I Sold The Oldest Car I Own & Bought A 996 Porsche 911 Carrera That Wasn't Supposed To Be A Project

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I make a LOT of decisions every day, and on average I think they're good. That means that some are bound to backfire.
After careful contemplation and a VERY persistent local buyer, I sold my 1980 Mazda 626 because, well, I don't drive it and it needs to be driven. I also found something else that I would drive. A 996 Porsche 911 Carrera that checked the boxes I need to own a car like this. Uncommon color, manual transmission, factory LSD, and seemingly priced right.
This car was recently gone through and I knew it needed a few tidily bits and some things I wanted to do to the car as well. Well, as you'll see... this didn't really go as planned.
Its a 24 year old German car. I should know better.
Hope you all enjoyed this video, you can expect some weekly updates on my fleet and of course my regularly scheduled Saturday evening teardowns.
As Always, I appreciate all the comments, feedback and even the criticism.
Catch you on the next one!
-Eric

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@gabechiplin8140 2 года назад

"it's all been done" was code for "I've fiddled with everything on the cheap, not really knowing what I was doing"😥. Hope it goes smoother from here👍

@edwinhsingmaster9135 2 года назад

He learned enough to know this

@Hosenhoffen 2 года назад

I hope you do more of these videos. You're a natural on camera and no artificially high energy levels or stupid catch phrases. You're the best

@MattDonafrio 2 года назад

This.

@Tony-112 2 года назад

Yep definitely.

@simonj126 2 года назад

@@MattDonafrio don't you mean "THIS!!....."

@nofider1 2 года назад

"front to back" ok this is reversed in this video..... :-)

@longsleevethong1457 2 года назад

He uses little catch phrases all the time….”variable piston rods”? Not hating just saying

@daveb7663 2 года назад

We're cut from the same cloth my friend. I just can't accept "good enough", either it's right or it isn't and everything stops until I make it so. You're one of the few people I'd buy a used car from sight unseen. Love the videos, keep up the good work.

@ScrubRadius 2 года назад

Every 911 in existence has $5k worth of work that should be done.

@jgb7215 2 года назад

Every year

@ldnwholesale8552 2 года назад

From the showroom floor!!

@artysanmobile 2 года назад

That can be said for every Porsche. On the other hand, Porsches are fabulously reliable cars. I’ve owned them from 1983, done almost all the maintenance, and it has been way more pleasure than pain.

@pl7868 2 года назад

i'm a glass half full guy so it's 5000 waiting to happen :) mine is a 2000 i would never sell that i have owned since almost new an since i retired in 2012 daily driver , it's much cheaper than the crap they sell today , check out how much it is to change the plugs or a waterpump on a hemi or how much coils are for an ls or having to do the cam in an ls because of the shutting cylinders off thingy ect... on top of normal brakes ,oil,shocks an cliches that pop up , biggest problem with porsches is they sit in a garage , who cares if a headlight don't work or a turn signal , no cop will pull you over for that because they know it's going to court with the best lawyer in the area an they probably be sued for reckless endangerment for pulling you over in the first place , just drive an be Happy life is short :)

@GarthGoldberg 2 года назад

I have a brand-new 911. It's been perfect so far.

@avrggamer69 2 года назад

The first part to recovery is admitting you have a problem but as a car guy it's quite difficult to get rid of or to resist buying another one

@davidhelsem8794 2 года назад

"Quite difficult"? QUITE difficult? Try EXTREMELY DIFFICULT. Been there, done that. When I was young, I really had some fun cars. But, get rid of one? (Ok,eventually.)

@alabama2uz 2 года назад

I redo houses, and it seems that cars are the same way. Set a budget, double it and add 10%. That's how much it'll actually cost.

@Serious-Man 2 года назад

That escalated quickly. From "just needs a few little things" to "just needs to have the engine pulled".

@RogierYou 2 года назад

I admire you for not turning into the HULK after getting sprayed with the green coolant.

@weekendwarriorweldingdiypr4604 2 года назад

Always nice to get the off-schedule video from my favorite channel....

@xfactor5876 2 года назад

Really sorry to hear that things turned out this way for the Porsche. I am new to your channel, but my respect for how you do things is climbing. I too have way too many vehicles and way too many projects, and unfortunately, there is only one way to do things, The Right Way. Which has created a ton of work for me over the years. Thats a sweet Carrera, and I always think there is more pride in ownership for something you have some time invested in. Anyone can buy one that is right. Very few can or will take something and make it right. For that, I offer a greasy knuckle bump and wish you the best in the cars transformation.

@RyanKimpel 2 года назад

Another fantastic video, I have made plans to come down on June 5. I cant wait to see some of your vehicle inventory in person. You fix cars, you tear up cars, you buy cars, you sell cars, you buy car parts, you sell car parts, and you even re-home cars that you just simply don't have time for anymore. You are cars. Absolutely great.

@MichaelDavis-si9bv 2 года назад

I've been watching your channel for a minute now and I enjoy the teardowns. It's cool to see your collection and your taste. Good on ya! \m/ I would give my left nut to own that 626.

@timothyodonnell8591 2 года назад

Be thankful for the bad clamp, because you probably would not have discovered the green coolant.

@tredogzs 2 года назад

Whats the color of the coolant mean? Its lime flavour?

@johnmoore8599 2 года назад

Good thing your Dad wasn't an aircraft mechanic. You would not have near the collection you have now! You're doing fine! Keep on going!

@TechGorilla1987 2 года назад

He would be Jimmy's World!!!

@dbcooper4375 2 года назад

Something occurred to me while watching this video... you're about due to tear down a 6 cylinder boxer motor, lol.

@andylewis7360 2 года назад

Dude. You saved that 626 from the scrapyard for ten years! You've done your bit

@MeDicen_Rocha 2 года назад

Id say that he saved that car for long enough to save it from cash for clunkers and well into the time were it starts to become collectible so its probabilities of long term survival have gone up exponentially.

@andylewis7360 2 года назад

@@MeDicen_Rocha Thank you for pontificating 😁👍🏻

@mx-5_intruder503 2 года назад

No, he saved it for me! Many thanks Eric!

@kwakas4ever 2 года назад

You are a BMW tragic, young Eric - you HAD to know that all German cars have had cheap repairs done at some point!! Love these build vids as much as the teardowns. Good luck with this one!

@williamdawson3353 2 года назад

This is a nice change from tearing down engines. Now you get to do the whole car.

@MarioGoatse 2 года назад

This was an amazing video brother. You've got the perfect personality for RU-vid, you're extremely knowledgeable, and you know how to show us the issue so that we understand your logic in what you're saying. Thank you so much for making this series. I'd love to see more of these types of videos. Hope you and your family are in good health. Love from Australia. Cheers mate

@colbatguano3958 2 года назад

Such a terrific vided. Thank you. My cat and I really enjoy your teardown vids, and I guess this is a variation of that theme, but it has been very interesting to watch and hear you go through a car and discovering/fixing things along the way. I admire your work very much.

@patrickmoodabe9728 2 года назад

I don’t think you need to apologise or feel bad for your affinity for cars!! Some people gamble, or drink. Or both. This is what makes you happy. & the attention to the Carrera will be wonderful for you. & let’s be honest for a moment. You never would have been happy UNLESS you pulled the engine. & you know what? We all love it!!! Keep up the great content. & offbeat humour. Glorious. 👏👏

@peters4144 2 года назад

Saw the thumbnail and thought, “I know this car”. Sure enough… It’ll be a good ride once you’re done with it.

@poot111111 2 года назад

Whoa ! We car guys understand how hard it must have been to sell that Mazda. And seeing you wrench on a car is refreshing LOL

@jerryleejohnsonjr1377 2 года назад

Deep down you love the fact that it needs some work, Just admit it. Either way its a beauty!

@frankruff7114 2 года назад

You already were my favorite car guy on RU-vid. But making this car quieter cemented your place as my favorite.

@jfan4reva 2 года назад

Better than the old 911 that a guy I knew bought. Bought it, drove it for about a year (over 100mph a few times) before he took it in for maintenance. The first thing they noticed was that the suspension had rusted out and was repaired by welding on re-bar to reinforce it. Over 100 mph on that suspension. He's lucky to be alive.

@bradhaines3142 2 года назад

its supposed to have a sporty stiff ride, he just did german engineering the poor american way

@kiwihame 2 года назад

Loved this video. Definitely do more like this. Seeing what idiots do is endlessly fascinating...not you fella... seeing what professionals do to fix those mistakes is even better. Therapy for me too. love your work. Nice 911.

@trucker-mr9gi 2 года назад

Don't feel so bad. I am in the same boat. Too many projects, not enough time. And I am sure there are many other people in the same boat.

@Xander-dx6mw 2 года назад

What a great mid week surprise. I like looking at a Porsche, I just don't like working on them.

@BillWrightabc 2 года назад

As always, a great video, and I am just awed by your ability to run your commentary in what seems to be a dialogue with each one of us. That, my friend, is amazing. Now, as to the car and the issues, puts me in mind of my grandfather's 1934 Dodge four-door...back in the day, of course...which I had high hopes of first, getting running and then dropping a '57 Ford 312 (dual quads) in it. Never happened...I sold it. Now, I sublimate watching you and occasionally repairing a fountain pen. Keep the Porsche, it will all come together! And know everyone who watches you appreciate what you do and your great attitude toward your passion. Thank you for sharing!

@RaisingTheBar-Jason 2 года назад

The engine tear down videos are great! Definitely need more of these "not a project" project videos though. Keep doing what you do.

@roberta4989 2 года назад

I was a foreign car mechanic for over 30 years. People used to ask "are Porsche's good cars"? My answer was always the same, "they are great cars, I made a fortune fixing them"! Porsche's and most imported cars are not good for "tinkerers" or DIY's. It appears this yellow nightmare has had very inexperienced hands on it. The more you look, the more you are going to find. Congrats, you bought a project car! Best advice I can offer - Run Forest run!

@DavidNgo86 2 года назад

Nathans Porsche Workshop

@pl7868 2 года назад

i agree and have to add that all new cars are built to last the same timeline today , and some old ones a guy can keep running long as he lives

@dginia 2 года назад

Unfortunately, icebergs can only be seen at their tips. I can imagine that if I had a light in my garage and proper tools I would also be doing projects. Nah. I would still find excuses not to. You are a man after our own hearts. Keep up the good work. The fun work.

@billmcgovern6479 2 года назад

That list of cars! Wow. That Carrera's a real looker, as long as you don't look too closely. I'm sure you'll get things sorted out. I kinda thought we'd see shock parts fly down the driveway. I enjoyed this video as much as your tear-downs.

@YungEagle3k 2 года назад

Proud of you Adam Sandler. You are a talented actor. And love cars. Truly an inspiration

@maxwedge5683 2 года назад

He's probably been hearing the Adam Sandler jokes since high school. I wouldn't walk across the street to meet Sandler but if Eric sold tickets to watch one of his teardowns I'd gladly make that trip.

@petevandan4655 2 года назад

We love your project videos! The tear downs are cool but it is nice for a change of pace.

@reubensandwich9249 2 года назад

It's nice to see the _I Do Cars_ part of the *I Do Cars* channel.

@stlchevy95 2 года назад

your videos are probably the only ones i dont skip through

@benupde1979 2 года назад

From what you and i see, i would probably dig into the engine further and ACTUALLY inspect the IMS and make sure the rest of the ‘maintenance’ was done properly. You’ll never sleep at night until you do 😉

@I_Do_Cars 2 года назад

Oh… I am. Absolutely am.

@jacobmeisner9255 2 года назад

I love the videos on your cars! Looking forward to the next one.

@darrinrice367 2 года назад

"But WAIT! There's MORE!" "Now how much would you pay? Don't answer 'til you see THIS!" ROFLOL! Shoulda been a Ginsu knife set hiding in the luggage compartment. You earned it.

@andybailey6763 2 года назад

I remember when I joined the online C3 corvette forum. The first message I received was to welcome me to, “the asylum.” Know exactly how you feel. I progressed from multiple cars to concentrating and way over doing it with just one. Good luck. 🤣

@johnsommerfeld6889 2 года назад

Bummer. Still nicer than my Carrera! (I don't have one) 🙂

@ojbarberena7090 2 года назад

Great to see fresh new material. I hope you. Become the new hoovies garage only better with real mechanical knowledge.

@KrazyKuul111 2 года назад

For wheel speed sensors, just get some grommits that fit and cut a slice in them to put them around the line, as long as they fit good they shouldn't come out.

@Omgninjas2 2 года назад

+1 to this. I've replaced several gromets this way and it works well.

@damunar Год назад

Impressed with your auto mechanic skills---awesome!

@jhors7777 2 года назад

Great channel, thanks for posting.

@thomasmazzola4760 2 года назад

That harbor freight flashlight is the best thing they sell . I’ve had 2 for 4 years and they are great. I see it when your checking the underside of the Porsche

@feron450 2 года назад

I understand what you’re saying completely I miss every car I’ve ever sold, except my 94 Honda Accord but I bought that car when it was on its last leg to begin with. When I sold my trans am that I had for 16 years I ain’t gonna lie I teared up a little bit.

@pshame4466 2 года назад

a beautiful early 996 worth saving. great content. don't give up on it!

@justinlafever5653 2 года назад

Whoever put those pinstripes on is like, “AHHH! I SPENT, LIKE, 2 WHOLE FLIPPING DAYS GETTING THOSE STRAIGHT!” 🤣

@509brown 2 года назад

Eric, despite your very understandable frustrations with the car, it made an EPIC level video for us to watch. Good luck with the plenum gasket.......

@mikecastillo8747 2 года назад

It's only a problem if you feel it's a problem!, cool collection!!!, love those tear downs! Keep up the great work!

@wayne1141 2 года назад

Great video. Want to see you do more work on this car.

@rogersiples3335 2 года назад

Gotta love buying a used car. They're full of surprises that the previous owner may not have known about. Just think of the nice car you'll have when you're finished. Keep up the good work. Love your videos.

@siliconalleyelectronics187 2 года назад

I guess this means we'll be getting that M96 teardown lol

@KENNEY1023 2 года назад

The car will be nice once you go through it a few different times.

@liver.flush.maestro 2 года назад

You are so funny Eric, your love for cars is unconditional!

@fuckduncan3754 2 года назад

Nothing but respect for the B-Series. I owned one and it basically taught me how to work on cars and that got me into my career. The non teardown vids are pretty cool - keep up the good content

@Mastr-Tech 2 года назад

I enjoy the change of scenery. Maybe take us on a drive!

@daneyjames2010 2 года назад

Loven the mid week video!!

@christian6381 2 года назад

Can't get away from the German cars!

@I_Do_Cars 2 года назад

It’s always a trap!

@andrewpickett6543 2 года назад

Please do more of these videos along side of your engine teardown videos. They are very much enjoyed, thank you

@RJ-nh9hw 2 года назад

Welcome to the club of making a bad buy! You ain't alone...

@powerman1955 2 года назад

I really love the engine tear downs, but this is even more fun, not only because it's regular car guy maintenance stuff, but your at home, in your own garage. More please!

@ericarntson2035 2 года назад

They are just cars. The Mona Lisa is just art. Those diamonds in that vault are just rocks. Or not. Everyone values things differently. Some of us... really, really like things with wheels and engines.

@Anarchy522XD 2 года назад

Absolutely love the video. I really wish you had more time to work on your projects. I could literally watch an hour long video. I pray that you can find someone you can trust to help shoulder the load of the dismantling business so you can have more home time. Keep up the awesome work man I'm looking forward to seeing you remove the engine even though you don't lol.

@jeffryblackmon4846 2 года назад

If/when I find a modified exhaust, I walk away from the car because there certainly are other mods that I would not want, as you have discovered. Best wishes for speedy repairs.

@eladiochaviano2593 2 года назад

Really enjoyed the content 👌

@albertonunez851 2 года назад

Great video and keep up the entertaining work.

@Mis73rRand0m 2 года назад

My first thought when you said intermittent lean code was pcv breather/vacuum system. Similar failures abound on all german cars of that era. That hose with the hole reminds me of m52 and m54 breathers.

@2006gtobob 2 года назад

NEVER....EVER....Believe anyone when a seller says "I just finished this project, maybe it needs a couple of small things." That's sentence usually means "I ran out of money, patience, skill, but mostly money, patience and skill...I need to find a chump to offload this heap." It also means "$5,000...minimum" with a car like this for the next guy. Please, keep doing these projects, it's therapeutic for you and teaches lessons to us. Videos like this have prevented me from looking into SZ series Rolls Royces or Bentleys, even though I love them.

@jimblob78 2 года назад

I recently acquired a restored salvage 986 and it’s a blast to work on. I’ve always wanted a bright yellow Porsche and finally got it :)

@craftingmat5425 2 года назад

No critics here - you are such a nice dude, I really LOVE your content. I came here for the Esprit content first (owned an Elise for 10 years) and found out that your main content is just as cool. Now you have a 996.1 C2 where I had an 996.2 C2 as well (unfortunately it had to go after the engine had catastrophic failure - and yet I am thinking about buying another one...). I'd love to see a 996 video series - would be well worth it! LIKE!

@johnreid859 2 года назад

I’m glad you’re enjoying what project car guys all go through with a used car purchase.

@jameschinn5137 2 года назад

Enjoy your video immensely, very therapeutic indeed. Perhaps one indicator for future purchases, when you see a zip tie on any car, just walk away.

@blankrobber 2 года назад

🤞 Hope the IMS was done right considering all the other corners have been cut🤞

@TML34 2 года назад

All I heard was that it was “inspected”. Uh-oh! 😳

@Brian-us5vx 2 года назад

Thank you for all your videos, this was an especially great one! I can totally relate, my tolerance for functionality is super low! If it's running I don't fool with it! LOL Props to you! These videos take a lot of time and effort and as others have said, you're a natural. God's blessing on you! Thanks!

@dougowens2686 2 года назад

Every car is a project you made me feel so good thank you

@rhollyday Год назад

Great video! Love 996 fixin vids! Your super high resolution 2160P makes my youtube buffer often, even with my 100mbps fiber. I lower the player resolution to 1080P to stop the buffering.

@gjcarr2991 2 года назад

Great vid mate

@upsidedowndog1256 2 года назад

You just don't know until you know! I certainly would not have entered it in a car show before I knew. Great video. Sorting that out is just beginning, I am afraid.

@mikecrofts2010 2 года назад

Definitely love yourself 90’s era vehicles. Love the list 👍🏻

@andydurbs 2 года назад

A nice change to the usual 👍🏼 like it 🙂

@guyina4x499 2 года назад

I'm not really a Porsche guy. But i like your enthusiasm about cars. I think I'll hang out a while. Looking forward to part 2.

@wags9777 2 года назад

the point of all the short cuts was to sell it. and it worked, you bought it

@wilhelmschimko9 2 года назад

Congrat's on a new play toy purchase, I was surprized to see an early video, i was expecting an engine teardown, but this was good too !!

@FrankySilverFace 2 года назад

Great sense of humour. Your timing and delivery is quite good for a non professional comedian.

@phillm156 2 года назад

The 911 is nice but just beware of one issue that has been a major concern(besides IMS) for 911 (1999-2008). Bore scoring. Piston slap causing wear in the bore and eventual oil burning and rebuild. If it sounds like a valve tick, it might be bore score. It seems to affect 5-10% of the cars. Causes have been stated to be incorrect oil blend, ethanol fuel(rich warmup, causing blow by through piston rings). I’ve heard it’s mostly from northern cars(colder climate), and piston bore coatings not Durable as before (Nikasil). Check piston bores from the bottom, since that’s where it generally begins (usually piston #6).

@miketdavies 2 года назад

99 3.4L doesn't have bore scoring issues. Even the IMS is likely OK as it's the dual row bearing. (Says the guy with a 3.6 overbored to 4.0 after a bore score failure, and showing bore scoring signs on cyl6 on the Nikasil LN overbore... FML)

@Dexter-tx5fp 2 года назад

Love the video man, a tip for any future work on this particular car though, 911s are MUCH safer being lifted backwards given the very heavy rear weight bias they have. I've seen horror stories of these tipping backwards off the lift arms when lifted "normally". Even my 987 which is mid engine with much less rear bias still felt uneasy on my lift when I lifted it forward the first time.

@l00k4tstuff 2 года назад

It is great seeing you put a car together instead of just pulling apart to see carnage. Sorry for you this will be a multi-part video - yay for us you are making a multi-part video!

@johnelliott7375 2 года назад

Always more fun than what you plan on. I don't blame you.

@ChiefLink 2 года назад

I'm a lot like you when it comes to cars I work on, especially my own! I avoid worm clamps, I like to have hoses and wires retained properly, fasteners in their places, etc. I also prefer a clean engine bay as much as possible. I also keep seeing that NA Miata in the background and it's making me jealous. That's a dream car for me. Watching you struggle on the Porsche hurt my soul, especially since it turned into a project when you least expected it. It'll all be okay...eventually!

@rayshutsa6690 2 года назад

Thìs was a great video, I like that shade of yellow on the Porsche. We all have had a car that was hard to let go. I hope you make another video on the repairs.

@hoosiernick 2 года назад

You make some really good Doctor sounds like "um-hum", "aha" and "I see", Great bedside manner!

@PorscheRacer14 2 года назад

As soon as you said, "now it should slide right in", I was already yelling at my screen, 'you're going to have to take that Koni sticker off', haha. Ahh good memories... *oh no, not the green coolant :( The quickest way to kill the water pump and gaskets. I hope all is afterwards.

@I_Do_Cars 2 года назад

Koni has to know, they have to!

@PorscheRacer14 2 года назад

@@I_Do_Cars I think that's where the phad of having Koni stickers on your fenders came from. Seemed like such a waste to peel off and throw away a nice sticker.