I PAINTED IT!... Well Kind of - Wrecked Porsche 356

[@tobysettle8595]

Your paint match guy is an absolute master. In daylight there is virtually no difference. Good move!

[@fostermckeon9504]

It looks great. You have such restraint. I would have painted every last mark but I respect what you are trying to achieve. GREAT JOB 👏

[@richardsmith9509]

It doesn't look great: its a mess and he should fix it properly but he won;t

[@bernardraabe3434]

Looks great!

[@richardw3377]

I’ve been waiting months for you to clear the bare spots. Protect the metal and show the history of both the damage and your repair. But I have to admit, I like your decision.

[@waynemiracle8928]

I think it looks amazingly better! My hats off to the fellow who mixed the paint. It appears to be a perfect match. However, if it were my car I would paint the rest of the areas where the top coat chipped off. I would be proud to own your car as it is! You do amazing work Jared!

[@roypearce6968]

Yes it does look beautiful. And I you did the right thing. Keep enjoying it don’t let it be a trailer queen.

[@mikeanderson1330]

Some guy below commented about not masking was 'amateur." Hope you are being sarcastic or didn't watch the series on how this car got this far. Looks great! Enjoy the ride!

[@gregb91401]

It looks WAY better than before and I'm so happy you painted it to protect if from rust. When you said you were going to leave it un-painted, my first thought was rust. Now I can sleep at night knowing the metal is protected.

[@tint661]

You have made me happy. I know I don't matter and have no say what you do with your car. By keeping the rust to a minimum, and painting it like you did was the right choice. It just looks better going down the road also. Good Job !!!

[@cnmatl7]

Let's face it Jared... from day one you were caught between a rock and a hard place. Damed if you do... damed if you don't. In my view, given the rust situation, you've simply made the next logical move to solve that issue... you've stopped the rust. As long as you can keep car watchers 300 feet away from the vehicle, folks will think it's showroom perfect. However, as they get closer, the truth will be known. It is what it is. Once again, I agree with you and your philosophy. When you're sitting in the drivers seat cruising down PCH at 60 mph, it feels like the perfect ride. That's what counts for you and that's all that's important! As we use to say in the 60's.... ""It's your thing... do what you want to do"! Looks great and keep up the good vibes!

[@williamcalia2465]

It was a smart move covering the bare metal. You really don't have choice. Rust is not forgiving. When the time is right and it makes economical sense you can restore it but for now it works. Happy Motoring!

[@pmmccrea]

Bravo! Good decision, you'll be a lot happier with the rusting issue taken care of. Looks great!

[@chrisstang1966]

Definitely looks better. Good choice 👍

[@oscardansso6578]

Congrats!!! IT WAS THE RIGHT DESICION YOU TOOK.

[@danielhall3105]

I was initially surprised that you didn't use an airbrush but after seeing the result I think the brush did the trick without a lot of masking and hassel. You have an amazing set of skills. I think I would have gone to a replica build for my money. Still, watching you trim the ravelled rug pieces along the interior sides and the other areas where you saved the existing stuff remindes me of what Jay Leno and Jerry Sienfield emphasize. "it's only original once". Excellent job Jerod. .

[@jz9985]

You are spot o with the approach you have taken. Preserved its character without compromising with what you set out to do. Joe

[@ChrisPorsche]

Nice job looks great the touchup was a good choice for this style of rebuild. The paint match is stunning. Its your car do what the hell you want and ignore the moaning 'Karens and Darrens' of this world.

[@stebro2738]

having owned 3 356's, this is a time capsule. I would give my right *$# to have any one of them bac. PLEASE, do continue with the restoration of this irreplaceable piece of automotive engineering! I live vicariously through your efforts...

[@rrtownsend6432]

Looks better and still shows battle scars. Great video. Thanks RT

[@Juppe50]

Definitely an improvment! I'm also amazed at how well the color matches.

[@redrockplumber5124]

My old shop instructor would say it looks perfect... Doing 50mph in a hard rain. Lol No problem.

[@darrendouglas4796]

I agree that the paint match is pretty amazing. The brush technique gave me an idea to blend some fire damage on a VW Beetle I have. Maybe a little color sanding & some 'mild patina' would be cool?

[@seancasey2296]

It is a unbelievable good match !!! Looks good 👍

[@timhaisch5275]

Went from a 15 footer to a 8 footer! Amazing paint match.

[@sutterpark]

OUCHIES!!! Pay to repaint it no matter how you think the cost it will be! Later down the road if you have the desire to re sale it and you make a nice $$$$$

[@tommccall7540]

Cudos to the paint mixer, the painter. Amazing. Good job. 👍🏻🇺🇸

[@vayabroder729]

Great call; also protects the metal and keeps it cleaner. If and when the time comes replace the mangled parts with new or good OEM parts. Sometimes disposable income comes unexpectedly and if you really dig the car and want ro keep it you could do this someday.

[@cbpaton53]

... just watched all of your 356 videos, amazing stuff :) it was like watching a surgeon expertly, patiently, putting a very badly damaged (dead in most peoples eyes) patient back together, from a sad collection of parts into a classy human being. great job, well done :)

[@jonathansmythe6273]

I actually preferred it as was, & would have applied a clear coat protection, to prevent rust, but show its natural patina. But it certainly looks good from afar. I do know that's a difficult decision.

[@therealgaragegirls]

I agree wholeheartedly.

[@richardsmith9509]

A rolled Porsche does then NOT have a natural "patina" : what nonsense. Perhaps to you, good from far BUT very FAR from GOOD

[@therealgaragegirls]

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[@jonathansmythe6273]

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[@FixinBugsNStuff]

It looks good 👍.

[@dirtfloormotors]

A drive by paint job, it looks great when you drive by, hahaha. Good to protect the metal!

[@erniecothran3112]

I call that a 20/20 paint job. Looks great 20 feet away and 20 mph. Looks great either way.

[@dirtrusty7228]

I admire the way you went with this car. I would have had a gallon of Bondo on it by now.

[@louietesta3752]

It looks great 👍 it makes a big difference, the paint match is amazing, like you said it’s hard to tell you just touched it up. Specially outside in the sun, I think you should have done this before you went for the California drive but theirs alway next time. That had to be a fun trip. Looking forward to your next project.

[@nde.reality9706]

I'm glad you painted it.

[@erdilaras]

I was wondering why you didn't touch it up from the beginning, glad you did now! Nice work sir.

[@danielbardan5697]

Great paint match , looks 👍

[@jacyne355]

Looks so much better, before the damage was where my eyes went first now I see the whole car

[@rickster4455]

It looks so much better! Thank you for that.

[@geerstyresoil3136]

lol can't believe how close the paint match is lol

[@moudyblue]

It would preserve the car better for sure and I think it looks good Jared 😎👍🏻

[@Mikefngarage]

yea for future decision making. Once he sees how much they charge for a NEW fender and how bad they are made. He might consider straightening the existing. best to keep it from rusting.

[@Mikefngarage]

Great job....Next time pick up a Lettering quill it is much easier to paint with. plus there is a product called brush and roll additive for urethane or solvent based paints. makes it brush better on a large area like that. Just for future reference. Glad you painted out the rust I cant stand rust.

[@tommahnke]

Think you did great. I like the path you are taking with the car and enjoying it.

[@tizombie]

Congratulations on your car. The 356 is my grail car, little chance I’ll ever have one but I’m happy for you.

[@Jerod_Helt]

Thanks. I felt the same way for years until I finally found this one.

[@richardporter6201]

Looks fine in the end it’s your car do what you want. No one else’s opinion matters. Well you might consider consulting Walter.

[@johndemeen5575]

Good as new! Looks really good at night. Thanks from. St. Paul Minnesota.

[@martinsoler868]

And now you have a special and unique car. ;)

[@JWONG-pu8ky]

The touch up gave it more character!! you know those old race cars with exposed aluminum body with marks and bents from it being raced hard? Its also like this one but with color, and im really loving it more, the character and history gives it an appeal that even a mint 356 wont match

[@TonFordMustang]

It is almost perfect , leave it as is now ! .

[@georgeheissenberger3945]

I agree with why you painted the wrinkled exposed metal as a preservative, it looks 100% better. But if it were mine I would probably just go one more step to replace the fender and use Bondo on the roof.

[@danielhelbig1116]

Looks sooo much better thanks for making my day with this amazing video

[@trishc2101]

It looks really nice, well done.

[@tinmeister356]

Hi Jerod, I just don't think you'll be able to hold off on a real restoration for very long. You like this 356 too much. I've restored a couple of them and I still own them. The temptation is just TOO much! ;-)

[@stephenhenion8304]

Each step that you take, the car looks better, or drives better. Good call with the paint!!🎩🇺🇸🎩

[@joesam9094]

WAY BETTER! I would second coat those same areas to enhance rust protection and call-it-good.

[@davidparker3346]

Looks great, I would have done the same thing you did. I was actually thinking about it early in your series.

[@docholliday2754]

Deffiently like this videos over the silent ones.

[@herlinwoolery4388]

Looks great great indoors and outdoor.

[@akokarski]

Gotta have something on bare metal especially by the coast. Nice

[@greglong2784]

Looks good. Slow down or stopping the rust is a good idea. Good job.

[@projectpacer]

You always seem to amaze me with just little tweaks and things come out so well. Was concerned before about rust if you left it that way. I used to do body work on cars, so I like things to look perfect and restored....however I like your choices and it looks really good.

[@beaubryson4692]

looks great, good call.

[@thebruniverse276]

Nice job as always I’m surprised you didn’t sand and feather the edges of existing paint No use of etch primer or top primer before painting?

[@type2ryder417]

You can metal finish the panels, its so satisfying doing that and thats the only good reason to do it. Shame to see the bare metsl go but its the right choice.

[@victorthegreat1991]

For a car that is a semi collector car, I would have opted to do complete body work and complete paint.

[@kennethreiver985]

Look at it this way in the 1940s or early 50s they probably would have done that to the Model T to either preserve or improve the look of the car . I think you made a good choice . I use boiled linseed oil on the bleached paint spots on my 50 Ford but that wouldn't work in this case .

[@sadkomodo]

Clear coat it and enjoy it! Preserve the history of the car.

[@carni6319]

What a great project.

[@paulm.8554]

It looks great! Tony the paint whisperer did an awesome job matching the colour.

[@rossmoore2844]

Big improvement!

[@johnapel2856]

I think it looks good. It makes it a "20 footer", looks good from 20 feet away. You get closer and see the rest of the story. I kind of like the idea of keeping it "as was" but clear coated, and feathering the edges, but this worked the out fine, and it's your choice, duh! Well done as always. Thanks, and Woof to Walter.

[@Mikefngarage]

I would have done the same....Personally in the future I would not replace the dented panels. I would straighten them. yes it would be more work but that original metal is thicker than any replacement stuff. The replacement stuff is also not as straight as you might think. I did some early 911s back in the day and bought new fenders. NEVER AGAIN....more work than fixing what was there.

[@andrecosta8679]

Fantastic, much better!

[@rickdaniel8478]

Bravo to you Rust is OK on a rat rod only ! Cheers

[@birdssurfshed]

I am very like minded in your thoughts of preservation over restoration. I have a well worn but very original 1962 B coupe that as needed gets the touch up brush to prevent further degradation. I have salvaged old but original upholstery to sew into areas of mine that have faded and worn out. A friend of mine also has a very well kept 63 B but he is going the other route of restoration. What ever rubber etc. that comes off of his car that is still useable goes back on mine OR is saved for future use. To each their own I guess? Keep up the great work and fun videos please!

[@stephenglennan9963]

Wow! Nice Job.

[@michaelshingleton1628]

That is so much better. I understand you not wanting to put in “too” much money. I would use it to hone my metal working skills and see how close I could get it especially since things do not rust out there. Porsches are known as three year cars in Ohio. You could not pay it off before they would rust to nothing and are ready for junkyard.

[@justwatchingnothingmore]

Amazing job!

[@llmikeyj1]

Good decision I think, battle scars and make-up. That rain though...

[@wielowieprzwieprz1637]

It looks much better indeed, from distance even like undamaged. It will be not better to use primer under paint?

[@robj2704]

Certainly one would want to stop the rust. With the purpose of not showing a cover-up repair, it looks okay. Yep, it's knotty, but if that's what you want, fine. I watched all your videos on the T restoration, and I like that work also. You have two reliable cars.

[@BennyHolst.23]

It's still one of the most beautiful cars ever made - it looks good now ...

[@Claes_Isacson]

I think it came out great 👍

[@Jb42996]

Way better looks great.

[@WayneCook306]

I know what you are trying to do and yes it does look better but it would have been better to feather the edges of the old paint just to blend it slightly, I know you are not trying to hide the damage but I think that would have been a better way to go and still could be done..

[@ianhardin1148]

Seriously...what a paint match! More like "Tony the Paint Wizard! Was there a rust inhibitor in the paint? Yeah..from 10 ft away it blends totally.

[@Jerod_Helt]

Yeah he did a great job matching it. No rust inhibitor

[@TheSkskitey]

I like the paint touchup but you should have done all the areas which had no paint . The next problem i see is where the new paint meets the old , rust will form at the joins as moisture will get in and the old paint will start to flake off and still leave rust stains :-)

[@carguy4658]

Due to the ... vintage of this car, I assume you are already on the hunt for the body parts it will require in the future when you do a full blown body restoration?

[@taxidude]

I'm OCD...... I'd need a full resto or I'd lie awake all night! It's hard and expensive being me! ;)

[@hubertbelden652]

Looks fine 👍

[@larrysmith4918]

Perfect just perfect

[@waynehewitt6427]

Jarrod : it looks great. However, you should finish the job and cover all of the patches on the car. I apologize if I misspelled your name.

awesome .. congrats

[@DepthWish]

I think it looks better and it was sort of good that nature forced your hand to protect it from rust. I bet you do something more for the aesthetics before ten years passes. It's a super cool car that you brought back to life and needs one more push for body work. I think Jerry Seinfeld drives one around that is good but still imperfect. You are going to think about that a lot probably or at least I would. It could have scars but also have the crumbled parts addressed. Easy for me to say. Really great work and decisions you've made along the way. I've enjoyed being a passenger on the rid.

[@JakobKsGarage]

I woud have done the same thing. Good job 👍

[@windmill1965]

That looks very good. Although I do understand your motivation of not wanting to hide the car's history, if it were my car I would have touched up all spots on the car. Including those were the primer is visible, not bare metal. Is one layer of paint sufficient? Or would a layer of primer, followed by a layer of the touch up paint be better?

[@marklangren3142]

So you have a 50 50 paint job. Why are you hauling the liggage outside? I would put them on the back seats with the rest down. Did you get a tool kit with it, if not get a pulley wrench

[@bstoryswett2302]

Always a question in preservation and interpretation of the past. The story of this 356’s past mis-adventures remain evident. Don’t know whether the over-paint treatment provides more answers to those who encounter the car in-the-wild, but it will still be notable experience for them. Certainly assures a less maintenance intensive ownership future.

[@grovertn867]

Pluses and minuses with both. But it is still a wonderful project car!

[@joelluongo7419]

I expected a little more due diligence about the painting. Could have smoothed out some more.. then a prime coat for preventing rusting.. before final painting. I think the rust will come back.. and you will be back to square one. But, overall.. great work.. you brought life back into what was a piece of junk.. now it's a beautiful car!