2,000 mile road trip in a Porsche 911 - Dirtfish adventure part 1

I drove a Porsche 911 roughly 2,000 miles in 3 days. I went to the Dirfish rally school, and I decided to drive there, even though it was about 900 miles away from home. In this video, I’ll profess my love for the Porsche 911 as the most capable all around sports car ever built and explain why that’s true through how it performed on this epic road trip.
#porsche #roadtrip #milesequalsmiles

[@audio3980]

This was SUCH an inspiration to watch! I did not own a car when I saw this video last month, and I immediately said, LIVE LIFE AND GET OUT THERE! So, I went to a Porsche dealership, bought the Porsche GT3 2022 3 weeks ago, and I am launching from Miami to Montana with several stops in between including the Millionaire highway, Badlands in SD, and Blueridge mountains in NC. THANK YOU!!!

[@AtypicalDriver]

Wow REALLY? That is so amazing!!! First of all, congrats on the GT3, that is such an epic car. And second, kudos for using it for such an awesome road trip. I'm sure you'll make a ton of memories during the adventure. It makes me happy that the video inspired you, thanks for leaving a comment to let me know. You might also enjoy my video about how the death of 3 friends prompted me to buy my 911 because like you said...live life and get out there (kzbin.info/www/bejne/rmK5coGVqKp4Y6s).

[@gaijinsumo]

Totally agree. We've owned our 2006 Carrera S from new. Our kids grew up being taken to school in it. My wife drove it as a daily and it's as fun comfortable and reliable as it has ever been. We had some typical issues: broken oil/air separator, and the water pump grenaded taking out the accessory belt. But not expensive (as long as you don't use the dealer out of warranty). Love it and can't figure out why we would sell it even in the market of rising 997 prices.

[@AtypicalDriver]

I love stories like this...911 being used for fun and as a regular car. In my opinion, that actually allows you to maximize the fun because you can drive the fun car more often. I find with my Elise, I have to leave it at home more often because it's not as easy to use in every situation. Thank you for watching!!!

[@obi-wankenobi7160]

Loved this video, you hit the nail on the head. I own a 17 C2 with the 7 speed manual. I have put nearly 60k miles on it in 3.5 years, and enjoyed every second. These cars are meant to be enjoyed

[@AtypicalDriver]

Really that that this video resonated with you! Thanks for watching. Like I say, driving a sports car everyday makes even the boring parts of life fun!

[@obi-wankenobi7160]

@@AtypicalDriver exactly man, it is well worth driving the car and making memories that will last a life time. I am hoping my 911 will last a lifetime as well with some maintenance because then eventually I can modify it for HPDE use and b road blasts but for now I love the breadth of ability it provides as my daily, autocross, and trip car all in one vehicle

[@AtypicalDriver]

@@obi-wankenobi7160 I think you'd be pleasantly surprised by the 911 even in stock form on the track, I was! I did another video about this if you're interested: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKeTgKmAmdp2iNU

[@WFO.]

Thank you for creating this video of your journey and why we all need to be driving our Porsches. Mine will be built in a week and I’m excited to get it and go put miles on it. You’ve inspired me. Thanks again

[@AtypicalDriver]

I'm glad you liked it. Life is too short to leave the Porsche in the garage.

[@tedhattori5072]

I totally agree with you! I have 2018 991.2 in Lava Orange with all the options I chose back in DEC 2017. Five months later, it was delivered. Ever since, it has been my daily driver, going to work, getting groceries, taking kids to school and going to karate class. I logged nearly 45,000 miles and took some long epic solo trips. Yes, you are right that those "memories" with 911 will be with you forever! Thanks for sharing your story as I am happy to learn there are other folks who believe 911 is an all round sports car!

[@AtypicalDriver]

Thanks for watching and subscribing. It always makes me happy to hear how people have enjoyed the videos or connected with them in some way!

[@rakefireimpala]

I really loved watching this, your commentary is so natural it's captivating

[@AtypicalDriver]

Wow, thank you for the kind compliment!

[@Muhammad.911]

Just got my first Porsche about last 2 weeks. Also a 991.1 C2S. The second day after I got it, did a road trip of a total about 600 miles round trip and it was rock solid. Coming from a G30 before this, in terms of long distance comfort, the 991.1 is almost on par with the big 5 series and that really shocked me. It was comfortable for long distances!

[@AtypicalDriver]

Woo hoo, congrats on the car! It's literally good at everything.

[@iansellars4153]

Great video fab trip, gorgeous car

[@AtypicalDriver]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching!!!

[@emilsantana3639]

I love it!! Very inspirational 🤙🏾

[@AtypicalDriver]

Thank you 🙌

[@nicholassingh1476]

BROOO AMAZING STUFF I LOVE ROAD TRIP VIDS ESPECIALLY WITH YOUR CAR!!

[@AtypicalDriver]

Glad you like them! Thanks for the comment.

[@darrenmeddings7484]

Here here 👏🏼👏🏼 I daily my 991.1 gts in all weathers. The best all round sports cars ever built

[@AtypicalDriver]

It really is! Glad to hear that you're using yours as much as possible. Miles = smiles.

[@YueHou]

Have traveled sf-sea through mix of 101/i5/1 in both my boxster & 911 and can totally relate to this. great cars been used as intended and what a delightful journey each time.

[@AtypicalDriver]

Awesome! Yeah these cars are so good at long distance trips. Did you find any notable differences doing it in the Boxster vs. 911? Noise, comfort, performance? Thanks again for watching!

[@YueHou]

@@AtypicalDriver Drove a 991.1 c2s same as yours sf to sea through I5 & it's more of a pleasurable long cruise while have a bit fun once the road curves(south OR is the best section as I recall). Like you said it can handle any unexpected condition I remember I was enjoying the drive even at night while raining in the mountains & can push a bit. The boxster I took is a 987 spyder & it's not ideal for hwy cruise at 70+ esp with the top off so I spent 3 days driving on coastal route hwy1/101 . I woke up super early each morning(have to camp at side of hwy1 for 1night near mendocino area too) to start the drive with just me on the road & the scenary/morning fog/curvature of the road are just sublime. It's not as capable or adaptive to weather/condition as a 911 but provide pure bliss of driving that make for a lifetime memory.

[@AtypicalDriver]

@@YueHou Good call getting up early to enjoy the morning fog and empty roads. I can imagine with the soft top it's quite a bit noisier at high speeds. During my trip, there were just so many beautiful sights the whole way that I often found myself just taking it all in and pausing to appreciate the amazing world we live in and the good fortune to be doing such a trip in a Porsche.

[@govindajith5243]

I just finished an east to west to east coast in my 981 cayman. 9000 miles. No issues. Bulletproof, just loved it.

[@AtypicalDriver]

Wow, 9000 miles, sounds epic! Anything unexpected along the way? I'm sure it was an awesome adventure.

[@geoffreyhughes9979]

Great video.

[@AtypicalDriver]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it

[@sz7568]

Wow! What a machine! 👌🏻 Thanks 🙋🏻‍♂️ & by the way... you have a couple of big big bravery-storage organs! a BMW gathering & you're there with a 911 and filming it! 😅

[@AtypicalDriver]

LOL, there were like 50 BMWs and Audis in the lot when I arrived at the tillamook cheese factory but it was raining pretty hard to I just said hi and walked inside. Sadly when I came out they were mostly gone. Said they were a local group doing a meet up before a drive. Thanks for watching!

[@motocorn]

Great video! Im actually flying out tonight to Arizona to pick up my First Porsche! 991.1 C2S, also in WHITE! My friend and i are driving 20 hours straight. Wish us luck haha

[@AtypicalDriver]

Wow congrats I hope you'll love it! Enjoy every mile of the drive home.

[@AtypicalDriver]

Also 20 hours is a piece of cake in a modern 911. Well probably!

[@motocorn]

@@AtypicalDriver Just finished the trip! Im absolutely exhausted. However, i will say i did NOT expect the car to do as amazing as it did. 400 miles per tank, Comfy, Stock PCM3.1 maps worked awesome. Bose is incredible. I just had a 11/10 experience. So excited to drive it more!

[@AtypicalDriver]

@@motocorn amazing!!! Glad it went well. I'm sure you'll love the car. I find those car pickup trips to be real bonding moments with the vehicle.

[@HuseyinSavas]

You have to take this to Iceland 😍

[@AtypicalDriver]

That'd be super fun!!! I don't think I could drive it all the way there but I'd be interested to drive it to Greenland or something and then take a boat from there.

[@calspeed1]

nice. im in SF too. Im planning to drive my 911 to Nova Scotia this year.

[@AtypicalDriver]

Oh awesome you'll have a great time. 911 is the perfect road trip car. What route are you planning?

[@calspeed1]

@@AtypicalDriver from California, taking Rt66 to Chicago. Then to Montreal for the Formula 1 race. After, Nova Scotia.

[@AtypicalDriver]

@@calspeed1 That's going to be amazing! I was planning to go to Montreal F1 this year (though not drive there) but some stuff came up so will have to try to make it happen in 2024. Hope you have a great time!

[@Alen.TnCook]

My dream car One day

[@AtypicalDriver]

Never give up on your dreams!

[@eBlack996]

Awesome vid. I just bought a 996 coupe with 79k on the clock. Quick question tho, do you have a recommendation for a good Porsche mechanic in the bay? I live in SF and am looking to find a solid mechanic to go to

[@AtypicalDriver]

Thanks for watching and glad that you enjoyed it! Congrats on your 996 too. As far as mechanics, I do a combination of stuff myself and take it once a year to the Porsche dealer in Burlingame. Not the cheapest option, but makes me feel good that the pros look at it every once in awhile. Eason Auto Works in Oakland is also great, but not sure if he works on 996s? I have taken my 356 there.

[@ammarmalik0007]

Good for you, are you in Nor.Cal?

[@AtypicalDriver]

Thanks for watching! Yes, I'm in Nor Cal / SF Bay Area.

[@arisgatchalian9173]

Hi, just curious if you had any plans in case of flat tire.

[@AtypicalDriver]

Good question! Yes I care a tire patch/plug kit in the car and the 911 also comes with a portable air compressor that plug into the cigarette lighter socket to add air after plugging a tire. Obviously only helps with punctures but that's usually the most common cause of a flat. This is the one I have. amzn.to/3PWb2GO

[@bboixtc]

I know this all too well in Evora GT! Shame we didn't get to chat at LOG40!

[@AtypicalDriver]

Thanks for watching! How long was your drive in the Evora GT to LOG40??

[@bboixtc]

@@AtypicalDriver my guy I won the longest distance traveled. I drove from SWFL easily almost 3k mi over 2 days maybe 3. Stopped in St Louis, met Texas lotus owners group in Denver, after SLC, drove to socal for Buttonwillow, then drove to NorCal for Sonoma with GGLC! Shipped the car to NYC and drove up and down the east coast!

[@AtypicalDriver]

@@bboixtc Yeah I remember you won the award, but forgot how long it was...man that's impressive!

[@GarthGoldberg]

Now, do it in a Lotus.

[@AtypicalDriver]

LOL, I did a similar trip in my Lotus! Only 1,900 miles though -- see here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qaiWi6eEm811fpo

[@mescko]

How did you know how to pronounce Mukilteo? 😁

[@AtypicalDriver]

LOL, my cousin lives there.