I Took My 1992 Porsche 968 To Scotland! - My One Year Ownership Update
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 23 ก.ค. 2022
- In today's video, an update on my 1992 Porsche 968. Originally the dealership demo for Porsche Reading, this car was a demonstrator for them and also used by Porsche GB for events. Now it is in my ownership, and I've been enjoying a slice of classic Porsche - including a trip to unusually sunny Scotland!
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Gorgeous car, and great condition. Probably too nice to change anything apart from wheels and brakes. Sensible upgrades while keeping it as standard looking at possible. But at the end of the day, it is your car, so how you enjoy it is fully your choice. 🙂 Updates on individual cars like this is great.
Exactly what he said! Brakes and wheels, I’d leave body mods, poss the Porsche MO30 (I think ) pack
Yeah, standard apart from brakes, cos safety a bit more important than standardness.
Individual updates for me please. Nice 968 and an interesting update. Cheers!
Individual updates 👍 Agree with keeping it authentic / unmodified, perfect as it is in classic style
I still miss my 968, a much underrated Porsche. I also would advise you to keep it stock, as having seen it in the metal at The Rhynd a few weeks back, I'd say it is much too good an example to modify. In my experience, Porsches of this vintage don't always take kindly to things like bigger wheels and tyres. Lovely car James, enjoy!
Love the Transaxles. The 968 and 944…
Agree. Keep it original and don't be tempted to fit bigger wheels. A good set of Michelin PS2 will suit the car much better. Michelin is now selling PS2 again on his catalogue for classic cars, they are not too expensive.
Solve the problem with the brakes.
Find who manufactured the originals, probably Ate, and buy a set of discs and pads from them. Avoid ceramic pads, they tend overheat in this smallish brakes. Don't be tempted to go with slotted and/or drilled discs, you will create a problem while solving another that didn't exist.
Hi James, answering your question: I like the more in depth videos
Keep up the good work!
I respect you wanting to keep it as it is, too few around, great backstory, and so clean. I like the more in depth vids on your fleet, theres more of a connection with ones we have seen over time.
Hi James, I own a 968 from the same year too, 215,000 miles and counting!.. I would keep it standard, I put bigger wheels on mine (17”) and it is louder on them for it, and more expensive tyres too! Your brakes have probably got Plate lift, a common problem with the alloy Brembo units fitted to the 968, which can cause poor braking results. Worth getting that checked. Because they are very good when working 100%. Mine is in the rare Rubystone Red colour, only used on the 1992 model year.
Hi Jay! The 968 has the same brakes as 944 turbo and S2. The Turbo S has slightly bigger brakes in the front (bigger brake callipers and thicker and slightly larger diameter disks for better head dissipation), however, the same in the rear. But generally with good brake pads even the standard brakes are totally fine, although you need to press the brake pedal harder than in modern cars. I had 944 turbo with stack brakes (before I upgraded to Turbo S ones) and even with modifications made to the car (around 300hp, suspension, massive semi slick tires) they did not cause any overheating issues on racetracks (with upgraded pads and racing brake fluid). For street good pads will be more than enough - Porsches generally come with good brakes already from the factory.
I owned a 968 cab, not particularly quick, but tremendous fun to drive because it was so well balanced.
Individual updates please and thanks for this one which I have been waiting for! I would address the faults you have found, fit cup 1 wheels, modern rubber and uprated brakes, remove side protection mouldings and then add air con. The only aero kit I would consider would be the Turbo S front and rear spoilers but not really necessary. Leave the headlights as is - they are part of its classic charm! In short - sympathetic mods...
Group update for me, because it’s great to see the whole fleet together, but it’s also nice to see an update on specific cars too, but that can still be done separately to a group update.
Keep the 964 as it is and spend the money on making it as good as it can be.
Hi Jay, the upper (third line/marking in the cluster) in the engine coolant cluster is 100C and it is totally fine if it moves like that (and it can happen relatively fast. Prom factory it should have 82C thermostat, that is fully open at around 90C, so the temperature generally will not go lowest. There is two “speed” thermo switch (95 and 102C) for the radiator fan and one the second temperature threshold (102C) is reached (this is the third last line, before the red “zone)”, it will cool down the radiator temp (it is located there) rather quickly. So most probably everything is working as intended. If you do not drive in winter and would like to have the temps around 80 (second mark in the cluster) while cruising outside city, you can install low temp thermostat rated at 71C (not available originally, but still popular upgrade), and it is fully open at 80C, so unless it is very hot or you are in slow traffic, the radiators temperature will stay at 80C.
Great video. I hope you can keep this car as stock as is reasonably possible. I enjoy the individual updates when there is big news, but think that touching base every few months on the fleet would be great. I love hearing about what going on with each car.
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Thanks James as a huge fan of the 968 been waiting for this video for a while, so THANKYOU. These cars look so much better in real life, proper muscle cars. If I purchased one I would probably put the Porsche classic radio in, and maybe update the speakers, new gear lever and gator. I had thought about covering the dash in race tex, but having sat in one with the same gray interior I didn’t think it was necessary as the dash is so small anyway and looks fine. I’m told the headlights are quite poor at night do you agree and if so that would make quite a nice video seeing these get installed. I still think these cars look modern and would love to have one to look at on the drive, and take through the Surrey hills to club meets. Thanks again love the channel.
James, I love the in-depth videos and especially how you did this one by sprinkling in updates on the others in your fleet. Sort of the best of both worlds.
On replacement 4 seaters…what about an older Panamera? I don’t think you have mentioned one but it seems like it would check many of your boxes!
Thank you for the content and videos, they are truly a highlight to my day!
Individual updates, it's great to see all the details of each car up close on the b-roll shots. Plus more time for you to tell us each car's personality.
Love 968's and the transaxle Porsche's in general. I feel like they definitely get less coverage than other models. Always glad to see a video with one.
Classic grey CS wheel is a bit of a rare gem! Had one in my 944 S2 that I unfortunately crashed a couple of years a go.
Regarding changes/upgrades to the car: Be careful with bigger wheels. Everything above 17" makes the ride quite harsh and make the car feel a bit more sluggish - and even 17" are a little less agile. 16" is really the sweet spot for the transaxles: Ride is good and still decent amount of tires to chose from.
3 monthly fleet updates AND individual videos please 👌👌👌
Hi James, I prefer individual in depth video updates as and when you have interesting content to share with us. I like your warts and all approach to your reviews , and brings to us the driving or ownership experience. Looking forward to your next one!
Great video as always. Have been thinking of a 928 - good to see you using the Porsche as a daily
Love the content on this car, and I completely agree with the dilemma of to modify such a great example or appreciate what it is! I would tend to go for the latter.
Also the update by car would be much better to get a better understanding of your thoughts on each car. Thanks for the great content!
Lovely car, always was a big fan of the 968. I've been dreaming with one of those in ClubSport spec for quite a while. Now, if you allow me to give a opinion about the stereo upgrade: Instead of the Classic Porsche Navigation System, I would go for the modern version of the classic Blaupunkt Bremen, the SQR 46 DAB. You have all the modern features like Bluetooth, USB and DAB in a classic look more suitable to the interior of that Porsche. You don't get the screen, but who needs one? If you really need Google Maps (is it really that important?), just use your smartphone on the car vent clip. Those are my 2 cents. Lovely car once again. Enjoy it
Exactly: Bremen with Bluetooth - fits even better than the Porsche ones and is cheaper to buy…
The Bremen was my first choice of stereo
Like many others, +1 for in depth reports on individual cars. I respect your thinking about originality with the Porsce 968, but I say do the mods. The bigger wheels/brakes, stereo, quality refresh and so on makes sense. And the headlight upgrade is something I always thought looked amazing on these. I love your taste in cars, and I love your content. Thank you!😃💪btw, please keep the 550 Maranello forever, so I can enjoy watching you living with my dream car haha.
Another fun video! I do like the full episode revolving around a single car instead of a multi-car mash-up. Also, it is a beautiful car with a little bit of history. If it were me, the car would be kept as close to stock as possible.
Hi Jay. Loved the porsche update. Its a lovely car. To answer your question I would like a video on individual cars and how you are getting on with them. Fantastic content as always.
I agree with keeping it as original as possible. I also like the idea of making it a more used car, if not an almost-daily driver. As you say, it is modern enough for some piece of mind and old enough offer classic car joy for you and those who see you.
I’d love to see more in depth videos of your fleet as opposed to brief reviews, as well as updates as each progresses with repairs, updates, etc.
Hey Jay, great to see quality content on the 968. I have a Cab, though it’s Tiptronic and I certainly don’t achieve 35mpg! They’re fantastic cars, increasingly rare and strangely ignored. I hope you find a way to keep it - we need high profile advocates. Also, when you’ve fitted the new infotainment system let us know how it goes as it’s the one upgrade I’m considering.
Yet another great, very informative video! I really like the idea of you doing individual videos of your fleet. It's always interesting to me to understand why you choose certain vehicles over others. The way you explain your reasoning, the details of the car of your choice vs other similar vehicles, is fascinating to me. Keep up the great work and am looking forward to the next one! 😁
Individual updates plus the odd over view every few months sounds best of both worlds to be fair..
Hello James. Excellent video on the 968. I really appreciate your individual in depth reviews.
Thanks Christopher!
To your question at the beginning of the video.
I would like the second option. There is too much 'general info' but not enough detail info you can learn from.
A mix of both group and individual updates would be my preference! I agree this car is too nice to modify. As time passes, it’s truly special to see a classic in that shape cruising down the roads
Omg JayEmm the 968 looks better over time, now i wish.
Love the individual car update idea. Just means we get more amazing content plus lots more nitty gritty detail
Always enjoy listening to you. Impressive delivery as always.
Thanks J, good to see the car used as intended!
Ref your 'Fleet' few months updates please, then you can tailor the vid to the progress on each car, as some may not have changed. If you do a lot of work on one & get it back on the road, then that can be a separate vid. 🙏
Hi James, my feedback on your fleet. I watch your content for cars that interest me, in my price range, I like how you talk about their history, and other interesting bits and bobs about them. In fact, my favorite cars you review are the Jags, you do them so well, the S Type R, the XFR etc, your reviews and videos on them are great.
TBH I'll never be able to afford a Ferrari 430, F12 etc, so I might watch one or two of the videos about them but I'm not going to watch many. Not sure if my comment will help, but I thought I'd share it anyway.
On the topic of modifying it, I'm just not a fan of any modified cars. Keep it classly, keep it OEM.
Thanks James for a great video as always. I prefer the videos focusing on a single garage car and it’s updates. I think you need something less precious to ‘personalize’ . The 968 seems to be a piece of auto history worth preserving
Good point about temperature gauges on modern cars. I was told by a technician that on many modern cars temperature gauges were fiddled to nearly always show normal as the vast majority of drivers couldn't deal with the scary (for them) deal that temperature would actually vary depending on what the car was doing.
Hi James, I had a 968 in that colour combination around 20 years ago. Mine was the standard car also. No doubt they are a very fine, rapid and well designed car but I found it to be strangely soulless and so replaced it with a Fiat Coupe 20VT. Needless to say, I fell in love with that.
Great video as ever. Thank you.
Great video Jayem. I find the 968 quite fascinating. I hope you will hang on to it and keep it as original as possible...
If I can, I will
I was sad when you sold the 944T, happy when you got this 968. I'd love you to keep it as for me front engined Porsches are unsung under appreciated heroes and always enjoy watching content on them
Definitely full videos on each car - no two minute dip in dip out updates.
Keep the 968 as stock as possible without losing the enjoyment of driving it. Sold my 2006 Cayman S earlier this year after 12 years of ownership - fully cosseted on the mechanical side, nothing changed from factory build whatsoever. for aesthetics.
Exactly right Jay- it's indeed GORGEOUS! Well done!
Thank you for this content. I have a 968 cab. Keep, restore and enjoy!
I have a midnight blue 968 that I love. I've had 4 up and it's ok for short journeys. The boot is superb for a sports car. Great to see you liking it. I only use Shell V-Power. 700km on a tank is what mine manages. I LOVE the clock (and my Airco). My brakes are just about average and need a fair amount of pressure, so agree..
Keep it is my advice! I also need a sensible car, but won't sell my 968.
Great video, nice roads ☺️
I see you did leave it in Scotland since it joined 40 other Porsche including my 968CS for a drive around Glenshee and Braemar a few weeks ago !
I really prefer you speaking about each car on their own. It gives you time to go deeper into specific changes for every car.
Nice to see you enjoying a Porsche up in my home Scotland. Funnily enough I was thinking about one of your older vids the other day where you went over he pros and cons of a base 2.5 Boxster which was big part in me deciding to get one last year and absolutely love it :)
Great cars!
If I had to choose between a full fleet update or individual car updates I would choose individual. However I would suggest there is room for both…I love hear about trials and tribulations of running a fleet so the more the merrier as far as I’m concerned
I had a 968 convertible back in 1998,it was a 92 K plate,loved it,great sound even from a 4 cylinder.
Nice to see you on the Crow road. Commuted over that road for 10 years, it's great fun.
Definitely enjoyed the content on this 968. I had a 944S2 when I was 21 and absolutely adored it. I've wanted to get back into a really good example of transaxle Porsche got a while; ideally a 968. They're a beautiful car and your example is a cracker... So good that it deserves to be kept near-original I reckon. Don't let it go! 🙏
Seems from the comments I’ve read there’s a consensus of opinion and I’m with them; keep the Porsche stock as it’s a great example and the detailed individual updates are appreciated. You could follow those with a yearly round up perhaps? Great channel Jay, there’s little to touch it for diversity of content and the quality of visuals, sound and commentary. Well done Sir.
I personally find this car to be so beautiful. almost like a mix of a 928 and a 944. Very well put together
I like the individual car segment idea jay it's good content, also pleeeeasee don't get rid it's a beautiful car quite different and quirky as always great vids keepem coming mate✌️👍😎
Hi James. Thanks for your videos. I especially like all the Porsche videos since I have a lifetime appreciation of them. Apologies if someone else already made this suggestion, but you might consider the Rennbay Wilwood brake upgrade kit as an option. They fit under the OEM wheels but provide great stopping power, especially with aggressive pads. You keep the OEM rotors, and swap in the upgrade front calipers (the OEM rear calipers and all four rotors stay). Cheers.
Single detailed but still concise videos on each car I think is the best for you too. Like when you sold the Lambo, the title was straightforward and catchy and the video went well.
In general I think in some videos you could shout your concise verdict in the title or the thumbnail and then the video will explain in detail
Lovely car James
Great that Porsche support their older cars regarding parts and modern upgrades 😀one of the reasons why I sold my B5 RS4 was due to parts being NLA !
Love you in depth content after watching this show I'm going to look around for a 968 thanks 😊
Love the video! My preference is individual updates on each car. With regard to your predicament - I would get the BX fixed as my four door daily and keep it a tad longer than planned.
Hi James, I also had a 92 968 for 15 years. I agree with the comments, changing wheels, tires, radio ok. Headlights keep original. Bigger brakes - think about the M030 option, bigger brakes and sway bars. The bigger sway bars make a nice handling difference. You also may consider stainless steel brake lines to improve the brake feel. A front strut brace can also help handling. My suggestions are suggestions, in the end it's your car. Have fun with the car. I also like the individual car update, more info on the cars.
This is great! Quite the collection in the making.
I quite like the overview updates, as opposed to an entire video on one thing I'm not necessarily interested in. Incidentally, I love the Porsche 968, and would love to see more content on it if you keep it. Not particularly interested in the Ferraris though, so a bit less of them and a bit more of other stuff would be my preference. I particularly like road tests on classic 70s, 80s & 90s fare, so as many of those as you can stand would be great. Love the videos though, regardless of subject 👍
If I can do more older stuff I will
I think your spot on not modifying that car because it’s so well put together. As a person who has three classic Porsches, one of which is not modified, two of which are… I feel your pain. As for your forecedar I seem to remember you reviewing an E39 M5. That car certainly would be a four person run about, it’s not very large, with a manual transmission it’s pretty darn sporty and fun. Personally I believe they are also a classic car in the van if you’re 968. And it is an M car. Tick a lot of boxes. Just a thought.
Nice video. Id say leave the car with the Porsche Scotland Team and they can install the radio unit and do content on it. When it comes to videos a fleet update would be nicer and a longer if and when it is needed.
Since this car is so nice I’d pass it on to a collector or someone that would appreciate it and modify the practical sedan.
Looking forward to the next video. Keep up the good work.
I like the in depth review on individual cars, you could still make a short round up video.
As appears to be the general opinion as the car is a stunning original any bolt on bolt off items fit to your taste otherwise I wouldn’t change anything.
As always though it is your car so you can do as you like, keep up the great work.
It looks amazing, keep it as it is. Or if you do modifications, fit better brakes (and perhaps 968CS-style wheels) and remove the side guard stripe. Otherwise, I'd love to see more contents on 968, they're pretty hard to come by.
Great video. I prefer updates on specific cars, going into more detail, like this one. Stay safe!
I've always loved the 968. I remember when they were new to market. It gave me a "mini 928" vibe with the headlights and taillights borrowed from its bigger brother. As soon as it was seen on the roads, it vanished just as quickly. Therefore, it really is a rare car. Yours is a beautiful survivor, Jay. Make sure to replace that missing valve stem cap on your tire. ✌🏻🇺🇸
I have recently acquired a lexus LS430 myself as my sort of "practical" car and I would highly advise getting one, so smooth, comfy, refined, effortless and well equipped. And to top it all off a lovely V8 engine and a 0-60 time of about 6.5 secs, I absolutely love mine!
Individual updates please and thank you. I’m across the pond from you so appreciate the videos.
Great video. My preference is longer car specific, fleet updates. I had a 1994 968CS from 2003 to 2005. Probably didn't realise how great the handling was until I'd replaced it. Mind you boy did that car rattle and with 75k on clock it already felt like an old car in 2003! Put it on a smooth road though and it felt amazing. Personally I would keep yours standard, except getting brakes sorted, it looks great as it is.. Keep it, you'll regret selling it!
Really love the 968 and your review has helped make my mind up about adding one to my collection. You have a great example and I’m not sure modding it is the right way to go as these cars are going to be iconic very soon.
I also own a 92 Cobalt blue 968. They are wonderful cars, I think you are spot on with your comments. As far as the 993 headlights, that can't be done into the existing fenders, the lights will be pointing up in the sky. Much better off to just keep the pop-ups, it's part of the charm of the car. As far as a reasonable four seat car, the better answer would be to sell one or both of the Ferraris, seems like anything that happens to those results in insane expenditures to repair. For wheel upgrades on the 968, if you could get original Cup 1 17" rims, that would be the best way to go.
Bloody lovely interior. That steering wheel is glorious. Fleet updates are fine as they are.
This is one beautiful example you have, great video. 👍
I like the individual more detailed updates! About the porsche: I would not change the looks of the car but i would do some technical tweeks: coilovers, antirollbars, new wheels(bigger diameter but original porsche wheels from the 90’s if you can find some that will fit. I would also advice you to buy an integra or celica t-sport and to start tuning one of those. It’s really nice to drive them fast and they are also small so less terrifying moments :) And if I am correct you don’t have a fast frontwheeldrive car in your fleet :) I love your video’s, thanks for the nice and interesting footage!
Keep it stock for reasons stated might be worth more in the future on that basis. I had a 968CS 27 years ago yellow with same colour wheels was a head turned back then as it would be now and miss it for the reasons you also stated, hope you keep it and enjoy it more with content
My 2 pence. Keep it standard James, it’ll see you right long term.
Regarding the update videos. Having individual videos per car is great! Allows you to share details that you might not be able to if you grouped them all together.
When I first bought my 968 it had an overheating problem. It would run low on antifreeze and it took me a while to find out that it was a very small crack in the plastic radiator connection. It still would get hot after the repair and it turned out all I needed to do was to bleed the air out of the system. Also you have a very sought after coupe, keep it original enjoy driving a car few people will ever see.
Beautiful Porsche!id keep it stock and just address or update the brakes and add bigger wheels that look as close to OE as possible. For fleet updates I’ll vote for the individual more detailed approach. Another fine video; keeps up the great work 👏🏻👍🏻
More specific and detailed, keep doing what you’re doing! 👍
Love the 924 / 944 / 968 family! Dedicated car video please, maybe modern classic ear trip vlogs?
Hi James. A great purchase as values are definitely on the up for these (just look at Bringatrailer US prices!).
Re the mods, 993 headlights wont fit without grafting the front half of a 993 wing to the 968 wing or you will be illuminating the international space station. Interestingly, the 968CS was supposed to have fixed headlights similar to a 959 but they couldn't get them to work well with the lower sloped wing. I suspect the brakes either have sticky pistons on the plates are lifting so I would speak to Chris at PIE as they should be better than that. I would be very tempted with a set of cup1 or cup2 alloys. I did sell a set of 968 cup1s last year to someone near you (who i am pretty sure still has them spare) although cup2s will be half the price but not model year correct for a K plate (they are sept93 onwards). However, either will massively improve the look/stance of the car and combined with some CS front springs would be about as far as I would take it. The temp gauge flicking about is probably dirty brass pins on the back of the cluster or a dirty earth. Chris can point you in my direction if you want any more info. Jake
Individual reports/updates per model would interest me most. Such as this 968 vid; very nice.
Driving a beautiful blue Porsche under beautiful blue skies. Fantastic.
I rented a 968 once for a day and found that it felt a bit clunky at first. The controls are HEAVY and the ride is busy at low speed. Once on a backroad though, it all starts to make sense. Amazing handling and feedback.
yup. exactly. This car is made for back roads. If you are going to drive it around town, it ill disappoint. I've got a 92 Couple with the 6 speed. All stock.
Brakes and Wheel/Tyres Jay. Thats it.
Reversible, and you can safely store the OEM Wheels and calipers away.
Hi JayEmm!
Please leave the Porsche as original as possible! Thank you for all the great content!
I have a 968, it's the only one in the Dominican Republic where I live. Mine is a cabriolet. They are such underrated cars and show that graceful evolution from the lowly 924, 944, 944 Turbo, 944 S2 up to the 968. With only around 14,000 ever made, I would consider keeping it standard, or at least do mods that can be unbolted. You are right about calling it a 'Classic". I like the way the Germans use the additional classification of "Young-timer". If you see how much an original, good condition 968 fetches in Germany, you won't want to modify it. I would invest in some control arm bushings, strut bearings, roll bar links and a brake service. It will transform the car. The standard brakes on the 968 are plenty powerful. Sounds like yours needs looking at. The temp sensor could be just a dodgy connection. Give it clean with WD40, it may do the trick.
That car is a keeper, it's only going to appeciate in value. The Scottish coutryside is beautiful. Enjoyed the video.
It is a very nice car, and I think it's best you keep it.
This is my kind of era as because in 1992 I graduated University and got my first professional job.
Well every 3 monthes is a great idea because new viewers keep coming in, plus us regulars are updated💡
If the main thing holding you back from keeping it and enjoying it is the decision to mod it. Then mod it!
993 headlights, TRS wing, rims and big brake kit. This car would be awesome! Not to mention keeping the car on your channel and giving it a platform is doing it a much better service compared to selling it to never be seen again.
A bit of an underrated car. I remember the review of it on old Top Gear with the infamous "tall one". I suppose it's still overshadowed by the great Porsche 944. It's the appeal of powerful front engine, rear mounted manual gearbox, rear wheel drive and thus great driving experience.
I'd like to see a full Fleet update i.e. costs, reliability, Issues with each car , Great choice of car & the love the originality of it & it looks amazing as it is !, by another Luxo Barge ! Infact your actual S500 was for sale on Autotrader recently .
James another Brilliant video !
I'm all for periodical updates but concise videos are the best..
James. No mods save for the brakes and above all no regrets. (Try changing the pads. Green stuff brought a massive improvement to my project car) Its a beautiful example and has long been on my short list. But I know that it will not accomodate my 6'5 frame. Bugger. Best wishes from the Black Forest, Mike.