1988 Porsche 911 3.2 Carrera - Time to Sell My Air Cooler? (POV Binaural Audio)

[@Katana2040]

Do. Not. Sell. Trust me on this one.

[@sebjebofficial6230]

I feel like you'd regret selling you're 911 forever.

[@_PhinneyWood_]

Your* lol but Ted is indeed a 911 as well.

[@sebjebofficial6230]

Autocorrect said "you're".

[@Jaszczur-sp2tx]

@@sebjebofficial6230 learn to use it then

[@flush_entity]

@@sebjebofficial6230 auto correct is wrong

[@sebjebofficial6230]

@@flush_entity thats unfortunate 😐

[@A52_E92]

Your Carrera has such an importance because of your story with the late friend- it would be sad for it to go from the channel. But at the end of the day it’s about what makes you happy now.

[@FabioTWK]

Your Carrera, not you're Carrera 🙏🏻

[@A52_E92]

@@FabioTWK oops. That’s what happens when I write comments right after I wake up.

[@FabioTWK]

@@A52_E92 thanks for fixing it! ✌🏻🙏🏻

[@braydenbreen9467]

@@FabioTWK”thanks for fixing it” grammar police over here

[@FabioTWK]

@@braydenbreen9467 proudly yeah

[@Christianfire18]

This title is terrifying

[@yitznewton]

I rented one of these, a 1989 pre-964, when I visited LA. I was worried about "don't meet your heroes" syndrome but it truly did not disappoint

[@omarfrom7118]

Been going through an incredibly tough time recently, and nothing has been helping as much as these recent morning uploads

[@TedwardDrives]

hang in there dood! Glad the videos help. They help me too honestly.

[@Lambullghini]

If I were you, I'd never sell the E39 & the 911. When I think about this channel those two cars come to mind, they're like a signature mark.

[@Pkp-d5c]

Anytime there's a thought of whether to sell something, the answer is yes. In the case with this car, when the thought comes whether to sell it, it's more of whether you deserve to own it.

[@justinkrizenesky]

12:00 Tesla driver hasn't watched Tom's highway merging video 😂

[@Krazy_Shorts]

Man...what a SWEET ride that is. These pre screens-all-over-the-place cars are so nice!

[@syedrehanfida]

An old 911 non-turbo is one of my dream cars. So beautiful!

[@rogerwatt8491]

I had two before the kids came along . . . loved them and can't afford one now!

[@syedrehanfida]

@@rogerwatt8491 Hope you get one again soon!

[@paulpak460]

What a beautiful car! Respect the drive indeed. 👍🏻

[@edalder2000]

That Carrera was a dream car for me. I was 15-16 when that Porsche was built. I wanted the convertible. I ended up getting a 1983 Toyota Corolla 4 Door in DARK BROWN. Thanks mom. I remember manual steering. The road feel was pretty good. But low speed steering and parking lots was HEAVY. Great workout. The tech we have now didn't exist for a freshly made 1988 Porsche. I do miss the visceral connection. I understand safety and pillars. But many cars today are isolating. Numb. I would be too emotionally attached to that Porsche to sell it.

[@MrUglyDinosaur]

We need a video on the OG 911!

[@CarreraCafe]

Love this 3.2!

[@lakkadakka]

$50-80k for a rebuild for a 3.2L motor doesn't sound right to me. I think that you're closer to the $20-30k range for a full case split rebuild if you reuse the pistons and cylinders. You could, however, easily get into that $50-80k range if you want to build a serious hot-rod (or race) motor like a twin-plug 3.5L. Also, with 82k miles, your car is a baby. I have an '88 with 220k miles on the original top end...and I have never babied my car (lots of track time, and it sees the redline on every drive). I'm looking at my first rebuild soon, even though it's far from urgently needed.

[@TedwardDrives]

what is going to trigger your rebuilt? Will it be miles? or sudden loss of compression? I'm not sure I know enough about that stage of the process so I'm curious what needs to happen for you to seriously consider doing it

[@hueyfinesse]

yeah that price is absurd. These engines arent rocket science and porsche still supplies parts

[@Nightmaretyrant]

@@TedwardDrives I think Matt Farah's full rebuild cost 20k but they reused any good parts as not surprisingly old Porsche stuff can hold up a long time long as you didnt grenade the motor and send a piston through the block. He had a lot of valve smoke from memory and thought " While you're in there "

[@lakkadakka]

@@TedwardDrives I'm not expecting anything catastrophic to happen - that's not how these 3.2 motors usually go. At 220k miles, mine is a little tired (very gradual loss of compression), consumes a little bit of oil, and smokes a little at stoplights (likely valve guides). This is what you can most likely happen to yours as it wears with age. The trigger for me rebuild will be a combination of a pending property sale (translation: cash availability) and builder/machine shop availability. I'm not in any rush, and the car is still 100% driveable - I've actually been planning/talking about doing this for the last 6 years or so. This could just be a top-end rebuild, as I don't necessarily need to split the case and do the bottom end, but I plan to keep this car indefinitely and am aiming for factory-like longevity...so I'll spend the extra money and do bearings & journals and check the balance on the crank while it's out. As it stands this build will be a bit spendy, I'm expecting to spend around $35k for what I'm trying to do. It'll basically be OEM+ w/ new pistons & cylinders and forged connecting rods to free up some rotating mass (going up to 3.4L w/ euro compression). If you want great. reliable information about these cars, the Pelican Parts forums are the best source that I've ever encountered. The folks there have done some incredible work, and are both knowledgable and helpful - they would love to have you.

[@TedwardDrives]

Appreciate the insight! I love pelican parts...it can be a source of calm and panic when I cannot sleep lol

[@lazrhawk]

The car I’ve wanted since I was a little kid. Cars have come and gone but I will always yearn for an old air cooler. Hope some day before I die I’ll have my chance.

[@willum223]

I feel like a car like that is one you would regret getting rid of, they're so unique

[@ElliWoelfin]

Definitely think you'd always regret getting rid of the 911, with the emotion behind why you have it.

[@robertwalls5794]

Your reviews never disappoint and I love the old 911s! I drive a 1969 Austin Healey Sprite and looking out the windshield reminds me of driving an old 911.

[@carlbeamon1343]

That presentation of the 280 SE 1968 was awesome! One of my favorite Mercedes Benz’s of all time and your kick down display was great! I drove a 6.9 for couple of years although I didn’t own it but there’s nothing like older classics Mercedes. Thanks 👍🏾

[@kennethbaker4148]

Some corrections in your commentary on the 3.2: Engine Rebuilds are typically in the $25-35k range, no where near $80k. Maybe for a full restoration of the car itself. majority of these cars are worth in the $60-$80k range. The original, well sorted and documented cars can fetch $100k+ Ive got a 1987 carrera black. Engine rebuild was around $25k (11k miles since rebuild) and I refreshed the rest of the car, interior, maintenance on body and other items around $9k. Repainted by the previous owner. If you can wrench you can do for much less too. Fun cars, if i were to sell mine would probably be in the $65-70k range. It’s a well sorted driver, no garage queen either.

[@TedwardDrives]

2 reputable engine builders said 35k rebuild days were over. But i sincerely hope you’re right! I’m curious if anyone has had a rebuild in the last 12 months. Everyone telling me lower prices did it 10 years ago or longer

[@mtshark7]

You should definitely keep your car Tom!

[@atlantis5574]

But the story of your car though!

[@lucab.5944]

Interesting, here in Germany I only get Pirelli P6000 for the 15“ Fuchs…Way more choices for the 16 Inch. Regularly drive it in the mountains, its all about how dedicated you are to put some weight on the (slim) front wheels in corners ;-)

[@hammychan1]

It's not time. The time is at your estate sale.

[@cpy]

Small correction, the light under the tach is telling you that you can achieve the same performance with higher fuel economy by shifting to the next gear. Comes on at low rpms when you use a lighter throttle setting, but if you are mashing it like 7:36 it will come on higher

[@Contractnik]

I love that wheel too. Had it in an 85-1/2 944 that was so much fun.

[@janp7882]

Day 16 of asking Tedward to drive the S60R (any porsche video is a good video, love it)

[@CramouGameMaster]

Awesome as usual, would love a video on lesser popular Ferrari and Lamborghini like the Mondial or the jalpa etc !

[@CaleSears]

I started following you from your aircooled videos (when I was deciding to get my own!) and I hope you’ll keep it ^-^

[@TedwardDrives]

some folks in the comments have helped talk me down from the ledge assuring that rebuilds can be had for much less. I talked to a couple engine guys and they quoted insane numbers and it scared the heck out of me

[@lupusalbus3795]

I had an 82 911 SC that I bought at the slump around 2007. I wish I had just put it in a storage unit and pulled back out when the hard times were over.

[@al_f.miami.semperefideles2879]

I owned an 84 3.2 Carrera. Daily drove it for 11 years … never had an lift off oversteer moment , even when driving it too spirited for the street. always respected it on the wet or slick roads. Longest road trip Miami to Niagara Falls NY and back … Ive driven the newer Porsches , more comfy more power etc but in my view can’t compare to the Old School air cooled sound …

[@TedwardDrives]

That’s too bad. Lift off oversteer is the best driving characteristic of a 911. Helps point the nose into the corner

[@Paco_Gaepedores]

Pls keep your cute old Porsche :3 💪❤

[@agopkt]

my 1987 gti 16v had that upshift arrow works with engine vacume. its a small hose on the throttle body

[@cYaNiDE881]

I wish Porsche would bring back this steering wheel design or at least a modern version of this for their current generation of cars! 🤞🏼😊

[@davidm3954]

Hey Tedward are you into mechanical watches at all? I see you always wearing the fitness watch for running. Cheers!

[@BigBoyz33]

Do not sell it man, it will be a car you regret selling and it will be almost impossible to find another one like it again in the future

[@gothops154]

6:00 the fact Porsche sells retro mod radios with CARPLAY for these is insane. Anyone getting anything different is doing it wrong

[@mosca3289]

Hooray for 15’s.

[@googleitdepartment1371]

If you want a rear engine, air cooled, manual transmission, vintage AND parts are cheap. Look into a 1965-69 corvair Corsa, easily found under 28k

[@TedwardDrives]

I love corvairs!

[@Modernicus]

Dream car

[@cpy]

7:18: ** looks over and thinks, what the heck is going on there ** "...anyway"

[@JoostHermes]

My 88 3.2 has a round defroster between the seats. How come this one has the older handles? Is that because US spec? I thought only the ClubSports had these older handles.

[@kylereyes2337]

Never sell a car that’s most precious to you.

[@nqxqn951]

Why aren't the gauges rotated? Wouldn't you want the redline at the top of the gauge? That's so confusing and looks so weird! /sarcasm

[@TedwardDrives]

This is my favorite comment

[@thegermanteam1]

Do not sell bro, you're lucky to have one !

[@webwebwebby0]

7:20 shoutout to the random Nissan Altima guy! Is this big Altima energy? You tell me! 🤣

[@FullSpectrumWarrior]

How do those cars do in say 105 and up summer temps?

[@TedwardDrives]

Pretty good but I don't love idling in traffic for too long.

[@SVPSkins]

12:02 wtf was that tesla driver doing stopping?

[@Adison0529]

How about you make yours even more hardcore if anything? 😄 Also, the willpower it must've taken at 12:00 to not turn this shoot into a half an hour rant about highway etiquette. I just know you noticed it, but the scale of the event made you question whether you should even address it at all. 😂

[@Cevan42]

I did a full rebuild on my engine last winter. Did the labor myself. Under $8,000 if reusing P/Cs.

[@TedwardDrives]

You give me hope!

[@rogerwatt8491]

I wouldn't . . . still regret selling mine when the kids came along and now can't afford one!

[@andrewcooper7354]

I think you need to go drive your car hard and remind yourself how fun it is

[@AndyK.23]

Sad that these are becoming museum pieces or rich guy toys. Imagine spending $100k on one, and having to rebuild the engine? Yikes. For the same steering wheel, and similar dash layout, without the insanity, see: Late 944 or 951!

[@david05111]

$50-80k sounds extortionate for a rebuild. I just had my SC go through a top-end rebuild with headstuds and it was about $15k. They didn’t crack the bottom open, but even so. I just can’t see another $35k in the bottom end, let alone $65k

[@1974Suma]

when will you drive a 1999 ford f350 super duty

[@Tap63782]

Porsche!!!!

[@NDEEZMiata]

Everyone telling you not to sell…I’m over here like if it truly costs up to 80k to rebuild the engine….you can buy a lot or several fun cars for that money 🤷‍♂️ But if you’re only at 60k miles…that’s a long way away. I’d keep it longer for sure

[@Alan-lv9rw]

$80K for an engine rebuild? My 2013 Nissan Sentra blew a head gasket at 143K miles and I dropped in a used engine with just 36K miles for $1,600. It’s running strong.

[@TedwardDrives]

First time I’ve heard someone compare an air cooled flat 6 to a Nissan Sentra

[@jaypers232]

Can you say It’s a dump, or no?

[@steel3879]

Keep it only if you can afford to is what I think.

[@jmsjms296]

Exactly.

[@Mac-xm5tt]

yooo a porscheeeee

[@jmsjms296]

Great car, but can you afford the "overhaul" that will someday be required?

[@TedwardDrives]

Yes. The question is… do I love it enough to commit to that

[@ag6371]

Keep your Porsche and do not sell it. It is rare and iconic

[@CarsGuitarsAudio]

I refuse to sell my simple basic 01 996 It still drives like a dream even though not fast enough but its a great car ... My RS4 is much faster but never sell a Porsche unless its to get another !!!

[@gianlucatixson6621]

Don't sell it. You'll regret selling this precious car for years to come as it has a deep emotional value to you, and no money in the world will fill that for you.

[@DNHarris]

Sheesh $50 to $80 grand for an air cooled engine for an automobile? Cray-cray! Might as well buy a Lycoming or Continental air-cooled aircraft engine designed to run at 100% power for 2000+ hours. Now that I said that though, those were pre-COVID prices. LUL

[@GroupWar]

50 to 80 thousand dollars for an engine rebuild? .. who ever told you that, please stop consulting him! .. the last engine I rebuilt was a 3.2 Carrera which I converted to 3.4 using brand new Mahle components, total was less than 20K.

[@Iceman259]

As we say in the firearms community: no sell, only buy

[@carolinacars739]

This is NOT Tedward's not-million-mile Porsche.

[@oliverlondon5246]

Please DO NOT sell it. You‘ll regret it for sure. It will only appreciate in value too. But if you do sell it, sell it to me 😉

[@pierrebridet]

A normal engine rebuild on these is nowhere near 50-80k. More in the 20s. 50-80 takes you into heavy hot road territory

[@TedwardDrives]

I hope you’re right. Have had two reputable engine mechanics tell me otherwise recently.

[@RST9413]

where are people to complain about rear weight bias like they do with Audi?

[@TedwardDrives]

Everyone who calls them Beetles....

[@RST9413]

@@TedwardDrives niceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee,good one.

[@SDClassicCarCenter]

Let me know if you want to sell it! I'm looking for one!

[@fmalgapo]

Considering the cost to rebuild the motor properly..I'll give you $35k and not a penny more!! 😁😆😅

[@TedwardDrives]

My car has 87k on it. Has 100k to go before rebuild

[@Littlealex49th]

No, never sell it.

[@risktkr77]

Dont sell, I sold mine and then bought one a year later for more $!

[@rayl1152]

It's been a good run but time to move on to bigger and better things

[@plum_bit]

Can I have it for free? I'll need you to ship it to me (at your cost) to me as well. Please clean it (professionally) before you send it, and it will have to have a full tank of fuel

[@KleanShots]

Will never sell my 84 Carrera

[@thatsbod1041]

Anyone on here a shrink - that title has triggered me 😢😂

[@jimiverson3085]

Don't. If you find you want one again later, you won't be able to afford it.

[@faugrad]

You will regret it forever, I know I have.

[@VolvoSaabFanatic245]

I Can Have my wife drive your car. Because, she needs a first car.

[@robertrishel3685]

Don’t sell your 911 man…. You’ll never forgive yourself. Unless of course you want to sell it me, then youll be just fine.

[@greghong5010]

Don’t.

[@longbeachcarguy]

I don’t understand why/how people would spend $100k on a carrera 3.2. I mean I understand high prices on a ‘89 turbo or a speedster but a regular carrera?!? They’re wonderful cars but I would not spend more than $50k on one

[@ghepardogts]

Those under $20k aircooled 911s before the 2010 boom were uncared for shitboxes. Bad enough Top Gear filmed one getting destroyed like that Toyota pickup. These cars nowadways are much better maintained and worth the price imo.

[@CapitulationTrader]

Sell yours. I dare you

[@uduakrobert8752]

I wish to be gifted one car from your collection, it would be a dream come true. Great car collection from E39 to this porsche to the Honda, Wonderful Wonderful Wonderful, you've got great taste in cars

[@starrdogchamp1]

ankle socks bro ankle socks!!!!1

[@TedwardDrives]

its not 2006 anymore tho

[@starrdogchamp1]

@@TedwardDrives lol

[@AthenaSaints]

Every time somebody says Porsche 911 is a gorgeous car, I just say "I am not going to be gaslighted". I am sure it is a great car, but I will never say it is a gorgeous car.

[@MrUglyDinosaur]

Subjective, what is a gorgeous car to you then?

[@MrUglyDinosaur]

We need a video on the OG 911!