9WERKS Radio : The Porsche and Car Podcast
‘9WERKS Radio’ @9werks.radio is your dedicated Porsche and car podcast, taking you closer than ever to the world’s finest sports cars and the culture and history behind them.
The show is brought to you by 9werks.co.uk, the innovative online platform for Porsche enthusiasts. Hosted by Porsche Journalist Lee Sibley @9werks_lee, 911 owner and engineer Andy Brookes @993andy and obsessive Porsche enthusiast & magazine junkie Max Newman @maxripcor, with special input from friends and experts around the industry, including you, our valued listeners.
9WERKS Radio : The Porsche and Car Podcast
Air-Cooled Porsche Masterclass: Buying & Ownership Secrets with Adrian Crawford
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Thinking about taking the plunge into air-cooled Porsche ownership, or looking to keep your classic flat-six in pristine health?
In this special seminar edition of 9WERKS Radio, Lee Sibley and Andy Brookes host an absolute masterclass dedicated entirely to the legendary air-cooled era. To guide us through the minefield of buying, inspecting, and maintaining these icons, we are joined by a true industry titan: Adrian Crawford, founder of independent Porsche specialists Williams Crawford.
With over 35 years of hands-on experience dealing with everything from early 356s to the final air-cooled 993s, Adrian pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to own a classic Porsche. This isn't just a discussion about appreciation curves; it's a deep-dive technical seminar designed to arm you with expert knowledge and save you thousands in the workshop.
In this seminar, we break down:
The Inspection Checklist:
- The critical, hidden trouble-spots people miss when viewing a classic 911 (and what to never ignore).
Restoration Realities:
- When does a "minor project" cross the line into a full-scale financial nightmare?
The Market Alignment:
- Where is the smart money moving? Adrian shares his thoughts on current value sweet-spots.
Bespoke vs. Pure: The shifting trends between factory-original preservation and custom, backdated modifications.
Whether you're a seasoned air-cooled purist or a modern water-cooled driver dreaming of that analog ignition, this episode is your definitive playbook.
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