200MPH?! Driving the Porsche 959 ON THE AUTOBAHN!

Register for free and join the community! 9werks.co.uk/m...
At the end of October I had quite the road trip presented to me. My friend Paul (@the911GOAT on Instagram) got the call that his 959 was ready from collection at Porsche Classic HQ after having its service in Germany. Serendipitously I also had business on Porscheplatz, so a plan was hatched to get over to Zuffenhausen and repatriate that 959, and sharp - so we left the next day!
The reason for our haste was the impending coronavirus restrictions taking hold across Europe. While we were currently permitted to travel, we knew the situation could change in both the UK and Germany any hour due to the worsening COVID situation.
What you're about to watch is our crazy attempt at dashing to Germany before bringing the 959 back to the UK, with our support vehicle of choice for the repatriation being a fellow 200mph Porsche in the 992 Turbo S. Cue some inevitable changes to the plan, a high speed Autobahn run, plus a bucket list experience of getting to drive the 959 on its home turf of Germany's famously de-restricted highway. You'll learn all about the history of the 959 and its model specs in this video, before finding out if we made it back on time, in one piece, and free from quarantine! Enjoy.
GET YOUR MERCH!
996-inspired apparel can be found on my Teespring online store 'That Nine Eleven Merch', just click/tap on the options below each of my videos to browse the full selection exclusive to my shop.
GET MORE ON INSTAGRAM
Follow me @lee_sibs for more bespoke Porsche content and behind-the-scenes videos.
LISTEN TO OUR PODCAST
Road to Redline is the Porsche podcast dedicated to the people and the stories behind the world's finest sports cars. Available on your preferred podcast platform! www.buzzsprout...
Don't forget to like and subscribe to my KZbin channel That Nine Eleven Guy so you never miss a video from the most informative channel dedicated to Porsche's iconic 911.
#porsche959 #porsche911 #porscheautobahn

[@Atombender]

31 mpg at an average of 59 mph is pretty damn good.

[@9WERKSTV]

Very!

[@Zzus321]

Who drives a Porsche at 59 mph?????

[@kevinbodman1011]

@@Zzus321 Only a goon

[@sobhanshane7010]

@@Zzus321 bill gates

[@ghoulbuster1]

959 was so ahead of it's time, it has better mileage than current cars!

[@TheKitchenTechnician]

I don’t own a Porsche...yet, but I got goosebumps when you climbed into the 959. There was always a poster of one on my bedroom wall in the 80s.

[@STRmw2]

That little note about the wing mirrors weight bearing down on the thin paint was fascinating

[@fartloudYT]

quality video. some people are disappointed you didnt push it hard enough, but not only you dont want to break the classic car, but lets be real you are also not like mad lads from autotopNL who drive 300kmh cars on autobahn daily or those 1000 lap nurgburgring guys. this is informative yet personal. i like it.

[@Centuria-lj9tq]

You are sitting on the wrong side! (awful german joke!) Nice video guy. I never drove a Porsche and I never will i think. But I enjoyed your ride and the informations. Thank you very much.

[@wasuprobleemjoh]

Tot much face, to Little Speedo and outdoor view...

[@morphyon]

Now imagining belting down the Autobahn in the 80s, an early morning around sunrise, spring or early summer. No pesky TDI estates in your rear view mirror, in fact no traffic at all in sight. New Order's Blue Monday blasting out of your brand new Blaupunkt Stereo and donning a pair of Carreras as soon as the sunlight hits the windshield. Tank brimmed, road atlas open on the passenger seat. Your destination? Austria? Italy? South of France? That road is yours. Thanks for sharing your experience. Though it is 2020, it must have been truly magical. :)

[@TopSecretVid]

morphyon It was good!!!🇩🇪🇩🇪🇩🇪

[@PANTHERBURNS]

Good call with Blue Monday 😎

[@dirkdee9751]

You forgot the chick on the passenger seat. Other than that, great visualisation... 😀

[@morphyon]

@Theodore Misc I would be more impressed if you‘d been chased by polar bears with your dog sled wearing crude antler bone snow goggles, but well here we are.

[@9WERKSTV]

What a comment! Especially with Blue Monday thrown in there. All I could think at the time was that right there, in that moment, I was quite literally the luckiest sod in the world. I wouldn't have traded with anyone! It was emotional, hence the reason there might have been something in my eye at the end…!

[@ruialmeida5217]

One of the most beautifull and iconic porsche ever made

[@oldschoolracinggames5729]

the best supercar of 80s

[@es330td]

My lottery car

[@deborahchesser7375]

@@oldschoolracinggames5729 it really was, nobody realized it’s true potential back then.

[@karmveer240]

@@deborahchesser7375 ya

[@Corsa15DT]

I waited 20 minutes for you to try to hit 200mph, you didn't even try. Shame.

[@marineforces3214]

... to my view, he even couldn't try because the road was so crowded. His German fiend = a guy with no balls. A "real" German dude will go 240 for "hours + hours", maybe than, some time even faster. This was a great example of US of A emotions like : "oh I reached 300 for 3 seconds, now I am immediately back to 150. It is comparable with drag-racin' : oh, I go fast for a quarter mile, that's it, don't do more. 2. example : Oh, I am such a great guy, I burn my tires, or 3rd example : "my exhaust is the loudest". They are all show up guys. They are not used to it just to do it for them self, because they have to. What we could call our reality, to them and their viewers it's just the realization of a dream but just for 5 seconds, reminds me of a kid getting his first orgasm, after a couple of seconds, it's done, it's over.

[@Corsa15DT]

@@marineforces3214 Yes, what we saw was crowded autobahn, but he could have found empty piece of asphalt later that day or some other day. I expected a small race between this oldie and the new turbo s.

[@marineforces3214]

@@Corsa15DT ... Cologne Aachen is the worst thing I can ever imagine, Cologne to Blankenheim is the road of choice, ... !! when the road is dry !!

[@hanselemans4237]

It's almost ridicoulous someone trusted him with such a rare and expensive car to drive that fast at all! A new 911 Turbo can be bought any day, a 959 not so much. On the other hand, Porsche Classic can fix anything should it go wrong...

[@keithmcfarland3819]

It's almost as if he was driving someone else's $1.5 M car on a wet road in traffic or something.

[@tuanbe]

I’m not a car guy, but seeing a 959 in real life would certainly make my day.

[@erikheisl3012]

I like older Porsches more than the new ones. In my opinion they have more or less destroyed the logo with the Panameras etc....

[@tvjye]

You have just lived my dream. I am extremely envious. Thank you for this.

[@roadmantop3769]

It’s testament to Porsche that you can go all the way to Germany and drive it back with mechanical confidence 👏

[@askiff1415]

To be honest I’ve taken my Audi Quattro, my Porsche and Mercedes through Germany and all the way to Romania and back many times - not all at the same time you understand. Not a problem with any of them and my Audi had 300,000kls on the clock.

[@y0057]

A Skiff In 2016 took my 1987 model e30 m3 to Germany drove round Luxembourg, Belgium and Germany and back to UK, went and came like a boss. Just another day in the office no sweat. They can take it so long they are looked after, 2019 my 993 and I went to south of Spain and back in 30+ deg heat, dancing on the revs through out(London UK -Malaga Spain)and back all on secondary N-Roads, they are tough as hell.

[@moran68]

It’s not the 1970s ! Any modern car would be able to do that 🤣.

[@askiff1415]

@@moran68 you would think 🤔

[@the3hrdoption637]

Once the highway to the moon is complete this specimen of perfection could lead the charge.

[@jameschaves5723]

It was 1986 and I was 15 y/o. My family went on a road trip and I had saved a copy of Road & Track magazine for the drive.The feature article was the 959. I read it over and over again. Drooling at the photos and specs of this legend. It has always been my favorite automobile even 35 years later. I just got to live my dream come true through your experience. Thank you very much!!

[@9WERKSTV]

Excellent to hear! I'm very pleased the video resonated for you, perhaps it can take the place of your old magazine from 1986!

[@masterchinese28]

I was 14 when it came out. I got a poster of one to put on my wall, just above my 930 flat nose poster.

[@simontvrner]

That smile at 14:40.... Great video Lee. What an experience. Glad you shared it with us.

[@9WERKSTV]

Thank you, it's a privilege the owner was kind enough to give me the experience and let me share it.

[@scottcook8443]

The 959 as always been my favourite car, I remember when the original gruppe B mock up of the vehicle was on street machine magazine. I was 16 when it was released in 1986. If I won the lottery this would be the car for me. Great video on such a awesome super car 👍👍👍

[@9WERKSTV]

Cheers Scott!

[@tededmondson]

I'm jealous enough with all the Porsches you drive. But that's another level. I'm an old git now and remember the original Holy Trinity (959, F40, XJ220). And I'm with you; the 959 was the best of the three. I had a poster of one on my wall and have always, always wanted one. Don't suppose I'll even get to drive one now, but what a car. Was grinning along with you mate. You lucky b*stard!

[@9WERKSTV]

Excellent to be reminded of the original holy trinity, cars which looked like spaceships compared with their contemporaries. Glad to take you along for the drive in the 959.

[@tededmondson]

@@9WERKSTV a future feature? Side by side by side review of the Original Holy Trinity?

[@9WERKSTV]

@@tededmondson That'd be some feature!

[@taforth]

The 959 is 👌! I Actually had the good fortune of seeing them being built in Zuffenhausen in the spring of 1986, while I was on a student exchange program. My host-father arranged a private tour with a Porsche executive, who for unknown reasons, allowed me to take pictures while on the tour 😳! The good ole days 😉.

[@9WERKSTV]

Wowzers, Terry! What an amazing experience. As you rightly point out, they certainly wouldn't let that happen today.

[@chrisman3673]

I'm big 959 fan, do you still have pictures of the 959?

[@AP-hp4yo]

I’m lost for words. What a road trip!

[@9WERKSTV]

Above average road trip to say the least!

[@Shane-zx4ps]

I’m not. It was fucking brilliant viewing.👍

[@paulpressland]

What an absolute pleasure to watch this video and to be a part of making it happen. Not everyone has the chance of driving a 959 but your video gives a wonderful insight for all. Thank you, That959guy from @the911goat

[@Archer28M]

Not every one has an opertunity to see one ! I consider my self to be a car guy i saw lot,s of special cars in diferent museums but newer dver saw a 959.

[@the3hrdoption637]

That is Living Service to Others, It's the only way. Sharing your blessings is the ultimate gratitude to the Creator. Namaste

[@steeltrap3800]

I applaud the 959's owner for sharing his remarkable vehicle, as I also benefited from the generosity of someone with some very famous cars in their day. Specifically, I was lucky enough to drive the 'infamous' 3.3 Turbo 4-speed manual for a few years in my late teens/early 20s as a friend's father had one and he let me drive it quite often, along with his 2.7 Carrera. I once asked him why he was happy to hand me the keys, and he said two things that have stuck with me. "If I thought it likely you'd have an accident that was your fault, I wouldn't. But these are cars to be enjoyed at all ages, not just the wealthy middle-aged or older." He was a great guy in many ways, not just in his generosity to me. Watching this brings back some happy memories, and, yes, you are living a lot of petrol heads' dream in this video. The amazing current Turbo S, and the legend that is the 959. Thanks for providing this record of the experience. I expect, just as is true for me of my experiences in those great cars years ago, you'll never forget this.

[@Jaguar_E-Type]

Greatest looking car of all time

[@nateisright]

The 959 laid the path for the 992TS.

[@ATCRyderX]

Thanks to my grandfather, I inherited his Black 959 with a Coffee Interior. Absolutely stunning. Revell Edition. 1:24 Scale.

[@jeronewalters4288]

Certainly a classic now and as you say such a privilege to drive. Thank you (& Paul) for the video 😊.

[@9WERKSTV]

That's our pleasure!

[@timothybradley982]

Is it true the Porsche 959 has a front double wishbone suspension? If yes, how does it feel compared to the cheaper Porsche 911’s with their junky MacPherson strut front suspension?

[@ghowells5433]

Top, top video. Absolute poster car for me, forget the F40 the 959 was the real deal. Stunning

[@9WERKSTV]

Cheers Gareth!

[@nolanohana]

The holy grail of the 911, it’s all downhill from here! 😎😎

[@9WERKSTV]

Sad but true!

[@adamf.8564]

959 is very very nice but for me is the 2021 Turbo S any time of day or night :).

[@posniknelb6114]

Silver for the 959 looks just right.Lucky lucky,lucky,lucky,lucky man.

[@oneeleven9832]

Wow wow wow u lucky man driving a 959 i am so jealous 👍

[@9WERKSTV]

So lucky, I completely agree.

[@cCiIcCo]

Next time you should drive at night or in the early morning before 5 o'clock.

[@9WERKSTV]

Will do that next time for sure! This time we had a ferry to catch unfortunately.

[@cCiIcCo]

@@9WERKSTV What i meant with "Next time.." is i was generally speaking of course😊 Even though the Porsche 959 was no stranger to races at night. To even just drive a Porsche 959, one of the most iconic and most influential cars in history is what i consider a "Once in a Lifetime" Chance i would take anyplace, anywhere at anytime. Sorry for my poor English.😅 Definitely subscribed👍 Good video and stay safe✌🏼

[@Carrera-gp9od]

This was quite enjoyable..... Only joking mate , I loved it , a 992 turbo then jumping In to a 959 on the autobahn!!! Come on ! , does it get any better 👍🏻

[@9WERKSTV]

You're right, it doesn't! Distinctly above average few days.

[@Carrera-gp9od]

That Nine Eleven Guy Keep up the great content mate , you’ll do well to top this though I wish I had a mate with a 959 !!!

[@Carrera-gp9od]

I’ve watched this tonight , now Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 have qualified for euro 2020 (1) Fackin yes !! !!!!!

[@9WERKSTV]

@@Carrera-gp9od Huge congrats! My mum is Scottish so I'm pleased you've qualified, I remember watching the Brazil game in 1998, long time ago now!

[@malcolmcarter3496]

Another fantastic video many thanks Lee - why you don’t have more subscribers is a travesty. I remember seeing the 959 at the 1987/88 motor show. We had tickets to the Porsche “pod” where I was given a model carrera and keyring - which 33 years later still lacks a key!

[@9WERKSTV]

Thanks Malcolm, I really appreciate that. Excellent 959 motor show anecdote, that car must have looked like a space ship at the time? Interested to hear your thoughts on that. Hopefully your keyring will be complete one day!

[@malcolmcarter3496]

@@9WERKSTV No 959 but relevant to your last vid - check out the Frankfurt motorshow from the same year for the Speedster kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKWVZaatatebiKs 11.21

[@9WERKSTV]

@@malcolmcarter3496 Whoa! That's awesome! I believe that prototype is still in the Museum.

[@TheKpm181]

It was my pleasure to watch your excellent adventure. My favorite Porsche ever. Awesome job Chap.

[@9WERKSTV]

Thank you kindly!

[@jamesthewineguy]

I'm not sure I would start accelerating to 200 MPH on a curve - I'm guessing that not all cars in the fast lane are traveling that fast 14:02

[@DIRBert]

Great you got to experience the uber 959 and good on Paul for throwing you the keys. Would be good to get the 959 and CGT together one day.

[@Nord_Mann]

The ultimate Covid-19 run! Haven’t driven the 959, but the 992TS is mind bogglingly good. I reckon the 959 feels slow in comparison, but it tickles your spinal nerve on a whole different level. I’m having my own COVID-19 run myself this weekend. Selling my Carrera T and driving it down south 1200kms to the buyer who’s not able to fly up and collect due to company policies. It’ll be a last blast in the last truly great sounding 911 without GPF’s. Last narrow body. Last with an analog dash. Looking forward to a great weekend on the roads. Not so much to the plane ride home and life solely in the electric lane (Taycan).

[@9WERKSTV]

The 959 feels fast but in a more progressive way than the 992. Sad times selling the T! A fabulous 911, as we've covered on this channel earlier this year. Enjoy your COVID-compliant drive!

[@bakerbk3696]

I must admit this was the most exciting video I watched in your channel 😅 (cars not included) 😄👍🏻👌🏻

[@GrooveTasticThang]

What a great video Lee! For a 50 year old bloke, this is the daddy of tech-fest 911. You must qualify as the fastest uk 959 driver in the last 20years! Check out Tiff Needle 959 v 993 turbo as Milbrook proving ground vid. Thanks again.

[@9WERKSTV]

Will definitely check that video out! And I'm happy to confirm the owner went a smidge faster than me on the way back! It was a sight to see.

[@GrooveTasticThang]

Well you did have a good excuse to avoid the lockdown curfew! Here’s the link to the Tiff N on Topgear kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYbOY2l6rceSmtU

[@harrycherns1037]

Man.. can we take a pause to admit how freaking mint that example IS! The condition only for the late 80s car is to die for not to say it's a freaking marvel of a car itself. JEZZUS HOLD ME!

[@thanh-dungnguyen8078]

Best car ever . All we find in our cars today were experienced in 959 ❤ I remember reading magazines with Countach ... F40 ... 911 Carrera CS ...😭

[@JetFuelOnly]

"This is kinda nuts isn't it?" LOL!! Yes...YES! IT's F***ing NUTS! You lucky bastard - thank you for letting me live this through you!

[@cornishrider]

What a fabulous cabin so light and clearly laid out compared to today! I used to drive a 3.2 Carrera and can only imagine how fabulous this is to drive, this is my no 1 Porsche thanks for making the video.

[@lee2217]

What a fantastic video The 959 the first hypercar

[@ihatemybosses]

Holy crap. Finally someone with enough respect for the brand to pronounce it correctly.

[@lastrasp]

Who wouldn't dine out on that experience for a long time! So awesome - ultimate Porsche experience. Amazing! Great vid Lee. Stoked to see someone having that dream moment and not ry and hide the excitement.

[@9WERKSTV]

Thank you Andy! Much appreciated. I really enjoyed your podcast with James by the way! Made for a good listen.

[@lastrasp]

@@9WERKSTV oh cheers Lee! James is such a great guy and we had a good chat (even if we spent half of it talking about Neighbours!)

[@9WERKSTV]

@@lastrasp The Neighbours bit was making me laugh, and other 'tourist' questions like "do you say this, or that", etc. Loved it.

[@Westside7be]

Thanks for showing the world the 959. Museums don't bring this kind of joy

[@huddy32]

What i learned from this video. I got in the wrong profession

[@homerp.hendelbergenheinzel6649]

this car always had a strange fascination to me. as a kid we played "autokarten" ( car-cards?). these were sets of 32 cars on cards with their spec - displacement, horsepower, cylinders, price, topspeed asoasf, you play against each other with your top card choosing a spec and whoever is better wins. i remember having this 959 in one of the sets and it was so strange to me that it was a porsche, its optics always drawn me in, but it is also somehow disgusting to look at, although the side line is very nice xD strange car, i think it was one of the 8 or 9 959 built later, because i clearly remember it was priced 1,5 million deutsche mark in the set and i couldnt believe that a porsche can be worth that much ( although now i understand, they shouldve priced it 10 million and try to make an overall win out of it ^^)

[@Jonoponomono]

You are living my dreams my friend. Excellent.

[@9WERKSTV]

My pleasure!

[@Goldmangun]

Epic! What a dream! Thank you ‘Paul’!

[@stuartd9741]

What an interesting video. Very lucky indeed to be able to drive such a rare car. As you mentioned in the video the F40 was a stripped out hardcore racer ~ 470/500hp Whereas the Porsche 959 444hp truly demonstrate the sophistication and technical achievement to achieve 200mph including creature comforts with "only" 444hp. It's possible to trump this video with a drive of a 918 spyder or to go full hardcore even a le mans 917. However, the Kudos alone of the 959 must surely trump either of the above.? ... What I'd like to know. what modern day porsche is a direct/close comparison in performance /power delivery. This may make it easier to convey the 959 experience in a modern context. ... As an aside, 31mpg from a 650hp Porsche is indeed quite impressive. Did you corroborate that with fuel used by any chance?

[@3HOCFRESKO]

oh yeah..imagine driving a supercar with the wheel on the right side. that must arguably most inappropriate thing ever as driver. also UK weather is that good if you want a rust free car.I'm big fan of PORSCHE but 959 is one of my favourite.

[@OScube]

The brakes is what makes a Porsche. And the cornering. And the control. And the dependability. And the beauty.

[@AKlover]

Can't have unlimited auttobahns in the U.S. due to utter lack of lane discipline. You'd know if this was shot in the U.S. because someone would whip into the left lane going 17 under the speed limit.

[@hauke4651]

If there was ever a guy who stands for total emotional interview ...it was you! I could see it in your eyes, your smile that you’re deeply impressed and not for show , for real! Thank for sharing that incredible moment !

[@9WERKSTV]

Thank you kindly! It's a pleasure to be able to share these moments with you.

[@louiskats5116]

What a great educational video Thank you 👍

[@9WERKSTV]

My pleasure

[@christosswc]

I was 12 at the time, the world was buzzing with the 959 and the F-40. Of course, us youngsters were more impressed with the F-40 because it was more raw and we counted everything in top speed numbers but...as time went on I was able to appreciate the engineering marvel that the 959 was. Today I would settle with the 930/964, so long as it has that traditional look and lacks electric steering because the steering feel of the old cars is everything to me as a driver, modern cars have killed my love for driving. Thanks for the memory flashback, I wish I were sitting in that seat instead of you, even for a short while😉

[@bikesqump]

Who among us would not sacrifice our entire career to have created the 959!!!

[@jamesthewineguy]

Fine piece of engineering --completely amazing! Best sound @ 14:01

[@metall1969]

The 959K “Komfort” model was not capable of 200 mph in stock form. The 959S “Sport” could go over 200 mph(211 mph). The sport model was lighter. It deleted the passenger side mirror, air suspension, rear seats, as well several other items.

[@russsavage1611]

Wow! What a day that must have been. Thanks for sharing. I like how you lost your place in the F-40 conversation. It was cool to see the reality and magnitude of that moment setting in. Great work. I hope you and yours are safe and healthy over there.

[@masterchinese28]

Driving the 959 on the autobahn would be on par with winning the lottery or dating a super model. It would be the kind of thing you would reminisce about with your friends at the old-folks home, saying "I lived an amazing life."

[@mazboengineer]

Great video mate 👌🏼 959 is my all time dream car 😍🤤

[@charlesbingham3122]

It’s great to see your excitement considering all the 911s you’ve driven Keep up the goood work your pronunciation and accent kills me lol

[@Duncan94]

Amazing video! Brilliant quality and you clearly know your stuff! Subbed!

[@9WERKSTV]

Cheers Duncan!

[@mattbuckley392]

Uber cool film ..... was that 260 KPH / 160 MPH whilst talking and reviewing .... really engaging stuff

[@framegrace1]

Bill Gates "loobied" with other rich Porshe fans to pass a "Show and Display" law which allows the import non FMVSS registerd cars by private owners if they have "historical or techical significance", and less of 500 units produced. That way he could drive his 959 which had been at that time more than 10 years in the customs.

[@saymyname218]

Wow! at 8.45, you show a picture of a 959 reg - OJN959. This actual car was owned by a friend of my uncle who bought it in the late 80s. I have some old video footage of us going in it 33 years ago. It's amazing that it still has the same number plate on it that Richard had on it when he first purchased it all those years ago. "It was a pretty serious car back in its day!" You're a lucky guy to be able to drive one!

[@888mf4]

Looks like a fun road trip Lee. Nice of Paul to throw you the keys to his 959.

[@stevendhanjal3679]

How sad Germany is following the rest of the Pathetic lockdown and restrictions for the China virus! You did a fucking amazing job narratively, and your knowledge of the history of Porsche. And your passion for in my opinion “The best sports cars ever built for the common human to engage in everyday driving. And feel like you are part of Le Mans !

[@sageanimist48]

All the manual Porsches I’ve driven the clutches are so stiff and hard on the ankles

[@u-groundkickz7431]

Don't apologize for getting excited driving this bad boy. It would be the best day in my life to take a ride in this Beauty. My alltime dreamcar since I was 12 years old🥰🤩. Great Video, thx a lot for sharing it.

[@SupahD30]

You are wrong about why Porsche couldn’t sell the car in the US.They could have given up multiple cars for cash testing as we did in Europe, but the price of selling the car is white would have bankrupt Porsche

[@twix1974]

excellent Video and what a G great car...we done Lee

[@9WERKSTV]

Thank you kindly!

[@leeellis6738]

Amazing car. Such an 80s icon. 2.85L flat 6 with 450bhp, although dynos have shown its closer to 480bhp. Wicked video

[@darrenstone3693]

Thank you for a fantastic video "That Nine Eleven Guy" I had a 959 picture on my bedroom wall as a young teenager. So knowledgeable listening to you while watching the video 👍

[@9WERKSTV]

Thank you kindly, Darren.

[@fieldlab4]

Interesting car but I was alive when it was released and in competition it was very disappointing and overshadowed by competitors at the time like the F-40 and the Audi race cars, both on the track and in group B rally. To be fair I don't think Porsche was serious about racing it. All this makes the car more odd and obscure, and one of coolest cars ever.

[@dominicmccartan8427]

Lucky bugger

[@auz17]

Porsche’s humble answer to Ferrari’s F40.....and interestingly was faster too. #Porsche #forever

[@rubioalejo]

Awesome performance on 959 !! Impressive!! Bench mark of the actual super cars!

[@Paul8342]

My favourite video of yours to date Lee - definitely living the dream! Fantastic stuff!

[@9WERKSTV]

Thanks Paul!

[@MarMPB]

Thanks for the video! It looks not doing that crash test was problably the worst decision concerning the 959 Porsche made! Imagine how many of those would they sold in the US plus maintenance costs, etc...

[@keithcarpenter5254]

This or Carrera gt? Tough choice. This is nearly as iconic,probably nearly as epic. Rarer? Dunno,you hardly ever see either! Gt for me though. Both if i was elon musk rich lol.

[@S58PSHIFTING]

¥ea what a piece of shit, yea back then it was a new thing but the price of it was ridiculous especially as a testing of engineering, but is this 959 worth the price? Hell no, its worth maybe 125,000 thats it, its garbage and very delicate. But that new Porsche is an art piece.

[@pappyodanial]

Why am I cool with your British accent but so many of them annoy me. You sound like you're from the 'Brooklyn' of England I guess or something I don't know. This is a great video.

[@TM-gg7wg]

Imagine driving down the autobahn and suddenly a fucking 959 speeds past you. The automotive equivalent to seeing a unicorn.

[@GarageBiljon]

Excellent video! You are a very lucky guy to have driven a 959, having the autobahn to your disposal while in a 959 is just nuts!! Life can only be downhill from here on 😅

[@9WERKSTV]

Ahahaha, agreed, there's not much left to look forward to after such a red letter day. I'll try hard to beat it though!

[@GarageBiljon]

Looking forward to your attempts at beating this one. 👍

[@borotone]

I'm not a Porsche guy, but your joy when you drive it is unmistakeable. I love your enthusiasm so I subscribed. I'm still an Alfista in case any of me mates see this comment though. Just sayin! :)

[@gmain1977]

I am a muscle car man , but the 959 is my favourite Porsche. This car is more relevant than the F40 as the tech in this car was what was to come in the future which is now. The Carrera GT is amazing but this is the Daddy of Porsche super cars.

[@morrisuddin3634]

Driving an old banger at 240 mph - you must have the balls the size of an elephant mate 🙂

[@johnnytampocao7671]

How nostalgic is this super car to me during the late 80's when my boss (a Sheikh) bought six out of 200 unit produced by Porsche, then he send back to Stuttgart 5 of them to change the exterior paint color and interior to his preference for a 100k each. This is his daily driver whenever he's out. What a beautiful car by then it's one of the rarest car of his collection.😀😀😀🏎🏎🏎

[@richboy900]

Epic car

[@MrVideostreamer]

nice vid, you have put the ´zündschlüssel´ in the ´zündschloss´😀greez from germany..

[@modernworldiscrap]

...and it's water cooled

[@dwarfyh32]

Lucky guy. Every credit to you and your dedication to the brand. Did the 959 'feel' faster than the 992 because of the old school set up?

[@jmarkr100]

Awesome videos. You should have a million subs. I love the shirt with the 911 gauges on it? I must have one!!!! Where did you buy it?

[@bobboberson2024]

Well, NOT 200... But fast enough! With lots of info. Now, let's let the pros drive at that speed, my friend.

[@mc_sonic2479]

beautiful car I would so love to have one of these one day but jesus christ a million dollars is just not possible from me, but my 944 S has been good to me even after all these years, why would I ever need a new car

[@Amazingpally]

I have no problems because I don’t mind what happens. If I had to earn a livelihood what shall I do, having no conflict psychologically? Because there is no conflict there is no ambition, then I don’t depend, then I will do what I can in the world.