This is a summary article of the recent live stream “Welcome Home, PORSCHE.”
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Main Topics and Content

1. Talk about the Air-Cooled Porsche 964 [02:14]

• Characteristics of the engine sound. It has a loud exhaust note like a motorcycle, but not sharp or edgy—more like a deep bass tone similar to a truck.
• At idle, the sound is mechanical, but above 3000 RPM it changes to a clear, well-tuned tone.
• The 964’s 3.6-liter engine suits its compact body perfectly, making acceleration in the city enjoyable.
• When turning the steering wheel, it becomes noticeably heavier, providing feedback that lets you feel the car’s limits. That’s the charm of the 964.

2. Recent Surge in Used Porsche Prices

2-1. Used Prices of Air-Cooled Porsche 964 [17:14]

• Checked prices for Turbo, Speedster, Carrera 2, etc. They all exceed 20 million yen.
• A 964 bought about five years ago for around 7 million yen is now close to 20 million yen.

2-2. Used Prices of Porsche Carrera T (992) [23:40]

• About a year after the new release, the used Carrera T inventory has grown, but prices still remain above new car levels.
• Many models with options exceed 26 million yen. Although prices have dropped, it’s only by a few hundred thousand yen.

3. Shift System of the Air-Cooled Porsche 964 (About Tiptronic) [32:30]

• The 964’s Tiptronic is easy to handle and will downshift with light throttle even in automatic mode.
• When buying a classic Porsche, Tiptronic is a highly recommended option for ease of use.
• Durability and reliability are also features of the 964 and 993 Tiptronic systems. Easier to manage than a manual.

4. About the IWC Ingenieur [45:06]

• The Ingenieur’s design is simple yet cool, never coming off as flashy no matter where you wear it.
• Highly accurate, with a daily variance of about one second. Also very easy to read.
• Available in white and black dials, both look great.
• Among IWC watches, it’s considered the best design.

5. About Tesla Delivery [40:33]

• Tesla deliveries are completed entirely online. All paperwork is prepared digitally.
• On delivery day, you simply ring the service center bell and receive the keys. The whole process can take as little as one minute.
• There’s no delivery ceremony or owner briefing. Instead, a link to a vehicle explanation video is sent.
• The experience is similar to picking up an iPhone at the Apple Store. So simple, it could easily be done at places like Yodobashi Camera.

6. Commonalities Between EVs and Porsche [1:03:04]

• The handling of the Porsche Taycan feels like a modern version of the 964. The car’s response when turning the wheel is very similar.
• The Taycan’s handling is so good it can perform “side-to-side shuffles.”
• Even with electrification, Porsche’s character remains intact, likely due to a clear benchmark.

7. How to Enjoy and Appreciate Air-Cooled Porsches [1:05:16]

• Air-cooled Porsches, especially the 964, are rare cars you can enjoy without high speeds. Driving at around 60 km/h while enjoying the engine sound feels great.
• Driving on rainy days is also fun. The sound of rain, engine, and tire road noise blend perfectly.
• The proper way to enjoy a classic Porsche is to keep it clean, wash it when dirty, and then drive it again repeatedly.