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• The Smoking Tire’s Zack Klapman on Overhyped Porsches and Real Drivers’ Cars

  This week on Rennthusiast Radio, Derek and Will sit down with Zack Klapman — co-host of The Smoking Tire and creator of the new automotive game show Driver’s Test — for a deep, candid, and hilarious conversation about Porsche ownership, hype culture, and what makes a real driver’s car.Zack doesn’t hold back — from why the GT3 might be overhyped to which Porsches are still undervalued under $100K, and why G-bodies and 964s might not be worth today’s money. The guys also dive into:- The 912’s surprising charm (and rust horrors)- Why PDK can feel more “race car” than manual- How perfect paint jobs ruin car ownership- Off-road 911s, the magic of the Dakar, and safari builds- Behind-the-scenes of Zack’s new YouTube game show Driver’s Test- The psychology of the Porsche bubble — and how long it can lastThis is the Porsche conversation every enthusiast needs to hear — from three guys who actually drive their cars hard.Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts.Watch more Porsche content on Derek’s channel: @ElevenAfterNineFollow Zack’s new show: @TheSmokingTire & Driver’s Test on YouTubePorsche 911, 996 Turbo, GT3 RS, Porsche ST review, 911 Dakar, Driver’s Test, The Smoking Tire, Zack Klapman, Matt Farah, Porsche buying guide, Porsche under 100k, Porsche manual vs PDK, Rennthusiast Radio, Porsche podcast, air-cooled Porsche, G-body 911, Porsche 997 vs 991, Porsche values 2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Luftgekühlt 11 Was Stunning—But We Found The Best Driving Roads In America

  We went to North Carolina for a few days of rallying, then rolled into Durham for Luftgekühlt 11—and it completely changed our perspectives.Derek opens with a public apology to Will: the Blue Ridge and Blowing Rock backroads aren’t just good…they might be the best he’s ever driven. We unpack what makes rally culture so addictive (trust, pace, and driving), the difference between “owners” and “drivers,” and the moment a patina-rich 356 and a scruffy 912 stole the show from million-dollar icons.Then we get honest about Luft 11 at the historic American Tobacco campus: artfully staged cars, jaw-dropping curation, and yes—“beauty fatigue.” Why the parking garage (daily-driven cars with scars and stories) was our favorite “exhibit,” and how the event lit a fire for the next hunt (hello, G-body).If you’re into real driving, community over clout, and Porsches with character, this one’s for you.Chapters 00:00 Cold open & why we’re buzzing 01:10 Derek’s public apology: Blue Ridge > New England? 03:20 The rally: trust, pace, & Mike/Bob’s routes 06:00 Owners vs drivers (and why patina rules) 10:20 Flow state on mountain roads (spiritual, not spooky) 14:45 Why NC roads hit different vs NE & CA 17:45 Car barns, kindness, and community 21:25 What is Luft—quick primer 23:55 Luft 11 impressions: art, curation, and perfect weather 27:40 Beauty fatigue is real (still the best Porsche show) 29:35 The cars that grabbed us: 912s, 356s, scars & stories 31:00 The hunt begins: G-body fever, Targa debate, garage math 33:30 What’s next & sign-offListen on the go: “Rennthusiast Radio Podcast” (Apple/Spotify). Watch Will’s 993 mountain drive and Derek’s Turbo S/X50 video on ElevenAfterNine. Subscribe for more honest Porsche talk, rally recaps, and ownership reality.Keywords: Luft 11, Luftgekühlt, Porsche 993, Porsche 356, Porsche 912, G-body, Blue Ridge Parkway, Blowing Rock NC, air-cooled Porsche, rally driving, patina Porsche, Porsche community Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Why You’ll Never Really Make Money on a Porsche (And Why That’s Okay)

  Will and Derek just got back from rallying through the Blue Ridge and Smoky Mountains before spending the weekend at Luftgekühlt 11 in Durham, North Carolina. From secret back-road routes around Blowing Rock to running laps at Bristol Motor Speedway, it was two days of incredible driving followed by the most artfully curated Porsche event on the planet — courtesy of Patrick Long and Jeff Zwart at the historic Lucky Strike factory.In the intro, Derek gives a full recap of the week: Then we roll into one of our favorite classic episodes — “The Big Lie: Making Money on Every Porsche.” We dig deep into:The myth of always profiting on Porsche ownershipThe hidden costs (taxes, insurance, PPIs, must-dos vs. nice-to-dos)Why ceramic and PPF are often sunk costsThe ethics of selling and what it means to be a good stewardWhy breaking even might actually mean you’re winningSo grab your coffee, settle in, and enjoy a mix of mountain-road storytelling and Porsche ownership truth-talk.Related videos: • Will’s new 993 video → @Rennthusiast • Derek’s Luft Shorts + Boxster first drive → @ElevenAfterNine #Porsche #Porsche911 #Luftgekühlt #PorscheLife #CarPodcast #RennthusiastRadio #PorscheOwnership #PorscheCulture #CarTalk #BlueRidgeParkway #PorscheCommunity #AirCooledPorsche #WaterCooledPorsche Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Buying a Porsche Is Fun. Selling… Not So Much. How to Do It Right

  Buying a Porsche is the fun part—selling it? Not so much. In this episode of Rennthusiast Radio, Derek and Will break down the right way to sell your Porsche without wasting time, money, or sanity. From prepping your car for sale, to pricing it correctly, to knowing whether PCA classifieds, Rennlist, Bring a Trailer, or Cars & Bids is the right platform—we’ve got you covered.We’ll share the mistakes we’ve seen sellers make (“testing the waters,” anyone?), how to present your Porsche with pro-level photos and videos, and the insider details buyers look for: PPIs, DME reports, binders of receipts, and even paint-meter readings.Whether you’re moving on from your first 911 or your tenth Cayenne, this episode is your playbook for selling smarter.Topics Covered:Why “testing the waters” turns buyers offWhere to list: PCA, Rennlist, BaT, Cars & Bids, Facebook MarketplacePricing strategies that actually workPhotos, videos, and presentation tips that sell carsReceipts, PPIs, and Porsche “nerd catnip” buyers loveWhen to pull the trigger and get the deal doneSubscribe to Rennthusiast Radio and ElevenAfterNine for real Porsche ownership talk, no fluff. #Porsche #RennthusiastRadio #Porsche911 #PorscheBoxster #PorscheCayman #PorscheLife #PorscheForSale #BringATrailer #CarsAndBids #Rennlist #PorscheCommunity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Does Porsche Mileage Matter? Garage Queens vs Road Warriors

  How much does mileage really matter on a Porsche? This week on Rennthusiast Radio, Derek and Will dig into the age-old debate: Are you better off with a low-mileage “garage queen” or a high-mileage “driver” that’s been loved and used? We break down the psychology behind Porsche odometers, why some owners obsess over the 20k, 80k, and 100k milestones, and how value, condition, and maintenance all play into the equation.We also talk about: -Why some Porsches gain romance at 200k+ miles -The concept of “free Porsche miles” between 40k–80k -How older air-cooled cars vs newer water-cooled cars change the mileage conversation -Why EVs flip the script (miles vs charge cycles) -The balance between ROI and pure driving joyWhether you baby your 911, daily your Boxster, or are hunting for your first Porsche, this episode will change how you think about mileage.Subscribe for weekly Porsche talk 🎙️ Listen to the Rennthusiast Radio podcast everywhere you get podcasts 📸 Follow Derek on YouTube: ElevenAfterNine (https://www.youtube.com/@ElevenAfterNine) 📸 Follow Will on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Rennthusiast#Porsche #Porsche911 #RennthusiastRadio #PorscheLife #GarageQueen #HighMileage #CarPodcast #PorscheCommunity Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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