Eleven After Nine | A Porsche Culture Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Is the "Everyman’s Supercar" disappearing? This week on The ElevenAfterNine Podcast, Derek dives into Porsche’s recent financial shift toward a "Value over Volume" strategy. With operating profits seeing a massive shift and a new focus on ultra-exclusive halo cars, we discuss the "Vacuum Effect"—how rising new car prices are sucking up the values of the 997, 991, and 981 generations.

Later in the episode, Derek answers a high-stakes listener question: If you have $40,000, should you buy a high-mileage 997.1 911 or a modern 981 Boxster/Cayman? We break down the "Loyal Friend" vs. the "Idiosyncratic Icon," the reality of the maintenance myth, and the one "Don't Settle" rule every first-time buyer needs to hear.

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• Official Website: ElevenAfterNine.com (Send your questions here!)
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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.

Join the conversation:

• Website: ElevenAfterNine.com (Leave a topic suggestion in the comment box!)
• Instagram: @theelevenafternine
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ElevenAfterNine

ElevenAfterNine is an independent enthusiast podcast and is not affiliated with, authorized, or endorsed by Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG.

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Do you want the actual data from the expert that disputes everything you have heard about Bore Scoring? Every forum, Facebook group, and "expert" corner of the internet would have you believe that if you own a water-cooled 911, your engine is a ticking time bomb. I’ve spent countless nights losing sleep over this—so I went straight to the source for the real numbers.

In this episode of ElevenAfterNine, I’m joined by Joe Adams of Blackstone Labs. Joe isn’t guessing; he’s looking at a database of thousands of Porsche engine samples. We break down the actual failure rates for the 996, 997, and 991 generations, and the results are not what you’ve been told.

Connect with ElevenAfterNine:

• Official Website: ElevenAfterNine.com (Leave a topic suggestion or question!)

• Instagram: @theelevenafternine

• Podcast: Search "ElevenAfterNine" on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.

Connect with Blackstone Labs:

• Website: Blackstone-labs.com

• Podcast: Check out Joe on the Slick Talk podcast.

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Is the "Lifetime Replacement Guarantee" at FCP Euro actually real, or is it too good to be true? Today, we’re joined by Joe Finkel, former Porsche Master Tech and current Porsche Product Manager at FCP Euro, to pull back the curtain on the ultimate European car ownership hack—including how to never pay for an oil change again—while diving into which specific Porsche models and years are actually the most reliable to own. Whether you’re a DIYer trying to save on the "Porsche Tax" or a 911 purist looking for the best-engineered parts, Joe breaks down the mechanics of the FCP program and shares his expert verdict on the 997.1 vs. 997.2 debate, the hidden issues with modern "plastic" engines, and the exact Panamera and Macan years that deserve a spot in your garage.

• The Oil Change Hack: How the Lifetime Replacement Guarantee (LRG) works for consumables.
• BMW vs. Porsche Engineering: A Master Tech’s honest take on who builds a better machine.
• The "Plastic" Problem: Why modern engines feel more "disposable."
• Reliability Guide: Why Joe thinks the 997.1 Carrera S is the sweet spot of the 911 lineage.
• Panameras & Macans: Identifying the common "Achilles heel" (like those aluminum timing cover bolts) and the specific years you should buy.

• FCP Euro Official Site: https://www.fcpeuro.com
• The Lifetime Replacement Guarantee: https://www.fcpeuro.com/page/lifetime-guarantee
• FCP Euro YouTube (DIY Guides): https://www.youtube.com/@fcpeuro

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Is the Porsche community sleeping on the best daily driver ever made? In this episode of ElevenAfterNine, I’m joined by my "brother from another mother," Angelo Scuderi.

Angelo isn't just a Porsche enthusiast; he’s the Service Director at Porsche of Nashua and a Goldmeister Master Mechanic. He’s the guy I trust with my own cars, and today, he’s dropping some serious truth bombs that might make you rethink your next purchase.

In this episode, we dive into:

• The "Zero-Failure" Engine: Why Angelo has never had to tear down a 4-cylinder 718 motor in all his years at the dealership.
• The Daily Driver Myth: Why the 987.2 Cayman might be the best "bang-for-your-buck" Porsche on the planet.
• 930 Turbo vs. The World: I tell Angelo why his dream 1979 Turbo is a "beautiful piece of crap" (and he explains why I’m wrong).
• Maintenance vs. Oil Changes: The critical distinction every owner needs to understand to save their engine.
• The Death of the Manual: Why the manual transmission is disappearing and what it means for the secondary market.

Whether you're looking for your first Porsche or you're a seasoned Rennlist regular, this conversation is about the real-world usage of these machines—not just the spec sheets.

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This week on ElevenAfterNine, we’re slowing things down to tackle one of the most debated topics in the Porsche community: "Do I upgrade my car or upgrade the Model?"

Today, we do the math on the $10,000 Dilemma: Should you save that extra cash to jump a trim level, or should you spend it on the "Touchpoints" and "Soundtracks" that actually create the "Fizz"?

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Are you Team Upgrade Car or Model? Let me know in the comments below!

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We think we’re protecting our Porsches by keeping them tucked away, but we might actually be accelerating their demise. In this episode of ElevenAfterNine, I’m joined by Porsche Master Mechanic Joe Finkel from FCP Euro to debunk the myths of "garage queen" ownership.

From the "stasis" trap of battery maintainers to the hidden dangers of winter idling, we break down exactly why these cars need to be exercised—and how to do it without causing catastrophic engine damage.

In this episode, we cover:

• The Battery Myth: Why "floating" your battery might be killing the plates.
• The "B-Word": Does Bore Scoring actually affect the 997.2 and 991 generations?
• Cold Start Danger: Why idling in your driveway is the worst thing you can do for your cylinder walls.
• The 194° Rule: The specific temperature you MUST see before driving hard.
• The "Secret Sauce": Joe’s specific oil and additive cocktail to keep bore scoring at bay.

• Main YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@ElevenAfterNine
• Podcast YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@ElevenAfterNinePodcast
• Instagram: @theelevenafternine
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• FCP Euro: https://www.fcpeuro.com (Home of the Lifetime Replacement Guarantee)
• Joe’s Oil Recommendation: Driven DT40 or Amsoil 5W-50 + Liqui Moly MOS2

00:00 – Welcome back to ElevenAfterNine

00:56 – Why Porsches "sit to death"

01:43 – The truth about battery maintainers and amperage

04:12 – The Winter Storage Debate: To start or not to start?

05:34 – How idling "bombs" your catalytic converters

06:15 – Cylinder Washout: How bore scoring starts in the garage

07:15 – The 194° (90°C) "Mash the Throttle" rule

08:29 – Don't "Lug" your engine: Proper hill-climbing technique

09:29 – Bore scoring on 997.2 and 991 engines (The MA01)

11:00 – The "Fingernail Test" vs. The Guitar Pick

14:06 – The 5W-50 "Secret Formula" for high-mileage Porsches

17:42 – Baselining your Porsche: Why trust no one

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In this episode of ElevenAfterNine, Derek sits down with Jeff Lehman, author of

"A Porsche Enthusiast's Guide to the 987.1 2.7 Boxster and Cayman" and the

guy people actually trust on first-generation base Boxsters and Caymans.

Jeff recently drove a 993, his own 987.1 Cayman, and a 997.1 back-to-back —

and his takeaway flips conventional wisdom on its head. We get into why the

base 2.7 motor is more fun than people give it credit for, why the IMS and

bore scoring panic on 2007-2008 cars is overblown, and why the .1 cars

might be the last honest value play left in the Porsche lineup.

If you've ever talked yourself out of a Boxster or Cayman because it wasn't

an S — this one's for you.

📖 Grab Jeff's book on Amazon (proceeds go to car-related charities):

A Porsche Enthusiast's Guide to the 987.1 2.7 Boxster and Cayman

GIVEAWAY: Drop a comment and STAR rating for the podcast and we'll pick one listener to receive

a signed copy of Jeff's book, courtesy of Jeff himself.

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⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 — Hook & Intro: Meet Jeff Lehman, the 987.1 savant

02:25 — Why focus on just one generation? The case for the 2.7

04:36 — Jeff's first Porsche: the 1976 912E

06:03 — Porsche history nugget: the original 356 was mid-engine

08:04 — Confessions of a reformed "S" guy

10:29 — Why base cars sound better (engine, induction, exhaust)

13:30 — IMS bearing & bore scoring on 2007-2008 cars: the real data

16:36 — The Blackstone Labs 3% figure & forum misinformation

18:36 — DIY-friendly? What you can (and shouldn't) tackle yourself

24:17 — Why these cars are still actually affordable

26:00 — 981 vs 987.1: hydraulic vs electric steering

28:30 — The big test: 993 vs 987.1 Cayman vs 997.1 back-to-back

32:06 — Power-to-weight: why the Cayman feels closer to the 993

35:00 — Do you really need more than 325hp?

39:50 — Why the .1 beats the .2: aesthetics, scarcity, and DFI concerns

43:01 — The perfect second Porsche

45:09 — Buying advice: spec, options, and the rear wiper

47:30 — PPI red flags and the importance of receipts

50:00 — Importing a Cayman from Canada (and the TPMS gotcha)

52:43 — Carrera GT design DNA in the 987.1 headlights

53:38 — Mods worth doing (and the Carniwal exhaust trick)

57:04 — Final verdict & the signed book giveaway

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🎙️ ABOUT ELEVENAFTERNINE

ElevenAfterNine is a Porsche podcast for people who actually drive their

cars.

Website: www.ElevenNine.com

YouTube: @ElevenAfterNine

Instagram: @TheElevenAfterNine

Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and everywhere podcasts live.

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Nick Murray joins ElevenAfterNine for a conversation about what's actually worth owning in the Porsche lineup right now — and his answer just might ruffle some feathers in the GT3 community.

We get into the Lemon Law saga that put Nick on the map, why most first-time buyers over-spec their cars, the options that are a complete waste of money (PDCC, we're looking at you), and why Nick says he'd sell a free GT3 to buy something he'd actually drive. Plus: why the current Carrera T might be the most complete 911 Porsche makes, the truth about the understated horsepower numbers on the turbocharged cars, and a 993 cabriolet love letter that'll make you rethink the "coupes only" crowd.

This one's for people who drive their cars.

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Facebook: facebook.com/kiwinicktube

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CHAPTERS

00:00 Welcome Nick (and the Casio calculator watch club)

02:30 The 991.1 that started it all: Nick's Lemon Law story

07:00 Picking up a broken car and the buyback fight

09:30 Why the video blew up — and why he didn't want it to

13:30 Becoming the Erin Brockovich of Porsche

16:30 Over-speccing your first Porsche (and what to skip)

17:30 PDCC: the expensive option nobody needs

20:30 Why dynamic chassis control makes passengers car sick

22:30 Deviated stitching, leather dashes, and other money pits

24:00 Speccing a new Carrera T: what you actually need

27:30 "If Porsche gave me a free GT3, I'd sell it"

30:30 GT3s on track vs. GT3s in real life

31:30 Base vs. S: the case for buying less car

36:30 The Plaid Effect and why the Turbo S gets boring

38:00 The slowest 911 you can buy (it's not what you think)

39:00 Why the base, T, and S are wildly underrated on horsepower

40:00 A $1,500 tune makes more power than a GT3

43:00 PDK vs. manual: the honest answer 46:00 The 4.0L Cayman/Boxster engine nobody talks about honestly

49:00 Nick's 993 cabriolet: the underdog love story

54:00 The time Nick cooked his 993 in his own garage

57:30 Why air-cooled cars refuse to die

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