I Bought my First Porsche 911 Turbo (996)!

This is a car that I have wanted for years and I feel as if it is the natural progression for a Subaru Enthusiast. This is me New to me 2001 Porsche 911 Turbo (996.2). This thing is loaded with all sorts of goodies like a GT2 RS Wing, GT2 RS Bumper, GT3 RS Seats and some added Horsepower! This is something that I am so excited to be working on, Playing with, and learning more about. For now, we are going to do some basic things but in the long term, I would like to take it fully apart and Build my first Mezger engine. To start things off we are going to toss the 911 on the Dyno to see what we have and what we are working with!
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[@tommanning7337]

Tanner rips the Porsche apart in T-Minus, 5-4-3-2…………….🤣🤣 😎👍🏻👍🏻

[@Smeedia]

🤭🤭🤭

[@crushdamushrooms]

Huge congrats man! I also just recently bought my dream car, a 2009 Nissan GT-R so I know exactly how you feel! Enjoy it man!

[@Smeedia]

JEALOUS!!!!! One day I’ll snag one. How are you liking it?!

[@BobBob-jx1yt]

My dream car is also a gtr but I'm not that rich😂

[@crushdamushrooms]

@@Smeedia I am absolutely loving it! This car exceeded all expectations! It is unusual how much attention it gets. People still treat it like a supercar.

[@Smeedia]

@@crushdamushroomsI mean, it kinda is a super car imo 😅

[@shiloh5199]

2009 Nissan GT-R...that's what's up!!

[@chads7796]

Who's complaining about the lights.... it is a fucking Porsche 911 Turbo. Let's go! I completely agree. I have always said if I ever own a Porsche it has to be a Turbo, BMW has to be an M series, etc.

[@Smeedia]

That’s what I’m saying! The lights do not bother me at all! 🔥

[@mrblock2013]

A lot of people complain about these light. I think they refer to them as fried eggs.

[@PsunnProductions]

@@mrblock2013runny eggs

[@stansuarez]

The hate on the "Boxster lights" at least keep the prices of the 996 a bit lower than the 997s. I don't mind the lights at all. I might even take the gateway Boxster S route myself.

[@SupermotoCentral]

​@@PsunnProductionsno they are called fried eggs.

[@westonmickey3890]

This might be the car that finally blows this channel up... I'm okay with you progressing to Porsche, it's the most natural progression from Subaru. Subaru and Porsche are my two favorite car companies so this works out perfect for me.

[@Smeedia]

For me it’s just about enjoying the processes of things. If it happens that would be cool but I’m not loosing any sleep over it 🫡🥳

[@Boxsterox]

The Metzger is the most robust engine ever put into a Porsche. You will never have to rebuild that engine. I’ve owned two 996 TT cars over the years, as well as a GT3 street car and my current 991.1 Cup car which has the last Metzger engine put into a race car. Incredible engines. And love your philosophy about not caring what some in Porsche community feel about the headlights. As long as you like the car that’s all that matters. Plus those headlights actually span back to the epic GT1 race car, the last Porsche with an overall LeMans win.

[@bradgreen987]

Wow, that's a beautiful 911. The custom front end, and the wing, set it apart from others. Gotta love rear engine European content. Keep traction control on

[@Smeedia]

Things definitely going to take some time to get used to 😅🔥

[@stayshift]

Let's get it out of the way: Porsch-UH. Congrats, man.

[@Smeedia]

lol I’m working on it 😅 and thank you!

[@gregb8153]

@@Smeedia Just don't call it a Porch! Hahahahaah

[@davo5400]

The pure joy on your face 😊 I think you did the right thing getting rid of the two cars you don’t love and adding that sexy thang. Go Smeedia go!

[@Smeedia]

Felt like the right thing to do, more fun to shoot videos on a car you actually want to play with 🎉

[@OZBIE]

I absolutely love the STI's but this takes it to another level, congratulations!

[@Smeedia]

The driving difference between the two of them is insane. I figured they be a bit more similar in power delivery. But the 911 is SO smooth

[@aehjfgbuiahevuioerav]

Man i got my 996.2 turbo last year after selling my 2013 sti hatch so i feel the same way about the progression for subaru enthusiasts. Mine is completly stock other than wheels but not when the summer hits. Yours is absolutly stunning congrats!

[@Smeedia]

Thank you 🥳 the swap from Subaru to a P car is absolutely wild

[@tlib7]

Congratulations!!! I bought a 2003 C4S a few years ago & absolutely love it. Enjoy your new Porsche Turbo Brother!!! 🏁🤙🏾🏁

[@westonmickey3890]

My mom had a brand new 1990 Porsche 911 964 when I was 6... She had that car for 10 years and that car was the car that got me into cars and helped me develop my love for boxer engines and the Subaru/Porsche platforms..

[@Smeedia]

The 964s are such cool cars, rarely ever see them anymore!

[@DJProlificNYC]

Welcome to Gunther’s rich uncle Ferdinand !! Enjoy it brother

[@Smeedia]

Lmao I love this 😂🔥

[@john-danielmartin8753]

Top tier comment

[@WadeinWhiskey]

I’ve had a 996tt for 10 years now. I still LOVE it. I do 80% of my own work. As soon as you said you’re gonna do all work I subbed. Lookin forward to future 996tt content

[@techshedlington3106]

HELL YEAH... Its yours... Enjoy the car... 🙌🏻.. Everybody personalises their cars somehow... You'll do it your way 👍🏻

[@Smeedia]

Yessssir and thank you! I’m hyped to start digging into this thing 🥳

[@Oakpost122]

Key on left for quick starts at Le Mans back in the day. Driver could jump in turn key left hand and shift with right hand...

[@michaeledwardlenzi]

Welcome to the madness! I have an 04 GT3. It is my favorite car I have owned. I look forward to seeing what you do and what you learn. The Metzger engine is a lovely thing. No IMS and RMS issues, etc. Enjoy!

[@Smeedia]

Thank you and so far loving it, excited to start digging into it. 🥳

[@444BMWM4]

there’s this guy who lives in rhode island . as of late 2023 his 996.2 turbo had over 270k miles and was on original engine.

[@EdwardYG-Li]

Congratulations man ! Great great purchase !

[@gar24407]

The 996 GT3 and Turbo actually got the racecar engine. You can read the PN on the case halves starts with 964..., which means the engine lineage is back from the 1980s air cool engines. No IMS bearing issues, no bore score, etc. Now the coolant pipes can pop off the water pump on some cars under heavy track use. Dont let the coolant get corrosive, it will eat all the pipes, ask Tony Angelo😂😂😂. Cup holder is on the dash under the air vents (on my 2005). But is sneaky. Join PCA asap.

[@Smeedia]

Thankfully this one’s already had the coolant pipes pinned so we shouldn’t have to stress too much there 😅 the last owner swapped the interior to a Gt2 spec and got rid of the cup holder 😅 PCA?

[@gar24407]

@@Smeedia Porsche Club of America. Awsome people, they do all sort of activities from social dinners to track days.

[@frankdepasquale8715]

You made the best move I own 14 turbo s and a 2022 turbo s best car ever I owned 4 Nissan gets can’t even match up to the Porsche

[@nushooz6731]

Great purchase looking forward to this exciting times ahead ❤

[@lolobedolo8624]

Super happy for you💯

[@Smeedia]

Thank you 🎉 I’m so excited for this thing 🥳🤭

[@CompressorSurge]

Congrats! Perfect addition to the Subaru garage

[@flyingtam]

Awesome! Congrats on the dream car! Looking forward to seeing what you do with it.

[@Wrxz_e]

Happy for you!!!! Congratulations

[@Smeedia]

Thanks Ethan! 🎉

[@mickrichBMXWRXJapan]

So stoked for you! Can't wait to see what you do with it.🔥

[@Smeedia]

Thing is going to be a wild thing 🎉

[@PlumberWRX]

Wow man Congratulations !!!!!

[@Smeedia]

Thank you Plumber! 🥳

[@kjones7270]

Awesome dude! Props to you, good score 🤙🏻

[@Smeedia]

Thank you 🥳🥳🥳

[@adamweintraub6274]

Congratulations! Well deserved.

[@Smeedia]

Thank you Adam 🥳🥳

[@bryanribey]

Congrats bro this is epic

[@Smeedia]

Thank you Bryan! 🥳

[@thesubiefam]

Beautiful car brotha! Huge things for the channel 👏🏼🔥 keep it pumping 🤙🏻

[@nathanmorris9413]

Looks sick congratulations! Can't wait for the build.

[@Smeedia]

Thanks Nathan 🥳🥳

[@jrod0216]

Congrats Tanner!!! 😎

[@Smeedia]

Thank you 🥳🥳

[@timjp31]

I had a Porsche 981 mk 2 and I loved it, the ride finish and quality are second to non, now I'm driving a 2023 WRX and I love this one too, you and I have good taste my friend

[@savvypaul]

Congrats dude!

[@Smeedia]

Thanks Paul 🥳🥳🥳

[@da9pauly]

Congratulations 🎈🎉 so happy for you and looking forward to seeing the new content!!!

[@Smeedia]

Thanks Paul 🥳🥳🥳

[@CantBeStopped1990]

Super happy for you man! Been following your channel for a couple years and it's been so rewarding to see your growth. Keep it up!

[@Smeedia]

Thank you and appreciate the support! Been wild to see where things have gone 🥳

[@joshw8211]

Hell yeah man congrats!

[@Smeedia]

Thank you Josh!

[@Eegoor1976]

Congrats 🍻 buddy!!! Well deserved! Can’t wait to see your journey with this beast

[@Smeedia]

Thank you 🥳🥳🥳 excited for what’s to come with it 😁

[@Winborne09]

First, let me say that I absolutely love your content! I am from the south and say Porsche the exact same way you do (just with a heavier draw lol) I have been watching your videos for quite some time now and it has really helped me with the knowledge and "shortcuts" that you put in your videos. Love it man!

[@kagondemon]

congrats Tanner, I hope you continue loving it.

[@Smeedia]

Thank you! 🥳 I’m so excited for this thing 🔥

[@adamant4]

So happy for you Tanner 🙏🏼

[@Smeedia]

Thank you Adam! I’m so hyped for this thing 🔥🥳

[@dwaynestokes9518]

Love it homie. I’m proud of you

[@Smeedia]

Thank you Dwayne! Excited for what’s to come with this thing 🔥

[@dirty2jz283]

Congratulations its a great purchase you will love.

[@Smeedia]

Thank you! Excited for this thing and already exceeding my expectations 🎉

[@gabrielpenapena419]

Congratulations!🎉 you deserve that and more. I can’t wait to see the new journey. 🔥

[@Smeedia]

Thanks Gabriel 🥳🥳🥳

[@Cmfrs503]

Huge congrats 🎉, car looks amazing, we are all here looking forward to seeing what you do with it, and as long as your happy with the car that’s all that matters

[@Smeedia]

Thank you 🥳 so far been absolutely loving this thing!

[@peterose4650]

So happy for you Tanner !!! The 911 is beautiful and I absolutely love the color💗💗💗 Congrats bro!!!!

[@Smeedia]

Thanks Pete! 🥳

[@omialmanza1900]

Congratulations on the 911 turbo Tanner! Very happy for you 👍🏼 hope this brings you alot of smiles per gallon(s)!!

[@Smeedia]

Thank you Omi! I am so so excited about this thing 🥳🥳🥳

[@DannySpins]

Congratulations dude!!!

[@Smeedia]

Thanks Danny 🥳

[@tbone3772]

so excited for you man! this should be a sick series! congrats bro

[@Smeedia]

Thanks my dude! I’m hyped for this thing 🎉

[@dannyb9836]

Good on you bro! I’ve got the same car ambition and it’s something that I can’t explain. Porsches are just cool.

[@MennoniteMensch]

Such an underrated channel. Subaru content was so well done, looking forward to the Porsch(e) content to come

[@6ryant__]

Congrats Tanner, well deserved car brother. Love seeing you step into a new yet similar world, couldn't wait for the video after seeing Insta😆

[@Smeedia]

Thank you! I’m excited to dig into a new type of flat engine 😁😁😁

[@JoeyLeBlancMusic]

This is SUCH an amazing accomplishment Tanner 🙌🏽 super happy to see this is on the channel 👌🏽

[@Smeedia]

Thanks Joey! I’m so hyped for this thing 🥳🥳🥳

[@kheff46]

Congrats Tanner! You earned it

[@Smeedia]

Thank youuu 🥳🥳🥳

[@darthplays5472]

Supper stocked on this build! Great choice! Excited to see your vision for the car come to life.

[@Smeedia]

Thank you 🥳🥳🥳 excited to see what we can do with it 🚀

[@dennisglodoski6365]

Congratulations brother!!

[@Smeedia]

Thanks Dennis!!

[@nickma1422]

Love ur videos man

[@hatefunwrx]

Congratulations on that beauty.

[@Smeedia]

Thanks buddy 🥳🥳🥳

[@NBMBC40]

Great car good choice

[@Smeedia]

Thank you 🥳🥳🥳

[@kevind_53]

So happy for you🥳 enjoy your new car and keep growing🚀🌛 New adventures ahead 🚗💥💨🔥

[@Smeedia]

🥳🥳🥳🥳

[@DREAMS2REAlITY]

Congratulations man that is so cool 😎 happy for you brother and can’t wait to see what you do with it

[@Smeedia]

Thank you 🥳🥳🥳 I can not wait to start getting into this thing and seeing what we can do with it

[@TommyPickIes]

Fire 🔥🔥🔥

[@Smeedia]

🥳🥳🥳🥳

[@Somber.Killer]

That thing is freaking gorgeous man. Congrats.

[@Smeedia]

Thank you 🥳🥳🥳

[@R1Armadill0]

Niiiice! Super excited for this! I'm right there with you on interiors. Needs to be all black.

[@Smeedia]

The all black interiors are just 🤌

[@jptothetree]

Dude 🥲 Congrats!

[@Smeedia]

Thank you 🎉🎉🎉

[@flcracker1443]

Thanks for this video. I'm actually in the process of buying a 2001 911 turbo. I'll definitely be subscribing and watching what you do with yours!

[@shiloh5199]

My dude...God Bless!!

[@Smeedia]

Thanks buddy 🥳🥳🥳

[@911CARRILLO]

I love it, Tanner! congratulations brother..

[@Smeedia]

Thank you 🥳🥳🥳

[@smillman437]

Bucket list level purchase. I’d want basically the exact same thing out of a Porsche *when* I get one. The exterior mods, brakes, and interior improvements are stuff I can totally imagine you going anyway. It’s so cool that all your hard work on the channel and fixing/building cars and motors has afforded you the opportunity to get this car man. I’m gonna do the same thing as my retirement ride.

[@Smeedia]

Rooting for ya to get one! Feel super lucky to stumble across this one that already has slot of the stuff I would already do 🥳 thing feels absolutely wild

[@Conranos]

Congratulations on the Porche! You and your channel were a big inspiration for me getting into cars and a huge learning resource. Even though I did end up becoming a Honda driver. You definitely deserve this!

[@Smeedia]

Thank you and appreciate the support! 🥳 one day I’ll dabble with the Honda stuff 😅

[@christopherthompson9642]

So dope. Proud of you for working hard and securing a dream. 🤙

[@Smeedia]

Thank you Christopher 🙌🥳

[@dielawn8470]

You deserve it my guy!

[@Smeedia]

Thank you 🥳🥳🥳

[@thayerross]

Dude this is so sick!!!

[@Smeedia]

I’m big hyped for this thing!🥳

[@mynameispremo]

Sweet dude!

[@Smeedia]

Big hyped for this thing 🥳🥳🥳

[@MattyP.-ns5dh]

Congrats Tanner! As an owner of a ‘21 STI I love the Subaru content, but also as an owner of an ‘09 911 Targa I can’t wait for the P Car content! Keep it up!

[@flintlock_s]

It’s awesome seeing you tackle new platforms! Can’t wait to hear the 911 screamin’ with a new exhaust!

[@Smeedia]

Thing definitely needs to be louder, wayyyyy to quiet 😅

[@SJ00025]

Congrats man, it's seriously awesome. Must admit you sounded a bit down at the end, definitely don't be, you've got to make the content that makes you happy. I'd be very surprised if anyone didn't support the new car, yes a lot of us may have started watching your channel due to the subbie content, but even after those cars are gone (sold mine after 6 months) we still stay because of you and the content you produce not for any one type of car. Keep up the great work man, I look forward to seeing where this goes.

[@Smeedia]

I appreciate that Shawn, when I see a handful of negative comments at times when getting rid of the WRXs made me a bit down but I understand where people come from. Making the changes to no longer do that and get back to making videos on the cars that make me happy 🥳🫡

[@DGMWRX87]

This is awesome! Congrats! My Dad has a 2001 996 Turbo that he bought new back when. They are amazing cars, I’m excited to see where this one goes!

[@Smeedia]

Hot damn he’s holding on to that thing 🥳 I’m stocked to see where this one goes 🔥

[@SUp3RpooP3r7698]

Congratulations Tanner! Love my STI but a Porsche would be something else. Can't wait to see your plans with it

[@Smeedia]

Thank you! They both definitely have their place. It kinda feels like an STi on roids 😅

[@longdomedia]

Congrats homie! Such a beautiful car, keen to see what you plan for it!

[@Smeedia]

Thank you! I’m hyped to dig into something new 🎉

[@longdomedia]

​@@Smeedia your hard work just continues to pay off, at this rate you'll have a gt3rs before ya know it 😅

[@anthonymoreno5292]

No need to explain. Just keep turning wrenches. We love watching.

[@Smeedia]

🫡🫡🫡🫡

[@muggzymurda420]

So stoked for you dude. Your opinion of your car is the only thing that matters. Excited to see you loving it. Thanks for bringing us along dude. Much love

[@Smeedia]

Thank you! So far been absolutely loving this thing!

[@WubstepX]

Sally Carrera!!! Great choice dude!

[@patrickgarvin2570]

Good on you bud. Glad you did something that makes you genuinely happy and not for any other reason. ❤❤❤ one of my favorite generation Porsche, to be honest. 😊 enjoy!!!!

[@Smeedia]

Thanks Patrick! Feels good to be excited about another project again 🎉🎉

[@jasperkuitert9117]

Congrats on the 996!!!!

[@Smeedia]

Thank you 🥳🥳🥳🥳

[@SeamusMcFitz-jz9if]

The seats are worth it!

[@444BMWM4]

you saying 100k mile made me feel so relieved . it feels so attainable . keep inspiring

[@spencerburt3426]

The exterior mods on that 911 look really good. Sweet pick up

[@Smeedia]

They definitely help the overall look of it 🔥🙌

[@GlassfilmWeddings]

Congrats! Finally an engine that not garunteed to blow.

[@artblackwood7936]

That thing is just beautiful.

[@Smeedia]

I love it 🥳🥳

[@joepepe6517]

Congrats man. Porsche is the true dream car.

[@Smeedia]

Thank you 🥳

[@DavidSmith-mf8ik]

well done you deserve it 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@Smeedia]

Thanks David 🥳🥳🥳

[@sk8mike_1]

I think this will become your favorite car over time. Congrats my guy!

[@Smeedia]

I can foresee this 😅

[@jeanhamby996]

awesomely awesome great car very excited for you....let`s go !!!!

[@Smeedia]

🥳🥳🥳 so far it’s exceeded all of my expectations for it!

[@ESO_HOWEY]

I love the 911!

[@Smeedia]

They look so good 😩😍

[@Bluebug02]

The GT additions are so fire 🔥

[@Smeedia]

Definitely helps the looks 🔥🔥🔥

[@vertigocustombuilds8650]

Congrats on the 911 point ever since watching bad boys one I have loved those cars! that would be a dream car of mine as well but for now, I’ll keep rocking my VA STI! can’t wait to check out the new content with that car again congrats.

[@Smeedia]

The Va is such a good STI for daily duties and modification stuff though 🔥 big hyped to jump into these things 🎉

[@bad_puppy_6740]

Ooh! Rear wiper and sunroof!! 😎

[@Smeedia]

Having a rear wiper is kinda nice tbh 😅🔥

[@bad_puppy_6740]

Ideal for rainy Seattle