Eleven After Nine | A Porsche Culture Podcast

What makes a Porsche worth keeping for the rest of your life?Patrick Long has raced some of the fastest and most important Porsches ever built. Jeff Zwart has spent decades racing, photographing, filming and living with them. Yet when I asked each of them to choose just one Porsche for the rest of their lives, neither chose the fastest car.We talk about why older, slower cars can sometimes deliver more of a driving experience, whether you can modify an air-cooled Porsche until you remove what made it special, why Jeff still drives his cars through snow, and how a Porsche becomes a keeper.We also spend plenty of time talking about Luftgekühlt!With Luft 12 coming to Town at Trilith outside Atlanta on October 10, Patrick and Jeff take us behind the scenes of how they choose the cars, why the venue matters so much, what makes a Porsche “Luft-worthy,” and why a beat-up old 912 with a great story can sometimes be more interesting than a priceless museum piece.And Jeff explains why, after 53 years together, his Porsche 914-6 would still be the one car he keeps.And for anyone heading to Luftgekühlt 12 in Atlanta on October 10, let me know. After this conversation with Patrick and Jeff, I moved a few things around and I’m planning to make the trip down as well.LUFTGEKÜHLT 12Saturday, October 10, 2026Town at TrilithFayetteville, GeorgiaTickets & Event Information:https://luftgekuhlt.com/pages/luft-12Luftgekühlt:https://luftgekuhlt.com/FOLLOW PATRICK LONGWebsite:https://patricklong.com/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/plmotorsport/FOLLOW JEFF ZWARTInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/zwart/FOLLOW ELEVENAFTERNINEWebsite & Porsche Consulting:https://www.elevenafternine.com/Main YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@ElevenAfterNinePodcast YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ElevenAfterNinePodcastInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/theelevenafternine/Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eleven-after-nine-a-porsche-culture-podcast/id1887344928Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0fpVL61pWEZDkaygT7cGZhContact:[email protected]:00 What Makes a Porsche Worth Keeping?02:13 Does Driving Great Cars Change What You Value?05:30 Why Older Porsches Feel Different06:28 What Makes a Porsche “Luft-Worthy”?09:02 How Luftgekühlt Chooses Its Cars11:40 Why Luft Is More Than a Car Show12:26 The Cars Outside Luft Can Be Just as Good15:38 Air-Cooled vs. Water-Cooled Porsche16:08 How Jeff Zwart Designs a Luft Venue17:39 What You Should Look For at Luft 1220:39 What Luft 12 Is Celebrating21:34 Can Luft Get Too Big?24:37 Why Patrick and Jeff Stay Approachable25:48 Jeff Zwart's 53-Year Porsche 914-627:28 Can You Modify an Old Porsche Too Much?30:32 Can a Restoration Remove a Porsche's Character?33:57 What Makes a Porsche a Keeper?34:26 Why Jeff Drives His Porsches in the Snow36:37 The Problem With Saving Cars Instead of Driving Them38:02 Does a Porsche Factory Racer Still Want to Drive Fast?41:16 One Porsche for the Rest of Your Life41:28 Jeff Zwart Chooses His 914-642:37 Patrick Long Chooses His One Porsche44:26 Patrick's Case for Air-Cooled Porsche46:08 Luft 12 and One Final Thought46:45 “How Did the Car Make You Feel?”Buying a Porsche and want a second opinion before you wire the money? One-on-one Porsche buyer consulting is available at ElevenAfterNine.com.ElevenAfterNine is an independent enthusiast podcast and is not affiliated with, authorized by, or endorsed by Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What do you do when your Porsche engine starts leaking, making noise, showing signs of bore scoring, or simply reaches the point where you have to decide whether to keep driving or tear it apart?Jake Raby of Flat Six Innovations joins me for a wide-ranging conversation about Porsche engine problems, rebuilds, upgrades, M96/M97 failures, air-cooled engines, bore scoring, IMS issues, and what owners should know before spending serious money.We start with one of the biggest questions Porsche owners face: How do you know when an engine actually needs to come apart?Jake explains what separates a true engine builder from a general repair shop, what questions you should ask before handing over your engine, why flat-rate work can be a warning sign, and why he believes standards and discipline matter more than speed.Then we get into the engines themselves.Jake explains why he considers bore scoring advanced wear rather than a traditional failure, why he believes some engines may effectively be born predisposed to it, and why low-mileage cars can sometimes concern him more than cars that have been driven hard.We also talk about my own 1972 911T and its leaking 2.7-liter engine. Do I leave it alone? Reseal it? Rebuild it? Make it bigger? Or put the engine aside and install something completely different?And yes, Jake also makes one statement that will probably start an argument: after owning and working on plenty of both, he believes the 996.1 is a better all-around car than the 964 or 993.Other topics include:• When an oil leak actually becomes a reason to open an engine• Rebuilding stock versus upgrading while you're in there• Why Jake rarely puts an engine back exactly as Porsche built it• 3.2-liter air-cooled engine swaps• LS V8 swaps into 996s• What Jake thinks of modern M96/M97 engine conversions• IMS bearing failures• Bore scoring and cylinder wear• Why some low-mileage Porsches may need more work than you expect• Why Jake says you should fully warm up your Porsche, then drive it hard• The Porsche Jake would keep if he could own only oneGUEST: JAKE RABYFounder, Flat Six Innovations / Raby Engine DevelopmentFLAT SIX INNOVATIONSWebsite:https://flat6innovations.com/RABY AIRCOOLED TECHNOLOGYWebsite:https://aircooledtechnology.com/ELEVENAFTERNINEWebsite & Porsche Consulting:https://www.elevenafternine.com/Main YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@ElevenAfterNinePodcast YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ElevenAfterNinePodcastInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/theelevenafternine/Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eleven-after-nine-a-porsche-culture-podcast/id1887344928Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0fpVL61pWEZDkaygT7cGZhContact:[email protected]:00 Your Porsche engine has a problem. Now what?05:38 What separates a real engine builder?17:59 Why Jake builds engines differently25:05 How to choose a Porsche engine builder32:10 Why water-cooled engine failures feel different37:56 Jake: The 996.1 is better than the 964 and 99347:54 My leaking 2.7-liter 911 engine53:00 When is an oil leak bad enough to fix?57:58 Rebuild it stock or make it better?1:02:53 LS V8 swaps in a Porsche 9961:08:55 When engine failure becomes an opportunity1:11:22 Jake's take on the cause of bore scoring1:12:38 Low mileage versus hard-driven engines1:16:04 How to keep your Porsche engine healthy1:18:33 Why Jake says to drive your Porsche hard1:28:58 The one Porsche Jake would keepElevenAfterNine is an independent enthusiast podcast and is not affiliated with, authorized by, or endorsed by Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How do police actually catch speeders today, and how much protection can a modern radar detector, laser jammer, or Waze really give you?I sat down with Ariel Bravy, the man behind Vortex Radar, one of the biggest sources for real-world radar detector, laser jammer, dash cam, and countermeasure testing.We cover radar vs. laser, K band vs. Ka band, why laser is so hard to detect, how laser jammers work, and how modern detectors filter false alerts from cars and automatic doors.Then we get into what matters for enthusiasts: the best setup for back roads, highways and canyon driving, whether directional arrows are worth it, how Waze fits into the picture, what happens with instant-on radar, clean installations for a Porsche, and what Ariel would buy today.We also talk about moving radar, laser, photo enforcement, aircraft enforcement, and the next generation of systems designed to be harder to detect.RADAR DETECTORS DISCUSSEDUniden R3https://amzn.to/46QpszJUniden R4whttps://amzn.to/4r486cbUniden R8whttps://amzn.to/4xO3hGxEscort Redline 360chttps://amzn.to/4A8aClHValentine 1 Gen2https://amzn.to/3SHQar8BlendMounthttps://amzn.to/4gOpApmFOLLOW VORTEX RADARWebsite:https://www.vortexradar.com/Best Radar Detectors:https://www.vortexradar.com/best-radar-detectors/Best Laser Jammers:https://www.vortexradar.com/best-laser-jammers/YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@VortexRadarInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/vortexradar/X:https://x.com/VortexRadarFOLLOW ELEVENAFTERNINEWebsite & Porsche Consulting:https://www.elevenafternine.com/Main YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@ElevenAfterNinePodcast YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ElevenAfterNinePodcastInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/theelevenafternine/Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eleven-after-nine-a-porsche-culture-podcast/id1887344928Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/0fpVL61pWEZDkaygT7cGZhContact:[email protected] THIS EPISODE00:00 Meet Ariel Bravy02:05 Radar detectors vs. laser jammers05:03 How laser jammers work08:14 Can police tell you're using a jammer?12:00 K band, Ka band and false alerts15:19 Radar detectors on back roads21:26 Canyon driving22:42 Why Waze matters25:22 Best affordable detector27:21 Why arrows matter32:20 Best set-it-and-forget-it detector34:29 Clean Porsche installations40:35 Can countermeasures still fail?42:22 Best radar detector for a Porsche43:19 Aircraft speed enforcement44:39 Who is winning the technology arms race?45:46 What's coming next47:32 If police see your detector49:12 What to do if you get pulled overRadar detectors, laser jammers, and other countermeasures are regulated differently depending on where you drive. Check applicable state and local laws before purchasing, installing, or using any equipment.Some product links may be affiliate links. If you purchase through one of these links, I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you.ElevenAfterNine is an independent enthusiast podcast and is not affiliated with, authorized by, or endorsed by Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Porsche makes some very good electric cars. But are they actually the best EVs? I wanted to answer that question with someone who has driven nearly everything.Jonny Lieberman is Senior Features Editor at MotorTrend, host of Driving With Jonny, co-host of The InEVitable, and a regular on Spike’s Car Radio. He has driven everything from early Porsche 911s to the Taycan Turbo GT Weissach with the Manthey kit around the Nürburgring.And Jonny has opinions.We talk about what Porsche gets right with the Taycan, Macan EV and new electric Cayenne, where Tesla, Rivian and Lucid are ahead, why Porsche still refuses to embrace one-pedal driving, and whether removing the engine and sound takes away part of what makes a Porsche feel special.We also get into one of the most interesting opportunities in the Porsche market right now: depreciation. When a Porsche that originally cost well over $100,000 can suddenly be bought used for $40,000 to $50,000, should Porsche enthusiasts start paying attention?CONNECT WITH JONNY LIEBERMANDriving With Jonny:https://www.youtube.com/@drivingwithjonnyInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/jonnylieberman/MotorTrend:https://www.motortrend.com/author/451144/jonny-liebermanJonny’s Official Links:https://linktr.ee/jonnyliebermanThe InEVitable:https://theinevitablepodcast.podbean.com/Spike’s Car Radio:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spikes-car-radio/id1247694648CONNECT WITH ElevenAfterNineWebsite and Porsche Consulting:https://www.elevenafternine.com/Main YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@ElevenAfterNineEleven After Nine Podcast YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ElevenAfterNinePodcastInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/theelevenafternine/Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/eleven-after-nine-a-porsche-culture-podcast/id1887344928Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/[email protected] a Porsche and want a second opinion before you wire the money? One-on-one Porsche buyer consulting is available at ElevenAfterNine.com.QUESTION FOR YOUWould you buy a heavily depreciated used Taycan, or would you spend the same money on a gas-powered Porsche?And if Porsche eventually makes the Boxster and Cayman electric, can they still feel like real Porsches?CHAPTERS00:00 - Meet Jonny Lieberman01:06 - Are Electric Porsches Actually Good?02:30 - Taycan vs Audi RS e-tron GT03:14 - The Problem With the Electric Macan04:54 - Porsche’s Electric Cayenne Strategy07:01 - Why Jonny Loves BMW’s Electric 7 Series10:19 - Did Porsche Bet Wrong on EVs?11:18 - What Happens to the Electric Boxster and Cayman?13:40 - Can an EV Still Feel Like a Porsche?18:08 - When Did Engine Sound Become So Important?25:19 - Can Porsche Make an EV Feel Special?27:40 - Tesla Full Self-Driving Changes the Conversation29:38 - Jonny’s Tesla FSD Torture Test31:20 - The Cybertruck and the Family of Skunks33:29 - Porsche vs Tesla Driver Assistance39:05 - Tesla and Rivian vs Traditional Automakers39:46 - Why Porsche Won’t Use One-Pedal Driving42:16 - Is Porsche Holding Onto the Past?44:26 - Porsche Adds Fake Gears to the Taycan46:42 - Do Fake Gears Belong in an Electric Porsche?52:03 - Why Over-the-Air Updates Matter54:08 - Tesla’s Hidden Software Advantage56:08 - Volkswagen’s Software Problem59:50 - Used Taycan Depreciation: Problem or Opportunity?1:03:40 - Why Lucid May Survive1:08:01 - Did Porsche Enter the EV Market at the Wrong Time?1:11:05 - Why Should Anyone Buy a Porsche EV?1:12:43 - Which Taycan Generation Should You Buy?1:16:10 - The Secret to Successful EV Ownership1:18:19 - Jonny’s Favorite Porsche Ever1:26:51 - The Best Porsche for $60,000 to $75,0001:28:29 - 997 vs 991 vs Air-Cooled 9111:31:06 - The Porsche Carrera T Jonny LovesElevenAfterNine is an independent enthusiast podcast and is not affiliated with, authorized by, or endorsed by Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Most Porsche owners spend years worrying about mileage, paint, value, and keeping the car perfect. Kris Clewell has put well over 100,000 miles on his 1972 Albert Blue Porsche 911T, driven it across the country, taken it down roads most owners would never consider, and he thinks we may be missing the point.Kris is the co-founder of Overcrest, host of the Overcrest Podcast, photographer, filmmaker, writer, and one of the people whose work helped shape the way I think about old cars and road trips.He also happens to own the same year and color Porsche as I do, a 1972 Albert Blue 911T.What started as a conversation about those two cars turned into something much bigger.This ended up being one of my favorite conversations I've had on ElevenAfterNine. If you own a Porsche, an old car, a motorcycle, or anything else that gives you an excuse to go somewhere, I think there is something in this episode for you.The car isn't the point. What you do with it is.IN THIS EPISODE• More than 100,000 miles in Kris's 1972 Porsche 911T• How cheap Volkswagens eventually led Kris to Porsche• Rebuilding his first 911SC himself• The $150,000 offer that almost bought his 911• Why his kids are one reason he may never sell it• Why he drives a valuable air-cooled Porsche on gravel• Why Kris considers paint a wear item• Cars as tools for exploration• Why you shouldn't waste the "in-between"• Driving, solitude, and flow state• The emotional moment that created Overcrest• What makes an Overcrest Rally different• How Kris scouts routes to create real experiences• The incredible Renault Le Car story from rural OregonFOLLOW KRIS CLEWELL & OVERCRESTOvercrest:https://overcrestproductions.comOvercrest Rally:https://overcrestproductions.com/pages/rallyOvercrest Podcast:https://overcrestproductions.com/pages/podcastYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@overcrestproductionsInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/overcrestproductionsWATCH DAS ZIELKris Clewell and Alex Nelson's cross-country film featuring Kris's 1972 Porsche 911:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qGtKUcGBBwEElevenAfterNineWebsite & Porsche Consulting:https://www.elevenafternine.com/YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@ElevenAfterNineInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/theelevenafternine/Contact:[email protected] is an independent enthusiast podcast and is not affiliated with, authorized by, or endorsed by Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.