9WERKS Radio : The Porsche and Car Podcast

Lee and Andy are in Zell am See, Austria – the spiritual home of the Porsche story – for an unprecedented meeting with Mark Porsche, son of legendary 911 designer F.A. Porsche.

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Welcome to a huge milestone—Episode 200 of 9WERKS Radio!

How do you finance a Porsche in today’s economic climate, and is financing still the smartest route into your dream 911? In this series finale of 9WERKS Radio, we sit down with Chris from Sussex Asset Finance to get the ultimate insider’s guide on Porsche finance, market trends, and practical ways to fund your next sports car. We are also joined by Chris Longmore from Drive to showcase the SpeedCase—an ingenious new storage solution engineered specifically for the Porsche 911 (996 and 997 generations), now available on the official 9WERKS Shop. Finally, we wrap up the series with a classic DNHC Carnundrum from our community. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Porsche Financing Explained: How asset finance works for sports cars, how smooth the application process is, and the pros vs. cons of financing a modern or classic Porsche. Current Automotive Market Realities: The key financial challenges facing the Porsche market today and how buyers can navigate them. The Drive SpeedCase Launch: How this innovative storage product upgrades cabin practicality for Porsche 996 and 997 owners. DNHC Series Finale Carnundrum: A real-world Porsche buying dilemma from a Drive Not Hide Collective member. Frequently Asked Questions Covered: Can you finance modern classic Porsches like the 996 and 997? Yes, specialist automotive lenders like Sussex Asset Finance structure bespoke asset finance packages for both modern classics and modern Porsche sports cars. https://www.sussexassetfinance.co.uk/ Where can I buy the Drive SpeedCase? The SpeedCase storage unit for 996 and 997 models is available directly via the 9WERKS online shop: https://shop.9werks.co.uk/products/drive-speedcases-for-996-997 LINKS & RESOURCES Episode Guests & Featured Products: Sussex Asset Finance: Explore specialist Porsche financing options at sussexassetfinance.co.uk Drive SpeedCase: Buy the innovative 996 & 997 SpeedCase cabin storage system at the 9WERKS Shop 9WERKS Marketplace: Browse verified, quality Porsche listings at 9werks.co.uk/porschemarketplace 9WERKS Radio Partners & Sponsors: Heritage Parts Centre: Proud founding partner of 9WERKS Radio. Use discount code 9WERKS10 for 10% off your next parts order at heritagepartscentre.com Shorade UK: Official body repair partner and Porsche Recommended Repairer. Visit shorade.co.uk Garage Therapy: Professional detailing and car care products available via the 9WERKS Shop Connect With 9WERKS: Join The 9WERKS Collective: 9werks.co.uk/join Instagram: @9.werks / @9werks_lee / @9werks_andy General Enquiries: [email protected] Explore the 9WERKS Shop for the Drive SpeedCase, and subscribe to 9WERKS Radio on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube for more Porsche stories, advice, and industry insights. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

60 years ago, Porsche fundamentally changed the sports car benchmark by affixing a single, iconic letter to the back of the 911: "S". To celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the Porsche 911S (1966–2026), Lee and Andy embark on a comprehensive deep-dive into the history, engineering, and cultural impact of Porsche’s quintessential performance model. From its humble origins as a 160hp high-revving 2.0-litre screamer to today’s twin-turbocharged 992 Carrera S, we trace the complete timeline of the badge that defined everyday supercar usability. Has the significance of the "S" badge diminished in an era dominated by GT3s, Turbos, and GTS models, or does the Carrera S remain the absolute sweet spot of the 911 lineup? Special Guest Expert Panel: The Air-Cooled Era: Adrian Crawford from Williams Crawford Passion for Porsche joins us to break down the golden age of air-cooled 911S models—from the original F-Model 2.0S, 2.2S, and 2.4S through to the iconic Carrera 2.7S and 2.8 RSR heritage. The Water-Cooled Era: Jason from Porsche Centre Bournemouth steps in to guide us through the modern generation transition—evaluating the 996.2 Carrera S, 997.1/997.2, 991, and current 992 Carrera S to explain how Porsche dealership customers view the "S" badge today. QUICK FAQ: 60 YEARS OF THE PORSCHE 911S Q: When was the first Porsche 911S introduced? A: The Porsche 911S was first introduced in 1966 for the 1967 model year as the first high-performance derivative of the original 911, producing 160 hp from its 2.0-litre air-cooled flat-six engine. Q: What does the "S" stand for in Porsche 911S? A: The "S" in Porsche 911S stands for "Sport." It designated upgraded engine performance, enhanced chassis components, vented disc brakes, and iconic Fuchs alloy wheels. Q: What is the difference between a Porsche Carrera and Carrera S? A: Historically and in modern water-cooled generations (997, 991, 992), the Carrera S offers larger engine displacement/higher horsepower, upgraded brakes, wider track/wheels, standard PASM (Porsche Active Suspension Management), and sportier chassis tuning compared to the base Carrera. LINKS & RESOURCES Explore the Marketplace: 9WERKS Marketplace: Check out verified Porsche 911 listings available right now: https://9werks.co.uk/porschemarketplace/ Support Our Partners & Sponsors: Shorade UK (Official Partner): Premier body repair partner and official Porsche Recommended Repairer: https://www.shorade.co.uk/ Heritage Parts Centre: Keeping your modern classic or air-cooled Porsche mechanically flawless. Get 10% off your next parts order with code '9WERKS10' at checkout: https://www.heritagepartscentre.com/uk/ Shop & Join the 9WERKS Community: 9WERKS Shop: Upgrade your wardrobe with our curated collection of premium apparel and goods: https://shop.9werks.co.uk/ The 9WERKS Collective: Access our dedicated discussion forum and exclusive events: https://9werks.co.uk/join/ Official Website: 9werks.co.uk Follow Us on Instagram: @9.werks / @9werks_lee / @9werks_andy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.