Modified Porsche 996 Carrera - One Take

This 2000 Porsche 996 Carrera was bought as a track-only car by its current owner, who is slowly converting it back to street use. It has the stock powertrain, but a host of track-ready upgrades in the suspension and chassis department, and represents a fun, fast versatile car for California summers.

[@enigmaPL]

I don't get peoples hate towards the 996. It's actually my favorite era. These turbo 996's in deep blue, with those curvy 5-spoke factory rims and the turbo wing with the front splitter look fantastic.

[@DCSPEED23]

agreed but I'll take it in black

[@jameszx7]

enigmaPL, some ppl don't like it bcz it departs from the air-cooled era, to liquid cooled. Also, they didn't like how it shared headlights with the boxster. I too like it regardless of the haters.

[@Stephen981cs]

They also hate the headlight design. Plus the 996 had the horrible IMS issue unless you got a turbo or GT3

[@jackallen6261]

True. The problem is which 5%? Since no one knows which car is going to be affected you must assume yours is going to grenade so...you pretty much have to take the precaution and an engine out service isn't exactly cheap. If you can do it yourself in the drive way fantastic if not you're looking at several grand in labor alone.

[@christophercolumbus8944]

the headlights and the over all profile in my opinion there is a reason they don't do that shape anymore

[@felixarbable]

id really rather donate you 10 bucks than ever watch an ad

[@chevykid00]

Then pay for KZbin Red. $10 a month, no ads.

[@inkno701]

But then you're giving the money to Google and not really supporting the channel

[@felixarbable]

exactly

[@chevykid00]

But then he's still getting the money for you watching ads, even if you didn't. In fact I believe it's better for him for you to watch it from KZbin Red than to watch it with ads. Unless this is the only thing you watch on KZbin, Red would make it better for everyone.

[@testpilot2184]

Did you give Matt $10?

[@mattias8039]

Got a 996 C2 3.6 manual, no sunroof or PSM. Bare standard bar the Ohlins r/t coilovers. Amazing car, fantastic dynamics and sports car deal of the century! This one is a keeper 💎

[@HansBrodiAutomotive]

No add block here, keep on driving Matt!

[@mia1shooter]

Pussy...

[@edgards]

I really hate ads Farrah, setup a Patreon and I'll happily donate a few bucks!

[@mattkirkland5161]

Same. Happy to help, but I won't be bothered with stupid shit

[@electricfeel9501]

liar

[@TheBlackDeath3]

I'll second this motion. I'd much rather send a few bucks Matt's way each month than reconfigure AdBlock + NoScript and watch ads.

[@RM-ty1rd]

Awesome car Matt! It appears more than reasonably fast for your skill set and I say this with total respect. This will teach you how to maximize a momentum vehicle if you are attuned and willing.

[@ItsMikeArre]

I'll trade you my Honda for ur Porsche deal ? "Deal" I just have one question How drunk was that guy ? Lmao

[@TheBb6prelude]

maybe the guy had a crazy s2000 build.

[@gaberod46]

Well where I live both can be found for the same price

[@flacjacket]

996's are by far the least valuable generation of 911, they are worth more or less the exact same as most S2000s are now. The S2000s are on the way up, they are worth more or less as much as they were brand new now and it's only going up.

[@5887MXX]

Also upgrades (whether legit or not) usually lower the value of a car, but still, I'd say he got a good deal lol.

[@pmp1337]

People may laugh at him now. But in 10 years the S2000 will be the last NA convertible Honda and the 996 will continue to be the ugly 911 no one likes. And to be fair that 996 isn't in mint condition, actually the collect-ability was ruined by being a road car with track upgrades which reversing is actually a good idea. It's a good deal for both. One guy got a Porsche for an Honda and the other traded an ugly duckling for a future cult classic.

[@audioisgood]

Matt, you should drive the 996.2 with the stock 3.6 motor (up from 3.4 in early 996s). It really solves the power problem of the pre 2002 cars. 3 gear would have pulled that hill you went flat out on.

[@1970borntorun]

Well, that's a RELATIVE statement which is true. However, with that said, only an idiot or Paul-Walker-wannabee kid would consider the 3.4 "slow" .

[@boostfiend]

Love my 996. It's getting better and better.

[@CalebClix]

I think this is one of my favorite Porsche!!!

[@markr5132]

Another very pleasant video, the host has a nice honest dialoge and is very realistic and respectful of the owner, while giving a fair assessment of what he reviews.

[@jcwebb540]

"For such an old car..." Ahh... youth

[@danielparisi6614]

911's always look so smooth on roads like this. This one looked like a lot of fun

[@04dram04]

I freaken love the wing on this car. Fits the 996 perfectly

[@normanklature6014]

You would like mine better, mine looks like an inverted Boeing wing on each side, I get a lot of middle fingers from the have-nots when I drive it. My town is not ready for a successful white new comers. Making the Porsche a Very dangerous car to drive

[@DjRjSolarStar]

I dunno about that yellow wing on the back.....

[@ScottPC]

Would look better in black for sure!

[@dimasmatos94]

he changed is trunk beucase of the GT wing it had, i bet he is about to paint it... or maybe he likes this way.

[@The_Unkn0wn_5.0]

+ThatGuyNamedScott. C Nah. It would be better if it were sticker bombed.

[@ScottPC]

PowerofMetal247 not on a Porsche!

[@dimasmatos94]

PowerofMetal247 carbon fiber :D

[@timothystumpf2834]

i didn't even know adblock was a thing until you started talking about it. i would never do that. that's a huge part of how you guys get to keep doing what you do

[@-fuzzerich-5709]

BEEN WAITING FOR A PORSCHE ONE TAKE SINCE FOREVER - Glad that you finally delivered! Keep em coming, you gotta find some more Porsche owners. What would also be a cool addition is to talk about what they do in life if the person is comfortable with sharing it so you get to know the owner a little better ;)

[@tommyparr6405]

Porsche 2ng gear pops out on mine too. Don’t hold it in tho cuz it will grind the gears. Just throw it in and make sure if it comes out your quick about taking it out and putting back in. I thought I was the only one.

[@JohnBaxendale]

I think you nailed with the comment about it being perfect for clearing your head on a weekend - I work in IT during the week and am behind a desk, it's so nice to either spanner on the (wonderfully analogue) 996, or take it out for a drive and just enjoy the manual driving experience. Love the way it looks too, one of the best looking 911's in my (completely biased) opinion :)

[@joegreve6585]

IMO.. It's not that you're asking for handouts. It's that we're asking to give them to you, because you provide valuable content to us - but you don't want us to through any easy means besides ads. Patreon is just a really easy way to support people in a really tangible way. Lots of us want to support you, we enjoy what you do. And we know that straight-up money is one of the best ways to do that. Some of us don't really want to support you through *just* disabling our ad-blockers. You make AWESOME content, Matt! Recognize that, and let us support you in it using more means than just watching ads!

[@Knezicdex]

I don't even use ad-block(have it disabled). The ads today (at least on YT) are far more reasonable than they were a few years back, and i understand that they are very important for yt content creators.

[@MrSlowestD16]

Nice car, really like these 996's, nice balance of a budget car with performance - especially for more budget minded people.

[@vdubjetta02]

I love my 996 for canyon carving... Great handling cars

[@funkaydonkey]

"watch an ad, it doesnt cost you anything" MY TIME IS MONEY, MATTHEW!!! ...but all jokes aside, how do I turn off adblock for just this channel??

[@banddude121]

Would just turn adblock off for all of youtube. Can also try just going this channel's page and turning it off.

[@rock-oz7eg]

+Hear That? Lol why the hell would I force myself to watch ads? Time is money, aint gonna waste 1min/video for boring ads.

[@funkaydonkey]

to support a channel we like.....its not rocket science

[@banddude121]

rock Time is money? Says the kid still in middle school. If you're spending time on KZbin, you aren't making any money anyway. That 1 minute spent watching an ad isn't going to make any difference at all in how much money you make. Look forward to putting money in your cup on the side of the road though.

[@rock-oz7eg]

+Hear That? Good read.

[@BlakesGarage]

I want a 996 so cheap for such an amazing car.

[@geronimojunior3095]

Isn’t cheap anymore at least the coupe put few dollars on top and you can get a 997

[@MilesFromExtraordinary]

A decent 996 seems to be going for 14k, whereas the best price 997 I'm seeing on AutoTrader presently is 28k......

[@geronimojunior3095]

Miles From Extraordinary where 14k? In your dreams maybe

[@boostfiend]

@@MilesFromExtraordinary - A truly decent 996 will run you nearly twice that. The lower priced examples need work.

[@christophercolumbus8944]

@@boostfiend on autotrader they're at $25k?? cheapest

[@1jiveturkey1]

Huh. This video actually changed my mind for the better on the earlier 996's. You can tell that this car is a blast.

[@thomash6111]

While I despise the old version of revenue via ads ( like TV from 30 yrs. ago), I whitelisted your site in AB+ because you asked. Thanks for the great content!

[@JonAlycia]

You know what Matt. You're right. I shouldn't be using ad block on this page. I enjoy it. I always left it on because I'm lazy and thought I had to turn it off and back on after and it's annoying. I'll look into the settings and see if I can add specific pages to an allowance list.

[@blacksheep7576]

I love how it looks in the thumbnail

[@kawrx2002]

Trading an S2000 with a 996 straight up, my first question was whether or not the IMS was serviced/ retrofitted.

[@frankth3frizz]

I laughed out loud when I heard Matt say "weeeee" going around a slight bend. makes me happy.

[@Rockit181]

looks like a very fun way to go for a reasonably priced Porsche

[@McJerkins]

Matt seemed happier in these times than now. Kinda treats guests better. These old One Takes are the best!

[@sethirwin5132]

Loving the new window view. Conveys the speed far better.

[@wesleycarusos8225]

I am the proud new owner of a 2002 C2. Amazing car. I'm putting that wing on mine. I'm wondering if the exhaust on that is stock. I don't think mine's quite that raspy.

[@klasseact6663]

Funny how Matt pointed forward when asking about the engine being stock, Freudian slip, LOL.

[@iamsam8446]

Pretty damn sweet for 16 years old! For only 300 hp, looks like it drives nicely.

[@android-ud2nf]

I wish you could do a 2010 dodge ram 5.7 hemi with bolt ons. most everyone in my community drives a ram chevy or ford and it would be nice to see one

[@android-ud2nf]

ram chevy or ford pickup I mean.

[@zalien6]

He did do a ram already. It was an RT I think it was one of the Texas episodes and he also did a f150 also from Texas

[@RM-ty1rd]

The guy says the 911 is reminiscent of his S2000. lol, other way around. What steal...a straight trade for an S2000. Talk about the stars lining up! Good for him though.

[@yuolo9979]

I'll support this channel and keep AdBlock on :) Hate watching those 30second-1minute ads before the video

[@Ven100]

I'd keep the wing yellow but paint the engine lid underneath black/color match. Paint the front lip and mirrors to matching yellow then you'd be set. You could even do front lip AND side skirts yellow.

[@aggt9266]

My Grandfather went to Pasadena Art Center and I almost applied there myself! Awesome Porsche Andrew

[@Cogito1978]

Matt, i used to run super sports for track usage/street and switched to AD08r's last year. I have been very impressed with them and, in my opinion, they are the best before going to r compounds. Also they are incredibly durable - more so then super sports.

[@DavidLarson15]

I pay for KZbin Red so I can't whitelist you. But I will keep upvoting these videos.

[@VinceMorin]

What browser & ad blocker to you use?

[@TheSmokingTire]

Thanks for using Red! That's fine!

[@ColinBlountPhotography]

Red gives Matt revenue

[@madcrowmaxwell]

I don't even bother with Red. I just watch the ads. KZbin as a whole is whitelisted. Video ads before videos just don't bug me the way popup flash ads annoy me.

[@DavidLarson15]

Well, I bought it for GPM, KZbin Red was a nice addition.

[@Afistnu]

How can I make it so that the ad blocker doesn't block your videos since the url's are unique for each upload?

[@TastyChickenWing]

turn it off before clicking one of TST videos.

[@Afistnu]

Yeah, did that. Just thought there could be another way.

[@ebutuoy4811]

Upgrade to windows 10 spyware and wrap your device in tinfoil!

[@DozIT]

+563ripper or content creators can stop being assholes and having whole page ads, and pop up ads, and misleading ads. I have white listed KZbin, and other sites that don't use bad advertising tactics, but I think in order to browse the internet safely and quickly Adblock is essential

[@Malthus]

addons.mozilla.org/fr/firefox/addon/youtube-channel-whitelister-fo/

[@mcspikesky]

Matt's Porsche-desire is high

[@crazygreek57]

Love that One Take's Matt! keep up the good work!

[@The_Unkn0wn_5.0]

Yay you brought back the in car camera!

[@xtravisxmanx]

Saw this guy at Alice's last summer. His car looked much better back then imo but still looks great.

[@Vexxed_67]

+TheSmokingTire I hope you can one day come back to Orlando, I am building a 435i and every time I upgrade it I think of how much I want to show it to you.

[@victerzian2140]

I love the 996. Probably because it's the only 911 I can afford LOL. Anything older than that or newer than that is going to cause me to refinance my house to own one. So I'll stick with the 9 9 6

[@Engineerboy100]

Engine sounds really good. Nice video.

[@goatmonkey2112]

Matt just nailed the reason that Porsches are a tough sell for me as a cheap fun weekend car. If you get one of these for $20k - $25k or so, if the engine fails, you're in for that much again. You see him talking about how great these cars are, and I'm sure they are, especially when someone just hands you the keys and you don't have to pay for anything. But when it comes down to it, I see what he actually purchased. I agree with Matt on that.

[@Drunken_Hamster]

If the engine fails just LS swap it. More power, less weight, dirt cheap (can do a fully built N/A LS-454 for the same price, though), greater reliability/durability, cheaper parts if it DOES need work, AND it's already been done a few times so there's literature on the subject. Shit, you could buy one with an already blown motor and make a project out of it. You could also do a turbo K-swap or a turbo J-series swap for similar results. If you REALLY wanna get crazy you could look into a ZF 8-speed transmission swap with a turbolamik TCU and virtual clutch pedal for the ultimate transmission. Nobody has turned it into a torsen equipped transaxle yet, but from what I've seen of various variations, not to mention custom machining, it SHOULD be possible to do so. If you keep the weight balance 60/40 with RWD only, give it a 4-turn steering rack on steering knuckles that provide 50 or 60 degrees of steering angle, and parallel steering or a touch of anti-ackerman you could even make it into a decent all-rounder with the ability to drift extremely well.

[@TheCrazySquirell]

I'll donate to a patreon or paypal happily. I will not watch ads.

[@qikqbn77]

Congrats Andrew on getting in to Porsches! The 996 3.4 liter is a great place to enter for the money. This particular year came stock with a double row IMS bearing, which is very robust. It's great that it was already swapped, but this particular year and model don't have too many IMS issues. It's the 2001-2005 models that I would recommend the IMS bearing replacement for sure. Looks like you already have the GT3 front bumper so I can see what look you are going for. Add the GT3 side skirts and paint the tail black and you will have a really great looking car. Definitely do some track days. You will really appreciate and get to know the mannerisms of your 911 more on the track. Car sounded great and looked really light based on the interior delete modifications. Enjoy and drive it like you stole it!

[@johnypiston]

This is awesome ..you should create a Welcome Pack.

[@BlandNutz]

everytime I see these canyon roads I think of the film duel,theyre so similar.

[@footballfanatic5060]

Matt- this cars suspension is terrific what is it Asian guy- yuh

[@wickeddr]

hey matt ive taken notice that your finaly uploading alot more frequently thanks!!

[@HaloHamstur]

I don't mind watching ads before a video but when they are in the middle of a video that's when I want to use adblock

[@paulreese1291]

The real joys of owning a 996's are being able to work on it. Having owned 356's, 912's, 911's, and 914's they are a complete bargain just change the man seal, IMS, water pump, thermostat, and Gibbs oil changes and your good to go.

[@sgttombailes3380]

Love my '99 996 C2 cab. Daily driver! Couldn't find a better daily driver Porsche!! LN IMS sorted etal~~ engine out service!

[@timweydert3490]

I did not know you could "whitelist" specific channels. That's awesome, done!

[@camryt]

Hey Matt, I noticed you don't put wheelwell links in description anymore. Is it on purpose? Sometimes I'd like to see more photos or specs of the cars tested.

[@TheSmokingTire]

wheelwell was a sponsor of the channel, and now they are not, which is too bad because I thought it was a good partnership.

[@Z06Boss23]

i only subscribed to wheelwell because of you Matt. their loss I guess

[@djdaily6488]

Youre the only channel i disable my adblock for haha. Only cause you're a legend.

[@Jesters-Jinx]

Hey Matt! I was at Grid Life, but I didn't know you were going to be there! I heard your voice when you on the PA, and got stoked! Went looking for you cause I love these vids, wasn't able to find you though. Come back next year, would love to take out on the track in my m3.

[@ChaosphereIX]

never been a Porsche guy, but this is a great daily sports car. Wont go wrong, easy on gas...not much not to like.

[@ZenGamer97]

how can you call yourself a car guy and not be into Porsche's. It goes hand in hand

[@ChaosphereIX]

ZenGamer97 I like Italian cars. I drove a Boxter S once, wasn't for me. Too clinical. Now, I respect them and know their capabilities, but I prefer Italians. More zazz.

[@mrenzo2004]

you're comparing a boxster to a carrera...

[@ChaosphereIX]

mrenzo2004 SO WHAT. And no I am not. I said I just have never been a fan of Porsches, especially their looks and engine note - not for me. The car doesn't appeal to me. Just because you like 911s doesn't mean everyone else needs to as well. I have been driven in a 911, felt fast and was a nice place to sit. But I also have been driven in a Gallardo. Preferred that.

[@mrenzo2004]

ChaosphereIX why are you getting butthurt? You saying you don't like Porsches and stating you drove a BOXSTER S is like saying you don't like mustangs because you drove the v6 base model...

[@adamdrumonde1664]

Hey Matt. I just wanna let you know that if you had a Patreon I'd subscribe to it. I recognize what you do takes a lot of time, effort, and money damnit. It's not asking for handouts when you deliver content as quickly, consistently, and passionately as you do. Keep up the great work, man. Also I've given up on ABP's built in whitelist options. Despite following several guides I still don't see ads on your channel unless I disable ABP. I take it from all the comments I've read here and elsewhere suggesting the need for supplementary plugins to simply whitelist in ABP properly, that I'm not the only one that's genuinely trying and failing to give KZbinrs I follow some ad revenue. I'd recommend a sternly worded letter to ABP.

[@XxGeNuiN3xX]

man when i was a student i drove a 2001 retired police chevy impala lol

[@shaunlastname391]

That is pretty cool though

[@ImLeuff]

What's up with a dark line splitting the windshield? The new boxster video had it too, is it just a porsche thing?

[@therealboofighter]

It might be a radio antenna.

[@vwgolfer1873]

was wondering the same thing

[@Bolek989]

For real I thought my iPhone had a crack on the screen. Freaked me out

[@stereolababy]

yes it's german engineering so just accept it

[@Billy_Darley]

yes you're a fucking dumbass so just accept it.

[@rrpostalagain]

I really am thinking of getting a 996. But the steering wheel position is nearly a deal breaker. I'm incredibly average height. The problem is that the wheel nearly rests on my thighs, and it's totally not adjustable... at all. I understand you get the road presence and steering dynamics, but damn. Not sure if I'd ever enjoy it.

[@mikec1096]

I have a 996 , My seat is adjustable so there is plenty of room once you adjust the seat. The car in this video had an aftermarket (recaro?) seat that was unadjustable and set up for a "small gentleman" which matt is a "large gentleman" so he was having issues. Once again, the stock seat is adjustable, the steering wheel is in and out adjustable but not up and down like you said.

[@WarefareModern3]

Like mike said the seat is adjustable up/down and I'm 5 10 and am perfectly comfortable in my 996.

[@rrpostalagain]

maybe it was just the couple cars I've driven. Or I could just have weird preferences. I just know that I could never get the wheel to a livable position. Obviously, I adjusted the seat.

[@NoahBB]

I hate ads, but I love your content so I buy every feature film? Is that like, more than you would normally make if I just watched with ads or..?

[@nothingexplained7810]

Nice video. Polite young man with a good taste is cars. We need car designers like this guy! p.s. I quite like the yellow boot/wing combi with the cage. :)

[@DJFiTRemixes]

cool car andrew!

[@-fuzzerich-5709]

@thesmokingtire would you rather get a cayman 2006 or a 996 carrera and why?

[@williamfernandom2210]

real chill review loved it Mat

[@ranmas2004]

Matt you said he havent tried the AD08R tires yet but they were on my LS swapped 300zx that you drove out in NJ last year. Maybe you didnt know.

[@StreetDrivenDaily]

since im porsche freak. thanks for the upload matt

[@SilverStackers]

i never use add blocker. i support the channels i watch.

[@kevinwright8182]

omg gorgeous road !! definitely on the must drive list

[@Gentlemen_london_]

Thanks Matt.. great insight as always. 👍

[@homerun217]

What's with the faint line down the center of the windshield? Is that a Porsche thing?

[@lotusjaggarage2989]

homerun217 its the antenna

[@matrexwolf]

I have always watched adds for you since day one

[@NickGoesHAM]

I remember when I was a student and drove a Porsche....... FML.

[@seventheleven]

Review his honda insight plz :^)

[@L4wrenceGrabowski]

Favourite car...

[@Jpearse1]

You should get in touch with Mike Tornabene Aka Dom Mazetti in regards to his new McLaren. KZbin gold.

[@ftffighter]

First thing, when this guy gets big and works for Honda or Lincoln or Lamborghini or Lexus, I hope he hooks The Smoking Tire up lol. Second, Was there an ad for this video? I disabled ublock origin and all my adblockers but i'm not seeing an ad.

[@trickyd9516]

Nice driving

[@vincerunnerretrobikevince4212]

Great episode guys!

[@kickazzz2000]

I’ve always been drawn to the 996.2 4S (mainly because of the rear) but I’ll be damned if the front of the narrowbody 996.1 isn’t growing on me…ESPECIALLY with aerokit

[@c00lpotato]

Just curious. Are we going to see a one take with a Tesla anytime soon?

[@westsenkovec]

with 7 people inside

[@xXPureFailXx]

would love to see that

[@TheSmokingTire]

Yes I have a tesla P90D in 2 weeks

[@Kingofkings987]

enjoy that! P90D's are great to drive

[@dha588]

This would had been a nice alternative to my 2015 GTI.

[@worldtravel101]

Likewise for my Jetta haha

[@Billy_Darley]

likewise for my every sports car i could ever own. lol

[@sslum]

Looking to get one of these for my first track car.

[@Vanderkitten]

Car sounded great for stock. You can spend a lot of money making 996's only slightly faster. :) ask me how I know. A great car for 17-22k!!

[@mattonthewater]

Gotta love the 996

[@lonniex7807]

I have KZbin red, I'm sorry Matt no ads but I am a subscriber

[@frogchaser]

I turned off adblock plus in my chrome browser for youtube. I'm still not seeing ads though.

[@RealECM]

His S2000 must have had a hell of a build on it

[@ThatCarGuy]

the s2000 is more nimble. 50:50 weight, lighter, so it turns in easier like he said. The the 996 is like 60/40(rear/front)

[@RealECM]

That Car Guy No no I was saying since he traded a S2000 for a Porsche........Honda to Porsche, thats a decent ass trade.

[@ChrisSlash]

There beautiful cars without that wing

[@timothystumpf2834]

that camera in the middle reminds of the POV of a McLaren F1.