Orbital Dreams: Honda NSX-R Restoration (ContempoConcept)

On this feature from Contempo Concept, they moderately restore a Honda NSX Type-R in championship white over black. Who says "we just ordered a new oem radio and bezel" because some PO installed a double-din unit and cut up the original panels? These guys, that's who.

Video courtesy of ContempoConcept.

Neo-Vintage Enthusiast Feature: Master Mechanics: Canford Classics Porsche Restoration (Petrolicious)

 On this episode of Master Mechanics, we look at Alan Drayson's Canford Classics shop where they meticulously restore Porsche 911s.

Video courtesy of Petrolicious.

Orbital Dreams: How to restore a 30-Year Old 100,000 Mile Mercedes 500 SL (TopazDetailing)

 The Topaz gang overhaul a 100K mile 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 SL.

Video courtesy of TopazDetailing.

Neo-Vintage Automotive Workshop: Master Mechanics: Ferrari Restoration At Autofficina Bonini (Petrolicious)

This feature looks at Autofficina Bonini and it's founder Carlo Bonini, who built an independent Ferrari repair and restoration shop into a business recognized by Ferrari.

Video courtesy of Petrolicious.

Orbital Dreams: Nissan Skyline GT-R V-Spec II Refresh (ContempoConcept)

 The Contempo gang refresh one of my favorites, a R32 Nissan Skyline GTR V-Spec II.

Video courtesy of ContempoConcept.

Neo-Vintage Feature: MZR Roadsports: Evolving The Datsun 240Z in England (Petrolicious)

On this feature, Petrolicous looks at MZR Motorsports out of the UK. They restore, rebuilt and customize Datsun 240Z to spec, making them more reliable, modern, luxurious and perform better than the originals. Think Singer-esque for those who love the original Z car.

Video courtesy of Petrolicious.

Neo-Vintage Motorsport Feature: 1932 Mercedes-Benz SSKL (JayLenosGarage)

 Jay welcomes a remanufactured Mercedes-Benz SSK in L spec. 1930s engineering at it's finest.

Video courtesy of JayLenosGarage.

Dope Vid. #311

Video courtesy of Porsche.

Orbital Dreams: Nismo 400R Restoration (ContempoConcept)

This video gives me great satisfaction, especially since I'm not paying for this work.


Video courtesy of ContempoConcept.

Orbital Dreams: Cleaning up my STI Swapped Forester - ASMR Style (GearsAndGasoline)

Grab a snack.

Video courtesy of GearsAndGasoline.

What to watch this weekend (April 4th - April 9th)

• Garage Squad. Sunday @ 2pm - 8pm (MotorTrend) replays
• Chasing Classic Cars. Monday @ 8pm - 12am (MotorTrend) replays
• Bitchin Rides. Tuesday @ 6pm - 7pm (MotorTrend) replay
• Chasing Classic Cars. Tuesday @ 7pm - 7:30 (MotorTrend) replay
• Motorweek. Tuesday @ 7:30pm - 8pm (MotorTrend) replay
• Bitchin Rides. Wednesday @ 6pm - 7pm (MotorTrend)
• Vintage Voltage. Wednesday @ 10pm - 11pm (MotorTrend)

Enjoy your weekends.

Video courtesy of  Drivetribe.

Orbital Dreams: Disgusting Car Detailing Makeover: Junkyard Disaster Before and After Cleaning (AMMONYC)

Larry and team save a junkyard 944 for charity.


Video courtesy of AMMONYC.

Neo-Vintage Feature: The Evo: Building The Ultimate Ferrari Dino (Petrolicious)

This short film looks at Ferrari Dino 246 GTS owner and collector, David Lee, who has converted this 1972 Dino to Evo 3.6L Monza spec. Larger wheels and brakes, stroked F40 block, velocity stacks, upgraded F40 cooling, exhaust, headlight covers, the works. Turn it up.


Video courtesy of Petrolicious.

Enthusiast Topic: PCA Spotlight: A Porsche sanctuary at Griot's Garage (PCAHQ)

On this PCA Spotlight they take a trip to Griot's Garage HQ in WA to check out their rarely seen Porsche enclave. Personal cars and customer cars all come here for restorative services.


Video courtesy of PCAHQ.

Orbital Dreams: Most Insane Paint Job EVER! Step-by-Step Process (AMMONYC)

Larry walks us through the insane paint work done to his 964 which has a new roof and other significant metal repairs performed previously.


Video courtesy of AMMONYC.

Orbital Dreams: Rock Chip Touch-up Tool: Museum 911 (AMMONYC)

Larry touches up rock chips on an original 911 bound for the Museum of modern art.


Video courtesy of AMMONYC.

Orbital Dreams: And the winner of the Porsche UK Classic restoration competition is... (Porsche)

A look at the Porsche GB transaxle-model restoration competition. Love this stuff.


Video courtesy of Porsche.

Neo-Vintage Feature: Mk1 Polo - The Story (LEPautomotive)

Sam Wookey talks us through the acquisition, trials and tribulations daily-ing an ultra low mileage Mk1 Polo. Projects never end and sticking with them can be quite rewarding when you come out the other side.


Video courtesy of LEPautomotive.

Automotive Workshop: Roger's BMW E46 M3 Underside Restoration (RedishAutomotive)

Redish Automotive, operating out of the UK does some serious work in BMW repair and maintenance. They even offer restoration services like the one see here. Ever want your chassis good as new or even better? While I'm scared of the cost, I'd love to do this for one of my aging projects.


Video courtesy of RedishAutomotive.

Neo-Vintage: Skill, dedication and enthusiasm: the Porsche Restoration Competition (Porsche)

Porsche showcases the finalists in their Porsche Restoration Competition which takes place, between Porsche Classic Partner Centres, on a yearly basis. Outstanding work all around.


Video courtesy of Porsche.