3:48 For me, a big advantage of a manual gearbox is that they are far less likely to get stolen. Most criminals see the stick and will pass your car over because they aren't confident that they can drive it correctly.
My 987 is arctic silver not hooker red, and still receives plenty of attention. I seldom let it out of my sight because of others petty bullshit, I know exactly where you're coming from. Great video, keep up the good work
@@mikeb1039produce goods & services for the consumption & betterment of society. in other words just being a useful member of society & not being a waste of space and oxygen.
Great video. Outstanding advice overall - I also have a “hooker” red(guards red) 911 and have noticed the same thing -especially about people parking next to you and also the confusion about what kind of car it is and quickly judging that it must be some super exotic sports car when it’s actually just a 15 year old 911 that’s been kept in good shape.
I’m in CA, and I can guarantee you women know what kind of car that is! We even buy them! 😂. The part about people parking next to you...No words truer spoken! I park my 987 in the furthest parking spot I can, and without fail, someone ALWAYS has to park next to it, not one space over, but right next to it! Drives me nuts! You always cover things that make me a better Porsche owner! Keep up the good work!
You are doing it wrong :) You need to chose the car to park next to, i.e. something new and/or nice, where you can expect pride of ownership. An owner of a new C class Mercedes won't bang his door in to yours, while an owner of a 20 year old Nissan Stanza probably doesn't care. You already learned that parking at the end of the lot does not work, so chose a "safe" neighbour. Also, parking close to the shop entrance may be better because there are more eyes on everything, so people feel less emboldened to scratch your car etc
Good video. This is a honest video about what you experience when you have a nice luxury sports car. It doesn’t matter if it cost less than a Camry, or a Civic. I actually love bright color cars. I’ve switched to bright color interiors and black/white/grey cars to avoid extra attention.
Spot Fucking On. Same way with my '02 330Cica BMW. I have to keep explaining to the new wife, that hey, people will try to run into you, and screw with the car, even when it is parked in a public place. This was true in small town TEXAS, and now in Florida. Preach on, brother!
As far as I understand, regardless of the insurance we buy and precautions we take when it comes to expensive items, it's wise to never have too much of our relative net worth invested in them since the stress that comes with that can make owning them not worthwhile. You're spot on that things will get better Nathan. We can do it much faster If people realize they should be the ones improving their own lives, instead of hoping some slick talking politicians in a far away big city will (or even can) do it for them. And you're a great example of improving one's situation through using your hands and brain, it's been awesome watching you do it. Fingers crossed that more of your viewers catch this mentality.
Totally understand where you are coming from with this video. We had a BMW 535M back in the mid 80’s and it drove us mad how many times we would park it at the remotest part of the parking lot and come back to a dented, grungy Ute parked right next to it. Now we have a Porsche Cayman we are very careful where we park it.
This is SO American! I've had a Boxster for 10 years and many other nice cars and huge shop that I post about on several sites and have NEVER experienced any of the issues you talk about. No one tries to steal our shit. No one Parks next to my Porsche, no one wants my emblems. Feel bad for ya man! Maybe time to move to Canada!
Great video and very sound advice. I am older now so I can look back and how true of what you mention in your video is. It is tough out there. The fun comes when you can take your care to a show, a race or an event where it is appreciated because the audience knows exactly what it is . Road Atlanta is a fun place here in the south, great people and knowledgeable cars like this. I grew up in Daytona, so I have a big appreciation for real cars. Thanks Nathan.
I like this guy. He is a real deal no bullshit kind of guy. I bought a new Porsche 911 4s last week (cash). People ask me why I bought it and I reply, "because it's really shinny :)" But you do receive lot more attention, both negative and positive. You're also correct about the acquisition of the cars, as a high-end kitchen remodeler, I understand how to use A LOT of tools. So, to conduct an oil change I begin my search right here on TH-cam.
I have daily driven 987s in LA and in Las Vegas for years. I have never had these problems. Thank for the mechanical info but your opinions are something else. Cheers man.
Nathan thank you for your videos man,iI have learned lots from you in the technical dept.I have a 2006 CS silver lobster claws.I have had the fortune to have owned a few Porsches in my life while working hard to buy them and care for them,just like you.The 987.1 is one of the best handling Porsches if not the best.super nice design from every angle observed.Keep up the great work and sense of humour man.All best to you from Canada.
You've made some excellent points about the actual responsibility for what happens when you own one. It becomes a point of attention, wanted or otherwise, and may lead to being a victim of any number of crimes, from minor to life-ending. Yeah, definitely something to look out for. One of the downsides is that babysitting the car when it leaves your garage becomes a full-time responsibility. Like you said, can't leave it outside unattended for too long, sometimes even turning around may merit a surprise whence you look back and see a crowd of teens doing their thing. I think that these lessons are some of the more important ones and I don't see a lot of people talking about them, so thank you for sharing.
I thought I was going to get a a car review about daily driving a Porsche. Ending up getting some great humor and a fantastic life lesson. Thanks for sharing!
I just bought myself an old Porsche. And I 100% agree on what you said. As I had a very very humble beginning with my life I never saw or felt these things before. But the minute I’m driving this shiny old car, haters appear out of nowhere and starting to pick on me. Thanks for great vid!
@3:14 I would guess that's more target fixation than intimidation. More often, than makes sense to me, cars will hit the cones of a construction zone. Not because they wanted to, but because they were fixated on the work being done or safety lights and the unwittingly steer in that direction.
I love this video. And soooo true I have an 2018 f80 m3 and I can park 300 yards from the nearest car and walk in to a grocery store when I get out there is a sure bet that a car is next to me 🤬
This is really good and thanks for the insider tips! You seem like a good guy and cool as hell! I drove a 350z that same color,I thought ppl were singling me out,trying to literally kill me in traffic.Your video relieved me ,ppl are just evil it wasn't just me.God bless this Man and his Family,put your strongest Angels around them All.
Lots of life lessons made in here, everything from from respecting people property, to working hard for what you've got. Definitely prefer your channel over the guys buying cars they can't afford and doing reviews on them. The ending was most profound, honestly, things are never as bad as they may seem. That is tough to realize in the moment, but things do change, and hopefully improve over time.
Good video. I love driving my 987cs, but purposely chose metallic macadamia to try to be less flashy. I live in SF, so there's exotic supercars all over the place, so my car gets little notice. Mission accomplished.
Great topic. Funny because I’m always thinking about switching into a plain Jane Silver 911 like a 10 year old 997, but I’m not sure about how to realistically daily drive it? Parking at a garage at work is fine, but shopping at Home Depot or Walmart? I’m just paranoid about someone keying the hell out of it.
You are on point. I parked my 981 and walked in my office and right away the kids that was across the street came over heading right for my car which was the only car in the lot totally fenced in parking lot with no through traffic, there was no reason for them to even be on the property . I knew that they were going to be all over my car. I stopped them before they got to my car.
Enjoying these videos. I’ve got a beauty of a black cayman s 2006 and a 2016 cooper s jcw tuned to 250bhp. Love nice cars and relate to having a particular mentality. Please keep these videos coming. Cheers
I was able to get a good deal on my BMW and soon as I brought it home SMH... The rumors and the stories began to fly jealous family members scratching it how did he get a brand new BMW... They would say. The damn things almost 20 year's old... Smh Stupid people man. Lol
At least in the UK a Porsche has something about it that means it is usually not a deliberate vandalism target. However it's low height does mean it is vulnerable in parking lots where drivers sitting high up do not see it or missjudge its size.
Valid message. Agree completely, I have a 987 in the same color. Paid a lot less for it than a new base model Camry for instance but no comparison in the assumptions people make about me for owning it. …Fun as hell to drive but not as a primary daily driver in the city…. Thanks for the videos!
You know I remember watching your e46 videos which helped me repair my e46 330i Now I’m getting ready to buy a Porsche 911 992! Thank you for inspiring me and helping e a part of my journey congrats on such a long you tube career!!
Between my 987.2 and now my 997.1 (both my only/daily driver), I’ve gotten predominantly positive attention. Sure there’s idiots who try to race on the highway, but mostly I’ve gotten really genuine people asking about the car (usually “what year is that?”), excited kids waving, and bemused/confused looks when I put groceries in the frunk. Sure, park it in a garage, but otherwise I treat it like a car and people seem to do the same. Great looking 987! I miss the mid-engine platform. Love the torque the 911 offers a bit lower down, but when revved out the cayman was everything I needed driving the twisty roads!
I see 2 G Wagens here in Harrisonville on an almost daily basis. No idea who owns them, but here in smallish town experience for you. E36/46/60/90's as well. 1 E36 M3 saloon living in the apartment downstairs.
The truth hurts. I left my 50K mi. mint 964 out on the street overnight recently on our upscale suburban neighborhood cul de sac - which I almost never do - and it was immediately egged. This not only left impact marks in the door and - something didn't know before - eggs eat into and discolor the clearcoat and silver paint. Because the car and paint was 100% original this prank left blemishes in the door that materially devalued both the appearance and value the car, over nothing. I mean this is a 30 year old car - not some $150K new porsche - WTF?
where I live we don’t have people key your car or do some stupid shit.The only thing is if they see you driving fast they will chase you to a traffic light And blabla blabla. I stopped driving fast during daytime. I drive late night when I want to floor it.
I too live in a small town and everybody knows me and my wife. LOL! you are so right about parking in a grocery store lot! I park as far away as I can,, I come out and some idiot is parked RIGHT next to me. ARG!!
So you mean to tell me that there are actual people that have no idea what a Porsche looks like? Porsche has probably THE most recognizable car shape/design in the world.
I own a 1978 Ferrari 308 GTS with vintage plates. She’s red. The reaction with the 308 versus my 2014 981 Cayman is completely different. The reaction with the 308 is always positive because she’s now vintage. People know it’s a Ferrari. Nobody has ever pulled along side of me wanting to race….the Porsche experience is completely opposite. I average one person per drive who pulls up along side of me who wants to race…I simply ignore and enjoy the drive and experience. That’s really all one can do I think. Thank you for the video.
Hello from another fellow Missourian! I live in Portland now and I'm looking at 718 Cayman's.. biggest fear is the people who hate you for driving a nicer car. Lot of homeless, car break-in's, theft and more crime here right now. Kinda makes me want to stick with my ND2 Miata
Keeping it real to all the owners who own a Porsche !! By the end of the day, many people will do something to a nice car either for Jealousy or just because they want to be reckless. I have done a lot of modifications to my Porsche & still have to be cautious about where I park and who’s around me. So safety first mahalo / thank you for making this video 🤙🏽
the beacon thing.... so true, drove an nb miata that was 900 bucks and was just enough for me to take it to walmart where i worked and someone keyed the absolute piss out of the side of it lol
I do like the "you know better than to touch other people's stuff". I grew up down south but live up north and I'm trying my hardest to translate this.
Yeah this is the downside to owning a nice car. Which is why I would never buy a brand new car even though I could if I wanted to. Especially when you live in a busy city as I do. Just too many assholes around.
I have a mint $9,000 986 and it gets as much attention and compliments as some exotic car. I can’t drive it to work because my coworkers would be pissed and assume I’m making way more money than them with their $500 a month lease payments on new Toyota’s and Subarus. You know from the comments they make.
It makes me sad when I hear that. We Europeans used to look up to the US as a culture where people are happy about the success of others, instead of being envious miserably pricks like the norm is over here. It sucks that you guys also caught this mental virus. How's the 986 been treating you? I'm thinking of maybe saving up for one myself since they're so cheap (for a Porsche) nowadays.
@@andyb6851 Happy about the success of others? Here? There has been a real class war going on here for over a decade. Talk of reparations from people who are not guilty to others they never victimized. More talk of redistribution of wealth from those who worked to those who never did. Not from the hyper-rich or political elite, they are driving the narrative. Then, there was always the pretentiousness. Unemployed, by choice, college kids spending $500 a week in restaurants, coffee shops, and bars on credit cards, then demanding forgiveness for their education loans. So many people live beyond their means, in debt to impress others with their material things. The 986 has been very reliable, affordable, and easy to maintain and restore. A pure joy to work on. Very therapeutic to drive.
Lol "would be a shame if someone stole your stuff". Yeah, that would be a shame...cuz when you never come home and someone files a missing person report, when the cops come asking questions, I'll just shrug my shoulders. "Someone came to steal my suff and never camr home you say? Must've ripped someone else off, occifer cuz all my stuff is still here. Now check out this cool new garden I have right next to the burn barrel."
Hello Nathan… New to the channel and a Porsche guy.. Great car ( guy/person) video.. Actually.. real world … olde school common sense. Good stuff..! Kudos..!
I've noticed that my 991 attracts Honda Civics and old Ford Mustangs... They all want to race me, lol. They think they need to tailgate for some reason, I don't get it. Mine is white and it still attracts attention. I can only image what a red or other bright color would bring. True statement, you can park way out in left field and someone will park right next to you. And they will park close, even though there is plenty of room for both us, just craziness! But I've also had really nice conversations with ordinary people who are interested. Most people are nice and just want to look at it. I just found your channel and enjoy your content. Thanks for taking the time to share your projects!
One advice to this dude, upgrade your neighborhood. This video is funny and informational. This happened with me when I am driving porsche, people like to race or show off or overtake you in one lane. WTF is that. When I have expensive cars, I try to make sure the color is not too attractive. Also the hate mentality is there, if you are a woman that means my rich husband is paying, woman can not be rich.
I thought it was only me being paranoid about having a nice car in this world we live in....I've been wanting a 996 c4s but been hesitant because I feel that the car is going to start controlling my life due to all of the issues this man has brought up.....thanks for the video.
Really sorry to hear those stories.. As someone who lives in a small town close to Munich, Germany and drives an old Porsche myself that is so weird to hear - here its the complete opposite. ppl come by and admire the car and are intrested in the history of it and so on - maybe its just a german thing bc. everyone knows a porsche and they are way more comon around here then in the US I guess. Might be the other way around if you dive an old Mustang around here - but never seen someone trying to scare someone by driving into the opposite road site bc of envy or whatever.. Anyways - awesome video and hope it won't affact ur attiude to ur cars and the fun you have driving it.
It's a sad reflection of modern society and true wherever you are to a greater or lesser extent. It encourages me to look for anonymity in cars which is a pity. The US has/had a reputation that people respect and admire quality cars as an aspirational society - "I want one of those some day".
The negative side of owning a hooker red (i call it midlifecrisis red) porsche... I've been going 5 under the speedlimit and old guy red in the face with anger telling me to slow down, in a parking: last parking spot furthest away idiots parking next to me, I've had people (2times) yell at me in parking lots after starting my car just starting to pull out of a spot, maybe going a couple kms an hour, no other cars in the way... good side: had kids ask to sit in it, people stop and admire, pictures taken, people asking questions etc.. you get a bit of both driving these things
Totally get you even though I live in NZ. Its a shame but fact as you say. I also have a BMW and will careful of that also. My old Holden Barina worth a grand I have no worries with at all and use for work everyday.
Love your 987.1 in Guards Red and Lobster Claw Rims. I drive mine every day, do my own work on it. It's the best Porsche to own not the 911. I used to consult in smaller towns, and drove my car everywhere. The Cayman is a Rock Star. People love to ask questions about it and take pictures. The BEST part is that I 'share' the car. I let people be hands on and ask questions. I feel REALLY REALLY bad for your channel though. As long as the car has religious 3-5k oil changes the 987 is pretty reliable. Not sure reliable cars are great for content. Get ready for the forum jockeys making dumb comments because they've never owned the car. (I love your BMW channel BTW)
I live in Italy. I have a red mustang. I can confirm everything you've just pointed. Also own a cayenne and a 5 series, but don't have the same problem with those. I guess you hit the nail : shiny different things attract stupid people.
Hahahaha " Stupidity is drawn to shiny objects" an instant classic
Same for crows! lol
"Jealousy and criminality go hand-in-hand". Well said.
Well, he is the one who chose the shiny object over other alternatives so ...
Yeah but I bought my Porsche 911 4s in cash because it was shinny :/
3:48 For me, a big advantage of a manual gearbox is that they are far less likely to get stolen. Most criminals see the stick and will pass your car over because they aren't confident that they can drive it correctly.
that's racist
@@Slowekistan I think you mean gearist
Only in America 😂
My 987 is arctic silver not hooker red, and still receives plenty of attention. I seldom let it out of my sight because of others petty bullshit, I know exactly where you're coming from. Great video, keep up the good work
It's amazing how uncomfortable idiots are with you having nice things! This is why I will not daily drive my GTS 4.0
This is deep and very true. Those who don't produce use all their energy to try and take away from those who do.
That is true , alot of sinister people out there
Produce what?
@@mikeb1039produce goods & services for the consumption & betterment of society. in other words just being a useful member of society & not being a waste of space and oxygen.
@@46god I know what it means. I was poking fun at you equating that with owning a porsche........
Great video. Outstanding advice overall - I also have a “hooker” red(guards red) 911 and have noticed the same thing -especially about people parking next to you and also the confusion about what kind of car it is and quickly judging that it must be some super exotic sports car when it’s actually just a 15 year old 911 that’s been kept in good shape.
I’m in CA, and I can guarantee you women know what kind of car that is! We even buy them! 😂. The part about people parking next to you...No words truer spoken! I park my 987 in the furthest parking spot I can, and without fail, someone ALWAYS has to park next to it, not one space over, but right next to it! Drives me nuts! You always cover things that make me a better Porsche owner! Keep up the good work!
You are doing it wrong :) You need to chose the car to park next to, i.e. something new and/or nice, where you can expect pride of ownership. An owner of a new C class Mercedes won't bang his door in to yours, while an owner of a 20 year old Nissan Stanza probably doesn't care. You already learned that parking at the end of the lot does not work, so chose a "safe" neighbour. Also, parking close to the shop entrance may be better because there are more eyes on everything, so people feel less emboldened to scratch your car etc
Good video. This is a honest video about what you experience when you have a nice luxury sports car. It doesn’t matter if it cost less than a Camry, or a Civic. I actually love bright color cars. I’ve switched to bright color interiors and black/white/grey cars to avoid extra attention.
Spot Fucking On. Same way with my '02 330Cica BMW. I have to keep explaining to the new wife, that hey, people will try to run into you, and screw with the car, even when it is parked in a public place. This was true in small town TEXAS, and now in Florida. Preach on, brother!
“Is that a Lamborghini” 😂 lol
I did chuckle at "hooker red". I like what you do Nathan, keep it up 👍😀
As far as I understand, regardless of the insurance we buy and precautions we take when it comes to expensive items, it's wise to never have too much of our relative net worth invested in them since the stress that comes with that can make owning them not worthwhile.
You're spot on that things will get better Nathan. We can do it much faster If people realize they should be the ones improving their own lives, instead of hoping some slick talking politicians in a far away big city will (or even can) do it for them.
And you're a great example of improving one's situation through using your hands and brain, it's been awesome watching you do it. Fingers crossed that more of your viewers catch this mentality.
Yes its not all physical labor its planning along with it for sure
Totally understand where you are coming from with this video. We had a BMW 535M back in the mid 80’s and it drove us mad how many times we would park it at the remotest part of the parking lot and come back to a dented, grungy Ute parked right next to it. Now we have a Porsche Cayman we are very careful where we park it.
This is SO American! I've had a Boxster for 10 years and many other nice cars and huge shop that I post about on several sites and have NEVER experienced any of the issues you talk about. No one tries to steal our shit. No one Parks next to my Porsche, no one wants my emblems. Feel bad for ya man! Maybe time to move to Canada!
Then i can pay $9 for gas and maximum taxes , no thanks , after watching DDE its unreal what you pay for car insurance too
Great video and very sound advice. I am older now so I can look back and how true of what you mention in your video is. It is tough out there. The fun comes when you can take your care to a show, a race or an event where it is appreciated because the audience knows exactly what it is . Road Atlanta is a fun place here in the south, great people and knowledgeable cars like this. I grew up in Daytona, so I have a big appreciation for real cars. Thanks Nathan.
I like this guy. He is a real deal no bullshit kind of guy. I bought a new Porsche 911 4s last week (cash). People ask me why I bought it and I reply, "because it's really shinny :)" But you do receive lot more attention, both negative and positive. You're also correct about the acquisition of the cars, as a high-end kitchen remodeler, I understand how to use A LOT of tools. So, to conduct an oil change I begin my search right here on TH-cam.
The best remedy for depression is driving my 986
I have daily driven 987s in LA and in Las Vegas for years. I have never had these problems. Thank for the mechanical info but your opinions are something else. Cheers man.
Nathan thank you for your videos man,iI have learned lots from you in the technical dept.I have a 2006 CS silver lobster claws.I have had the fortune to have owned a few Porsches in my life while working hard to buy them and care for them,just like you.The 987.1 is one of the best handling Porsches if not the best.super nice design from every angle observed.Keep up the great work and sense of humour man.All best to you from Canada.
You've made some excellent points about the actual responsibility for what happens when you own one. It becomes a point of attention, wanted or otherwise, and may lead to being a victim of any number of crimes, from minor to life-ending. Yeah, definitely something to look out for. One of the downsides is that babysitting the car when it leaves your garage becomes a full-time responsibility. Like you said, can't leave it outside unattended for too long, sometimes even turning around may merit a surprise whence you look back and see a crowd of teens doing their thing. I think that these lessons are some of the more important ones and I don't see a lot of people talking about them, so thank you for sharing.
I thought I was going to get a a car review about daily driving a Porsche. Ending up getting some great humor and a fantastic life lesson. Thanks for sharing!
I just bought myself an old Porsche. And I 100% agree on what you said. As I had a very very humble beginning with my life I never saw or felt these things before. But the minute I’m driving this shiny old car, haters appear out of nowhere and starting to pick on me. Thanks for great vid!
I enjoyed watching a few of your videos already. I like how you present rather sophisticated topics with such simplicity.
@3:14 I would guess that's more target fixation than intimidation. More often, than makes sense to me, cars will hit the cones of a construction zone. Not because they wanted to, but because they were fixated on the work being done or safety lights and the unwittingly steer in that direction.
I love this video. And soooo true I have an 2018 f80 m3 and I can park 300 yards from the nearest car and walk in to a grocery store when I get out there is a sure bet that a car is next to me 🤬
Nice video. I’m weighing a 718 Cayman vs a 911, and in both cases I’m concerned about aggression from other drivers. And general stupidity and envy.
This was an eye opener!! Thank you!!
This is really good and thanks for the insider tips! You seem like a good guy and cool as hell! I drove a 350z that same color,I thought ppl were singling me out,trying to literally kill me in traffic.Your video relieved me ,ppl are just evil it wasn't just me.God bless this Man and his Family,put your strongest Angels around them All.
Lots of life lessons made in here, everything from from respecting people property, to working hard for what you've got. Definitely prefer your channel over the guys buying cars they can't afford and doing reviews on them. The ending was most profound, honestly, things are never as bad as they may seem. That is tough to realize in the moment, but things do change, and hopefully improve over time.
Good video. I love driving my 987cs, but purposely chose metallic macadamia to try to be less flashy. I live in SF, so there's exotic supercars all over the place, so my car gets little notice. Mission accomplished.
Great topic. Funny because I’m always thinking about switching into a plain Jane Silver 911 like a 10 year old 997, but I’m not sure about how to realistically daily drive it? Parking at a garage at work is fine, but shopping at Home Depot or Walmart? I’m just paranoid about someone keying the hell out of it.
Just put a gun sticker on the window and "i dont need to call the cops if you damage my car" sticker below it , it should protect itself then lol
Nathan - Just watching this video nearly a year after you've posted it. Enjoy your car. Enjoy your life. You seem to be a good man. God bless you.
Great video im subscribing i want a 911 997 and a lot youve said has rang some bells inside thanks for the content brodie
You are on point. I parked my 981 and walked in my office and right away the kids that was across the street came over heading right for my car which was the only car in the lot totally fenced in parking lot with no through traffic, there was no reason for them to even be on the property . I knew that they were going to be all over my car. I stopped them before they got to my car.
It depends where you are. In CT I do not get any of that. My Boxster or BMW are both common.
In Ct if the vandals dont get you the rust will
Enjoying these videos. I’ve got a beauty of a black cayman s 2006 and a 2016 cooper s jcw tuned to 250bhp. Love nice cars and relate to having a particular mentality. Please keep these videos coming. Cheers
I was able to get a good deal on my BMW and soon as I brought it home SMH... The rumors and the stories began to fly jealous family members scratching it how did he get a brand new BMW... They would say. The damn things almost 20 year's old... Smh
Stupid people man. Lol
I thought im the only one noticing it.... Im a little surprised that these issues happen halfway across the globe
Jealousy and envy and I am in a town that is littered with exotics. don't forget tailgaters.
Great video....absolutely the truth too. I agree 100 percent. Have had the same problem because of what I drive lol petty people
At least in the UK a Porsche has something about it that means it is usually not a deliberate vandalism target. However it's low height does mean it is vulnerable in parking lots where drivers sitting high up do not see it or missjudge its size.
Could not agree more Nathan. My E46 330ci is 20 years old, and it is on the drive, covered by cctv, and someone (covered face) scratched the boot 😳
Valid message. Agree completely, I have a 987 in the same color.
Paid a lot less for it than a new base model Camry for instance but no comparison in the assumptions people make about me for owning it.
…Fun as hell to drive but not as a primary daily driver in the city….
Thanks for the videos!
You know I remember watching your e46 videos which helped me repair my e46 330i
Now I’m getting ready to buy a Porsche 911 992!
Thank you for inspiring me and helping e a part of my journey congrats on such a long you tube career!!
Thank you for sticking with the channel , people like you make it all possible
Between my 987.2 and now my 997.1 (both my only/daily driver), I’ve gotten predominantly positive attention. Sure there’s idiots who try to race on the highway, but mostly I’ve gotten really genuine people asking about the car (usually “what year is that?”), excited kids waving, and bemused/confused looks when I put groceries in the frunk. Sure, park it in a garage, but otherwise I treat it like a car and people seem to do the same.
Great looking 987! I miss the mid-engine platform. Love the torque the 911 offers a bit lower down, but when revved out the cayman was everything I needed driving the twisty roads!
I see 2 G Wagens here in Harrisonville on an almost daily basis. No idea who owns them, but here in smallish town experience for you. E36/46/60/90's as well. 1 E36 M3 saloon living in the apartment downstairs.
Tell them to watch my videos then lol
@@NathansPorscheWorkshop Again in different words... I wish I knew who they are. LOL
Same! always paranoid when and where parking mine.
Jeeps follow me extremely closely. I take a turn at 60 and no more jeep.
The truth hurts. I left my 50K mi. mint 964 out on the street overnight recently on our upscale suburban neighborhood cul de sac - which I almost never do - and it was immediately egged. This not only left impact marks in the door and - something didn't know before - eggs eat into and discolor the clearcoat and silver paint. Because the car and paint was 100% original this prank left blemishes in the door that materially devalued both the appearance and value the car, over nothing. I mean this is a 30 year old car - not some $150K new porsche - WTF?
Tragic, at least your dignity is in on piece.👍
I was smiling when I watched this video because the points made are so true :).
where I live we don’t have people key your car or do some stupid shit.The only thing is if they see you driving fast they will chase you to a traffic light And blabla blabla. I stopped driving fast during daytime. I drive late night when I want to floor it.
I too live in a small town and everybody knows me and my wife. LOL! you are so right about parking in a grocery store lot! I park as far away as I can,, I come out and some idiot is parked RIGHT next to me. ARG!!
One of the better videos I've seen here on youtube in recent months. Great!
You're awesome man - love your level head'd ness
Nice video. I've been looking for one in southern CA. Hard to find a good one in a nice color, most are black, white, silver. Red looks sharp.
So you mean to tell me that there are actual people that have no idea what a Porsche looks like? Porsche has probably THE most recognizable car shape/design in the world.
I own a 1978 Ferrari 308 GTS with vintage plates. She’s red. The reaction with the 308 versus my 2014 981 Cayman is completely different. The reaction with the 308 is always positive because she’s now vintage. People know it’s a Ferrari. Nobody has ever pulled along side of me wanting to race….the Porsche experience is completely opposite. I average one person per drive who pulls up along side of me who wants to race…I simply ignore and enjoy the drive and experience. That’s really all one can do I think. Thank you for the video.
I do not own Porsche but have a BMW convertible and NEVER EVER park it outside over night. Period.
Hello from another fellow Missourian! I live in Portland now and I'm looking at 718 Cayman's.. biggest fear is the people who hate you for driving a nicer car. Lot of homeless, car break-in's, theft and more crime here right now. Kinda makes me want to stick with my ND2 Miata
That’s the truth of when you start building success- top points in this video
Cracking video mate 👍👍from paisley Scotland
Keeping it real to all the owners who own a Porsche !! By the end of the day, many people will do something to a nice car either for Jealousy or just because they want to be reckless. I have done a lot of modifications to my Porsche & still have to be cautious about where I park and who’s around me. So safety first mahalo / thank you for making this video 🤙🏽
Even the police knew i owned a 90 red miata in my nieghborhood not of the same value but similar experiences.
the beacon thing.... so true, drove an nb miata that was 900 bucks and was just enough for me to take it to walmart where i worked and someone keyed the absolute piss out of the side of it lol
I do like the "you know better than to touch other people's stuff". I grew up down south but live up north and I'm trying my hardest to translate this.
Nathan I'm still laughing over the Trumpets of hell comment on the M5 video
Yeah this is the downside to owning a nice car. Which is why I would never buy a brand new car even though I could if I wanted to. Especially when you live in a busy city as I do. Just too many assholes around.
I have a mint $9,000 986 and it gets as much attention and compliments as some exotic car. I can’t drive it to work because my coworkers would be pissed and assume I’m making way more money than them with their $500 a month lease payments on new Toyota’s and Subarus. You know from the comments they make.
It makes me sad when I hear that. We Europeans used to look up to the US as a culture where people are happy about the success of others, instead of being envious miserably pricks like the norm is over here. It sucks that you guys also caught this mental virus.
How's the 986 been treating you? I'm thinking of maybe saving up for one myself since they're so cheap (for a Porsche) nowadays.
@@andyb6851 Happy about the success of others? Here? There has been a real class war going on here for over a decade. Talk of reparations from people who are not guilty to others they never victimized. More talk of redistribution of wealth from those who worked to those who never did. Not from the hyper-rich or political elite, they are driving the narrative. Then, there was always the pretentiousness. Unemployed, by choice, college kids spending $500 a week in restaurants, coffee shops, and bars on credit cards, then demanding forgiveness for their education loans. So many people live beyond their means, in debt to impress others with their material things.
The 986 has been very reliable, affordable, and easy to maintain and restore. A pure joy to work on. Very therapeutic to drive.
The last five minutes was gold. Were the Sam age, and I’m in a similar place in life. God bless you, you’ve life figured out
Yes the old man logic works well lol
Nathans Porsche Workshop #boomerthings The kids don’t quite get it lol
It is true I park far away in the parking lot where there is absolutely no one for 100 feet you come out and someone’s parked right next to you
Lol "would be a shame if someone stole your stuff". Yeah, that would be a shame...cuz when you never come home and someone files a missing person report, when the cops come asking questions, I'll just shrug my shoulders.
"Someone came to steal my suff and never camr home you say? Must've ripped someone else off, occifer cuz all my stuff is still here. Now check out this cool new garden I have right next to the burn barrel."
lol
Hello Nathan…
New to the channel and a Porsche guy..
Great car ( guy/person) video..
Actually.. real world … olde school common sense.
Good stuff..!
Kudos..!
Thank you for watching
I've noticed that my 991 attracts Honda Civics and old Ford Mustangs... They all want to race me, lol. They think they need to tailgate for some reason, I don't get it. Mine is white and it still attracts attention. I can only image what a red or other bright color would bring. True statement, you can park way out in left field and someone will park right next to you. And they will park close, even though there is plenty of room for both us, just craziness! But I've also had really nice conversations with ordinary people who are interested. Most people are nice and just want to look at it. I just found your channel and enjoy your content. Thanks for taking the time to share your projects!
One advice to this dude, upgrade your neighborhood.
This video is funny and informational. This happened with me when I am driving porsche, people like to race or show off or overtake you in one lane. WTF is that.
When I have expensive cars, I try to make sure the color is not too attractive. Also the hate mentality is there, if you are a woman that means my rich husband is paying, woman can not be rich.
You’re so right!
“Por-sha”
I thought it was only me being paranoid about having a nice car in this world we live in....I've been wanting a 996 c4s but been hesitant because I feel that the car is going to start controlling my life due to all of the issues this man has brought up.....thanks for the video.
Ironically most of your encounters I have had happen with my 2023 Mach 1.
The more you try to avoid people the more the want to crowd you.
100% truth
You could always move to Alaska 😁
@@RothBeyondTheGrave It is the truth.
Really sorry to hear those stories.. As someone who lives in a small town close to Munich, Germany and drives an old Porsche myself that is so weird to hear - here its the complete opposite. ppl come by and admire the car and are intrested in the history of it and so on - maybe its just a german thing bc. everyone knows a porsche and they are way more comon around here then in the US I guess. Might be the other way around if you dive an old Mustang around here - but never seen someone trying to scare someone by driving into the opposite road site bc of envy or whatever..
Anyways - awesome video and hope it won't affact ur attiude to ur cars and the fun you have driving it.
It's a sad reflection of modern society and true wherever you are to a greater or lesser extent. It encourages me to look for anonymity in cars which is a pity. The US has/had a reputation that people respect and admire quality cars as an aspirational society - "I want one of those some day".
This is true I daily drive a 987.2 S it’s worth a lot more and it’s not red ..I try to be nice about it but still
These are dime a dozen here in the SF Bay Area, nobody will notice it unless it is a Ferrari or Mclaren or Lambo.
So true! No matter how far away I park my Cayman from other cars, it’s always surrounded by POS cars when I come out of the supermarket
Good advice all around
The negative side of owning a hooker red (i call it midlifecrisis red) porsche... I've been going 5 under the speedlimit and old guy red in the face with anger telling me to slow down, in a parking: last parking spot furthest away idiots parking next to me, I've had people (2times) yell at me in parking lots after starting my car just starting to pull out of a spot, maybe going a couple kms an hour, no other cars in the way... good side: had kids ask to sit in it, people stop and admire, pictures taken, people asking questions etc.. you get a bit of both driving these things
Totally get you even though I live in NZ. Its a shame but fact as you say. I also have a BMW and will careful of that also. My old Holden Barina worth a grand I have no worries with at all and use for work everyday.
Friends only? Think you meant fans only 😂 jk. Thanks for the good info brotha!
Well said!!
At 3:15 what the hell is going on in America. I literally never experienced this in Europe ever in my life
If you asked the average person what year they think the cayman is, what do you think they’d say?
2017
great video.
Another great vid Nathan , ‘hooker red’ love it.
Love your 987.1 in Guards Red and Lobster Claw Rims. I drive mine every day, do my own work on it. It's the best Porsche to own not the 911. I used to consult in smaller towns, and drove my car everywhere. The Cayman is a Rock Star. People love to ask questions about it and take pictures. The BEST part is that I 'share' the car. I let people be hands on and ask questions. I feel REALLY REALLY bad for your channel though. As long as the car has religious 3-5k oil changes the 987 is pretty reliable. Not sure reliable cars are great for content. Get ready for the forum jockeys making dumb comments because they've never owned the car. (I love your BMW channel BTW)
I live in Italy. I have a red mustang. I can confirm everything you've just pointed. Also own a cayenne and a 5 series, but don't have the same problem with those. I guess you hit the nail : shiny different things attract stupid people.
i thought i was the only one who noticed that everyone likes to park near my porsche. ive always parked it as far as hell.#salute
It's because it's safe. If the thief is there, he/she'll choose the porsche and leave the other car alone :). just a thought.
People swerve unintentionally because they're looking at it and drive where they're looking
The theft and violence points really made me reconsider if I could get one of these.
Again, you are SO right! The haters are the idiots that are losers! Always keep yourself ARMED! Take care of you and your Family!!
Funny! I always say if I parked on the moon, someone would park next to me!
Same feeling with my Maserati