First wash in 30 years! | Rare Porsche 928 GT Resto (Part 1) | Classic Obsession | Episode 23
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- Опубликовано: 15 сен 2024
- After purchasing Toms 70’s Lotus Elite on his previous visit, Gary returns to complete the deal on a rare manual Porsche 928 GT. Will treating this 90’s supercar to its first wash in thirty years reveal a list of hidden surprises?
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Gary...You are such a gentleman as is Tom! I currently have 42 cars in my collection (Mecedes, Jaguars, Bentleys and Rolls Royces). Most were bought from the original owners. Like you, I wanted to be absolutely sure the owner was happy with my purchase! I have 42 "new" friends with these purchases! My first "new" friend was 28 years ago! Sincerely enjoy your restorations and have much respect for you. Take care!
Richard
I’m available for weekend drives 😉
Bless his heart, the older gentleman can’t stop talking about this car. I get it, I know he’ll truly miss it.💔🙏🏻
It is so touching to watch him make those comments. He loved that car more than anything.
Wow, that brought me to tears Gary.
This car was his freedom....his baby. A reminder that none of us can hold time back.
The story of this car and Tom are almost more appealing than the actual car.
The right man bought the car, and I look forward to seeing you take Tom out in it when its all done.
God bless him.....lovely man...a Gentleman.
Summed up perfectly
I was going to make a similar comment but you’ve done it for me - an incredibly poignant video. The old gentleman and his wife seeing off the car…that was something. And so understated and beautifully done.
Thanks for “taking one for the team”, Gary! My wife and I have fallen in love with Tom’s story. He’s a true classic all to himself as well. Cheers!
All a big shame when an old man finally has to sell their pride and joy! I'm next!!
Getting old is a bitch
A Page - I have to agree with you, but it is better than the alternative!!!!
Sensitively handled -well done
As a heart surgeon friend of mine is apt to say: “Getting Old Isn’t For The Faint Of Heart”
Another great story and emotional moment with a pleasant music. You make my day Gary !
A 928 like that is my dream car… I adore them❤ I think you might just have the BEST project on RUclips for this viewer!!!
Superb piece of kit ,went to the launch in Liverpool when they arrived
So happy to see two English Gentlemen striking up a frendship over a car.
The thoughtfulness and respect shown is a lesson for us all .....
Thanks Gary.
What a find, love the 928. Can't wait to see how it turns out Gary. You're a true gent, popping back to make sure Tom wasn't having second thoughts, nice touch.
Yeah total class act!
Tom is that breed of man who is of the great generation. The Porsche is in good hands now and I know will be loved and cared back into life. The engine purred beautifully. So looking forward to this restoration. I was at the motor show when this was launched and it took my breath away. Over forty years later it still does! I have a feeling Gary you are going to fall in love with this car and enjoy many a long trip in it. Imaging a drive down to the south of France in it, just what it was made for. Thank you Gary, you are knocking these out of the ball park!
Much appreciated Ian..
This restoration project has taken on a much bigger meaning after watching Tom's happiness that Gary is the new caretaker of his cars. It goes to show you that the provenance of a car is just as important sometimes when acquiring a classic car. This is my new favorite RUclips channel!😃
Fantastic job talking to that lovely old guy ….. respect to you
Just watched this again - what a lovely couple. So fabulous you popped back round that’s pure class. ❤
What a gentleman Tom is, you have some beautiful cars and projects and you do quality work on them.
Make sure you check that the torque tube is set correctly as they can kill the engine if the tube moves forwards pushing onto the end of the crankshaft🥵
@@rongill4199 true, its mostly an auto thing - there are a lot more of them, but manuals do it too. Its actually the rear bolt that losses its torque, not the front. Look for red dust. Replace bolt every few years, no locktite either.
Please give Tom a big hug from me. I hope to be exactly like him when I reach his age!
This is both an amazing project, but also such a moving story… both Gary and the couple selling the cars are such lovely human beings… ❤
Glad I stumbled across these videos. Very enjoyable watch. My buddy and I are currently doing a restoration on a 1974 914. It's been a fantastic journey with my lifelong friend since grade school. During the process we stumbled across a 1978 928 manual example. The original (we think)owner had passed and we picked it up at estate sale for a very reasonable price. It will be our next project when the 914 nears completion (never fully complete, of course). It is currently all original with Mocha Braun paint Pasha interior, 5 speed, and 80k original miles. The seller just wanted it out of the barn to be able to sell the house and property. It is in incredible shape and everything is there and remarkable. Even a period correct 8 track!!! It's a beautiful car. We have done a minimum to get it starting consistently and look forward to going thru all the systems to make the time capsule she is, top notch. Videos like this gives me inspiration. Taking a super car of its day and using ones DIY methods to bring it back to what Porsche intended. I also love the sanding and the relaxing musical choice during. Because, for me, body work and finding hidden problems is the MOST anxiety inducing aspect. Your choice of something relaxing makes me chuckle.
Anyway. Thank you and soldier on. And please post more. It is great watching a fellow enthusiast.
I got quite emotional over this video Gary. What a lovely old man Tom is. He looks like he has enjoyed his life wth two beautiful machines that most of us can only dream of. Can’t wait to see what you do with this amazing car.
In my life I've owned 35 classic Alfas , 4 Ferrari s , one Lotus , three Porsches , a Jag , VW split window , Lancia Monte Carlo , Mini 1275 and a few other more basic classics . The ' 78 928 manual I've just bought now has captivated me . Pure Beauty and such a clever reliable well made beast . Fast enough and so pure without the later beadings and skirts . Im redoing most of the car and it's an absolute joy . I think these cars in manual are going to be worth a lot more in the not so distant future. If I were to keep this car I'd feel nothing to upgrade a few things like the rear lights to the later ones and it's going to get some tasteful split rims . Other than that it's just so perfect .
Funtastic episode thank you for being so kind to the old couple. You are a decent man for sure.
"It's not my bag but I just can't stop thinking about it!" Bahahaha, I feel your pain Gary! Tremendous video by the way. Like Tom a lot, loved the conversations between you two. Enjoying this and the Lotus recommission.
What a fantastic car, a credit to Tom, you're very lucky to have his confidence, his Lotus and now his super rare 928! Eagerly watching your progress...
Gotta be honest this content that made me subscribe to this channel.
To watch Tom say goodbye to this car was heart wrenching.
What a lovely bloke Tom is, more fascinating than the car imo
I love the old school mentality he bought the man’s Porsche put it on the trailer then he’s gone back to his garage where the cars been sitting for years and broom swept out for him Proper fella just like me old school mentality which our parents brought us up own got lots of respect for him just for doing that 👍
What a characterful gent, who wants to get old… I hope you take it back and give Tom a ride when done…. Looking forward to this one …. Good luck
So good to see the 928 going to you. He knows that you’ll recommission it properly and more importantly, take him for another drive. Really enjoy the style and approach of your video. I have no idea how I stumbled onto your videos( I think it may be because I watch Iain Tyrrell ) but they are fabulous. You can see the genuine joy that you get from working on your vehicles. Keep them coming!
Fabulous video...
A very good friend of mine, now in his 80's is parting with his very early 1949 Aston.
One of the original 15 DB1's.
Its on H&H's auction on the 20th of this month.
Moral is there is still some amazing finds out there but worth remembering that the - now - elderly owners are incredibly savvy so like Tom here are due some kindness and respect.
Well done for giving him and his lovely wife that respect....👍👍
I've always loved the 928. Never seen a manual. Tom is such a lovely guy. I'm sure he's happy to know you'll look after his cars.
All 928 GT's where manual only in the UK.
@@johnoakes4709 OK. Obviously never seen a GT then.
@@johnoakes4709 ALL gts are manuals...others were a no cost option. GT have a different cam shaft to the S4
One of my all time favorite Porsche's, the styling is timeless. It's sad to see this older gentleman coming to the realization that it's time to pass his pride and joy on. When he was behind the wheel it's like time jumped back thirty years, he handled the gears, clutch and steering like a pro. Good luck with the restoration, looking forward to seeing more videos on this gem.
seems like a lovely old gent with a good eye for cars sad he has to let them go,but looking forward to seeing the end results and the journey?
I have loved the 928 since I was a kid. It was love at first sight. This one is a beautiful "barn find". These 928 GT's are also very rare in the US. I hope to see this 928 brought back to it's former glory. Thank you.
Same. What a find!
This fellow shows beautiful empathy for the old chap - well done Sir!!
Another great video and really good to see you passed Tom’s ‘interview’ before he parted with his pride and joy. Looking forward to seeing bring this back to life.
have our 97 S4 for 18 years now, my son will get when I kick the bucket. Nothing has that starter motor sound, I love it! Such great cars, but you need plenty of miles in them to appreciate the quality and deep deep ability porche engineered into them. So well built too. That GT is remarkable in its interior condition. Linen is a nightmare to keep clean...
Gone to a good home,well done! Barn finds are real fun ,think I’ll have to post up my old finds here on you tube before I forget them like Tom!
That car is in astonishing condition. That's not a barn find, that's a car that just needs freshening up. Well done.
But performance wise would probably knock spots of a 911…
Hi, The condition is amazing interior wise. Like new. Corrosion on lower parts of 3 wings because of mud etc so needs repaint and bump sorting…cam belt, rear wheel bearing but yes. Great car and be beautiful when done. Regards.
Wow. The music selection is also perfect. It was an honor to watch this video. If only I could some day buy a car from someone like Tom. Waiting for the continuation of the story!
this channel just keeps on giving.
I’m a bit emotional seeing this one Gary!! You can tell that car fits him like a beautiful leather shoe.. sounded great on cold start up 💪
Everyone should have a neighbour like this gentleman.
Well done Mr Mavers, nice to see this will be in good hands.
Old Tom is a fantastic chap, done loads and helped so many people and he looks good for his age, he doesn’t look a day over 120
What a great video. The visit with Tom and his wife was great stuff. I enjoy your approach to the restoration videos very much.
What a wonderful old man making sure that the car goes to a loving home. It choked me up a little when he drove the car for the last time. Thank you for taking good care of that beautiful gem of a car that Tom took good care of. I really like this car so much.
Yeah when he was driving it down the driveway out into the street i really got emotional. I understand the sadness that comes with letting go of something you truly love.
I do feel for Tom letting his pride & joy go, couldn't have been easy.
A good Paintless Dent Repair guy will get that dent out.
Have only recently come across your channel Gary, and enjoying working my way through the videos 👍.
Thank you for another superb video, Gary. Isn’t Tom and his wife just delightful. The 928 started without a fuss - typical Porsche motor. I am very fond of Porsche 928’s. I used to drive them a lot in the early nineties and your appreciation for them never leaves you, some cars just fit you perfectly. Personally, the second-best car I have ever used, first place accolade goes to the Porsche 993 Turbo (with X50 power upgrade). Good luck and have fun with it, the more time you spend with it the more it will grow on you. What a car (that should be with a capital ‘C’). Please post more videos of its progress.
What a pair of amazing cars.Looking forward to your refurbishment of them both. Tom what a lovely man.Time catches up with all of us.
That's an amazing car. Looks as modern today as it did in the 70's.
I think that’s one of the last with the old Porsche wing mirrors, 1990 in fact!
LHD 928 manual, there can't be many left, what a man tom is , brought a tear to my eye , wonderful thing though to see my favorite porsche getting the love it so rightly deserves ❤️
RHD Pete….and I think there were only 48 made! Regards
@classic.obsession sorry mate I got mixed up
I know it's not your bag Gary, but what a wonderful well built piece of history. This has not been messed about with. I would gladly have that in my small and humble collection. It's in fabulous condition, please let Tom have a drive after its clean up before removing the DIY extension pedal. You could see on his face he thought that would be the last time he would ever drive the lovely 928.
Wow! Will share with my friends!
New sub Gary,looking forward to more on the car.
You came across very good,going back to make sure,he never changed his mind.
If that was here in AZ I would buy it in a heartbeat…..place my never walk alone license plate holder on it ❤. I’ve forwarded your video to all my Porsche friends at the AZ Porsche club. Can’t wait for the next video 🎉
Gary. The story of Tom, his lovely wife, and his cars and adventures, are the highlights of your latest bringing-back-to-life series. As others have written, Tom is such a wonderful gentleman and brings us back to a time when there were so many like him.
I'm looking forward to the unveiling of his cars and the next visit to Tom's place. Good work!
It’s Sunday morning here in North Carolina, USA. Very much enjoy all your videos but this one was about the human condition first and the vehicle second. Really left me in a pensive state after watching. Facing mortality and the memories that sustain us, compassion and the importance of caring and respecting eachother. Your follow-up visit was truly commendable and a lesson to us all in putting ourselves in another’s shoes. Looking forward to following this project and ….. Oh, love that car! Be well.
Stunning car, still looks modern today.
It's got to be easier than your previous restorations.
09:40 is heartbreaking. The seller, he is very humble.
At the end when you went back to see if Tom was ok with his decision to sell, cut me deep that mate.
Made up I found this channel, every episodes a gem.
Keep it up la 👌🏼💯
Hi Gary , just found your channel…..as an aging manic petrol head for the past 45 years …I’m loving your stuff, from the content to the music….it’s perfect .
I’m hooked.
Best wishes from West Sussex.
Love this channel and the cars you choose. Thank you. ❤
I first drove the 928 back in 1979 as part of my new job as a personal assistant to a classic auto collector. With its Pasha seats and 5 speeds I was absolutely entranced. It began a love affair I have never fulfilled with my own 928. I watch this as a vicarious means of enjoying one for myself. Thanks mate.
Excellent episode. You dealt with Tom and his wife with such dignity, I could I not subscribe 😀
Reminds me a lot of going to weekend mechanic jobs with my dad and learning how to listen and learn and ultimately respect older people.
Tom sounds like he'd have a good story or two off camera over a cuppa or a pint of mild.
That garage is a museum piece in itself.
Thanks again Gary, what a lovely car. I didn't realise how rare manual 928s were - I did drive a couple back in the 90s when I worked part-time at a car valeters in my student days...from recollection the dog leg caught me out!
What a cracking fella Tom is....,
Are you going to take him for a blast when you have sorted the car....
He will love it......
love this care and generation of PorsSHA
Gary I should have mentioned I have just used a wonderful wheel restorer in Manchester called The Wheel Specialist. A set of 4 wheels for my 911, stripped, primed, powder coated and lacquered, rebalanced £450 and they are perfect, better than new in fact. I think the 928 may just need help in that department.
BTW you treated Tom and his wife so very nicely. You now own part of his Classic Obsession. Enjoy. David
My uncle had a 1982 928s and I loved going out in that car . Thanks for bringing back my child hood memories.
I love this. This is what loving cars is all about. This gentleman is awesome. Clean car, the interior, the tool kit. I hope to be him later in life, the only difference is that it will most likely be an old BMW.(smile) Bravo.🙏🏽✌🏽
My days, madness! What a car, what an owner, ohh its a gem!... Owner 'Tom' had rekindled his desire because he knows you gunna restore it ORIGINALLY and then pick him up and give it some welly in all its glory... The look and smile on the owners face is going to be genuine £Priceless... Ohh what love and joy cars bring:-) greatgreat blog!... as for all the dirt & mud 'the Porsche got DRIVEN and used.!. Not like today where £CAR's are manicured and polished soso much that owners are literally afraid to drive the arses of them, especially in the rain & muddy roads! ... Not like Tom!
This is so charming and respectful. Oh and now I want a 928 !
Very touching story. The 928 has always been my dreamed car after seeing as a kid 'risky Business' and 'Scarface' I finally got one about 12 years ago. I traded a drawing by Riopel against the car (a 1982) I drove it for one summer then decided to sell for a ridiculous amount (2000$ usd) because I did not have a garage then to store it for the winter. I can't tell you how much I regret selling it afterwards...
Bloody brilliant Gary!!!! I’m so happy you picked it up !!!! Cam belt absolutely make sure its done! The rear axle suspension is unique and quite revolutionary for the time! I will very much enjoy watching you bringing this magnificent German GT cruiser back to its former glory.
I cannot believe that old bloke left it that filthy on the outside with so much caked up mud! 😢😡. Perhaps if he’d bothered to clean it before putting it up it wouldn’t have the mild corrosion it has on the arches. Usually corrosion on the 928s are that bad as they are mostly aluminium panels. Despite this they are a very heavy car. But that makes them a stunning motorway car.
Waiting with anticipation on this one getting the Gaz treatment 🎉👍🏼
Another little gem of a car, Mr. Mavers. At this rate, you'll be building another garage to house them. Looking forward to this one, too. Thanks for sharing.
One of the best shows on RUclips hands down! Thanks Gary.
Love this quote from Tom "oh no, I would never buy an automatic".
‘I like to change gear!!!!’ Regards.
Gary I doth my cap …. You treated that gentleman with respect
What a car! And what a wonderfull old gentleman!! - A proper carguy that has raced his red Porsche for the last time, quite eyewatering actually. I guy like him must be treated with great respect, as must his much beloved car. Please, take good care of both!
Thank you Gary and Tom for yet another stellar video, and one that pulls at ones heartstrings.
What a nice chap to buy a car from.The 928 has grown on me now, it really looks nice.Its been passed on to a very professional and capable guy.It can t get any better.
Gary I don't normally comment. But I'm quite impressed with your great passion for classic cars and people in general, you come in contact with. You just get stuck right in mate! I've watched you wash about 10 cars now. I have a few british classics here in California, if in the near future your in the states come round for a nice cup of tea, There is still a lot of classics here. I see them all around when I'm out driving around in my classics. Thanks for sharing your classic obsession.
Cheers mate....
Gary, it looks a very good 928. Did you know that if you join Porsche Club Great Britain PCGB, it costs circa £70 per annum you will have access to a rich resource of members knowledge. Parts discount , a great community and you can apply for an Esso card and get 6ppl off 98+ octane fuel for ANY of your cars. The card is free to PCGB members.
I joined 2 years ago and have been made so welcome. You can only benefit and enjoy from being a member of this very eclectic group of people. I look forward to watching your meticulous and sympathetic love and care for another special car. Kindest regards David
He has the right idea. A manual is the way to go. It makes the car's personality.
Blimey another tear jerker Gary! I just basically watched a man clean a car for 20 mins and loved every second of it!
On another note, I used to do alarms and Hifi for a Porsche dealer back in the late 80s and early 90s, I had one of these in for a lot of upgrades over a period of time, same colour too, absolutely loved driving the manual car, so much better than the auto! But the engine caught fire on me when I was moving it one Saturday afternoon. Turned out to be ruptured fuel injectors! We got the fire out quick and Porsche did an impeccable job of sorting it all out, you’d never have known! I’m sure they were all done on a recall, but definitely check them!
What a smashing guy he was, shame he had to get rid of his car but i am looking forward to seeing the improvement that it needs.
What a nice interior! Just repairing my 928 as well, so I came across your video. Excellent. Tip: there’s a positive jump post next to the engine, right hand side, under the little plastic cap next to the little plastic cover. Easier than taking the spare out to get to the battery.
Love the 928 - let’s hope you grow to appreciate the true craftsmanship of this Porsche!
Great video. Bless the old boy. He does know his cars. Gary was a real gentleman with him too.
I've had one of these cars for 30 years now and would find it difficult to part with.
Very satisfying. Nice to see a video from a creator who has good taste. I drove a 944S2 in the same Red. I had wanted to upgrade to the 928GTS but never got around to it. Watching you unwrap this one gives me a warm feeling. Thank you.
watching this great episode I remember my dad handing over his car to us as he had to let go of his drivers license because I was not able to drive safely anymore... thanks again! Great to see you put him at rest because it was you taking over his car.
Great to see you saved it and have it on the road allready Gary stunning rare 928 5 speed
That was truly sad but you definitely got an incredible car. I absolutely love the 928 series.
It's gorgeous, love these! Can't wait to see the work on it.
I hope that I will keep hold of my Challenger, shame I wanted a 928, I almost got a GT , a 91 with 128KM's on the clock, but the porsche dealer couldn't let me do much because someone had their eye on it, and I can't compete with someone wanting IT and 2 early 911 Turbo cars. Man watching this brought tears to my eyes when you folks pulled out of the garage. Yup i'm subscribing, this was a pleasant video to watch, none of that Rap or Dubstep nonsense, just a very pleasurable video to watch.
Fabulous! You dealt with the own with the utmost of respect, his clearly cherished car is indeed a rare and exceptional car with outstanding provenance. My Dad had a 3.2 Carerra in the same Guards Red with Parchment Piped Red. The 928 looks superb with the Design 90 Ronal alloys are superb!
Thank you very much!
Absolutely wonderful to see how you take care of the seller , He trusts you to take care of it which you do. Your voiceover is spot on 🙌🏻💪🏻🇸🇪
This is amazing! More of this car please!
Aww memories I remember test driving that car back in 1988 lol!
Congratulations on this dream. I also had a 928 S in the 90s. Once you've driven a car like that, it will stay with you in spirit for the rest of your life. Greetings from Berlin and much joy with the car.
Tom really is quite a character from the old school of car enthusiasts. I think I noticed a tinge of regret as he took the car for a short drive to the trailer. Still, I think Tom will be quite chuffed to see it have a new lease on life. These "barn finds" make for enthralling viewing.
I love how the interior was looked after , the sheets wrapped around the rear seats , mats on top of mats and the fact that the car was garaged out of the elements.
That interior has to be the best I’ve seen !! All of the body moulds look great. All this stuff is very hard to find in good condition if you were to restore one.
This is an epic find.
So glad you are saving this Gary, I've always liked them ,I had a matchbox model of one as a child. Cruise down to the French riviera in it and you will be smitten.👍👍👏👏