s one of the best deals in 2024.
This video is incredible also btw!
Magnus walker said the same thing
I absolutely love the long format. Important details don’t get missed, interesting facts don’t get glossed over, and the jokes stay consistently funny. 10/10
I wasn't expecting that, but your channel quickly became my favorite channel on RUclips right now. You talk about all the things that I'm interested in at the moment and you do it in such a fun and light way. Great job, keep it going.
That's not a video. It's a Movie.
And it brings some tears of joy to my german eyes.
Thank you Porsche! Thank you James!
You found your perfect format with these passion filled & high quality Documentaries. I absolutely love it!
As a German, what is your take on the fact that James seemingly ignored the entire Porsche GT Motorsport Program which designs and produces all Porsche GT-series cars? He only focussed on the use of the RS badge by the Porsche GT program, and ignored the entirety of Porsche GT Motorsport.
I'm only 7 minutes into the video and it feels so much like the old Donut that I so much love and miss! You hit the nail on the head, and I'm here for it!
It’s like old Donut if James Pumphrey was the CEO
Thanks James! As I am involved in the manufacturing of these machines it was very nice to see this love letter of a video. Such authentic, enthusiastic declarations of love for our cars show me that it is worth all the effort and have honestly warmed my little engineer's heart. I will show the video to my colleagues. Thanks man!
The whole time I was watching this, I was thinking “I hope this makes it to a Porsche engineer”. And here you are. Thanks for doing god’s work!
I've spent hours of my life listening to you, I've watched all your D videos. An hour just flew by of the best porsche video I've watched, and I'm realizing you are like a friend of mine. I wish you the best of luck.
These videos are top notch even the ads are on another level. Better done than tv shows.
Should we make a tv show?
Nah I don’t watch tv. Stay on RUclips.
I watch RUclips on tv
Tv shows are just to over produced it would be the same as what you left from, no freedom. But I’m just one guy. You guys are way smarter than me I’ll watch anything you make.
@@SpeeedCo yeees please
If Porsche doesn’t give you a car for this, we should all riot.
This is one of the best marketing pieces I’ve seen for a car model.
Oh yeah, totally, the people who can afford one but didn't buy one for some reason will totally change their mind after a youtuber making videos for Gen Z told them too
They should do it for the love and passion tbh @@20cent
@g8autox how long we giving them to deliver a gt3 rs to James 😂 lol jk
@@20centYou’re kind of a jerk, bud.
This week I watched my final Top Gear/Grand Tour… there truly is nothing else that could replace the story telling, comedic relief, and CARS. Until today, granted it’s only been a week that I have been feeling empty inside, but thank you James for telling stories and history like this. I know it won’t always be car related but this was my favorite video you have ever done! Keep it up! I can’t wait for what’s next with speeed!
This was such a great watch. I loved it from start to finish. Congrats on this amazing video!!! 🎉🎉🎉
I got chills when James said : ''This is everything you need to know to get up to speed'' The good old James videos are back and better than ever. I love you dude!
Last comment, just finishing up the video.
I 100% agree that the "overhyped" hate of the RS is mostly for clicks and from a misunderstanding of what the RS is supposed to be. The thing is meant to be as close to a full race car that you can drive home, it's not meant to be comfortable, easy to drive, and easy going.
it loses this point being way more expensive than tow rig + enclosed trailer + Porsche Cup car + a lot of tires.
Oh, and it's kinda loses the point by being barely faster (or even slower at some tracks) than comfortable luxurious supercar with glorious v8 for 1/3 of a price, that have 1/3 of downforce as well (c8 z06 z07). So much for "muhhh but engineering".
@@maximborodyuk3773lmfao it literally destroys the C8 but okay bud. Also the C8 is hideous. I’ll take the RennSport beetle any day over a wannabe Ferrari, but I sincerely hope the ZR1 destroys that stupid Mustang GTD.
@@SparklingWalrus yeah, at some(!) tracks it's slightly faster than z06. Which to be expected from a track monster with 3x downforce, zero creature comforts, solid bushings everywhere - list goes on.
Problem is, it's not on every track, and your "destroys" is like half a second on 2.5 minute lap (that is a referrence to Lightning Lap, for example). On other tracks it loses, like french magazine tests, or TH recent one.
Ferrari did not invent mid-engine cars, neither they invented flat plane v8 (that was actually Cadillac).
You can butthurt however you want, it doesn't change the facts and laptimes.
Calling the GTD stupid is just showing your ignorance, noone would sell your gt3 jacked replica except Ford (for half the price of an actual gt3 car), especially in EV times. Why hating such an amazing car?
@@maximborodyuk3773 I’m not even talking about the engine despite Chevy copying a Ferrari engine, that’s besides my point. The C8 still looks like it was designed 10 years ago. It literally looks like an ugly version of a Ferrari 488 and the 488 isn’t even a partially attractive car. I’ll take the sport beetle any day over those strange design choices and the PDK is far superior than any other dual clutch on the market.
I think you’re the one who’s ignorant and you clearly just listen to influencers who have zero track experience. You don’t have a clue what RennSport means for Porsche. Why the fuck does anyone need “creature comforts” for a car that was made for the track? Are you a moron? If you want creature comforts then go buy a turbo S.
I’m sure the engineers who designed the damn thing are having a good laugh over your stupid comments. Also the Mustang GTD has proven nothing, they claim it will be a sub 7 minute time at the Nurburgring but that has yet to be seen. Also ford has been getting destroyed by Porsche in the WEC and IMSA.
Nurburgring is the track that matters most because it is the most dangerous one
@maximborodyuk3773 I work at Willow Springs and watched a c8 trying to overtake a 15 year old Boxter for MANY laps.. granted the boxster was heavily modified and was being driven by a Porche racing school student, but still 😆 this was days ago btw.
This was absolutely incredible! Really brings me back to the days of Up To Speed. The amount of work that goes into these videos is insane and the editing is so eye catching.
I have ADHD and this video held my attention for the entire 56 minutes! This is my favourite channel on RUclips
I enjoyed every second of this video. I had it playing while working and it just scratched an itch in my brain I haven’t felt since your OG Donut days. I’ve been a long time BMW fan, but this video is whats finally made me come to respect Porsche to their fullest extent as well
Never apologize for the long run times. We are here for that sweet sweet quality you mentioned at the end of this video. We cant have it if its left on the cutting room floor. James, you're a legend. You're looking healthy as well brother. Glad we are all on this Speeed journey together. Very exciting to watch Speeed and Big Time makin moves out here.
Honestly, best video Ive seen on YT in a long time. The passion, the production level, the research, everything. I have so much faith in James and everyone behind Speeed. This is an amazing sign for a new breath of life into this platform.
Would watch hour long videos every single time if they all had this effort and dedication. The content, writing, humor, editing, performance, everything about this is top notch. One of the best to do it forreal. Kudos to you and your team
the speach at 45:15 brought a tear to my eye as an engineer.
thats exactly how perfection happens. you dont make perfection trying to please *people*
perfection isn't subjective. it doesn't care what anyone thinks about it. *it knows* and it doesn't appologize.
thanks for the inspiration 🙏
Up to speed with less yelling. Love it. Good job James.
Something you missed. The 996.1 GT3 actually did have a variant called the GT3 RS. The 996.1 GT3 RS was a race car built for privateers. The factory raced the GT3 R, and privateers were sold the GT3 RS. Porsche created the 996.2 GT3 RS primarily to homologate changes to the front suspension for racing. At that point the name of the race cars changed from RS to RSR. Since they were the race cars that utilized the road going RS’s front suspension modifications
Pretty important detail. Also another important detail; a privateer was a type of state-sanctioned pirate in wartimes. I think you just mean 'private people' or in this case you'd call them the public.
Unless it was exclusively sold to pirates who engage in state-sanctioned maritime warfare in which case I retract everything
@@mikkeldisch7374 in Motorsports, a privateer is a privately run team. A team that is not an official representation of a manufacturer
BABE WAKE UP NEW SPEEED VIDEO
over used comment
@@dillyb-9254James liked it so maybe your just a hater?
Dude, please try something new. This comment is get lame now
"Hmmm I haven't seen a new Speeed recently. I wonder what's up?"
A 57 minute monster drops.
"Well. There it is!"
I cannot express how stoked I was to see such a long video from you and the teeeam, James. Also! The 3d work is incredible. The amount of work that goes into something like that is really underrated/underestimated. This video is a masterpiece. (Masterpeeece?)
Ngl, I’m digging the longer episode. For one it you kept it entertaining and informative, to the point it didn’t feel like an hour passed. There’s nothing worse than finishing up a doc and feeling like you still missed something, this episode didn’t leave me feeling like I missed anything there. Thank you for the great content there good sir.
Intro, editing, and James' delivery is so very good. The production vales on display here are just perfection.
This video especially at the end, made me literally emotional. Just because you found the words that describe the legacy of RS the most. This was an awesome video dude I’m just stoked for more. Big Love right here❤
Some movies nobody can even spend watching like the first 15 min but with James you can sit and watch their videos for like 2 hours, even the ads you watch it entirely. Love U
I really love the way James tells a story it keeps you hooked and engaged no matter how long the video
James, 1h long videos are the bomb. These go dummy hard while eating or winding down and having you go into so much detail over a topic you're clearly passionate about is awesome. Keep them coming!
Did James just succeed in making me enjoy an ad in a video having me watch a whole ad for the first time? He sure did! Speeed is the best channel on youtube period.
Took me a couple viewings to get thru it with my infant son, I hope that doesn’t affect the algorithm too much. Initial thought was “this is going to be too long” but there is honestly no fat to trim. This video is all meat! Thanks for telling this small story in performance history with as much dedication as the engineers behind RS.
Loved James' work at Donut. I'm so glad we get his real unfiltered content shining now. It's honestly the channel I dreamed of seeing.
13:57 amazing editing right here. It's so seamless watching Tiny James walk
It's been awesome to see you, much like a Porsche engineer, refine your product over the years into something truly special. This really captured the emotion I personally feel behind the cars that I've tuned and modified over years to fit my needs. I don't know why this video made me tear up but I do know the next time I start the engine on my one-of-one car, I'll be thinking of how this video made me feel. Thanks James.
lol yeah, when he added the part of "YOU" made me feel more connected to the story. Great work. My eyes got a bit watery when he got to the end with that lol
The storytelling is SO good!! and Tying in blue jeans, and Mid-Century Modern design just is perfect! When I was a kid I fell in love with cars and car history because of "up to speed" and seeing your passion for cars burn once again is really awsome to see! I love the longer videos! thank you, James! keep it up
These videos are just an absolute masterpiece. 56 minutes and 56 seconds of pure perfection. Even the ad was perfectly done. I could never say enough how glad i am that you guys made your own channel. Now I gotta get busy on saving up for the rest of my life to buy a 992 GT3 RS.
James! Congratulations Sir. For ONCE, You're actually telling me about production cars that I don't know about. From the 550 to 911 I've got a HUGE empty space in my head. I'm 45yrs old & Porsche is my favorite since 1985. That's when Dad sold his Bradley GT from Key West SCCA
Yay, James is talking about cars!
Thankyou for coming back James, I can not tell you how missed I have missed you and your style/brand of presenting. We have all missed you. Absolutely loved this deep dive on porche rs. Keep it up, we all want to see, so much more of your LIGHTNING!!!!!!!!
James, you made me feel very nostalgic watching this. Up to speed was one of my favorite RUclips series and your delivery has always been top notch. I’m so glad to see you have the support you need to accomplish this on your own and finally be rewarded for your talent. Thank you.
Im studying architecture and your segment on mid-century modernism is on point. Great renders also. I was here thinking those were miniatures but was like, you, you actually got them alllll?
Awesome video. Long format rules
I have missed your story telling James. You are so good at this, never stop. I love Porsches and hope to own one someday, but this gave me chills and feels in a way I didn’t know I could have about this.
The editing was simple and elegant. Great work Speeed team! Liked and Subscribed.
i know that this is not the old up to speed anymore, but wverytime james start saying "This is everything you need to know" my brain dialed immediately to the classic up to speed intro. just have to cope and swallow it cus we still got james making content for us
love you james ❤
Would not only LOVE to see more videos about cars and their manufacturers, but especially the bit of walking around a toy version of the car being talked about was a very fun part of the video that I personally would greatly enjoy seeing more of! Good to see you back doing what you love!
Whole video is obviously amazing but the effort put into the ad made it amazing and worth not skipping
Up To Speed was my favorite bit when you were with Donut, and now that they’re more in depth, it’s only gotten better. I love your channel, thanks for being my car daddy
What an Epic video!!
Madd Props to SPEEED, for having the highest audience retention in RUclips history.
AN HOUR? MO POWAAA
James: I'd like to be a fly on the wall at that wind tunnel.
Fly in the video at 19:05 : James, it's Valterri.
That screen at 3:00 is awesome. I paused there by accident, but ended up appreciating everything about it. I hope that stays a permanent staple for all Speeed "EYNTK" videos until the end of time.
+1
I'm a GT3 owner (2 of them) and this is by far the best presentation on the RS lineage available. Thank you! Liked and subscribed.
Will now be taking longer lunch breaks thanks to James
I love the car; I hate that I can't afford it.
Me too man. Me too
@SpeeedCo pain recognize pain.
Porsche and specifically the 911s are probably my favorite cars on the planet. I wish
@@SpeeedCoHopefully before to long you’ll be able to get one or two!!
Dude I’m soooooo stoked for all your new content!!!! Speeed ganggggggg
bro im so happy to see you back on my screen man. I didn't even know you had this channel till last night and i've been in a funk honestly but seeing you get up there and get into it has been nice
also, I've always thought porsches were boring but i love watching you get excited about em
James, revisit the Iacocca Dodge Era. We need some 80s Mopar love. GLH, GLHS, Charger 2.2, Daytona Irocs, minivans, cupholders, Jim Wangers, Shelby, all leading up to the Viper and SRT 4.
Love the new graphics in all the text, they look great
James saving my lunch break from boredom
I swear 😂 I'm on my lunch break now
I didn't even eat my egg salad sandie
Lunch break gang let's go!