Saving a Vintage Porsche 911 Targa from the Scrapyard: Rebuild Part 4

[@tipsyhenry]

amazing work

[@M440iUK]

Brilliant, mic is so much better. Well done fella.

[@Dariic99]

Much better mic volume on this one, thanks!

[@garethbell22]

Totally changed the experience, so much easier to watch!

[@graemelliott3942]

Restore it back to OEM. There are so many places to get either used or new parts for 911s. Take you’re time and do it right. Great project

[@jwvandegronden]

One alteration if it were up to me though: Make it an EV! Or make it (hot-)swappable, even better!

[@1chish]

Absolutely Graeme. To Porsche people originality is everything. Even that rasping exhaust note. If he keeps it OEM he will own a valuable car.

[@brentbristol4549]

@@jwvandegronden EV would be pretty sweet

[@jimmygrant3212]

Jan Willem v.d. Gronden how original another boring EV swap no one will give a fuck about in a month.

[@peterpumkineater6872]

Do it right, do it once . ps.measure twice, cut it once 😅

[@garycoppard3596]

Looking forward to seeing you bring her back to life. As a young I was mad about cars. Growing up in Rhodesia in the ’70s there weren't many new vehicles available. A friend and I would being restoring 40s, 50s and 60s cars, mainly British. Loved those times and the emotional and physical advantage of doing the work. Wish you the best.

[@christianholmstedt8770]

Crazy project. There isn't much left of the old beauty. I like it.

[@PapaTanGh0stNI9htM4R3S0nMaInSt]

He loves a challenge.

[@1962jimg]

"Pretty solid" Optimism is a virtue

[@BudgetBuildz]

Lol 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@marksbikeexports5123]

Delusion on the other hand.....................................;)

[@jwvandegronden]

LOL!! thanks man!

[@chriscollins550]

I have done a lot worse. Had a mk1 etype with almost no floor pans just gear box holding it together.

[@neilrafferty2097]

Fit for the scrapyard .

[@oneeyeracing9227]

Love that you are saving this car and getting the satisfaction of doing it yourself, thank you so much for documenting your journey for us all to follow.

[@BudgetBuildz]

Glad to have you!

[@jasonwells7246]

You are literally building my dream car. The way I always wanted to get to do it. Love the channel and you been knocking it all out fast too. Keep up the great work.

[@sammybulin]

I love this. I rebuilt an 86 Guards Red 944 with my son when he was 14. That was his first car. He's 22 now and we still have it. Parts were cheap I cant imagine the cost of 911 fenders and misc parts. Keep it stock and go back to the original green.

[@BudgetBuildz]

Im glad you’re enjoying! That’s awesome! I hope to build something for each of my children one day! ☺️

[@peterpumkineater6872]

You can buy complete floor pans, they fit perfectly. 🎉

[@joelpalmer]

When you can, suggest you post a list of parts needed for the restoration. Perhaps some of us can donate from our parts stash or assist in sourcing needed components.

[@RodThorell]

That's awesome. I was hoping people might be able to pitch in extra pieces. I bet finding individual usable parts is probably expensive and rare.

[@BudgetBuildz]

Next video I will! Thank you very much!

[@Gantzz321]

I can help with that...... everything

[@wpwbigcheese3795]

@@BudgetBuildz this... I have a hord of parts ......all kinds of stuff I will never use

[@joelpalmer]

@@Gantzz321 Thank you and on behalf of the PCA SC and 3.2 Carrera Register let me ask all on this thread to help Michael bring this car back. It is an arduous and expensive task and he is filming it for this audience. Hope you will all find a way to contribute. I will.

[@carguy4658]

No you are not crazy, you are a man of vision. The more of the original paint you expose, the more I like it.

[@sgservices937]

When you are ready to get gauges for the car, just let us know. We repair and restore porsche gauges. We will try and find you a set for a decent price that won't break the bank. The restoration work they will need will be on us! You can find our contact information on our website www.specialtygauge.com

[@BudgetBuildz]

Thank you so much! I’ll be in touch!

[@fossilfish786]

Wow, you guys a generous and thank you on behalf of the subscribers.

[@jwvandegronden]

What a great gesture! love that

[@tonixxl]

Awesome!

[@gheice_modelism]

Do you restore any type of gauge?

[@erikswenson2659]

Fascinating to see the innards of a classic 911. Looks like the seats you cut up to save the floor boards were in much better shape than the floor boards (may even after you cut them up!).

[@jefferysmith3930]

Go back to stock with that awesome metallic green. Please don’t cut it up. No widebody! Those rear quarters can be straightened. Done right (stock) that car is worth a small fortune and the values seem to keep climbing. You have scored the find of a lifetime, my friend. Hell; the rear glass is probably worth the $500 you paid for the car. I find the older I get the more I am drawn to originality in cars. Great series. Thank you.

[@hcer112]

Widebody is pretty original to porsche and these entry level 911's are pretty common here in Europe atleast, so i say go for the custom!

[@PeterTripp01]

I agree. Dont rat rod it, or wide body convert it. Go with the original factory green paint. Keep it as close to 100% stock as possible. Go with weber carbs on the engine. Loose the cookie cutter wheels and get a set of Fuch windmill mags. If you do a decent restoration, you will have a 6-figure car. Amazing you got it for $500 from a scrap yard with most of the engine still with the car. The “value” in these early 911’s is as close to OEM as possible. Good luck.

[@quietenglishman4179]

It's not just the monetary value; the aesthetics are important as well. Originality, every time.

[@toddgolling5760]

It's a shame it got to that condition. Good on you for rescuing though. She needs to feel the wind through here air cooled motor again. I am confident you will succeed.

[@donniediamond1411]

I'm going to clean this car with a pressure washer. One minute later... Im going to un-paint this car with a pressure washer.

[@BudgetBuildz]

😅😅

[@toddgolling5760]

No so much in the paint bonding to metal department from the Germans....

[@01AceAlpha]

Th German paint held up well until some American went and painted it white....

[@Boatman350]

Cheaper than a dustless sandblasting company to boot!!

[@DG-ti4qc]

Never unpainted something... But sounds like fun :P

[@jethzeeltorres9727]

Great 👍 job with the sound leveling. Sounds so much better now . Thanks for hearing us out .

[@BudgetBuildz]

😃😃

[@Victorinot]

Makes me wish I had a garage... good luck with the car. Enjoyable to watch someone do repairs with a limited budget.

[@futurenewmedia]

Nice progress 👍 I’d suggest you get that door back on before the chassis starts to banana out of shape since there is little strength left in the floor or fab up some door bars for easier access👌

[@jesterr7133]

I love this guy. I never use gloves. I like to be able to feel what I am doing. I totally agree.

[@Adam_Lynn]

You know you've had a top quality paint job done when it comes back off with a jetwash

[@markduncan6690]

What a difference a few days make! Your car has made a turn in the road already! Keep up the good work!

[@BudgetBuildz]

Thank you! 😊

[@rontex1234]

The money is in keeping it stock!

[@joedeegan3870]

I would enjoy doing a restoration myself, but don't have the skills and am too old so watching this is great !

[@overyonderjustapiece]

Once you get it all stripped down, you should have one of the mobile sand blasting companies come in and sandblast the whole chassis and tub out. Just make sure you have a rotisserie for it so they can also get underneath the chassis as well. talk about finding the stuff you might miss!! That will definitely do it!!

[@PapaTanGh0stNI9htM4R3S0nMaInSt]

Soda blastings far less abrasive.

[@Kingkurkela]

It's not even that bad. The floors are pretty easy to change. I would build this car with some newer donor car parts and run it daily. Keep on going and you will have a great car!

[@BudgetBuildz]

Thank you!

[@will457]

Love the confidence it takes to tackle this. It’s inspiring.

[@BK42Cycles]

Thanks for making the audio a lot better :) Cheers

[@anibalbabilonia1867]

Looking good there! Looks like a solid body! Replace the floor pan and I think it's gonna work out fine! Good luck man!👌😎👍

[@bluetickhound16]

Nix on the rat rod... That car is worth going back as original as possible, within reason of course. The original color is great! I still can’t believe you scored that car for $500. The engine alone is worth $7000 to $10,000.

[@jimmygrant3212]

KD410SE yeah no it’s not in its current shape.

[@bluetickhound16]

Jimmy Grant I checked out Porsche 911 motors on several sites and complete rebuilds ready to go can get up into the low 20k range. Clapped out motors needing rebuilt commonly go easily for 7-10k, which is what we’re looking at here. My point is, this car was a steal at $500 and even parted out would bring a boatload more than the entire purchase price.

[@jimmygrant3212]

KD410SE checking out random website asking prices are not actual selling prices. It’s a 2.7l not a very desirable engine.

[@bluetickhound16]

Jimmy Grant well, yeah... I mean, if you can find a whole 911 for $500 you can damn sure find parts for one on the cheap too but normally, you’d pay a hell of a lot more than $500 for them which was the point I was making.

[@patbutete1722]

@@jimmygrant3212 Any Porker engine is desirable whichever way you slice it. Even the 4 pot from the 912.

[@robertrenner5896]

Keep up the good progress. You can do it. Greetings from Germany

[@mrrobbo595]

Zip lock bags are the best idea. I do the same with my projects. Especially when you have more than one on the go.

[@DG-ti4qc]

Balls of steel!!!! I'd never have the courage to tear something down that far with thoughts of putting it back together! LOL

[@candycornpeeps]

This is great man. Bringing a car back to life is good thing.

[@M1ch3l]

As a Porsche enthusiast, I want to thank you for saving this beauty from the junkyard.

[@Elaba_]

I would also number the bags and store them accordingly. With difficult operations you can also write tips on a little paper and put it in the bag.

[@matthewcoldicutt5951]

Ooh err...Reminds me of the first car I ever bought for restoration(an MGC) and the reality check hitting when stripped back. But you guys are great. I love your approach to this project, and if your optimism holds up, underpinned by skills with welder and spanners, this could really be something, as long as body parts are still available. We are all right there in moral back up support.

[@Bruces-Bash]

Rot was not as bad as expected considering it's been open to the elements for who knows how long, pans are no issue just like a VW. Keep bagging and tagging it'll all come together one day.

[@bren70ssss94]

Making progress , you'll get there 😁🇨🇮

[@ItsProbablyFine]

I know those seats were trash, but somewhere a Porsche guy just exploded.

[@BudgetBuildz]

😅 yeap

[@alimombali2035]

What was the song tho? Does anyone know?

[@juanpalos3657]

The floors are bound to happen on a car that old. Cant wait for more videos and future updates on this project. Shout out to you from México my friend.

[@eslytanis787]

Feel like I was honestly waiting years for this video ❤️ your my inspiration!!

[@BudgetBuildz]

☺️☺️

[@collarbonecam]

I love this series! If I were the lucky one to find this car. I’d do a rat rod lite. Basically I’d try to sand it back to the original paint, and fix it using all of the original parts I could get my hands on (within reason). I’m really excited to see how this car progresses and I’m gonna keep tuning in!

[@BudgetBuildz]

Cameron Lancaster That’s a great idea! Thanks for input! Glad to have you along for the ride!

[@KARR]

What a cool car to build! Wish i could run across one

[@georgepretnick4460]

Very wise bagging and tagging the fasteners. A couple years from now, you'll thank yourself.

[@deltadad68]

Looking good..look forward to the next video..

[@thehighwayrunner8881]

Glad you got a mic. Much better. Keep up the good work man, love the videos

[@BudgetBuildz]

Thank you!

[@mattridge5986]

Very cool project. For all the grief your Gona have, totally worth it in the end. I'm with you till the end.

[@BudgetBuildz]

Thank you much! 😊

[@danesen]

“Little bit of floor left....slightly rusty” oh man that made my jaw drop seeing that floor!

[@GeorgesMiniatureCars]

I don't think your crazy. Every Porsche is worthy of saving, no matter how bad they might look. I've thought about doing something like this. I'll live vicariously through your videos!👍✌

[@BudgetBuildz]

😊😊Thanks! Glad to have you!

[@edgardovigocastillo794]

I think you are not crazy, this car deserve a second chance. Is a very very good proyect. Nice Job!

[@43srgrock]

I love Porsche 911's your doing awesome work bro keep it up.

[@a.onailgisc954]

These door gaps are a nightmare to get right (@ least were for me). Try to get the pins out instead mate, will save you some time when u put them back on :) Top project, love it!

[@tommytee8387]

That's some PSI on the Jet washer.... loving your Optimism.

[@aussieautospeedaas275]

Keep it going, look forward to seeing more of this build

[@danielfisch655]

Great job and now I'm motivated to fix up my 1993 Subaru Sambar pickup truck.

[@chriscollins550]

This is what I call a real restoration, a full on crusty car. Not something that needs sanding or blasting with just new panels and paint.

[@John-zi4ii]

Alot of work !! ,keep on truckin ,again god bless your motivation and your energy, the years flip by like pages in a book , get as much done as you can while you have age on your side ,i miss doing work like you so much ! , video's are awesome!

[@peterphillips2744]

Keep up the good work. Gonna be a great build 👍🏻

[@bach5l]

Another great video! Good call on the microphone nice and clear.

[@BudgetBuildz]

Thank you!

[@Jerod_Helt]

I’m loving this series man! I have a similar project on my channel but it wasn’t this bad when I started it. Keep up the good work👍

[@RustyRatchetGarage]

Make sure you weld in Support’s when those doors are off. Better start looking for a rotisserie. I bought my floor pans from restoration design. Keep the videos coming

[@5150mxVW]

what is the budget on this build ???

[@roguedalek900]

There's a budget?

[@rohaizadrosli5921]

you are by far the most positive people i have ever seen

[@jimvandrunen]

really excited to see it completed!!

[@BudgetBuildz]

Really excited to complete it!

[@rolandleap1]

Good golly Miss Molly you’ve got your work cut out for you. But I’ll be here watching every step of the way. Good luck.

[@davidp2888]

I'm anxious to see if the completed project matches what I envision it to be.

[@Eatongee]

Congrats on hitting 20K subs! I can't wait to see the next step on this car.

[@BudgetBuildz]

Thank you! Extremely excited! Can’t thank you all enough!

[@BudgetBuildz]

Thank you! Extremely excited! Can’t thank you all enough!

[@georgehimself6612]

Good luck! You picked a tricky one, early G-model still without the zinc coating. You got lucky with the rear seat structure, it is made of unobtainium... (afaik, as I quit playing with these cars 4 years ago). And it is your car of course, but pls don't widebody it. Also detracts from the value big time. Try getting/fabricating a steering column extension. This improves driveability a lot.

[@yorgle]

Glad you got the mic/audio worked out! :D I'm enjoying the series. :D

[@BudgetBuildz]

Glad to have you! 🙂

[@denvernow7294]

I made a pretty upset comment on an earlier video about the sound issue. I feel better now. Dear god man, thanks for fixing it. I didnt want to stop watching this build.

[@pololedodo7981]

I appreciate your courage and love your positive attitude and energy. It will take a lot of skills to do a nice restoration on this 911. Also curious to see parts cost. I like your channel and will follow you. Nice job so far!

[@philipsdefreville6138]

Awesome! Really enjoying this series. Like everyone says, restore as original as possible.

[@Edman_79]

Wow, you're organized! I wish I was like that :D Thanks for answering the question so graphically :D

[@MG-lb2oc]

Watches new video with beer in hand. Reflects on his own meaning of “looks solid” opens another beer. I’m not there yet. 😂 awesome job my man. I’m gonna stop by with some beer and some 3 in 1 oil, maybe some ball bearings too. It’s all ball bearing these days. Looking good! Keep going!

[@billkelley2889]

In future, leave the door hinge bolts and drive out the hinge pins!

[@shaneblacklord3313]

Good to see you bagging and tagging! Floor pans and transmission tunnel replacements should be available aftermarket, You can paint both sides with high quality weld through primer and plug weld or stitch weld in the replacement panels. After you finish the welding grind back the welds, primer and seam seal the panels. The floors will be as good as new. you should pimer any bare metal after you finish blasting. It is in surprisingly good shape after you cleaned it up. Please forget about the rat rod look. You will be way happier with a full restoration, and the car will be worth way more to resell if you decide not to keep it. (i think you would be nuts to do all this work and not keep it! LOL!) My Porshe, after some engine and suspension mods, was was total blast to drive. The handling was amazing. I regret selling it but with children it just wasn't practical. You have an advantage, you can take your time restoring this car, and you have other cars to drive, and the place to keep them. As usual, wishing you all the best! Keep up the great work!

[@BudgetBuildz]

Thank you so much!

[@grizzlybozak]

Right there with ya on the glove thing. Hate wearing them when working on things.

[@joenavpro1]

I'm looking forward to the next episode!

[@michelangelopaintingwallpa2887]

Looks like a big job. Best of luck.

[@fmswatchdo2373]

Fantastic sound improvement!! Hope you are a welder and body man as well!

[@lotusesprit38]

Well done keep working on the 911, is going to be fine in the final...👍✌ from Europe! Good night

[@Oyvind88]

Can't wait too see this car on the road again😁😁 Little rust but but can fix😁😁

[@dufftime]

i would give up after seeing those floorboards, so mad respect to you for saying "not that bad" :-) looking forward to the next video. by the way, another youtuber homebuiltbyjeff restored a 74, and almost the entire project by himself in his garage.

[@gabediaz3540]

I'm just waiting for the video of him stripping all the rust off *satisfying*

[@hectoraleman9804]

Buen projecto ,el auto esta reparable.adelante, espero video de todo el proseso de la restauración

[@johnobrien2436]

Excellent 👌 idea the bag's,you know what's what,at a glance.

[@adamgc73]

Your a brave man restoring this I wouldn't have the patience....I'll stick to repairing lawn mowers lol 😂😂

[@BudgetBuildz]

😁😁😆

[@Mercmad]

I Envy you those red aeroflexAC lines. They are the best but unobtainable today. Here, they are reused often because the R12 has done something to the inside of the hose which prevents R134a from leaking through the hose material.

[@ne1273]

Just new floor pans, possibly heater channels too. So far, so good.

[@santossuarez]

Get plenty of bags, label everything you remove and save'm! Congrats on your project!! Looking forward!

[@BudgetBuildz]

Thank you! Glad to have you!

[@dangozo8167]

Looking like a great solid car to me, if its just the floors then that is awesome. Congrats on the way the channel is growing, well done Dude!!

[@BudgetBuildz]

Thank you!

[@mrt7152]

Oh I don’t think you are crazy, but this is going to be a massive project. Just alone getting the missing parts. For the body work I would recommend you to find a very good skilled restyler they can do magic with the exiting panels. They can make them straight like factory. Even your front wings can be saved. Good luck! :-)

[@colescrustycars]

Cool. Im a budget builder in SC too. Im not really into foreign stuff but I enjoy watching old rusty cars come back from the dead. I have more projects then I will ever finish haha

[@BudgetBuildz]

Haha I like just about anything old, foreign or American 🤷🏼‍♂️ I feel you there! I’m the same!

[@alessandrofaxelhas6628]

Dang the subscriber amount jumped by alot since part 1! Great work man.

[@BudgetBuildz]

Glad to have you all :)

[@howmanybudlightsdidthattak4120]

Great work buddy. Should of tryed hitting the screwdriver with hammer few times before you drilled out helps sometimes

[@trentyoung1135]

Try media blasting with dry ice. That way yoy don't heat up metal and cause damage. You will also find all of the hidden rust. Good luck with the project.

[@darrylsmart1783]

Diamond in the rough !! still look's like a solid car !! That color would be awesome !!

[@arthurmchugh5184]

It is a great color!!! Guy in our Porsche club had a ice green 76 turbo Carrera!!! I think he sold it to Magnus Walker

[@kellynash4588]

It sure helps that Porsche dips and rustproofed the hell outta there body pannels. The 911 does have pretty hips.