Jonny Smith 'That time we did a Somerset Ferris Bueller's day off'

This week on 9WERKS Radio we bring you a bumper episode to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Group C racing. Norbert Singer - father of the Porsche 956 - and 1986 C2 World Champion, Mike Wilds, join Lee, Andy, and Max to share their experiences from the frontline with these legendary racing cars. We ask if Group C really does represent one of the great eras of motorsport, and wonder what a 962 would be like as a track day tool. #spreadthelove9wr Max is back on the food and drink this week. ...

26 Syys 20221h 36min

Andy, Max and Lee kick off a new series of 9WERKS Radio with a deep-dive into the world of transaxle Porsches. Everything 924, 928, 944 and 968 is discussed as the team bring you owner accounts, a technical analysis from a specialist, plus road tests of a 944 2.5 and rare 968 Clubsport. Don't know enough about the era of the transaxle Porsche? This episode will enlighten you, and some! #spreadthelove9wr This week @maxripcor recommends @machina.studios for Jonny's fantastic photography @9w...

20 Syys 20221h 51min

It’s the end-of-season break, yet Andy, Max and Lee have dusted the mics off to bring you a very special podcast with Peter and Amjad from Gunther Werks, who are revealing their new chapter of Porsche 993 remastering. Project Tornado is Californian-based Gunther Werks’ first turbocharged restoration project, taking the last air-cooled Porsche 911 to a whole new level of performance. Peter and Amjad discuss the Gunther Werks ethos, before the team deep-dive into the details of this 700bhp, fl...

19 Elo 20221h 6min

Andy, Lee and Max get together for the 100th instalment of the podcast to discuss their favourite episodes and what they’ve learned since first sitting in front of the mics. Fresh from a tour through Europe with two air-cooled Turbos, Lee’s been given a 964 Cabriolet long-term loaner and discusses the pros and cons to multi-Porsche ownership, plus Andy explains why he’s been humbled by a notable Porsche collector on an alternative podcast. Lee and Andy also report back from the recent Cotswol...

8 Elo 20221h 13min

Lee’s lost in Europe, meanwhile in the studio, Andy & Max are joined by Jonathan Franklin from Jonathan Franklin Cars for a summer market update. What's going on in the car market right now? We also discuss the upcoming 992 GT3 RS. There have been lots of photos and titbits of information dropped in the last few days from various sources, including Porsche… here are our thoughts and predictions on the new Rennsport. We also introduce a new feature to 9WERKS Radio called ‘Spread the lo...

1 Elo 20221h 6min

Prepare yourself for a deep-dive into what could be one of the best Porsche restomod projects of 2022! In a refreshing move away from the tried-and-tested world of restomod 911s, Andy & Lee chat to the creator of the first reimagining of a transaxle Porsche. Thierry Nardone of Nardone Automotive joins 9WERKS Radio to explain the concept and backstory to his dream to bring the 928 bang-up-to-date for the modern age. Nardone’s 928 reimagining was initially showcased at the Milan Design We...

25 Heinä 20221h 20min

Lee, Andy and Max dial in from the 9WERKS Radio tower at Goodwood Motor Circuit to bring you highlights of the inaugural Flat Six Show! This inaugural event made for a brilliant gathering of petrolheads from all corners of Porschedom, from the modified scene right through to rare classics and track toys. The boys speak to listeners in attendance, as well as Porsche Classic and the organisers themselves, Seán from Renn Eleven and Jay from Players. If you were not able to attend, this episode, ...

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Lee and Andy bring you highlights from Le Mans Classic at the famous Circuit de La Sarthe, where racing legends are brought back to life for one spectacular weekend. After travelling down with the guys at RPM Technik for their driving tour, Lee and Andy chat to some guests at the trackside, before Mike Wilds reveals what it’s like to race at Le Mans 30 years after his last visit. Plus there’s tips for going to the 2023 event if it’s on your bucket list. ‘9WERKS Radio’ @9werks.radio is your ...

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