How I restored a classic Porsche 911 and turned it from a mediocre to an excellent one
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- Опубликовано: 11 янв 2022
- Last year's RUclips series about a home built car restoration of my 1987 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 brought together in one film.
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I never fantasize about being a singer or actor ..... I dream of having the kind of talent this guy has and the ability to restore a 911 regardless what it needs. Dang that dude is crazy talented!!!!
I‘m touched. Thanks, my friend.
Yes! Unbelievable skills!!
You do have the talent. Two hands and eyes. Just start and get the experience.
This guy is greasy talented
I agree. This is a very special talent!
This is the kind of love that a classic Porsche needs. Unfortunately most owners don't have those greasy fingers. Nice!
That's how I see it!
Or all those tools! 🛠 maestro.
I sometimes think I’ve wasted a lifetime watching RUclips, but this video just made up for all the losses.
Absolutely breathtaking workmanship, shown in stunning detail with the most appropriately exhilarating music.
A lifetime of skill spent on the most worthy of projects and what a result.
Thanks for the feedback, mate.
I think I’ve read it about 40 times and it still makes me happy.
@@GreasyFingers YOU did the hard work, i just “told it like it is” :-)
Such an incredible job, so much hard work but a dedication to perfection, I am in awe of your skills and you truly deserve every minute of driving pleasure that car owes you
Thanks for the blessings, mate!
I’m glad you liked the films. 😊
@@GreasyFingers hey i have a 5/8" solid round steel bar 16 inches long (straight)
i need to bend at half the distance... so at 10 inches
30 DEGREES !!!?
can you recommend a good way to do it?
I totally agree here..but I read the last few words as "that car OWNS you" vs owes you. I wouldn't mind being owned by this gorgeous Porsche!
As a partner in a Porsche restoration shop, I wanted to congratulate you for your dedication to doing thie work correctly. It is rare here in the states to see this level of corrosion in a G-body 911, but almost routine in the pre-galvanized cars. You have made great improvements in this Carrera and the pride of accomplishment must be the greatest reward. Congratulations.
Thanks, Bill!
Feedback like that from a pro counts as ten.
Hi Bill
Where's your shop?
You are the best, you bring honor to not only Porsche but Alfa as well and in doing so you bring life again to beautiful cars that where condemned to become a CUBE... Keep the faith dear greasy fingers ...
Thank you, François. Very kind! I'll keep my fingers greasy.
While the car in question happens to be a Porsche, I feel this is an essential series for anyone considering starting a restoration project. The technical work is first rate but just as importantly, the ethos of why the work needs to be done and why the unstinting level of detail that permeates the series is critical. Call it a examination and evaluation of values. Don't cut corners here or in your real life. Fantastic presentation!
Many, many thanks, Steve.
„Happens to be a Porsche“ 🤣🤣
Damn right. If kids watched this video in class an hour a week, we would have a different planet in a decade.
A+ on the video, A+ on the workmanship..
☺️
this long video is a treat to watch!
Way beyond my skill set! Not sure I could even reach this level in a lifetime..great video.impressive stuff.
I'm quite sure you could, Dominic!
Huge amount of work, but well worth it! Great to have it all in one video.
🙏🏻☺️
Fantastic craftsmanship on the car but also the videography! I have an 85 Carrera (in Guards Red too) and I love seeing the inner- and under-workings of these models. Inspires me to work on mine and to keep it original 👌
Thanks, Adam. Original is it!
Great video - thanks for sharing satisfying moments of restoration as well as challenges. The additional effort of producing excellent footage along with great crafts skills is highly appreciated! Keep on posting these interesting insights for all 911 lovers, thanks from northern Germany 😉
Thanks & Grüße in den Norden!
I just want to say this is the best restoration video I've seen by far and I've seen many of them! Dedication, attention to details, everything is perfectly done. Old Porsches are the best. Outstanding job, Greasy Fingers. Music is nice as well. Enjoy your ride, you deserve it!
Thanks very much, my friend. That is extremely kind and much appreciated.
The patience and the talent is so inspiring. Thank you for sharing. I have learnt so much.
That's not only pure craftsmanship but 100% of love for the brand!!!
Thanks, Philip.
I have to admit that. 😊
Watched this for the second time as a summary of all your excellent effort. Just as entertaining and educational as the first time. 👍
Thank you!
And keep smiling, I watched Lord of the Rings about 20 times. 😃
I loved watching the care and attention you paid to the restoration. Very informative and relaxing to watch.
Thanks, Carl. Relaxing in fact is one of the top priorities when I make my films.
Hi Johannes, truly excellent work and attention to detail. Always a pleasure to watch your ‘no compromise’ approach to repairing and preserving your cars.
Thanks, mate.
Yeah, the results have to just please me and they only do if they are state-of-the-art.
So much love and care for a single 911, makes my heart melt :’)
Hope she’ll last another 30-40 years.
Thanks!
I think I’ll have to do a film soon about how she’s holding up.
I love watching someone taking the time to do an excellent job. May you enjoy driving that beauty for many years!
Thank you, Douglas!
Great videography and unbelievable restoration skills! Much respect for a job well done.
Thank you, Scott. I’m glad you liked it.
Incredible restoration and fine detail. Thank you for sharing all your work.
Thanks, mate.
😊
Just wonderful to watch the level of detail. Such a broad set of skills went into that re-build. I definitely took notes for my own projects. Thank you!
Thanks, Tim.
Fingers crossed for your project!
You have filled me with motivation! I have to do a similar restoration on my Supra. Been with me for three years at this point, I was on fence about doing it myself and taking it to a shop. Boy watching you care for your car is just breathtaking. Hope you stay well and never have to sell the beauty. Cheers!
Thanks a ton for the feedback.
I very much like it when people gain motivation from my videos.
PS: I used to have a Japanese neighbour who had exactly the same dog than the one in your picture.
Great summary. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Though your comfort zone is magnitudes larger than mine, your detailed episodes give me confidence to perform some of these restorations on my ‘87, when necessary. Thanks for taking the time to fully document and explain your videos.
Looking forward!
This is the maddest restoration I ever seen, incredible job! This Porsche is so lucky to have you.
Thanks, Ken. „Mad“ is exactly the right term. 😁
Bullseye oder die Leidenschaft im Magen getroffen. Deine Arbeit und die alten Tugenden die Du in Walter gesteckt hast haben mich getroffen, da ich das gleiche Auto aus 87 in weiß habe und ihm nicht diese Liebe geschenkt habe. Danke für den Anstoß und die vielen Details.
Hi Achim. Es ist ja nicht zu spät und wenn man die Autos vorsichtig einsetzt, gehen sie ja kaum mehr weiter kaputt.
Vielleicht ist es irgendwann so weit!
What a journey huh?
Well done Sir.
Walter deserves this. ☺️
Awesome video and really amazing work on the restoration. Especially the repair of the wing. Well done.
Thanks a ton, Manjit.
To everybody out there: Manjit was one of the first guys who appreciated my videos and the fact that I still make them has much to do with this guy. 🙏🏻
@@GreasyFingers that's very cool of you to point that out ☺loved the video too mate. well done and thank you!
I'm in awe of your skill ,a craftsman to your finger tips . A wonderful to watch . Thanks for posting .
Thanks, Patrick. Cheers you took the effort to comment. It’s a huge pleasure to read this.
Wow! What a beautiful painstaking effort. Thanks for recording and sharing. I can only imagine the feeling of reward and satisfaction every time you glance at it. Not to mention the pleasure of driving something you resurrected. Cheers!
Thank you, Brad. In fact it is a huge pleasure to drive her and own her.
Thank you Sir for your dedication and time to document your fantastic work and share with us. You are such an inspiration. Obviously not everyone is lucky enough to own a classic Porsche but even with a lesser car it is worthy to put in the time whenever you are fixing something and FIX IT RIGHT. IMHO... you blew way past the "fix it right" level, you let your obsession turn your work into mechanical art. Best of luck to you!
Thanks a ton!
The work you did to this car is beyond perfection, it sublime. My thought of trying to do the same on my car now scared me in seeing the amount of tools needed to get it done. Thank you for showing the reality of what it takes to accomplished such an exquisite job🙏
Thanks, mate. That’s a very gentle feedback.
In fact I’m encouraging you to not be scared, but just throw your weight into it and get a project started. It’s gonna be great!
Really enjoyed this from start to finish. Just shows the time and dedication needed even when you start with a good car.
Thank you, David.
That is unfortunately true.
It's a pleasure to watch. The work is outstanding and the car is beautiful and timeless, love it.
Thanks, mate
Wow... I'm at a loss for words with how incredible this work was.
Thanks. 😊
Fantastic coverage. It's soothing watching a detail oriented craftsman at work. Well done sir. This was added to my favorites as a result of your hard work.
Thank you! There’s a great new 911 project approaching already, stay tuned.
@@GreasyFingers That's fantastic news! I anticipate the new project/coverage, and as a result of finding this video, I've been enjoying each in-depth process that you'd covered previously. Great stuff. Staying tuned indeed!
@@imrevin7 Excellent. I guess I'm going to pick it up in a couple of weeks, first films to be expected in July.
Greasy, I think you are an inspiration for all of us...you not only show us your expertise and patience, but also motivate us to (try to) reach the same level of perfection...I learned of all your videos that patience outweighs the quick fix...
Thanks for the wonderful feedback, Gerald.
What you say about patience is definitely true.
Great passion you have and being myself an Alfisti always admired the 911 and few years ago a 2017 911 Carrera was added into my herd!
Thanks, Giorgio.
We have something in common there.
What a restoration. Exactly what I needed to see while I am in the middle of the rust repair for the Alfa
Thanks, Simon. Keeping moral high is key for a restoration project.
Great detail and dedication with which you do your work, it is amazing to be able to see the art and dedication to recover this beautiful 911, congratulations, it is a magnificent restoration, thanks for sharing this detailed video, it is very motivating, greetings from Peru.
Thanks for the feedback, mate.
I love to see people watching my stuff at places all over the planet.
Watched the original series. the summary showed just how much work went into the restoration. Great work!
It was quite a bit!
Ich bin Beeindruckt! Top Arbeitsqualität, Top Resultat! Und das alles in 49 Minuten!
Danke!
Hab mir gerade Deine blaue Schwalbe angesehen. Sehr cool!
Amazing job! Beautiful car!! Congrats!!
PS: Sir, I am admire your know how and dedication to perfection throughout the process of renovation...Hats off to you SIR!
Thanks, Aziz.
Always trying to do my best.
Ive just found your channel and its very timely as I’m researching for a Backdate project I’m soon to start on my ‘82 911 SC. Your channel is a really excellent resource and very engagingly filmed too…I’m hoping to film my project too, so great learnings there as well. I’m settling in to binge watch your 911 resto ….happy days!
Glad you’re here, Giles.
Many people tell me that they find my films very relaxing, so good sleep for you ahead.
That's not fixing or restoring, that's art ♥️ thanks for these awesome insights
That’s very nice feedback, thank you!
Great job and wonderful attention to detail
Thanks, John!
That was a great summary, well done!!!
Should have bought more beers though!
Jokes aside, having watched the series, did not establish a measure of how much work has been done as a whole! Quite remarkable, in quality and quantity!
Thanks, mate. Yeah, it was a major effort.
it is very impressive. there is no place for chance in this restoration work. I follow the episodes from the beginning and I have great respect for you.
Thanks very much, Cédric.
I hope you’ll continue to like it.
Congratulations! Beautiful car and I share the love of your incredible passion to achieve perfection. And kudos to you for keeping the greasy fingers tradition alive! Hopefully the younger generations will be inspired and follow suit. Thanks for sharing and enjoy this gem ;)
Thanks for the feedback.
Regarding age of audience you raise an interesting point. In fact, there’s a significant amount of younger chaps watching. Roughly 15% of viewers are aged between 25-35, 20% between 35 and 45, 25% between 45 and 55 and 20% between 55 and 65.
There’s hope!
I envy you, for the car but most of all for the craftmanship and dedication.
Thanks, Remco. You make me blush.
Amazing craftsmanship, no stone unturned and the car is probably better than when it left the factory with the care and attention you put in. Only one question. When can I book mine in! 😀
Thanks, David. We'd rather have to sort out the "where" before we talk about the "when". 😀
@@GreasyFingers haha! I think I could make the trip over for the quality of work you provide. 👍
I'm always impressed with those who have the savvy skills to put any vehicle back together...just as good as or better than when it was manufactured. WELL DONE. LOOKS FANTASTIC
Thanks, mate! Great feedback,
Vow. Hats off to you for such a meticulous restoration. Labour of love. Enjoy in good health
Thanks!
Labour of love in deed.
Stay healthy!
Inspiring renovation work. Well done!
Thanks, mate!
Beautiful... Enjoyed the series.
Thanks, John!
You are an artist and genius. Everything I do to my Guards Red 1986 944 Turbo, I always try to clean and restore to the best of my ability with the tools I have. Spraying bodywork and welding I haven't got the facilities or enough skill yet. But you inspire me to take on more and get better.
I could watch this over and over again. Great work!
Thanks, Scott. Don’t let anybody keep you from doing.
Wunderbar! Just subscribed.
Excellent work 👏🏻👏🏻
a true craftsman/ artisan and joy to watch the progression to end result.
Thanks! 😊
You have admirable skills my fiend, just watching that video is a testiment to man's ingenuiety. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks, mate.
Such a nice feedback!
Amazing everything please come to the US. I am sure you can tell me why at 24:43 this razor blade technique is safe for the paint below? Is your touch so sensitive that you can tell you don't reach paint? Amazing work. Stick to the Porsches because we are crazy people.
Thanks! I might come to the US this summer. Where are you based again?
The razor blade: I wouldn't dare this at some external surface, but in this case ...
It's not too difficult to control the blade in a way that it only scratches the tape. Ripping it off then will to the rest.
@@GreasyFingers Awesome. I am on the east coast. Perhaps a good time to come might be for Porsche Parade. I have never been, but I understand this year it will be nearby in PA.
Really a very good job Johannes.
I would like you to be my neighbour to get your support and expertise 😀 Stephane
Thanks, Stephane. Your name sounds French, so Munich is around the corner. Don't hesitate a second to come by, when e.g. a holiday or business trip takes you here.
I've never seen such attention to detail to every part & area that most people will never see.
Incredibly inspirational: a philosophy of meticulous quality married to a labour of love.
Exquisite work. 👍🙏
Sooo pleasing to watch! You really get down to business. Loved it.
Thanks! 😊
This was fantastic. One day, when I own my own 911, i'll remember this. Although a lot of work, and time, the required tools and skill wouldn't be too hard to develop (just try on a cheaper car first XD)
What was that steam/rust prevention you placed into the cavities, never seen it before.
Also one last thing, I don't know if your settings are slightly wrong for the metal thickness, it seems that the wire speed is very quick, and maybe high amps, causing the blowouts in the steel.
Again, fantastic, I look forward to my possible builds in the future!
Thanks for the tip! ☺️
Agreed, I would have gone TIG not MIG, but all round wow wow wow!
Great Video, have loved this series, out of curiosity what lift do you have? It would be perfect for my set up
Thanks, Timothy. It's a TwinBusch and I sincerely love it. It's a recommendation in deed.
This is pure art, man! Love to see that passion and that pursuit of perfection. Beau-ti-ful!
Thanks, mate. Much appreciated.
Having managed my '69 911S since 1999 I appreciate your approach, patience and skills. Keep up the good work.
Thanks, Gene.
They need all the love that they can get, but most of the times they pay us back with huge amounts of driving pleasure.
Your love & knowledge for Porsche is something to behold > just found Your channel & will certainly be binging.
Well done Brother 👍
Thanks, mate.
I really hope you’re going to enjoy it!
@@GreasyFingers > from the looks of it....safe to say that's a very safe bet
I stumbled across your videos and am happy I did. I hope you are proud of the fine work you have done and that you may enjoy that beautiful car for years to come.
Thanks, Gary.
Yes, Walter is pure pleasure.
Awesome job! Your work personality is Unik and appreciative.
Thank you, Ardi, much appreciated!
Thanks for this video. I’ve learned a lot from watching it! Great techniques! Great video! Superb craftsmanship all around!
Thank you, Marc. You’re welcome!
Incredible. I totally admire your skill, commitment, knowledge and vision you had to preserve this beautiful Porsche. I had a 1995 red/black and it was my favorite Porsche. Your finished product will become like a newborn child and you will enjoy it your entire life. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks, mate.
In fact, now that winter is over, I’m using it every day.
Extraordinary. Thank you for taking the time to make the video.
Thank you, Carl. You’re welcome!
Your perfectionism is the equal of mine - you just have greater skills! A real pleasure to watch you identify and then resolve every issue you encounter
Thank you, Christopher.
Thanks for posting, great work, you are inspiring me to get on with some projects on my 911.
And that is the greatest reward I could get.
Like all great plays, so much greater than the sum of its acts. Very enjoyable.
Thank you, Alastair. I love your thinking!
All I can say is wow! You did a fantastic job and I hope you’re enjoying the fruits of your labor. Beautiful car. A Brit watching in Florida.
Thanks, Jeremy. Regards to the sun from the cold …
It's really incredible how much effort you put into all of the details of your work. You have the patience of a saint.
Thanks, Dirk.
Maybe one of those renaissance catholic saints. 😜
A total genius, watched too many restoration projects online.....But he is a genius!!!!! Great share.
Maybe a tiny little genius. 😌
Thanks, Denis!
The sheer joy that you must get from driving a vehicle that you have developed such a relationship with must be amazing. Great job my friend!
Thanks, mate!
Yes, he’s driving pretty well in the meantime, though not entirely like I want him. Hence, more films to come.
Loved the way you repaired what needed repairing and painted what needed painting...wonderful achievement..
Thanks!
Yes, the car wasn’t asking for more.
You made it look easy! Very relaxing to watch.
Thanks, Michael. Making relaxing videos is one of my main targets.
Soo glad I found this. I wish everything was a bit slower to see unfold, because there is a lot of quality in every action taken.
You’re living my dream. Really happy for you.
Thanks, mate.
All you’ve seen in this film, is available in single speed as well. Will take you ages to watch … 😊
love the attention to details & dedication. good job!
Thanks, Mr. P. 😊
As proud new owner of a '78 911 I am now consuming ever minute here - such great work! thanks for sharing and keep going please!
Thanks!
You’re going to sleep a lot in the next couple of days. 😆
monk-like attention to detail and bottomless patience. perfect taste and amazing skills. this blew my mind. stunning work on car and film.
Thank you! Cheers!
I like the monk-idea. 😊
Incredible video with an awesome soundtrack! Enjoy your 911!!
Thanks, mate!
Great work! Good to see people are still doing restorations on their own rather than sending them to a shop
Thank you.
Shops can’t do proper restorations because people are - unsurprisingly - not willing to pay the effort.
Well done! Love the relaxing vibe. I’m subscribing!
Thanks & welcome. Hope you continue to enjoy it.
Amazing amount of work. It’s lovely to see such a broad set of skills - mechanical and body work and fabrication and welding and forming and painting….. - all applied to saving a 911 that was on an unpleasant path towards slowly rotting away. It’s great that he is doing it for a summertime daily driver not a garage-queen for someone else. Finally, it does not go unnoticed that he tries to do things the “right way” not the easy way. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for commenting, mate.
Walter in fact is my summer daily driver and till now he does great. I might make a film of the kind „three years after“.
Just found (and subscribed) to your amazing channel! Thank you for sharing these mesmerizing videos - I miss my 928S4 even more now. Cheers from Florida.
Thanks, Mateo. I’m glad you like it, it’s great you’re here.
I love the work you are doing on your car, and the video is so relaxing.
Make me look forward for a bit of a warmer weather to start to work on my karmann.
You have a new subscriber.
Danke für deine harte arbeit.
Danke, Sebastian.
Viel Spaß mit dem Karmann!
So many eclectic skills rebuilding it meticulously - attention to the minutest details - great job! 😎
Thanks, mate!
Amazing work! This car reminds me of the 80's, and that red is still just as gorgeous!
Thanks!
Yes, it’s as eighties as a car can be!
It was nice to relive those videos. Great work.
Thanks, mate. How’s the bug doing?
I took a few months off. Back at it again. Just waiting to get a 911 once I free up some space with the beetle.
Good content, sir!