9WERKS Radio : The Porsche and Car Podcast

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: hello@9werks.co.uk

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.
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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
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How did a twin-turbocharged, 1,067hp air-cooled Porsche homage conquer the iconic Goodwood hillclimb? In this exclusive episode of 9WERKS Radio, we sit down with Peter Nam, CEO of Guntherwerks, to pull back the curtain on one of the most remarkable achievements in modern automotive engineering.

Fresh off their sensational victory at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, where the wild Guntherwerks F-26 clocked a staggering 50.41-second run to claim the overall fastest time for a road-legal car, Peter joins Lee and Andy to break down every second of that historic hillclimb pass.

From the engineering behind the 935 Slantnose-inspired carbon-fiber body and Rothsport-developed 4.0-litre twin-turbo flat-six to the high-stakes pressure of taking on the world’s elite supercars at Goodwood, Peter gives us the raw, unfiltered story from inside the pit garage.

But that’s not all. In this world-exclusive interview, Peter reveals what the future holds for Guntherwerks over the next 12 months, including:

The Goodwood Debrief: How the 1,067hp F-26 dominated the 2026 Timed Shootout.
Engineering the Impossible: Blending air-cooled Mezger heritage with modern active suspension and carbon technology.
Exclusive Product Reveals: What new models are currently behind closed doors in Huntington Beach.
UK Expansion & New Partner Announcement: Guntherwerks’ major new UK partner and plans for right-hand-drive customer deliveries.

Whether you're obsessed with high-end restomods, air-cooled performance, or the business behind boutique supercar manufacturing, this is a must-listen interview.

LINKS & RESOURCES
Explore the Marketplace:
9WERKS Marketplace: Check out the full range of verified Porsche 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, ensuring factory-perfect structural repair, bodywork, and detailing: 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, accessories, and enthusiast goods: https://shop.9werks.co.uk/
The 9WERKS Collective: Access our dedicated discussion forum, exclusive member events, and community benefits: https://9werks.co.uk/join/
Official Website: 9werks.co.uk
Follow Us on Instagram: @9.werks / @9werks_lee /@993andy

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If you had to convince a bank manager to lend you the money for a depreciating sports car, what would your ultimate pitch be? Today, we’re putting our money where our mouth is.

In this episode of 9WERKS Radio, your hosts are joined by special guest panelist Saquib from the DNHC (Driven Not Hidden Collective) for a high-stakes, highly speculative game. We are scanning the virtual showroom of the 9WERKS Marketplace to answer the ultimate question: Which Porsches are actually going up in value right now?

The rules of the game are simple. One of us chooses a car currently listed on the marketplace and pitches it to the other two, who are acting as strict, risk-averse bank managers. To win the funding, the pitch has to be flawless. Is the car a guaranteed future classic, or is it a financial money pit? Would a bank actually release the funds in real life?
From overlooked water-cooled gems to air-cooled icons hitting a market sweet spot, we debate the numbers, the data, and the emotional triggers that drive Porsche values.

In this episode, we discuss:

The Bank Manager Challenge: Pitching real cars from the 9WERKS Marketplace.
Porsche Market Trends: What is driving values up (or down) right now?
Future Classic Predictions: The specific models we think are set to climb.
Investment vs. Enjoyment: Can you buy a Porsche to drive and make a profit?

Drop your investment picks in the comments—which car would you pitch to the bank?
Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

LINKS & RESOURCES
Explore the Marketplace:

9WERKS Marketplace: Think you can spot a better investment? Browse verified community and specialist listings to find your next Porsche: Explore the 9WERKS Marketplace

Support Our Partners & Sponsors:

Shorade UK (Official Partner): Whether you're protecting a future classic or restoring an investment, Shorade sets the absolute industry standard for factory-perfect structural repair, bodywork, and detailing as an official Porsche Recommended Repairer: Visit Shorade UK
Heritage Parts Centre: Keeping your investment mechanically flawless is paramount to preserving its value. From service essentials to deep upgrades, Heritage is the enthusiast's choice. Get 10% off your next order with code '9WERKS10' at checkout! Visit Heritage Parts Centre

Shop & Join the 9WERKS Community:

9WERKS Shop: Upgrade your wardrobe and garage space with our curated collection of premium apparel, accessories, and enthusiast goods: Browse the 9WERKS Shop
The 9WERKS Collective: Access our dedicated discussion forum, exclusive member events, and community benefits: Join Here
Official Website: 9werks.co.uk
Follow Us on Instagram: @9.werks / @9werks_lee / @993andy
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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

Support the show