Eleven After Nine | A Porsche Culture Podcast

I just bought a 2005 Porsche 911 with 102,000 miles on it. And I'd do it again tomorrow.

In this episode I break down exactly what to look for — and what to run from — when buying a 997.1. IMS bearings, bore scoring, Carfax red flags, and why a set of cheap tires can tell you more about a previous owner than they ever would.

Whether you're actively shopping or just dreaming about it — this one's for you.

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The drive continues. After an incredible year of building this community, I’m thrilled to officially welcome you to ElevenAfterNine. This is a new chapter focused on the honest, unfiltered, and educational Porsche content you’ve come to expect—just Derek, some fantastic friends & experts, and the machines we love.

We're taking the cars out, leaving the noise behind, and taking this show to levels you haven't seen yet.

 

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Why is the 2005-2008 Porsche 911 (997.1) so much cheaper than the 2009+ models? In a market where 911 prices are skyrocketing, Derek just picked up a high-mile 997.1 Carrera for the cost of a used Boxster.

In today’s episode of Rennthusiast Radio, Will and Derek break down why this generation is the ultimate sleeper. We look at the real ownership data, the apparent truth about Bore Score, and why the base 997.1 might be the best analog driving experience for the money.

What you will learn:
The real-world cost of a 100,000 mile 911.
Why the "unreliable" reputation is keeping prices low.
How to find a $38k 911 that won't ruin you.
Why Derek prefers the 997.1 engine over the newer 997.2 DFI.
The specific things to look for in a 997.1 PPI.

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Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome to Rennthusiast Radio
01:58 The 996 vs 997: Watercooled evolution
05:30 Why 997.2 prices are out of control
09:52 Market Report: What a 997.1 costs in 2026
15:30 The 100k Mile PPI: What Derek found
18:00 The 3% Rule: Bore Scoring data from Blackstone Labs
23:21 The $38,000 reveal
28:30 Why the 997.1 is the better analog experience

Keywords: Porsche 997.1 buying guide, $38k Porsche 911, 997.1 vs 997.2 price, Porsche 911 reliability, 997.1 Carrera review, affordable 911, high mileage Porsche 911, bore scoring facts.
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In this episode of Rennthusiast Radio, Will and Derek sit down with Joe Adams, Senior Analyst at Blackstone Laboratories and host of the Slick Talk podcast, to separate Porsche engine fear from real data.

We hit the stuff that keeps owners up at night. Bore scoring. Oil brand tribal wars. Additives. Long oil change intervals. Winter storage. Track use. And whether the internet’s “it’s inevitable” talk matches what Blackstone actually sees in thousands of oil reports.

Joe breaks down what oil analysis can and cannot tell you, what patterns point to real problems, and why trends matter more than one scary forum post. If you’re shopping 996, 997, 991, or you just want to sleep better with your current car, this one is for you.

Listen for:
Bore scoring reality and why the numbers surprise people
What actually matters with oil choice, viscosity, and API certification
When longer oil change intervals are fine, and when they are risky
What storage does to oil, and whether you should change it before winter
How Blackstone processes samples and what $40 testing includes

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Owning more than one Porsche sounds ridiculous on paper. Then you live it.

In this episode of Rennthusiast Radio, Will and Derek talk through why a multi Porsche garage can actually be practical, and how it can make your ownership life easier, cheaper, and more fun when you set it up the right way.

We get into:
What you learn fast after buying and selling a lot of Porsches
How your taste changes once internet opinions stop mattering
Why the best two car setup is one dependable car plus one special car
How to avoid overlapping experiences, drivetrain, transmission, and purpose
How repeat buying builds a network for off market cars and faster deals
How experience helps you spot seller red flags and walk away clean
When “too many cars” turns into a chore, and what to do about it
Will’s early take on 996 GT3 ownership and what it teaches you about limits

If you’ve ever thought about adding a second Porsche, or you already have multiple cars and feel the squeeze, this one will hit.

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