1957 Porsche Speedster - $600k Wilhoit For REAL Enthusiasts Only (POV Binaural Audio)

Thanks to Bond Group for throwing the keys to this $600,000 1957 Porsche 356 Speedster. But this Speedy has been upgraded with a hot rod 2.2L Wilhoit Engine. Now it has more than double the original power with about 154hp. Let's take a cold drive through New England with the top down (of course) and see if it's worth the price!
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[@TedwardDrives]

You can find Speedsters in a broad spectrum of condition. But If you want a car with incredible history, original parts AND a fully built hot rod powertrain from Wilhoit you'd be looking at $600,000. And it's worth every bit of it. Thanks to Bond Group for this rare drive

[@jehl1963]

I think that cars like this are fun because you can use the whole car between 0 and ~100 mph. You don't need an unlimited autobahn before the car feels engaged. You can easily drive the car at 9/10's at 55 or 60 mph. 25mph turns taken at 35mph are fun!

[@9speedbird]

A Tedward video is out, it’s Saturday morning with an espresso. Life’s great

[@Al_Yew]

I have to say that dog-legged 5 speed works beautifully with the speed at which the flywheel drops revs, makes it super smooth and easy to handle, incredible work by Wilhoit for what is essentially artisanal. Stunning looks, great sound, good power, its near perfect really.

[@malakaicaro9111]

My dad also read Frog and Toad to me as a kid! I’m 22 and whenever I mention these books to other people my age they have no idea what I’m talking about lol. Fantastic video as always Tedward!

[@lfOnly]

It sounds SO good. It's like a kitten purring with it's mother growling at the same time. Beautiful.

[@Digiphex]

I wish you could get cars without LCD screens today.

[@DINHQUOCLAM]

Only OG Tedward fans can like this comment

[@TedwardDrives]

Am I allowed?

[@DINHQUOCLAM]

@@TedwardDrives that’s not even a question, of course you can :)), thanks for liking my comment!

[@triston5540]

What counts as OG?😂

[@triston5540]

Been here since July 2020😂

[@joefriesen5296]

How about 356 fans?

[@mtnbound2764]

this is about as close to a perfect resto mod as it gets. i mean it looks completely the part, its been given juust enough modern upgrades not to spoil it! that 150 HP is a lot for a tiny lightweight thing like that

[@easternroutemainlinevideos6823]

The best sounding 154hp I ever heard

[@afeitadoraM]

Damn, that is one beautiful Speedster! I sat in a 356 C a few months ago for the first time in my life and I was instantly catched. I did not have them on my radar, but I really love them since then. I can only imagine how it must feel driving one!! I also love the way you treat the cars. I can really feel the mechanical sympathy you have. Wonderful!! 🥰

[@Adison0529]

I cannot think of a better vibe for such car than this. On top of that your jacket looks like it's made of leather unless I directly pay attention to it and that + those gloves is also such a vibe setter. As for the car itself, needless to say it's gorgeous, but man, that rear end looks so damn mean when you don't see that cute body shape. All those tiny rear lights, chrome details and two thin, long center exhaust pipes come together in a phenomenal way. On top of that, the engine itself matches the looks of the car's rear end. Looks very mean and powerful yet classy.

[@danielburke4113]

I can't think of any other car I rather be driving on a beautiful fall day!

[@thepodbaydoorshal]

One of the most beautiful cars ever made. A piece of automotive history. Worth every penny.

[@thedudeabides1443]

There is such beauty in simplicity and this Speedster is perfection. Give me this over pretty much any modern supercar in the same price range and I’d be very happy.

[@svinche2]

This is a BEAUTY !!!

[@sidekick258]

This is therapeutic in somy levels I cannot explain, thanks for sharing this.

[@tommysanderson6787]

Looks as fun as it would be stressful to drive. Beautiful car!

[@TedwardDrives]

No stress! Just joy

[@Fordguy1997]

I swear without fail, the most lenient traffic signs/signals are at the most dangerous locations. And the strictest signs are at the super safe locations.

[@gertstolk]

Normally I don't like restomods, but this one is perfect ❤

[@caddyzig]

What a beautiful car! Love your videos and commentary. This is another fantastic one. Great job.

[@PompeyMatt17]

just had a 16 minute hypnotherapy session....thanks!

[@cucamongaduke3600]

“Excellent drive and wonderful car, Toadward!”, exclaimed Frog.

[@TedwardDrives]

❤️❤️

[@Theperfusionistisalreadygone]

That was a legendary cut at 6:53

[@XantoS771]

What a lovely car. Somehow, every post-war german car we're made extremely easy to drive, very easy to pick up and go, whether we're talking about the Gullwing Mercedes or a BMW New Class...or a brand new Audi A3 ...

[@Mikasicki]

Found your channel today. Really like the content, but most I like your logo. The original is my favourite sign on the Autobahn.

[@BarryMcockiner241]

Tedward videos make me happy❤️

[@relaxitsme_alex9104]

Lol I find it funny how I’ll drive my 560sl in like 60 degree weather but the heater is fantastic. Feels like the sun is in there

[@davidcchi3373]

THank you. Really enjoyed this one. 600k is lunacy, I think 60k is a good price for this go cart. But history and rarity will do silly things.

[@marial8235]

Ted, what a lovely little beauty. I just enjoyed looking at the pretty gauges, almost like jewelry. It drove so nicely too, not antique, just perfect.❤

[@pduffy83usa]

Love it Ted!!!

[@Well.BoughtPhotos]

Wilhoit! Great stuff!

[@NoLaneRestrictions]

No words.....other than AMAZING and THANK YOU!!! :D

[@gertstolk]

In Europe it is all yield signs, stop signs are few and far between and nobody comes to a complete stop 😅

[@steven12734]

Shoutout to Toad for having impeccable taste

[@TedwardDrives]

Long live Toad!

[@williamfahey6066]

That is a great looking car. The speedster was not a car that really appealed to me until a few years ago. That one is beautiful. If it were mine I would drive it during the autumn through spring months, the summer would be to hot. I really enjoyed your video. Jeff❤

[@williamlong2682]

On the first day of Christmas, my Tedward gave to me A Wilhoit Speedster in a pear tree

[@muthukumaranc]

Tedward we need a new Therapy drive video please🙏

[@RyanRoadReaper]

This hotted-up speedster is the kind of car I imagine James Dean driving around in car guy heaven.

[@artagain8977]

Love it. I’d remove the muffler if I owned it tho. Needs more growl.

[@BenzinioB]

Just few hours ago I was thinking 356 speedster should be in my dream car garage next to Gallardo Spider Performate... converted to manual. Of corse not with the original engine but with 2.3 engine from the 911 type F

[@braydens64]

Not sure if you have already done it or not but we need a 69 Chevy truck 😉 my dad had a 69 and made it a 67 and I miss it

[@AustinBraydenShow]

Back when manual cars were popular back then.

[@baseballer21and0]

you duh man for going top down 💯

[@RonLH]

I know that road!

[@enlilannunaki9064]

Absolutely gorgeous! However, ~$600K to use as a “driver,” and road trips?? Only if you have $30M in the bank. 😢 Also, having been hit head on by a driver on a country road on his phone, and encountering numerous other close calls for the same reason I do jot trust my fellow human with my life. A Ford F150 or Chevy Tahoe hitting you would leave you as road paste. Unfortunately that reality has limited my desire for such amazingly fun machines (and motorcycles). Thanks for a great video ride along!!

[@TedwardDrives]

There are over 3000 billionaires in the world which means there's a LOT more people with 30 million dollars.

[@harrymcm5875]

is there any way to have tedward stickers delivered to the uk 😕

[@drewmartinezart]

A dream.

[@griffon2-6]

did anyone, ever made more beautiful clocks than those three?

[@titiwin25]

Damn .............. i mean ....... daaaaaaaaamn!

[@bimmerfan729]

What a cool review. 356's are just awesome. What's your mindset going into driving a $600k car?? I'd be afraid to go near the thing!

[@TedwardDrives]

I usually treat every car like it’s a million dollars. The car comes first always. Not convenience or shortcuts. No distractions like phones. Defensive driving. Special awareness. Mechanical sympathy and patience.

[@craigyirush3492]

Thanks to MaxHoffman!

[@stevekenilworth]

my question, where has it all gone wrong as very few modern cars i have no interest

[@abialo2010]

can you get your hands on one of those Beck spyders as a comparison to a real one

[@TedwardDrives]

Yeah but they just do not compare to the real deal

[@SixGap]

How far off would the driving experience of a modded Porsche 912 be compared to this? I feel like if you want a tactile classic Porsche, your money would be way better spent on something like that.

[@TedwardDrives]

I don't think it would compare BUT that doesn't mean it wouldn't be great. And the Speedster is so wildly limiting financially that it doesn't even matter haha

[@owengrove5089]

noice

[@benclement7569]

Motoring!

[@chinazieswillstartww3253]

13:36 The guys face reveal 😂

[@a8f235]

13:00 You could possibly know because we got to yield for those to our right hand side, and that's why you in your position in this video will automatically have to yield for those to the left as well because it would cause dangerous situations if you just parked right in the middle of their lane to wait for an open slot.

[@griffon2-6]

misunderstanding level 100

[@a8f235]

@@griffon2-6 Ok, so it's a stop sign he wants. In that case I can say that this will always be a grey area, and you have to understand that when we have stopped(There's a big difference between having to stop 100% of the time no matter, compared to "use your head, and you have been warned...") it will obviously take us longer time to reach the speeds of other traffic and that by default offers a risk. No matter what sign is where we should always use our head and evaluate what will apply the best to which ever situation. Traffic laws is more of a guidance to help create a foundation of understanding. Personally I believe this yield sign is correctly applied, because you are thereby forced by law to yield for ANY traffic in ANY direction, and if that doesn't alert you then maybe you should hand over your drivers licence and take an eye exam in the same go.

[@griffon2-6]

@@a8f235 too long, didn't read

[@a8f235]

​@@griffon2-6 Your action is fueled out of fear, which means you have agreed with me. That's all I needed to know.

[@griffon2-6]

@@a8f235 yeah... fear of getting bored to death by your whining, have a nice day in your fantasy world

[@luisdietsch52]

500k for 150hp? Ridiculous but its cute not gonna lie

[@TedwardDrives]

600k. And power per dollar is a terrible metric for value.

[@luisdietsch52]

@@TedwardDrives Your entitled to your opinion, but 600k for modified classic lacking literally everything but charm its in the ridiculuos.

[@TedwardDrives]

What’s it lacking?

[@luisdietsch52]

@@TedwardDrives Comfort, power, space, any convenience imaginable. I understand that at best for 600k its a classic raw experience enhanced by very cultured modders but at worst what you are getting its a glorified gokart.

[@Cevan42]

Ha ha. New England? You should get out of inside 128.

[@TedwardDrives]

I should take a $600k car many miles away from where it’s for sale? Can’t really stack miles on someone else’s baby.

[@blindfoldedmissile]

You sound a little drunk in this one hahahahahaha

[@TedwardDrives]

lol! It was cold so my speech changes as my mouth freezes

[@JRB41]

Tedward, thank you for your reviews! Not only have I learned so much from them, I’ve also had great entertainment watching them, especially with my family. Porsches in my opinion are probably the best German car brand, Atleast looks/driving wise. Also, it was great meeting you at Llarz Anderson a few months ago!

[@griffins750]

My only objection is that there are a lot of cars that can give a properly “visceral” experience. Journalists like Jason Cammisa or his friend Derek Tam-Scott preach consistently about cheap visceral cars and expensive visceral cars alike because it’s not so much of a “You’ve tried everything and then got to a Speedster” it’s more so that you just don’t care about speed and numbers like 0-60 as much as you care about having a unique and visceral experience. Jason’s favorite car in the entire world, despite driving literally thousands of cars is a mk2 Volkswagen Scirroco 16valve! There are so many other classics and even some modern cars like the GR86 that prioritize fun and experience just like the Speedster, and yet with cars like the GR86 or Miata we complain that they aren’t fast enough because they don’t pull a 3-4 second 0-60 and cost as much as a 4 Bedroom home! I guess that’s not really an objection but it’s 100% a source of frustration!

[@miketennis14]

Fantastic video. As others have said you produce the video in such a way that one feels like they are driving the car. The shifter seemed very smooth on this car. Looked like low effort to switch gears which I think makes manual more fun to drive. Very nice!

[@craigmonteforte1478]

Absolutely Stunning of a Car the best part of the video is the exhaust note of the engine it’s definitely not a Stock VW Aircooled motor the 5 Speed is also a great feature

[@ribbles1699]

I loved Frog and Toad as a kid, and passed it on by reading the stories to my son. Timeless.

[@TedwardDrives]

So glad someone else shares this!

[@nateisright]

The price is obscene.

[@ag6371]

Find a 959

[@rysho1]

I just came across your channel and i gotta say, instant subscribe. Found myself binge watching your videos and they are amazing to say the least. Your knowledge and respect for each vehicle is outstanding

[@nerdy_stuff]

Amazing car, as a Porsche owner I can say that this is a great vehicle

[@throughmyeyes9940]

Wonderful review, thanks. Please try to find a nice 61-62 Daimler SP250 to review, great car!

[@Terpenefiend]

Absolutely beautiful porsche

[@carz4lifee2567]

Yay another classic car review

[@DreamDosage]

Love a little car… great stuff!

[@Edgar_84]

This looks like one true gentleman’s car, and other than the Pagoda is probably hard to match in class and oldtimer feel. Sort of the ultimate Sigma male drive mobile. As always, whenever I feel down I just watch some Tedward videos and I imagine I’m there. The amount of sensory inputs even through a POV is pretty amazing. You can almost feel how the car actually drives.

[@mtnbound2764]

such a cool car!

[@crystalcactuis.w]

woahhhh

[@raphhh8805]

what a dream of a car

[@edalder2000]

That 356 sounds like an angry dog trying to chomp my bumper!!

[@acalthu]

Just getting around to this videos. Those wheels are brilliant. They just look so good.

[@GustavoVegliaVicO.M.]

35ºF. What a blessing. Non ironically. i love it.

[@РостиславНаймагон]

So nice.... Made my day 😊 Thanks for this video man!

[@robertbcope]

The gear ratios on this are wonderful.

[@NXT_LVL]

If it was red and your name was Stuart, I would never stop laughing

[@СергейМалюгин-я5ц]

Super Porsche, sound perfect, good luck!

[@rickkearn7100]

Nimble little minx... Cheers.

[@mtnbound2764]

OMG that shop!

[@blackjacket_]

Tedward must be one of the smoothest driving youtuber of them all. Beautiful shifting, revmatching and just overall interaction is 🤌 Love it everytime!

[@TedwardDrives]

Wow, thanks! 🙏