Barn Find Porsche Becomes A Twin Turbo Frankenstein Build: Rod Emory’s 356 RSR

Rod Emory is a legend in the Porsche game - so when he's got a new build, you know it's going to be worthy of an in-depth look. His 356 RSR is no exception to the rule - we're absolutely gawking over this thing's updated-yet-period correct styling and engineering. Take a deep dive into this thing with us, from the updated twin turbo powerplant to the "correctly color-aged epoxy" on the rear ducting. Insane.
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[@HooniganProjectGarage]

Do you like your Porsches Factory and Pure or Wide Bodied & Highly Modified?!

[@joshda6197]

Wide bodied & Modified! When it's done tastefully :)

[@08carbonslvr]

Hoonigan Project Cars both can be super clean and well done. I’m a fan of both!

[@Paulie_2x]

I can appreciate nice craftsmanship on any kind of build 👌as long as it spins tires tho 😉 ... 🤘OON SQUAD

[@DofNWEnt]

Gotta appreciate both cuz someone is using their time to keep em alive

[@89ludeawakening1]

It just all depends on the car. Something like this barn find needs to be Wide Bodied and modded like crazy, but something like an old 55 or 60's-70's 911 needs to be kept OEM if it's already a fairly clean example. I think this goes for any car. If something is easy to restore then go that route but if it would cost as much to restore it as it would to mod it, then mod the crap out of it.

[@Paulie_2x]

Nads taking the lead with out a beverage in his hand 👏 👏 Very nice sir 😂

[@Balomis]

True bravery!

[@kylejohnson2184]

Don't shame him for being a drunk...

[@Paulie_2x]

Kyle Johnson No Shamr Brother at all love all support

[@MrAphexcloud]

best build bio nads!

[@WhyBeNick]

Drunks deserve to be shamed.

[@Invad3r3van]

OMG ITS HERE! I have been watching him build this on Instagram, so I am so excited to see this!

[@TheHoonigans]

As soon as we found out Rod's IG account we knew we had to make this happen!

[@nielsreiziger4850]

My compliments to Nads, he took what ppl in the comments said serious. Even though his weird uncle character is wy i love him *hi Nads waves* edit: Rod is like Steph Papadakis, explains eve-ry-thing so detailed and clear!

[@BrettFalc]

great character development, gotta love seeing it

[@Oliver69420___]

@Cliff P his job is literally to have a beer and talk cars with people. Idk why that's an issue for people.

[@bravo4adventure988]

Never really been a Porsche guy, I dig 'em, just not really my thing. That being said, that car is SICK! Also I dug the fact that he uses Oregon companies to help with his build. I live in McMinnville, it's a pretty small town, so that was cool too.

[@Yung6Pack]

I was about to say shoutout 503 but you guys are repping the 541 down there, right? Either way, I'm stoked to see Oregon getting some representation.

[@nolanmitchell7467]

@@Yung6Pack 541 boy right here 🙋‍♂️

[@bravo4adventure988]

@@Yung6Pack 503 here buddy

[@ColinG84]

Don’t think I’ve ever seen Nads so attentive! Emory Porsches are just solid gold. Brilliant video!

[@crazyjames9460]

Very nice build! im not a huge fan of the front grill tho..

[@99mintaltezza2]

James H yeah looks cheap and terrible I hate the Matt grey aswell

[@Hole_Motorsports]

People always gotta find something to complain about. There isn’t a stock panel on this car and y’all complain about the grille

[@andrewsoutdoorworld5136]

sjpro1 well I agree it looks like it was a last minute afterthought. Usually you would want to build the front end around the grill.

[@4VIPONLY]

@@Hole_Motorsports on a build like this, the grill should also be in par with the rest..

[@Hole_Motorsports]

This build is heavily inspired by the 935 and 917. If you look at the front ends on those cars they have mesh screens like this car does. It makes sense why he chose it.

[@ThatCaymanGuy]

Funny story, i met Rod Emory once at this 356 De Elegance off this canyon road i take on the weekends and i just happen briefly attend the event out of curiosity and this guy was talking about 356's and i asked "well whats the difference between the A, B and C cars?" i got about 20 years of Porsche history in about 5 minutes and i was like thanks dude, i'm Dave and he said Hi Dave I'm Rod Emory. i only heard a little about him at that time before i met him but yeah, i took the time to research him after. not only is he a very down to earth knowledgeable dude. He also builds bad ass cars with impeccable quality. Very cool video!

[@charlesshamseldin9555]

Glad to see the resurgence of Momo Motorsport in the street scene. Got Momo stuff in all three of my cars. Love it.

[@gordonlister4992]

Look who it is! Was gonna send you think video lol

[@BlownVR]

One of the most impressive parts of this build is that every aluminum panel is HAND shaped from scratch.

[@TheHoonigans]

The amount went into the craftsmanship of the fenders alone makes this car so special!

[@bilpat5123]

Bad ads build.. anyone else thinks the mesh on the front grill let's it down a bit. The quality doesn't look as sharp as the rest of the car

[@warummussmeinnameangegeben6502]

Yes exactly. Otherwise soooo good.

[@Bortismah]

Exactly for me the front bumper it’s not flowing with the rest.

[@1slotmech]

It's old-school though... Goes with the body, for me.

[@1slotmech]

@Morning Sun Sparkles Dew on fresh grass early fiberglass ages like that though... okay, yeah, it looks like piss. Thanks, now that thought's stuck in my head. 🙄😔🤣

[@bmstuning9810]

The grills and the clear tube running through the car take away from a otherwise incredible car

[@matthewb9241]

I love the back of this car, the tail lights, the exposed turbos. Looks sooo good.

[@harryvj6397]

Very interesting the fibreglass wasn’t painted to match/contrast the silver aluminium. Kinda digging the look of raw fibreglass though

[@relate97]

Reminds me of old school boats

[@FUNZO1975]

Carbon/Kevlar would have been perfect. ..The black and tan weave looks high-tech retro.

[@danielhofstetter5592]

am i the only one that dosent like the look of this one. that said respect to all the time and effort put into the build

[@newnamecomming9357]

i agree UGGGG A/Fffff cool engenearig though why the/f why spend any time Or cash on a goofy rear engine design... COMMON SENSE IS BETTER sry (=especially if itlooks better than a lowerd bug with a home made body kit.... Just saying!!

[@IzthatafaC]

I think it looks great, looks really raw and purposeful

[@Thomas63r2]

Yes

[@einzelmotorsport6711]

Daniel Hofstetter great workmanship but the look simply doesn't work. 50's body is too small and short for the '70/80's look

[@notnubilous3804]

The headlights need to be waaaaaaaaaaay more recessed. But the rest of it is absolutely amazing.

[@karlhurn]

I love Rod Emory’s passion for Porsche and attention to detail. Great work.

[@thegiantgaming7592]

The rear is amazing, the front looks waaayyy cooler in the sketch

[@allredred6646]

totally agree.

[@owenreid104]

TheGiant Gaming all he has to do is fix the vent design of the lower front bumper and it’s good to go

[@Panthercholo]

More like a 911 facelift right?

[@g60force]

10000% agree the front looks like a turd now...

[@michaellittlejohn8723]

Nads you have redeemed yourself ! Excellent interview. Keep up the Great work.

[@derekw7848]

Why did they use dollar store strain mesh on the front bumper?

[@TTime685]

Old school look bud

[@ptg6616]

I don’t care what anyone says. Nads is the best host. I appreciate his extensive knowledge

[@TheHoonigans]

Nads was built for Build Biology! Thanks for that PTG!

[@AlphaMachina]

Holy shhhh. Shush, quiet for a second. Just let me meditate on the image of the rear end of that car. When they first panned around to it, my jaw dropped and I legitimately drooled on myself. It's so funky and gorgeous and just incredibly unique. Love those wheels. And, awesome chill interview, Nads! Nice job, dude. You bring the best people and their vehicles to the shop.

[@deangelolawson6184]

Holy shit the guest actually got to explain the car with more passion then nads has for Honda 🤔

[@jonnyh3924]

Nads is making some serious improvements, good job Nads! 👌

[@johnshaft5613]

That is absolutely bad-ass. Not too often do we see something truly "different" in the modded car scene. THIS is different.

[@kicksb4food]

Go... Nads! Seriously, nice job taking a step back and letting Rod do the talking. Been watching this build on Instagram for months - great to see the man himself give such and eloquent overview of the build. Thanks @Hoonigan as usual.

[@rowndo]

0:12 Yo that light bulb turned on due to the vibration.

[@sinister_540i7]

Yo good job I noticing that I didn't notice that the first time I watched that

[@etazza1092]

Yoyoo

[@premsharma5909]

Impossible... Due to vibration, get that head in the right place kid

[@rowndo]

Prem Sharma a broken filament, if it makes contact again, it will light up. Or just the bulb is not tight. Get your head in the right place. edit: please let us know how it happen, i'm open to a better hypothesis.

[@premsharma5909]

@@rowndo yeah, very believable stuff right there... Bet $20 bucks if I get you to watch a Piper Blush video you'd be hooked worse than a cockroach it to a sweet in the kitchen. But the problem here for you is that you would actually resemble a cockroach Edit: this too is a hypothesis on how a sort of guy you are - based on your imagination (I hate that word) - and imagination and words are clear indicators of a mind

[@JackCZSR]

Always love seeing people fight against the meta and build something unique!

[@TheHoonigans]

This is exactly what Rod's build is. Building and styling just the way he envisions it!

[@stevebarcia5945]

Dude, so so so much better with these interviews! Let the builders speak and ask good questions. Great job thank you!

[@Pinmarcus]

If you crash with this car you have 99% probabilities to explode or break your kneck. But what a beauty if a car though😍

[@paralleledd]

Pinmarcus exactly, super unsafe to drive with those seats and harness.

[@TheScreamingDonkey]

The car is unbelievable but those wheels are freaking awesome. They'd look good on just about anything. PS: Shout out to Uncle Jesse for the beauties on this.

[@justinb9223]

While I do appreciate unique builds, it's just not my cup of tea. That being said, the amount of work that went into this is mind boggling and I think any car guy can respect that! Definitely a build of passion and you can see this man is a guru in the Porsche world. Also, props to Nads for taking the comments seriously. The video was really enjoyable to watch and it's nice being able to hear the owner tell the love story. Keep it up!!

[@ZorroMS]

What a beautyful piece of Art & Work done to this old Porsche, as a guy from Germany i always loved the old one´s but with the transformation you did on this old 356 you took it into another dimension on a very high level without all this "electronic-stuff" you don´t need on a race car at all. Very well done. Love it.

[@The-KP]

"It's still fundamentally a 356!" -LOL! Lovely build, lovely outlaw.

[@paralleledd]

those 6 point harnesses with no headrests 😬😬😬 talk about dangerous

[@michael_graper]

Lol yea talk about breaking your neck

[@ivandafoe5451]

Maybe the seat backs are high enough to compensate and he is rather short.

[@wrifraff]

Welcome to vintage racing.

[@Panthercholo]

I think it's called a conundrum. You don't really worry about great bodily harm driving an old car, yet you wear a 6-point harness for safety.

[@Paulie_2x]

I think it’s pretty dope but I’m a car guy so I can pretty much find something I like on any an all cars that ppl take there time an hard earned money to build I respect it all dope build !!!

[@kage7022]

That exterior right there is oldschool stuff. Not for everyone, but definately a classic.

[@robertrishel3685]

It’s truly the most exciting time in history to love cars. This thing is pure artwork meets engineering, the epitome of form following function. Just wow...😍

[@JoyridePictures]

Best Build Biology EVER! Love Emory Motorsports!

[@TheHoonigans]

Absolutely! Every vehicle that rolls out of Emory Motorsports is a master piece!

[@MrCapcaptain]

Rod Emory: "I've built about 170 cars over the last 30 years" Brian Scotto: "I made an Audi start after 14 years" #gettoworkscotto

[@cjrutter9962]

Being from Oregon originally, its awesome hearing people talk about good car shops around, I feel like its fairly rare. Awesome car!!

[@Halliday57]

9:00 Nads trying his hardest not make a joke about a knob 😂

[@DaggerDaggerGoose]

I'm surprised El Gigante didn't do the walk around for this one, I hope he had a chance to geek out on it. Nads, you're still the best creepy uncle around, cheers!

[@herbienbrian2]

I've been in the Aircooled VW scene a long time. This is the absolute pinnacle, I'm at a loss for words.

[@DookeyDuke]

I don't think I've ever loved a car more that this. I want it. I need it.

[@TheHoonigans]

Ha, if you find 2 of these Porches floating around please let us know... We will take one as well!

[@DookeyDuke]

Deal. As long as you guy promise not to jump it 😜

[@fghjdfjg]

This is my dream car!! Vintage porche with updated tech! Such a beautiful build.I hope one day to see this rolling down the street.Amazing work! Great job! Thank you for this one Hoonigan you guys rule!!!

[@siha1798]

0:12Min - The turbo sound is so massive, that the broken lamp on the top worked for one second again:D

[@SticklesMickles]

The front mesh spoils it for me though :(

[@inthegarage8944]

Have to say I love the quality of media Hoonigan produces. They have evolved into one of the most professional channels on youtube.

[@denelltillman1625]

This is the most beautiful car ever! And it just so happens to be a Porsche. I've been looking at the pictures for about two days str8 just shaking my head. Perfection.

[@an7d7y]

That mesh gots to go! The rendering without it makes more sense. Sick build 👊🏼🔩

[@arthurneddysmith]

It's based on the Porsche 356 and Porsche 356 roadster. Not to mention the Type 64. It's deliberately that way--not an attempt to slot in with every single modern trend.

[@j.barrett9424]

That looks nothing like the sketch and that awful mesh really grinds my gears. This car is only mechanically fascinating, aesthetically it's a zero for me.

[@saifaddeenal-manaseer6325]

Not to mention the body panels fitting and gaps!

[@belgianbushrc7934]

I love the back, but the front end with the new lights and ugly front grill let it down.

[@PotatosPotatoes]

Looks like a cheap kit car in the front.

[@chillmf9459]

Mikey Johnson ong

[@kirkniese]

The beauty of this car comes from the fact that it was probably a few years away from being unusable and completely oxidized...and now it is pushing 400 horsepower on a 911 suspension with a proprietary engine block that uses 911 internals. I guess that it's a love it or hate it look....but I am in love with this car for sure. Simply incredible.

[@robertrishel3685]

It’s just one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen...ever.❤️ I want this more than even a Singer 911.

[@petergriffin4629]

To me what's really funny about these porsche builds is, how they use any material even it's super crappy, just because Porsche used it back in the day. Just like that rubber stuff or the yellow fiberglass. I mean people have to understand Porsche was a very small company up until the 90s or even the 2000s. Those racecars back in the day were often built by teams smaller and with way less money than those shops today. So at Porsche they propably went "Hey Freddi hasch mir au no ebbes fiar den boda, mir hen koin debbich mei" (Hey Freddie I need something to cover the ground) and then they found that rubber stuff lying around.

[@nfggarage8135]

Most viewers today: WhAtS a 356 PorScHe AnD wHy Is It CoOl?

[@TheHoonigans]

Ha! Google is ready for the Porsche searches!

[@claywakefield3916]

This thing is sick!!! What a build!

[@wadebrost7105]

So happy to finally hear what this engine sounds like. I’ve been watching this build and this is by far one of my favourite Porsche 356 I’ve ever seen.

[@brandonsoto2160]

Love when nads nerds out on cars. You can tell he truly appreciates the craftmanship of the cars he videos. And I appreciate that.

[@TheHoonigans]

Nads car knowledge is like a full encyclopedia! We really only get to see Nads nerd out on Build Bio's and Twitch streams and he blows us away every time.

[@aria8928]

Sober Nadds is nice too, he's so soft spoken compared to normal.

[@TheHoonigans]

It was probably the car that left Nads speechless...

[@aria8928]

He didn't even try to touch anything!

[@BlownVR]

I think he was a mix of star struck and blown away at the build in general. I too would be speechless if I was in a room admiring this thing with THE Rod Emory himself.

[@pbmachines972]

Listen I don’t know if people even can comprehend what this car is and what it takes to build and pay for such a car

[@TheHoonigans]

We were hoping to be able to explain to everyone what this car really is! It's one of a kind, piece of mechanical history.

[@pappyodanial]

The sketch is fucking dope - I feel like it's a true mash up of past and future. The designed isn't confused in time, it takes poignant queues from both old and new really well. Damn I haven't actually seen something this cool in a long time, if ever. This is truly sick.

[@racer98]

This is the Game changer to all builds out there and the next gen ones as well !

[@samwilliams1101]

Sorry dude but I think it looks like a modified beetle. Which is a shame because I love 356s the rear end though looks like a Marcos Mantis. I bet it drives pretty nice

[@migman919]

The porsches were heavily influenced by the design of the beetle

[@treffle17]

🤯 It's crazy how being sober changes you.

[@preludedude94]

10:45 Nads just can't help but be Nads and for that, we thank you!!

[@TheHoonigans]

Ha! Had to get at least one solid Nads moment in there!

[@j0nny93rs]

I absolutely love the Momo 5 spoke rims a lot too. Simple and beautiful.

[@brianseckel7193]

Lol nads is having withdrawals sweats. For the love of Honda will some get this man a beer!!!!!

[@elarr8733]

Really lives up to the Frankenstein billing. Too many styling queues taken from too many cars.

[@canehdiansteve3455]

What an incredible Porsche. I love that clear oil line tucked up along the cage so you can see if you're having issues with the oil system. I didn't know they used to do that and it's a really cool touch.

[@fraserwright9482]

They also made alloy roll cages and thin gauge tubing, pvc floors back in the day. Why can't you do this today? Having a soft clear plastic pipe full of hot oil that is zip tied to a roll bar isn't great when you crash. As you have 50l of fuel in front of you as a crumple zone. So any head on or roll means you have fuel on fire with oil inside the cabin soaking your fire suit.

[@WhiskyTangoFoxtrot33]

One of the most beautiful Porsches I've ever seen. Love how raw it is.

[@hcavn]

Looks like a Daihatsu Copen.

[@AndrewHeisey]

Incredible! Just wish the front grill vents didn’t look like cheap noodle strainers.

[@arthurneddysmith]

It's based on the Porsche 356 and Porsche 356 roadster. Not to mention the Type 64. I love the way the front looks.

[@jayjorgensen87]

this car is absurd but the intro beat is even crazier

[@Mish93Will]

The fab work on this car is nuts!

[@TheHoonigans]

The way the turbo manifolds position the turbos just right out the back gets us every time!

[@myndeflayer]

I prefer the pure look. Not feeling the body mods. The build is undeniably incredible though.

[@Adam-vc1xl]

I watched this come to be on Instagram it was amazing

[@TheHoonigans]

We've been following Rod for quite sometime, and we're so pumped to hear he was going to bring his car down for a Buil Bio!

[@et0h7an]

I am absolutely obsessed with the rear of this car.

[@ponyupgarage2960]

Wow I am not into porsche but that car is mine blowing. Attention to detail and one off items make me smile no matter what brand. I can really appreciate this car thanks for the video awesome job!

[@thomastucker1914]

10:40.... What’s the name of the rubbery/sound barrier type material? I’m in need for another application. Hardua? Ardua? Any links to the product? Or spelling would be helpful. Gorgeous build!! Thank you.

[@atragerlspezi9500]

it's absolutely stunning 😍😍

[@rskrks]

Thank you

[@rosseaton89]

Cars & booze don't mix! Thanks for doing a episode without a alcoholic beverage 👏

[@addicted4life575]

Nuts thank you for being quiet and letting the owner talk to tell us about his beautiful build. That was a good interview.

[@addicted4life575]

John Naderi Tell Nuts, my keyboard can kick his keyboard’s ass!

[@EvanMoon]

Just your every day hand rolled aluminum body to 400 hp handbuilt Porsche

[@TheHoonigans]

Exactly... This is what craftsmanship is all about! Props to Rod on the entire build!

[@troylunn496]

You guys at Hoonigan aren't all that far from EV West in San Marcos... Maybe we'll see a Build Bio of some Baja-shreading, drag-ripping, track-eating, monster of an electric buggy... or a resto-mod?

[@aronbennett4760]

WOW!!! This is by far the FINEST 356 I've ever seen.... I love a clean classic, but I have a thing for performance. Oh God, talk about OEM+. I love all of the different Porsche parts incorporated. I Fucking love this car...

[@beseakos]

I’m so glad Nads is back on a regular basis. I love his fanboying over any build he sees.

[@DonDubleone1986]

Rod sounds like Dan Akroyd ! Did you get the brakes from Tommy Callahan ?

[@earnestbunbury2103]

Callahan Auto Parts ... Sandusky , OH *nods head

[@zenkiftw2969]

I think nads found someone who can out talk him 😂 dude asked what engine is in the 356 and went on a history lesson 😆😂

[@joealex65]

That little Porsche is just NUTS! That's a dream build! 🔥🔥

[@TheHoonigans]

It really is! We were pumped Rod was finally able to bring it by to show you guys his crazy automotive vision.

[@badlakoni]

The things that you don't immediately see impressed me the most. Amazing build and final result.

[@bagplant]

"speaking of sound...." can we actually hear it blip blap please?

[@TheHoonigans]

Let's see if we can scumbag Rod in to bringing it to the Burnyard!

[@justinkasey1058]

@@TheHoonigans I think it should be a to thing, scumbag invite to burnyard at end of episode. If it doesn't work, send us off with a a startup and a little engine noise!?

[@notch4never206]

The rear kinda looks like a mini regera lol

[@lordfarquaad5358]

it's amazing how a Porsche always looks like a Porsche, just as much as they do today

[@boyertb]

Stunning; Nads you did a stunning job.

[@TheHoonigans]

Thanks for the great comment Gitsum!

[@marifla9266]

Front looks like my grandma, back like my gf.

[@SWTH71]

Marifla thicc

[@MDDeGrande1994]

Ahahahahahahahahahaha I'm done

[@bossvitorcunha]

the only thing i see, is Darth Vader in the back lol

[@bossvitorcunha]

@@tylerg2000 shiiit lol

[@sourdiesel6987]

That porsche is nuts!!! Nads was surprisingly well behaved today too lmao

[@TheHoonigans]

Nads will catch you off guard some times! You gotta look out.

[@eddiezorro1]

"Absolutely Monstrosity" I Love it... Great Job! Hopefully In The Near Future I can Order One!

[@hypernaj]

Something doesn't look right about this car

[@kennithchapman9689]

I'm sorry to say, it looks like a VW bug!

[@giamo_co8760]

@@kennithchapman9689 didn't read the title, as it was coming in I thought ooh nice beetle

[@alexgherghiceanu2094]

The headlights seem to me a bit small but apart ftom that it's beautifull

[@pjkf01]

It's the mesh in the front grills. That's the only thing that's off. Perhaps the front coulf be tucked back a little bit so it doesn't have such a substantial chin. Otherwise it's an amazing car.

[@kennithchapman9689]

@@giamo_co8760 really!!! Wow, no I can read!!! I'm sorry that this so called Porsche looks like a VW bug. I didn't build it. It's UGLY. There, I said it!!!! HAHA!!!!

[@emmanuelferguson]

Cool Momo add, oh wait there's a Porsche 356 there too!

[@RadDadisRad]

I love the passion on these build bio segments. They are so passionate that i want whatever they built and i feel like I’ve always wanted it.

[@Locoandchooch]

I’ve always loved what Rod does to 356’s, and this one is a beast.