Long Live Larry - Shift Pattern

It's safe to say that Larry Chen is our favorite automotive photographer. He can reflect his passion for what he's shooting through his lens like none other we know. Though, his love for photography isn't everything he's about. If you let him talk you through his series 1 1970 Datsun 240z, you'll quickly learn that his passion for driving is equal if not greater than that of photography. We had the opportunity to join him on a cruise up a couple of his favorite local canyons and also to shadow him on a typical day in the life of a Speedhunters photographer.
Song: RKDN - No More Nightmares
Special thanks to:
Jacob Jorgensen
Larry Chen
Speedhunters
John Cirone
and Magnus Walker
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[@Ohmz_i]

"It doesn't look so pretty"? dude, take that back! this is a beautiful car!

[@zWarps]

+Omar I my thoughts exactly.

[@crazyaf9400]

It is the first successful z

[@AnthonyHornellBlackForest22]

She's Beautiful Larry! Well done man!

[@MindDezign]

Five years ago...I started restomoding two Datsun Z's. A 73 240 and a 78 280. I watch Hooligan Autofocus all the time. my cars are almost finished 2021 ! And this is the first time I've seen this Video. Great, his car is even better now!

[@nosubs6736]

I love these old Z's. Bought a 75 260z this year and have been loving every bit of it. Still running the original 2.6 L series and boy does it sound and feel great

[@tjaquino2020]

I idolize him ever since I got into automotive photography, I wish he can be my mentor.

[@gamwpanagia]

Tj Aquino I am his biggest fanboy,hands off my Larry!! :P

[@tjaquino2020]

Oh, that's so gay mate..

[@larrychen5678]

Tj Aquino lol, you guys are hilarious.

[@tjaquino2020]

No sir, its your biggest fanboy that made this thread fun! Ha ha

[@gamwpanagia]

Achievement unlocked;Senpai has noticed me!

[@chestersing]

To Mr. Shift Pattern, keep up the great work. I love how Petrolicious features cars but I can't relate to many of the cars they spotlight. I have been waiting for a videographer like you who'd produce beautiful features on more down-to-earth cars and Japanese cars. Thank you. Larry Chen, congratulations on your beautiful SR240Z! Thank you forbcontinuously sending works of art our way.

[@ShiftPattern]

Thanks so much! We'll do our best to seek out content as awesome as Larry's S30 Z. Can't thank you enough for your support.

[@cnitis27]

I actually live 10min from the canyon road you drive on. I feel his passion for the Z. Mine isn't that pretty but I wouldn't trade my Z for the world. I had a crappy 8.50hr job and saved 5k in a year for my Z. Hope I get to run into him one day cruising the canyon. Amazing car

[@ItsMarkBernardo]

What road is this if i may ask? :)

[@somal1anwarlord197]

Hows it going my friend? it's been 4 years! Hope you both are doing great! ❤️

[@donchan1622]

I just got 260z I got so I can work With my 16 year son...! Very nice car Man U got there...’ enjoy and we love ur show.....!

[@KarlOsuchowski]

Thank you SO MUCH for this feature. Larry is my favorite photographer, the 240z has always been my dream car and I had NO IDEA he owned one. This is an insightful look at one man's passion for photography and automotive culture, and I think I will come back to this video for many years to come. Along my journey as a pro photographer, this video is a fitting reminder of my inspirations and aspirations.

[@joh3688]

this is the best datsun 240z video ive seen

[@joh3688]

and ive seen A LOT

[@quincymendoza3783]

I watch this every day!! I really want one and I need help finding one

[@Ohmz_i]

Quincy Mendoza i have spotted 2 in my area, the sheer joy spotting this is just incredible

[@spener1313]

I will say that having one brings me emense joy and pride to say I have a piece of japenese history but just like all old cars they have there temper tantrums. Just like Larry said it's my therapist. I'll sit in it or take a drive to clear my mind. Nothing beats going to the garage to see the silhouette of the long nose and slick back. if I was to give you advise rust is a huge problem with them and if you can find one with little to no rust jump on it. It will thank you in the end!

[@joh3688]

I dont usually like the stock bumper without the extended front bumper cover/spoiler, but this beaut changed my mind

[@DoctorBJ]

absolutely beautiful piece on larry's Z

[@TheActionistheJuice]

this car is motivation to finish mine. This is sort of the direction I want to go with on my 72 240z

[@tomstiff2322]

Nicely put together. Enjoy.

[@latinointheloftv2]

Lol I just read your article this morning when you said the owner thought it was funny I was like ha I just read this but it's cool to see it in video

[@hiks1969]

thankyou for sharing so good...

[@hybriddet1]

great video!

[@ParkerEdwardsParties]

So dope, nice stuff Mike.

[@RoninRS211]

Nice video..... Cheers Larry

[@bambammartin1556]

Looks like I’m late to the party here. Wish there was more content. Subbed just in case some more comes.

[@imsgoalie1]

4:00 Oh... you're fancy.

[@Ineptechs]

Great documentary, guys!

[@paulocuento9949]

i sub because of larry chen.. i got back into car addiction because of speedhunters

[@ChauncetonBird]

Super dope man!

[@illestdriven8090]

Love this vid👍

[@Bassett515]

I was looking forward to seeing a L28 et but you get what you get

[@nicolaslee7331]

This dude is crazy, how come it docent look pretty?!

[@datsunstef]

Very nice Z

[@BU91RN]

Love that obnoxious exhaust hahhah

[@drprick7432]

Give us an update on Larry’s Z!

[@anandthomas3034]

Long live 240z

[@MindDezign]

I love Z..." The Japanese Ferarri" Only...a Porsche 911 in the same era....has the same charm. But a Z Is so much more feindly on the pocket. By far the most enthusiasts car for Sports Car enthusiasts. You can build it any way you want...and its dripping with cool. Im building a 73 240Z and back dating a 78 280Z...pay check by pay check...and am happy I have my Samurai Street Sword...

[@MarshallSmith27]

I like him. he's true to nissan, not only is his Z a Nissan he drives a Titan. I've never owned any vehicle but Nissans also. A D21 Hardbody and a 300zx

[@MindDezign]

Where oh where is shiftpattern ? He has evaporated into the canyons ???

[@ajthomz]

soundtrack please..

[@kamikazeyamamoto4545]

Great looking Z Larry. I have owned a bone stock 71 240Z since 1976 and will NEVER sell it. In fact, I hope to acquire several more and do some restomods but not ruin the classic lines with fender flares, huge wings and all that other ricer boy racer shit. Question... You state your Z is a 72 but you have a hatch from a 70 (with air vents below rear window). Just curious why the change. I lived and worked in Hollywood for almost 20 years and remember those wonderful canyon roads. One of my favorites was Old Tujunga Rd. It is very popular with the crotch rocket crowd but often "sports car nuts" as well. I highly recommend it. If we didn't live so far apart (I now live in Georgia) I would be happy to give you some driving lessons. My teacher was an old friend and co-worker of my late father who raced Jaguars, MGs and Alfa Romeos during the Golden Age of sports car racing (1950's). Take good (great care) of your car and stay safe Bro.

[@ShiftPattern]

Thanks for your comment! Larry's car is a 1970 240z, so good catch! I think the confusion is that he starts saying 240z quickly after he says 1970. I'd love to see that 1971 240z in action though, sounds like it's a beauty. Thanks again for your support!

[@chrisae92]

oh ma god that blowoff valve 😍😍😍

[@BrianAndersonTT]

Wth man you should totally be allowed to love your job, we spend most of our lives at work!

[@simssimms6522]

I have a racing simulator with a psvr headset in a 7x5 underground concrete bunker with 400watt speaks and subwoofer and I have a vid with this car it's so real and sounds amazing in the bunker

[@999benhonda]

240's and 280's are going to be damn expensive before long. not that i can afford even a rough one now.

[@chikoloko135]

whats the down when you shift 2:12 , why does that sound happen?

[@JREXCLIPZ0821]

it's a blow off valve. most turbo cars have them.

[@chikoloko135]

Oh i didnt know that the blow off did that song, so if i add one it should sound like that when shifting? or i need a special one.

[@JREXCLIPZ0821]

+emmanuel cañas you can get a bunch of different sounding ones! just look up videos of blow off valve sounds and pick your favorite!

[@chikoloko135]

oh you can choose between sounds as well? lmao, and that kind of anti lag makes same sounds(machine gun sound) when the fire is comming throught the manifold and out the exhaust, or i need ignition delay for that, cuz im looking for both the cool (peewhiwhiwhi) sound of the blowoff, and also that annoying backfire sound...

[@gav240z]

4 cylinder sounds wrong in an S30Z :P

[@JaspreetSinghArtist]

Give me that car , Its sound really awesome

[@ChunkyChipz]

I sear the car's price goes up every month...

[@evang4928]

What happen to this KZbin page?

[@3rd-eye-neenja563]

taking the og L series engine out which is the heart of the classic S30 is a terrible thing and to me the car also loses value,,alot,,,,you want a turbo car buy one.

[@robtryall9036]

Nice political plug buddy