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Posted by: iwanta914-6 Dec 8 2015, 12:11 PM

I'm assuming most of us have seen this photo Magnus posted? I know many don't care for him, especially after what happened in MN but still, it's 914 related!

"So it's official- I have caught a Dose of 914 fever , apparently it's a double dose - Stay tuned to see how it goes #porsche #midengine"

Posted by: vw505 Dec 8 2015, 12:14 PM

Lets see what he does with it.

Posted by: iwanta914-6 Dec 8 2015, 12:21 PM

Two 914 projects, should be interesting for sure! Do either of these look familiar, did he buy one or both from a world member?

Posted by: ThePaintedMan Dec 8 2015, 12:25 PM

#whatever.


I don't particularly care for the guy, or his hashtagging everything. But I was sorry to hear about him losing his wife several months ago.

Posted by: billh1963 Dec 8 2015, 12:28 PM

I think its a good thing. He may bring some fresh ideas to the table.

One thing for certain...... If you have a solid car be prepared for an increase in value

Posted by: wes Dec 8 2015, 12:33 PM

I believe he said something about someone giving him one I'm not sure about two!

Posted by: Maltese Falcon Dec 8 2015, 12:35 PM

Caught this as well on the 'gram this morning
Let's see what he does with them . His last build was a 964 which he claims was his most "Intense" build to date. Keep in mind that he hires drivtrain, body, interior+exterior subcontractors to get it all "Intensely" done. He sure has his work cut out for himself ; topping some of the cars I've come to know here in the last decade

Posted by: iwanta914-6 Dec 8 2015, 12:44 PM

Yes, it's sad to hear when anyone loses the love of their life.

Posted by: JmuRiz Dec 8 2015, 12:59 PM

I guess that meant lots of phone calls to the subs...phew that was tough.

Posted by: ThePaintedMan Dec 8 2015, 01:01 PM

The guy is a expert at self promotion. He tinkers and looks unique for a "Porsche" person, so people dig him. I get it, I'm cool with it. But like you said, the bar has already been set, and if he can build something half as nice as Eric's car, he'll get a pat on the back.

Posted by: pete000 Dec 8 2015, 01:01 PM

There goes the neighborhood...

Posted by: iwanta914-6 Dec 8 2015, 01:03 PM

He has the vision, he hires the people that can make his vision a reality. I think the "intense" part of it was getting it completed on time, lol.

Posted by: iamchappy Dec 8 2015, 01:04 PM

He liked mine well enough to post it on his Instagram...


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Posted by: Chris Pincetich Dec 8 2015, 01:11 PM

I'd like to see period-correct 1970s details in his custom 914 - velour, disco balls, shag carpet, the works!

Posted by: 396 Dec 8 2015, 01:25 PM

The first time I met him was 6 years ago when he wanted to buy my 77 with a short stroke 3.2. Over the years, he made a name for himself. The only thing that I think he should grow up and stop racing around the public roads. If anything happens, someone is going to get injured and most of his efforts / financial will go to the injured person. He simply needs to keep it on the track, plus not to glorify his behavior.

Posted by: wndsnd Dec 8 2015, 01:44 PM

If he has "The Fever", that will create more 914 attention. Adding that to Amelia Island and the recent Panorama articles, will create more overall respect in the Porsche Community.

I am guessing he will do a nice high reving short stroke 2.2 or 2.4. Like him or hate him, it will be interesting.

I will reserve my opinion till I hear his 914 comments and driving impressions!

Posted by: scotty b Dec 8 2015, 01:49 PM

red hood on yellow car,

yellow hood on red car,


gold wheels.....



all done

Posted by: thieuster Dec 8 2015, 01:56 PM

I can now safely order an Urban Outlaw sticker from him...

A lot has been said already, but I think the 914 was standing in line for its moments of glory on the Porsche stage. From here on, prices will rise and rise, being the lastaffordable vintage Porsche.

Menno

Posted by: SirAndy Dec 8 2015, 02:00 PM

Lemmy fix this for you Walker style:

#ThereGoesTheNeighborhood

Posted by: mepstein Dec 8 2015, 02:08 PM

Ha! I was thinking the same at post # 1.
Drill out the door handles and it's the "s" version

Posted by: Johny Blackstain Dec 8 2015, 02:31 PM

Another shot of the pair from his Facebook page:


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Posted by: ThePaintedMan Dec 8 2015, 02:38 PM

Nailed. It.

Posted by: 914_teener Dec 8 2015, 02:40 PM

Posted by: pete000 Dec 8 2015, 03:11 PM

Wonder if he will be bringing his Entourage and followers to the formally "Rusty Parts Swap Meet and Animal Flesh Roast Festival" swap meet ?

I have a nice rear bumper I will let go for $4500.00

Posted by: Mueller Dec 8 2015, 03:23 PM

I have nothing against the guy...I've done stupid things and lived to talk about it....

I had not heard about his wife passing, sorry to hear that ; (

Now if I was spending his money on a 914....

Red car ; keep 4 lug and upgrade to billet front hubs to keep 4 lug and have vented rotors...toss the 2.0 liter Fuchs for some Area15/outlaw 16x7 or 17x7 4 lug billet rims that are modern versions of the originals.

Posted by: wndsnd Dec 8 2015, 03:27 PM

Don't forget stickers Scotty, Lots of stickers..

Posted by: iwanta914-6 Dec 8 2015, 03:45 PM

I think you might be able to squeeze a bit more out of him, shoot for $8K ;P

Posted by: 914time Dec 8 2015, 03:58 PM

I was on scene about 15 minutes after he crashed 277 in Minneapolis. After he sorted stuff out with the cops, I chatted with him for a moment before he was off in a GT3 RS for the tour drive.

Top Porsche brass from PCNA and Germany were on hand for the grand opening of Porsche Minneapolis and they spent a lot of time with Magnus. Like it or not, Magnus is doing great things for the Porsche brand and Porsche recognizes this.

As it was said earlier, once he releases his 914 creation, I'd expect values to climb with these cars. Buy em now and hold on to them tight...

Posted by: Andyrew Dec 8 2015, 04:05 PM

I bet one will get a Raby 4 in the 200hp range, and one will get a worked over 3.6. Flared and narrow body. Subtle changes, Interesting interior colors, full leather everything, big dollar big dollar.

Posted by: iwanta914-6 Dec 8 2015, 04:10 PM

I wasn't on scene but got a chance to meet him later in the day. He said it was the first time he had ever crashed a car. It doesn't mean he's never driven like an ass hat before (we all have seen the videos I'm sure).

It wasn't until I saw the video where I realized that things could have been so much worse...

He's a good driver and he is ultra passionate about Porsche. He will do good things for you 914 owners in regards to the value of your teeners.

Posted by: Maltese Falcon Dec 8 2015, 04:29 PM

Maybe with all of the tweaks and tricks that Magnus can view here on world, he can come up with a total winning design.That being said, he would need to pen another sticker in addition to Urban Outlaw, maybe NIH
not-invented-here

Posted by: GeorgeRud Dec 8 2015, 04:49 PM

His exposure of 914s certainly won't hurt their popularity. It'll be interesting to see what he comes up with!

Posted by: Maltese Falcon Dec 8 2015, 05:22 PM

Wonder if this Magnus wheel (welded in the barrel) is approved for track use by the POC/PCA/ nasa, scca tech rules ?

Posted by: Cory M Dec 8 2015, 05:23 PM

I heard 914 values jumped 25% as soon as those pics hit the web

Posted by: r_towle Dec 8 2015, 05:24 PM

Back that picture up and explain it better please.....might be something good to know.

Posted by: pete000 Dec 8 2015, 05:31 PM

Glad to have gotten my 914s pre Mangus.

I just told my wife we just won the lotto !

Prices will be flying up now !

Unfortunately so will the parts !

Posted by: Travis Neff Dec 8 2015, 05:35 PM

I am interested to see what he is going to do with them!

Posted by: 1stworks Dec 8 2015, 05:36 PM

Wow I think dude is super cool and has great taste in cars.
Can't wait to see his cars.

Must be a generational thing.....lol

Posted by: Harpo Dec 8 2015, 05:39 PM

2273 would be appropriate

Posted by: Cory M Dec 8 2015, 05:45 PM

I don't see why not. I raced POC/PCA with similarly welded 2 piece Forgelines. This is the same manufacturing method for most of the 17" Fuchs lots of people use on the track.

Posted by: Mueller Dec 8 2015, 06:23 PM

Popular method for 2 piece wheels, most all major legit wheel manufactures have a welded design to offer something a little less expensive than a true bolt together wheel.

Posted by: bigkensteele Dec 9 2015, 12:04 AM

I only met the guy once, this past June at the concours here in Cincy. His wife was there. She did not look healthy, but there was no question that they loved one another. They were both very kind, although she clearly seemed tired of all of the glad-handing. It was pretty hot that day.

Do a little research and see what they did together. It is an "American Dream" story. The kind that I will share with my young daughters - that they were fortunate enough to be born in a country where anything is possible, so long as you have a work-ethic and a vision.

In Magnus' case, he wasn't even born here, but he came here to realize his dream and potential, and he did. That is even more remarkable! And for that, and one laps in judgment, he is being blasted here.

It is very seldom that I am disappointed by what I get from this forum, but this thread is one glaring exception.

Posted by: oldschool Dec 9 2015, 01:00 AM

done...

Posted by: Jacob Dec 9 2015, 07:02 AM

Well said. Thank you for your post. I have not met the man, it is nice to hear from someone who has.

Posted by: LowBridge Dec 9 2015, 07:17 AM

.... we are a country where desire and hard work can give you almost unlimited opportunity. like him or not he is an example of what someone can achieve here.

Posted by: 1stworks Dec 9 2015, 09:29 AM

Well said!!!!

Hope we didn't scare dude away.....I can't wait to see his 914's

Posted by: Mueller Dec 9 2015, 10:05 AM

Wondering if he'll have a magnuswalker914.blogspot page to go along with his current magnuswalker911.blogspot?

Posted by: Alphaogre Dec 9 2015, 11:10 AM

I don't mind him that much, he can get a esoteric now and then, but I like what he does with the 911's and I feel anyone who makes their own money can do whatever they please with it.

He has just become the face of the new generation of car enthusiasts that have finally recognized Porsche and lead to the upswing. Even though he has been collecting for years, no one would have guessed it 5 to 10 years ago. He is the complete opposite of probably 80% of the typical Porsche owner in the past (demographic wise) and likely 80% of the people on this forum.

Posted by: Coondog Dec 9 2015, 12:15 PM

I just wish I was smart enough like Magnus to buy property in Venice Calif. While our real estate is crazy expensive, Venice is the new in place for smaller tech company's. It's called Silicon Valley West. I am sure his savvy knowledge or good luck to buy in Venice when no one else would touch commerical property there helped his Porsche hobby grow. Then again it takes money to make money so good for him.

Posted by: 7TPorsh Dec 9 2015, 12:27 PM

I remember Venice when it was a swamp. Whoda thought

Posted by: MoveQik Dec 9 2015, 12:30 PM

Insert "slow clap" here.

Posted by: RARE 6 Dec 9 2015, 12:39 PM

Agree wholeheartedly. More than a few commenters on this thread seem to enjoy the "holier than thou" attitude they decry in others who don't appreciate 914s as much as we do.
More power to Walker...he's expanded the vision of what modified Porsches can become and added much to the car culture in general. I see a lot of cars on this forum that could easily elicit a WTF comment, but also embrace "to each his own" and usually am impressed by the effort and passion, if not the result.
The -6 we bought new, absent some easily reversed suspension mods done back in our PCA DE days, will retain its 99% original form. It shares garage space with a restomod FJ55 Land Cruiser with an SBC conversion. Soon I'll start on a Model A 60s-style retro rod.
Enthusiasm comes in all shapes and colors. We should embrace that, not try to put fences around it or bend and shape it into our own narrow view.

Posted by: ThePaintedMan Dec 9 2015, 12:49 PM

That's the problem. It's not one lapse in judgment. There are several videos surfacing of him racing with other cars well over 100 mph on public roads. He is also a PCA Driving Instructor and should know better. This is simply the first time it ended in an accident, and one that ALMOST killed his passenger.

Aside from that, yes, he's a good businessman. But just because one is talented at marketing or promoting oneself does not make a skilled car designer, fabricator or all-around wrench. This is a public forum and we're allowed to critique anyone we like, within the bounds of tastefulness. That's also why I enjoy this place. You may like Magnus and think he's god's gift to cars. I personally think a lot of people are jumping on his bandwagon because you perceive it to make your car more valuable, and to be brutally honest, there are guys here like Chris F., Scotty B, Eric Shea, etc that have already displayed more skill and imagination and have been doing it a lot longer. I'd prefer to support them than Porsche's marketing go-to.

Posted by: 1stworks Dec 9 2015, 01:41 PM

Lol I disagree, dude has way more imagination and creativity......Just saying,everyone has
An opinion and I've seen some those cars

Posted by: jor Dec 9 2015, 02:16 PM

There's room in the hobby and our community for all, I think. Who knows, Magnus might be contracting with Chris, Scotty, or Eric because of their good work?

Posted by: mepstein Dec 9 2015, 02:48 PM

Eric's brakes have already prettied up Maggie's cars.

Posted by: iwanta914-6 Dec 9 2015, 02:59 PM

That's a bit dramatic. She walked away and did a news segment on her experience the same day. If anything, he almost killed himself since he hit the trailer on the driver's side of his 277.

Posted by: billh1963 Dec 9 2015, 03:21 PM

Ouch....

Posted by: PlantMan Dec 9 2015, 03:42 PM

I would cut the guy a little slack.

This conversation sounds a lot like the conversations you read over on the woodworking forums and people blasting Norm Abrams from New Yankee Workshop/This Old House about being a quality woodworker/carpenter because he sometimes use drywall screws in his projects....Everyone is allowed a minor lapse in judgment. Good for Magnus in making something of his life and hopefully adding a little joy to someone's day when they see him on You Tube, etc.

The world is a crappy place right now especially if you are raising kids and are concerned about their wellbeing.

Thanks for guys like Magnus, Norm Abrams, and the 914World for giving us regular folk a place to go and step away from daily life for a while.

Posted by: jfort Dec 9 2015, 04:43 PM

He's a Porsche guy. That's enough for me.

Posted by: RobW Dec 9 2015, 05:07 PM

MW is a good guy! There I said it!

Posted by: RobW Dec 9 2015, 05:08 PM

His plan with the 914 is..... To do very little. We will see if he gets the bug and goes nuts. I hope so!

Posted by: colingreene Dec 9 2015, 06:07 PM

I know hes wanted one for a while. He and I had talked about him buying a 914-6 that i was helping to sell but it never worked out.
Im not worried about any of it. Hopefully something cool comes out of this.

Posted by: Mueller Dec 9 2015, 06:15 PM

My kind of guy, I've had my 914 for 10 months and I too have done very little to it, hahaha

Posted by: turk22 Dec 9 2015, 06:19 PM

I got in an accident once, driving too fast on a road after a rain, rear-ended the car in front of me. Bloodied my nose on the steering wheel. I was wrong, and I should have known better...

guess I don't deserve my 914 either...

It's like complaining there are too many 914 restoration threads in the garage forum...that would never happen on 914World... right??

Posted by: pete000 Dec 9 2015, 06:21 PM

At least he realized to buy two. Always good to have a back up while the other is up in the air on jack stands.

My wife wonders if both of mine will ever have the wheels on at the same time !

Posted by: Amenson Dec 9 2015, 06:44 PM

My wife want's me to put mine back on jackstands so that I don't do something like Magnus.

Posted by: Larmo63 Dec 9 2015, 06:46 PM

"He's a Porsche guy. That's good enough for me."

Amen.

Posted by: stevegm Dec 9 2015, 06:54 PM

Posted by: Mueller Dec 9 2015, 06:54 PM

I'm guessing you didn't see the video of him racing a Honda on the freeway weaving in and out of traffic? Who knows how many other times he's done that yet it wasn't recorded or there wasn't an incident?

Is there a pattern here or just bad luck having these 2 things brought out in the open?

Posted by: 1stworks Dec 9 2015, 07:08 PM

Really.....lol

I'd much rather the roads b fill with MW drivers rather than a bunch inattentive
Texting drivers......

Just saying

Posted by: Mueller Dec 9 2015, 07:11 PM

I might have to agree with you on that one!

Posted by: '73-914kid Dec 9 2015, 07:14 PM

And what, you've never done anything stupid in your 914?

I'd say a rather large percentage of us with fun cars have done stupid shit with them. That's nothing new. The ONLY reason these are issues is because he is a high profile and very polarizing person.

As if Jay Leno has never received speeding/reckless driving ticket before for hauling ass on the freeway, or for dicking around up in the Malibu Canyons, yet he is always viewed as an ambassador for the hobby.

Definitely a double standard within the community.

Posted by: RobW Dec 9 2015, 07:14 PM

Here in the EB distracted driving occurs daily....

Posted by: RobW Dec 9 2015, 07:17 PM

Shit really?
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/5353069590.html

Posted by: 1stworks Dec 9 2015, 07:21 PM

Posted by: Mueller Dec 9 2015, 07:23 PM

I guess dropping Jerry Seinfields name as being a 914 owner just did not have the same appeal.

I do like the rims on the car, real minilites?

Posted by: G e o r g e Dec 9 2015, 07:23 PM

that is funny

Posted by: stevegm Dec 9 2015, 07:25 PM

Wow. Your kidding me. Already?

Posted by: 1stworks Dec 9 2015, 07:34 PM

Carol Shelby?

Posted by: pete000 Dec 9 2015, 07:34 PM

I will let my 74 go for $150,000.00 and I will include a MW hat and decal set !

Posted by: bigkensteele Dec 9 2015, 08:10 PM

If I were selling that car, especially in the Bay area, I would bring out the big gun - Caitlyn Jenner once owned a '76 914.

Posted by: Johny Blackstain Dec 9 2015, 09:21 PM

I really have no issues with the man other than I think he's in desperate need of a haircut

Posted by: dangerranger01 Dec 9 2015, 09:36 PM

I think the guy makes some nice artwork out of these cars, and isn't afraid to drive them. The changes he makes won't be noticed by most, but those that know can appreciate it. I look forward to see what his vision is for a 914.

Posted by: bigkensteele Dec 9 2015, 11:56 PM

Well, then you obviously haven't seen the videos of him driving like a school bus operator who is getting payed to be there on time.

Posted by: RobW Dec 10 2015, 01:12 AM

We know the seller. He's a good guy! Just too funny putting MW into instant 914 notoriety!

Posted by: billh1963 Dec 10 2015, 05:44 AM

The car is listed in the classifieds

Posted by: stevegm Dec 10 2015, 06:00 AM

Ya, I like him. And I like his angle on the cars. But I agree that a lot of people have been modifying these cars for a long time. Take Marty's car or Chappy's for example. Amazing builds.

Posted by: mr2by4 Dec 10 2015, 06:47 AM

I think it is frustrating to people to see someone getting credit for ideas that are not their own or even that original because they are better at self-promotion. Despite his "demeanor" or how he interviews, we all see how hard he works at self-promotion and some of us were raised to think that modesty is preferable. Not that self-promotion is wrong, this is just my theory of why some may have such a negative response to this guy.

Posted by: Mueller Dec 10 2015, 09:30 AM

Some of this could be the fault of the writers that just don't know or care that many of the small mods/features have been done before yet they wax poetic for their story that makes it sound like he is the 1st to do something like that.

Posted by: thieuster Dec 10 2015, 12:03 PM

90 posts since the OP posted the heads up about MW obtaining 2 914s. About 30% of the posts is about the person MW, his driving - and what's not to like about him. It's like reading schoolkids' WhatsApp messages about classmates.

Back to cars perhaps?

For me the 914 fraternity stands for the open minded attitude towards people who've modded their cars. Over on the British TR Register, you're slaughtered, hanged and fed to the crows when you consider an engine swap/upgrade. I like the fact that most follow Porsche's motto that you can improve your Porsche. MW follows that tradition. And you can like the outcome of his plans - or not.

And it's not important to know wether he did the modding himself of let a company do it for him! A fair share of people here have hired a company to do work for them on their Teener! I am fully aware of the fact that I'm in a luxurious position by owning a classic car workshop with very skilled ex Porsche mechanics.

MW will add new flavors to the dish: like their taste or not. At least it will spice up the Teener community!

Menno

Posted by: Eric_Shea Dec 10 2015, 12:21 PM

Posted by: rick 918-S Dec 10 2015, 12:58 PM

Posted by: 7TPorsh Dec 10 2015, 01:25 PM

I liked him. He liked my car; met him at the Petersen. Maybe I was the inspiration?

Posted by: Mueller Dec 10 2015, 01:43 PM

Until I see him push start his or another persons 914 or see one of his 914s on a flatbed , then I will be satisfied he is one of us, hahaha

Posted by: mr2by4 Dec 10 2015, 02:20 PM

Posted by: 7TPorsh Dec 10 2015, 05:08 PM

Ya....probably not one jack stand to be found...

Posted by: Marty Yeoman Dec 10 2015, 05:35 PM

Well said!

Posted by: stevegm Dec 10 2015, 05:52 PM

Ut oh. Is that a requirement to be a member of the club?

Posted by: stevegm Dec 10 2015, 05:55 PM

Posted by: jor Dec 10 2015, 05:56 PM

If it is, I'm IN.

Posted by: stevegm Dec 10 2015, 06:07 PM

I guess I probably helped push a 914 at Okteenerfest. And I know I have used a flatbed to bring a couple home. So, maybe I'm in too.

If you love the 914, I count you as my friend. Push, pull, drive, stock, outlaw, no windshield, no targa bar (yes, I cut the targa bar off of one in the 80s, I am sad to admit), whatever. We need all the friends we can get.

Posted by: Mike Bellis Dec 10 2015, 06:48 PM

I met him a few different times. He is a nice, down to earth guy that has been very fortunate. I hope he joins 914 World.

Too many jealous bitches here I think... Stop hatin'...

He even took a fancy to my 914 an gave me an award at the PCA LA Escape event. Might be because I was the only Porsche owner that built a car and gets hands dirty...

Posted by: scotty b Dec 10 2015, 07:16 PM

sigh....yep, we're all jealous because you didn't have the experience/knowledge of him we do. He liked your car...... OF COURSE you're his buddy now.


Now let's look at the bigger Magnus


I met him at Amelia a couple years ago. Yep, He's a really down to earth, genuine fan.

BUT look at his posts on Early S, Pelican, Rennlist etc. It is ALL about Magnus. He NEVER posts anything on anyone else's threads. He rarely answers questions in his own build threads other post to him. He is not a member of the " community " A LOT of people take offense to that

Yes I understand being inundated with PM's, emails etc, but the fact remains he is a PORSCHE guy, and he is a PORSCHE guy for himself. He does NOTHING as far as participating in the community as whole. He participates in the MW threads and that is it. He was essentially run off the Early S registry when one guy finally opened his mouth stating just that ,and then the flood gates opened. AFAIK MW never posted on that forum again. The same backlash has happened on Pelican, but I'm sure you know all of this.

Like I said, I met and talked to him for a bit, I have NO doubt his is has the real passion for the marque, but his public persona is nothing but self promotion. I'm not even going to get into his driving style/skills. I can't cast that stone, as I'll openly admit to driving like a hoon at times. The difference is I, ( and I have no doubt he ) actually know how to handle a car. We all make mistakes and do stupid shit, you play with fire you're going to get burned at some point

Posted by: ThePaintedMan Dec 10 2015, 07:29 PM

Posted by: TJB/914 Dec 10 2015, 08:50 PM

I agree too.
Magnus Walker will be the next Janis Joplin in 10-years & beyond.
Like him or not, 914-World should be honored to have him spend time on the forum with us.
I like his Porsche cars, just wish he would get a haircut. Showing my age saying that.
Tom

Posted by: RickS Dec 10 2015, 08:58 PM

Love him or not, once he discovers what great platforms 914s are for hot rodding and gets videos and exposure, values will certainly go up. It might be just a little, or a few grand. Only time will tell.

Posted by: Old Yella Dec 10 2015, 09:31 PM

Just follow your own path don't worry about what anyone else is doing.

Posted by: 396 Dec 10 2015, 09:35 PM

Posted by: bdstone914 Dec 10 2015, 11:07 PM

I would like to see him show up at my swap meet. Planning the next one for Feb.

Bruce

Posted by: matthepcat Dec 11 2015, 12:39 AM

Cool Mike! What engine was in the car at the time? Rotary or Audi?

Posted by: pete000 Dec 11 2015, 01:20 AM

I have meet all these qualifications on more than one occasion !

Posted by: euro911 Dec 11 2015, 03:25 AM

Had a couple of emails back and forth, but never met the man in person. I had planned to visit his shop, mainly to check out the restoration progress on his '64 911 (we're both fortunate to share in that aspect of the hobby) - I just have too many irons in the fire right now.

It would be interesting to see what he has in mind for his 914s too ...


As for driving skills ... I've pulled some hair-brained stunts over the years too, just like a lot of us out here have. Who am I to hold it against him? - I'm sure he knows he had a close call and hopefully learned a valuable lesson.

Posted by: Cracker Dec 11 2015, 07:26 AM

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Posted by: 1stworks Dec 11 2015, 08:09 AM

Lol it sucks.....

Posted by: mepstein Dec 11 2015, 08:20 AM

Scatty is right. Most car forums aren't just show, tell, then sell. The members and vendors on this site participate and give very willingly of their time and knowledge.

Posted by: jeffzm Dec 11 2015, 08:52 AM

Very well said. It seems there have been very loose judgements made about him in the Porsche world and I really have never understood why.
He has created a business out of his passion which I think is the ultimate. His story is way cool and has done this by persistence and creativity. Some people can't handle that, I have met him several times and always a cool guy.

Posted by: RobW Dec 11 2015, 09:21 AM

Porsche is about the people. MW is welcome here in any form, as is Jerry Seinfeld, and Jay Leno. Just car guys. P-car guys.

Posted by: cary Dec 11 2015, 09:24 AM

Posted by: RobW Dec 11 2015, 09:24 AM

That's funny.... Mike's got it right..

Posted by: cary Dec 11 2015, 09:25 AM

Posted by: RobW Dec 11 2015, 09:25 AM

Why not...

Posted by: wes Dec 11 2015, 11:41 AM

Here's an upside down photo for all you troubled people! I talk with McGinnis at Rennsport, seemed like a very nice guy with a lot of knowledge. I'm amazed at the response here as a lot of guys on have done some pretty strange things to cars and wrecked cars as well. I can't imagine why it's such a big deal,,, jealousy!

Posted by: Dave_Darling Dec 11 2015, 12:01 PM

Well, I dunno about Seinfeld....

Seriously, the level of antipathy here is pretty shocking! Magnus wouldn't be the first person in the P-car hobby to be a shameless self-promoter. For this of you with gray hair or with a bathtub fixation, try to remember Harry Pellow, "The Maestro". From what I can tell, he was an ass, but nobody denies his contributions to the hobby.

We've had more than one or two people on this BBS who seem more interested in self-promotion than anything else, as well. Some have been run off (*cough*George*cough*) but some are still around. Some might even be surprised to hear that other people think they are on that list, and I'm sure that everyone has different opinions about that anyway.

Magnus seems like someone who really does "get it". He may not be a super DIY type of guy, but there's room in the hobby for that as well. He has a passion for the cars, and that comes through.

I'm interested to see what he does with the 914s. I'm hoping it is something I never thought of, or is done in a way I hadn't thought of, but even if I hate the result I'm glad to see new people enjoying our cars.

If he does show up here, I will welcome him.


....Oh, and as for his "horrible irresponsible driving", please raise your hand if you've never done something stupid in a car... For most of us, the difference is that there weren't cameras on hand to record it, nor a whole bunch of people who could watch that recording and comment on it.

--DD

Posted by: SirAndy Dec 11 2015, 12:10 PM

I'm pretty sure if i had the patience to read all the posts in this thread i would probably find something someone said somewhere that i could agree with, so here it is:

Posted by: euro911 Dec 11 2015, 12:24 PM

So do I ... at least my wife says so. But then again, she jumps my shit when I wear good clothes to work on cars, so ...

Posted by: Cracker Dec 11 2015, 01:07 PM

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Posted by: brant Dec 11 2015, 01:12 PM

my 83 year old neighbor came over this summer when I had my garage clothes on...
he looked me over and said; "maybe you need to buy some new clothes"

not a question, more of a statement in the way an 83 year old, tells a younger person what to do


of course my full beard, holey clothes with lots of grease stains, and mickey's big mouth skull cap don't make me look too presentable.

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Dec 11 2015, 01:13 PM

You are wise beyond your years Dave.

Posted by: scotty b Dec 11 2015, 02:19 PM

he's a clothing designer, primarily geared towards musicians. Watch this iconic video for the whole backstory. I do have a LOT of respect for the guy, where he came from, what he has become, all on his own.

https://vimeo.com/44410797

Posted by: euro911 Dec 11 2015, 03:02 PM

Well lookie here

Posted by: DavidSweden Dec 11 2015, 03:27 PM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SXdq3lGwrCk

and then

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QmpFRdi0ddo

However I am also not perfect

http://s1300.photobucket.com/user/DavidGbgSweden/media/IMG_2667_zpsvvd8wanr.jpg.html

Posted by: pete000 Dec 11 2015, 03:41 PM

You have to admit he is a self promotion expert, just look here, 7 pages deep in just a few days!

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Posted by: Dave_Darling Dec 11 2015, 08:49 PM

Needs a big dent in the side...

Posted by: Maltese Falcon Dec 11 2015, 08:50 PM

Just a thought on a caricature penned by Robert Crumb, circa 1968 " Zap Comix"....a dude + a long beard with a Hot Rod van . Deja vu ?

Posted by: RARE 6 Dec 11 2015, 09:58 PM

...without a single comment from MW, who didn't start this thread. Self promotion?

Posted by: mgp4591 Dec 11 2015, 10:49 PM

I wonder what his Saab story is...

Posted by: bigkensteele Dec 11 2015, 11:15 PM

I could not agree more. The inmates have taken over the asylum, and beating a dead horse must be the craft project for the day.

Posted by: 914_teener Dec 12 2015, 12:08 AM

Well.....ah.....I wasn't driving this day but I did have a camera. As far as Slits...he wasn't driving either.

I'd like to see Magnus with a NARP hat on. That would be cool!

Now, back to the regular programming.

Posted by: somd914 Dec 12 2015, 08:04 AM

So he drives like a typical DC area driver when the beltway isn't at gridlock, which isn't all that often... Agree his driving style is not ideal, but I'm sure we have our members who are guilty also...

But it does amaze me - thread after thread on this forum discussing how our teeners get little respect and hopeful threads that some day our cars will command the prices of 356's and long hood 911's.

Here comes a guy who will bring attention, and deserved or not or tasteful or not (all subject to personal opinion), good attention to our cars, and most seem upset by it.

It's a fickle World...

Posted by: RobW Dec 12 2015, 08:43 AM

I couldnt have said it better myself..... But I'll try....

Posted by: wndsnd Dec 12 2015, 08:43 AM

Glad to have him at my barbeque. I am cool with that.

Just dont let him lead the ride. Put him in the middle somewhere.

Posted by: 76-914 Dec 12 2015, 09:49 AM

Any individual that can stir up this much commotion is my kind of guy.

Posted by: Mueller Dec 12 2015, 11:54 AM

Prediction here:

Magnus* will install 3.6 or larger /6 in one of these cars and some noob car "journalist" will rave about this being the 1st 914 they've ever seen with such a large /6 'cause you know they only came with 2.0 /6 from the factory.


*not a diss to Magnus at all, not his fault not everyone knows it's been done tons of times.

Posted by: Hank914 Dec 12 2015, 12:20 PM

So is the 914 mounting a sheep? Or did the Teener mistake a rock for one?

Posted by: mepstein Dec 12 2015, 01:22 PM

Our shop is planning a 3.8 mfi engine for a GT build. Should be fun.

Posted by: 396 Dec 12 2015, 06:37 PM

Very interesting, please keep us posted on the project.

Posted by: Menmojo May 12 2016, 04:45 PM

Just posted to magnus's Instagram.

Posted by: ThePaintedMan May 12 2016, 04:55 PM

So he drilled some more holes in stuff and painted the trim black. Been there, done that.

Posted by: r_towle May 12 2016, 05:55 PM

I hope Magnus finally proves that you can turbo a 914

Posted by: SirAndy May 12 2016, 06:09 PM

The wheels actually look much better than i thought they would ...

Posted by: matthepcat May 12 2016, 06:51 PM

$3,600 good?

Posted by: Mueller May 12 2016, 06:58 PM

Just wait for Jalopnik to get wind of his 914's, I'm sure they'll send a 20 year old Subaru driving hipster to wax poetically about how has re-invented the 914.

Not MW's fault, just those that are not in the know.

Posted by: ThePaintedMan May 12 2016, 07:14 PM

Very likely. Like I've said in the past, I have no issue with MW himself. He's a genius at self-promoting. It's just that I don't see anything revolutionary in what he's done (drilling holes in shit - Colin Chapman was way ahead of him), and I don't typically associate myself with self-promoters. If I saw him at a car show, as with the Gas Monkey weirdos, I'd say my "'Sup", check out his car, then move on. No worshipping here.

Posted by: pete000 May 12 2016, 07:26 PM

His 914 doesn't do anything for me. He didn't even remove the lock cores to paint the handles. Looks rattle can special to me.

Posted by: iamchappy May 12 2016, 07:54 PM

He saw mine, nothing more to prove...

Posted by: theleschyouknow May 12 2016, 07:55 PM

agreed but for that $ give me a 5-lug conversion and some old school fuchs


cjl

Posted by: sixnotfour May 12 2016, 08:04 PM

ya well this a lightened handle...doodle doooooooooo




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Posted by: Maltese Falcon May 12 2016, 08:21 PM

Now that takes me back to the Max Moritz 9146gt...lightened 914 door handles; Max was still not the first to swiss cheese a car.
My verdict is not in until I see the final phase (how many phases? ), but the black coloring of the hood is reminiscent of those Colgan full hood bras that I couldn't give away at a swap meet

Posted by: 7TPorsh May 12 2016, 09:04 PM

...is that a factory seat pattern or one of his shirts?...

Posted by: r_towle May 12 2016, 09:19 PM

Admit it, you would take a selfie with him....

Posted by: ThePaintedMan May 12 2016, 09:20 PM

What is this 'selfie' you speak of Rich? One of those cool things you young kids are doing these days?

FWIW, I actually met the head guy from Gas Monkey at Sebring this year. He's indeed as much of a douche in real life as he looks on TV. The "wrench", Aaron, I think his name is, is okay however.

Posted by: r_towle May 12 2016, 09:25 PM

Pics?

Posted by: Menmojo May 12 2016, 09:41 PM

I think it looked better before he blacked it out. It also looks like he tried to make the seats out on old British flag in my opinion.

Posted by: JRust May 12 2016, 10:55 PM

I think Magnus should drive one to WCR next week .

Posted by: Cracker May 12 2016, 11:15 PM

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Posted by: ssuperflyoldguy May 12 2016, 11:49 PM

Can't believe I made missed this thread, I'm behind on buying 914's, I'll add 2 more by summer bringing the total to around 5. Was priced out of 911's in the last 2 years, NOT going to let that happen again. I like Magnus, love his cars. What he has done is add tons of wealth to a lot of folk, not his fault if you didn't see that coming. I think his 914 stuff is not cool yet, looking forward to seeing if anything 914 wise further evolves. Yawn. I'm hoping he discovers 912's next, then 924's...

Posted by: Frankvw May 13 2016, 06:09 AM

I am sort of new on the 914world and looking to buy my first 914. I have seen some cars of MW, and I do like them. I do not know anything about the guy himself so I will not say anything about him.
I am looking into 914 for like 6 months now, and when I saw posts he was going to add 914's to his portfolio, I thought two things.
1) More people will like the 914's better from this point on, since there wil be positive attention and marketing involved here
2) oh oh...I better hurry to get my first 914 before the prices go up after this.

I have to say (just like ssuperflyoldguy) that I am not impressed what is shown at this time. I have seen better and cooler 914's. He did not deliver something special yet, so I hope to see a better thought-out idea from him.

PS Like more wifes also mine does not get the bum-look. She Always asks why guys like Aaron (gasmonkey) tries to be more ugly on purpose with that weird beard so I guess she won't get that MW look either....

Posted by: boxsterfan May 13 2016, 11:14 AM

There's a big chip/rust in the paint at the door handle (drivers) closeup?

Overall, not even a really interesting build. Seems like he lost interest, but hey, here are some new rims I can sell for super expensive money.

Posted by: rgalla9146 May 13 2016, 12:02 PM

Friggin' copycat , I had those colors first.

Posted by: iwanta914-6 May 13 2016, 12:07 PM

Isn't the search for a 914 fun? There's been a lot of attention given towards the 914 in the last few years. I will forever kick myself for not buying one 10+ years ago but if I don't get one now, I probably never will.

Posted by: RobW May 13 2016, 12:14 PM

Hang in there. Dreams are what its all about...

Posted by: struckn May 13 2016, 12:22 PM

Just saying....how many times have I read in our Forum, "It's your car make it what YOU want it to be".

Seems that Magnus intimates some by now owning a couple 914? Why push him away?

It's like a reverse attituded, to how it use to be, when the 911 owners felt the 914's were not real Porsche. Not so anymore.

Posted by: 396 May 13 2016, 12:36 PM

I know what you're talking about, I don't have one but it's fun to surf this forum.

Posted by: Rav914 May 13 2016, 01:11 PM

I think the factory had it right the first time, in 1970. Why screw with near perfection? (I know, wrong front valence).


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Posted by: Chris914n6 May 13 2016, 01:44 PM

I don't have to ask the question why Magnus is posting on Instagram instead of World. 2 pics of his car, 9 pages of "He's not worthy"

Also, it's not his fault UK Urban Hip looks like US freshly bathed bum

Posted by: sixnotfour May 13 2016, 01:48 PM

Ralph Meaney told me he did the lightening holes.....

Posted by: ben*james May 13 2016, 02:29 PM

I'd like to see that....maybe some swag to boot!

Posted by: rgalla9146 May 13 2016, 02:32 PM

Friggin' copycat , I had those colors first.


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Posted by: fasthonda May 13 2016, 03:34 PM

[quote name='Menmojo' date='May 12 2016, 02:45 PM' post='2343869']
Just posted to magnus's Instagram.

He's just showing off his wheels. They look nice.

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Posted by: 1stworks May 13 2016, 06:09 PM

Idno too much black for me...

Posted by: 396 May 13 2016, 06:25 PM

With all this hype, is it possible to get an autograph from him before he becomes "famous " . . This way I can hang it in my garage.

Posted by: Annapolis914 May 13 2016, 06:27 PM

Embarrassed to say it is growing on me.

Posted by: rhodyguy May 13 2016, 06:27 PM

It would look better with a LE style valance.

Posted by: struckn May 13 2016, 06:35 PM

Same here. Different but clean, solid and ready to race. He says it's Phase 1 completed so there's more to come.

Posted by: Mike Bellis May 13 2016, 06:55 PM

There's a lot of negative camber in that rear wheel...

Posted by: 1stworks May 13 2016, 07:14 PM

Is it just me or is there a lot of spacer up front too?

Posted by: 1stworks May 13 2016, 07:17 PM

The wheels are incredibly beautiful tho.....
Definitely saving my money for some.

Posted by: Cal May 13 2016, 08:08 PM

He might not be everyone's cup of tea but he does bring world wide attention to the 914. How many other 40+ year old cars are getting this much attention? He has over 250K followers on Instagram alone. Whether you like it or not.....it's great for our hobby.

Posted by: iwanta914-6 May 13 2016, 08:11 PM

That can be good and bad.

Posted by: r_towle May 13 2016, 08:30 PM

He could like fiats, right?

Posted by: Andyrew May 13 2016, 08:36 PM

I agree looks like a solid 3 degrees. I wonder if the trailing arm or the ear is bent/rusted.

Posted by: Mueller May 13 2016, 08:54 PM

Way too much chamber in the rear...someone didn't know or bother to check the offset needed for proper clearance...adding chamber for tire clearance is something those "stance" guys do...sad

Posted by: Mueller May 13 2016, 09:05 PM

I visted the North Carolina Auto Racing Hall of Fame today and thought of Magnus when I saw this placard in front of a sprint car:

Posted by: iwanta914-6 May 13 2016, 09:52 PM

"phase 1" hasn't impressed me much so I'll wait to see what the next phases bring.

Posted by: VegasRacer May 13 2016, 11:33 PM

Nine One Four

Posted by: matthepcat May 14 2016, 01:04 AM

Looks like the camber on my 914. Lowered at high performance house by the previous owner. He said " Rich lowered it as low as it will go".

Hella flush, wrong figment crew!

Posted by: euro911 May 14 2016, 01:15 AM

Yeah, but you probably have enough parts to build one from scratch, Peter

Posted by: euro911 May 14 2016, 01:24 AM

Give the guy a break ... after 10 years, the 'BB' still isn't exactly what I'd like it to finally be like

Posted by: mgp4591 May 14 2016, 04:31 AM

I've seen a camera lens do that on cars pictured in this site and other examples. May not be the car... then again I wasn't there.

Posted by: somd914 May 14 2016, 05:55 AM

I've been avoiding this thread knowing it would be filled with more negative than positive comments as most Magnus threads on any forum are. But curiosity finally got the better of me...

I believe if an active World member built this car and posted it, the responses would be more positive and fewer. Personally I like it, would I build one like this, probably not, but I like what I see.

Disclaimer - I'm not a fan of Magnus, never met him, don't care if I do, and won't get a picture with him and post it if I do, but I have no reason to dislike him either, nor do I understand all the hype.

Posted by: rick 918-S May 14 2016, 07:00 AM

I wasn't going to post here either. I was kind of thinking the same thing myself. There seems to be more and more of this lately. I'm guilty of it myself. I'm no saint. But I wonder how the replies would have gone if MW posted the car himself. To me the car looks very typical of what many of us do to our cars. Maybe MW will post some build photos someday.

Posted by: Cracker May 14 2016, 07:16 AM

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Posted by: somd914 May 14 2016, 07:19 AM

I don't disagree, my point is why are so many paying attention to him, especially if they don't care for him?

Posted by: two914-6s May 14 2016, 07:39 AM

That's cool

Posted by: RobW May 14 2016, 07:47 AM

I like the guy. Met him only once. Seems to love our cars and driving. Self made man if you watch his Ted talk. No haircut required. I covet no man and only stand toe to toe with the dishonest ones. I have no reason to dislike MW. I hope he does post someday.

Another guy whom I hold in high esteem has a kick ass outlaw 914, loves to drive, is a self made entrepreneur, wears his hair anyway he likes, and is a stand up guy.... His name is Andy.

Posted by: ThePaintedMan May 14 2016, 07:54 AM

..and I haven't even met the guy yet. Someday.

Posted by: nathansnathan May 14 2016, 08:20 AM

I was checking out his 277 car a few years ago at cars and coffee. I could tell by his body language he didn't want anything to do with a guy wearing a suit. Hipster snob has his own preconceptions about image.

The 914 looks kinda ghetto; bothers me the rear spoiler isn't black, or the headlight covers. That front spoiler makes it look like jc whitney built it.

Posted by: sixnotfour May 14 2016, 10:40 AM

He earned his title from racing results and hippie appearance...
different from todays, made money= collecting ability and street antics

don't get me wrong Ive chatted with him, he is genuine ,and equally enthusiastic Porsche collector. and one heck of a self promoter.

great read on Jan

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/54711-jan-opperman-the-original-racing-outlaw-part-one


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Posted by: TJB/914 May 14 2016, 11:22 AM

To all you nit-picker's out there Stop it and look what MW brings to 914-world. The guy gets things done and off jack stands.

MW is advertising our 914's and raising 914 values He is a good 914 friend.

Tom

Posted by: Mike Bellis May 14 2016, 07:43 PM

I'm not ready for 914 values to go up, I still want to buy more...

MW is a very nice guy that happens to be rich and into Porsche's. He remembered me 1 year after I met him before he saw my car again. Very down to earth guy. I think there are a lot of haters here. If anyone else had modified a red 914 with a black hood, they would have received mostly compliments and the haters would have been quiet. Since MW is a public figure, the haters feel compelled to critique everything he does.

I hope he doesn't join this site because all he will see is people blasting him. Enough already.

I think his rims look good in some colors but are too expensive for me and most CSOB 914 owners to buy...

Posted by: Cracker May 14 2016, 07:53 PM

I said I wouldn't post anymore on this but since there apparently are some very daft people posting on this topic - they leave me no choice.

GEEZ! WHEN SOMEONE PUTS, REPEATEDLY, OTHERS LIVES AT RISK AND IS NOT THE LEAST BIT APOLOGETIC - THEY ARE A THREAT! EVEN WORSE, AS MENTIONED BY OTHERS HERE (IN HIS DEFENSE AND THEIR POTENTIAL GAIN) HE HAS A LARGE FOLLOWING. THIS ONLY MAKES IT WORSE BECAUSE OTHER IMPRESSIONABLE YOUNG ASSHOLES COULD THINK THIS HORRID BEHAVIOR IS OK OR COOL. IT IS NOT.

IF MW IS SO RICH - KEEP THE DRIVING ANTICS AT THE PROPER VENUE. I DON'T QUITE KNOW HOW HARD THIS IS FOR YOU TO UNDERSTAND - THOSE WHO DEFEND HIM. IT IS NOT HIP TO KILL PEOPLE JUST MOVING ABOUT THEIR LIVES.

I WAS 22 YEARS OLD WHEN SOME IDIOT TOOK MY DAD FROM OUR FAMILY - 2/93. HE IS JUST ANOTHER ONE WHO HAPPENS TO LOOK HOMELESS. MY WIFE AND TWO CHILDREN NEVER KNEW MY FATHER AND VICE VERSA. THIS WAS TWO NIGHTS AGO...MY DAUGHTERS DANCE RECITAL. TWO-MONTHS AGO I SURPASSED MY FATHER'S AGE AT TIME OF HIS DEATH - I AM 45.

AND YOU THINK BECAUSE HE REMEMBERS NAMES OR INCREASES YOUR 914 VALUE HE'S A GOOD DUDE. WHO ARE YOU FOOLING? YOURSELVES. SOME SAY THEY HAVEN'T MET HIM - I DON'T HAVE TO IF YOU'RE SAVVY ENOUGH TO WATCH HIS YOUTUBE POSTS. HE'S A F**** IDIOT - I HOPE HE COMES HERE AND SEE'S THIS TOO BUT HE APPEARS SELFISH ENOUGH TO MAKE NO DIFFERENCE.

Posted by: rick 918-S May 14 2016, 09:15 PM

Cracker, I suggest you find a place that makes you happy and go there. Your continual negative comments are getting old. This isn't the only thread you seem to find distasteful. We do have rules here. Very few but some. Name calling is on that list as far as I know. Time for some self reflection.

Posted by: euro911 May 14 2016, 09:16 PM

Sorry for your loss.

I can always tell when a new 'Fast and Furious' movie has been released ... the rice-rocket activity increases dramatically

Posted by: ssuperflyoldguy May 14 2016, 09:37 PM

Sorry for your loss Cracker - Amen, Fast n Furious is the real enemy, we all drive over the speed limit.

Posted by: Rand May 14 2016, 09:45 PM

I'm sad to see so many comments that feel like they are from another forum. The negative BS here is getting less and less like what our 914world has been about, and more like the pinky lifter or ricer forums.

Why would anyone feel the need to rag on Magnus during his phase 1? Why not be supportive, as we all enjoy doing our own things to these cars. Why not withhold judgement and ragging until you see what phase 2 will be? Or 3, or 4? There are 1000 other projects on here that deserve ragging on more than what he has done to his car.

If a Joe Blow member of this forum shared his progress thread and it looked exactly like this, we would be supportive and encouraging and excited to see what's next. So is Magnus a less valuable human than Joe Blow? Just because he is high profile, is it right for us to target him with all the BS that looks like what ignoramus idiots post on Youtube comments?

Whatever. I DON'T like everything he does, and I'm guilty of making fun of his stupid crash into the back of a parked semi trailer in front of the media. But let's dial back the seemingly irresistible need to bash him and be interested in seeing what he does next?

I don't give a shit about anyone's need to feel superior about their opinion of how awesome they are and how lame everyone else is. I do care about anything anyone is doing to make a 914 into something THEY feel is awesome. (And yes, that includes you, Cracker Tony - I love your work even though I flicked you some shit about your attitude - which I hope you took in stride as one guy to another in the garage. I'm over that BTW and love your beast in progress!!)

There's a big difference between poking fun in the garage with friends than saying derogative shit about others outside "our own" garage. Let's not get cliquey.

Posted by: r_towle May 14 2016, 10:40 PM

Feel free to rag on my car, I am currently working on phase 1C of a multiparty build.

Actually I have three going at the same time, all in phase one...

Posted by: Rand May 14 2016, 11:15 PM

Dammit Rich, is that a chip on the paint near your door handle? Get it fucking right, ya tool. You clearly don't know shit around here.

Posted by: mgp4591 May 15 2016, 12:08 AM

I have never, repeat NEVER, seen another member of our motley crew drive over the speed limit or in a semi illegal manner....

Posted by: Rand May 15 2016, 12:29 AM

True, a band of fools. But then there's semi illegal fooling around out of control into a parked semi trailer in front of cameras galore when you know you are being filmed. You know, just to bring balance back to the Magnus thing.

Still want to see what he does before his final 914 judgement day.

Posted by: somd914 May 15 2016, 04:55 AM

So we've gone from a car community to a tabloid...

Sure, we are passionate crowd, sure sometimes we have our "explosions" on other members (myself included on a few occasions unfortunately), but I agree, let's not degenerate to the likes of others forums I've seen where disrespect is the norm.

And does it matter that Magnus doesn't play on the World as some have mentioned? We are not the only community involved with 914s, social media in general is vast, let him play where he wants to play. And by reading many of the posts, he isn't welcome here if wanted to join.

As for driving over the speed limit, if I could get the car off the lift, I'd try to get to the speed limit...

Posted by: maddin May 15 2016, 05:36 AM

The moment he puts another picture of his 914 up it'll all start over again.
I'll stop reading posts about him,unfortunately it always turns ugly.

Posted by: Cracker May 15 2016, 07:11 AM

Rick - very sad commentary indeed...I feel bad for you Sir. I've heard its cold in MN - I guess its true.

T

Posted by: euro911 May 15 2016, 12:42 PM

914 World IS the best forum for 914s. Let's try to keep it that way gents.

Posted by: rhodyguy May 15 2016, 12:56 PM

I'll try.

Posted by: Mueller May 15 2016, 04:23 PM

He's a retired multi-millionaire... He has the time and the money!

Posted by: Front yard mechanic May 15 2016, 05:41 PM

I wish. Had a chip on my door

Posted by: rick 918-S May 15 2016, 05:44 PM

Really? Read you post man. Your off the rails. Effin "A" hole about a guy you never met? Ditch the fake halo. Nice to be able to live in your glass house. Someone get me a rock...

Cold? You know nothing about the things I do and what I have done here on world and other places in my life. I don't really want your sorry sideways insincere apology. Just another sarcastic post from you. Get some help.

Posted by: rick 918-S May 15 2016, 05:59 PM

Me too Kevin. Mom said, if you don't have anything nice to say... Very hard some days. I've had my weak moments. Maybe we should reflect on some of the good this group has done. That's what makes this place the best.

Back on topic. MW's car is all Porsche from the engine to the vintage styling front air dam. So far nothing that hasn't been done or seen around here before. The wheels are spendy but tastefully within the spirit of the original design. There have been many cars here with blacked out trim and bumpers. Again within the spirit of what others have done. What's not to like, really.

Posted by: Cracker May 15 2016, 06:25 PM

Rick - You continue to disappoint...

Tony

Posted by: 1stworks May 15 2016, 06:36 PM

Please stop.......

This is NOT what 914world is all about.....

Posted by: iamchappy May 15 2016, 07:17 PM

It's all subjective. Let's get over it, like it or not ...

Posted by: Mike Bellis May 15 2016, 07:44 PM

IBTL

This thread needs to be closed. It's gone way off course...

Posted by: matthepcat May 15 2016, 08:02 PM

^^agree^^ please make the bad man stop.

Posted by: r_towle May 15 2016, 08:59 PM

Dude,
You are out of line, or maybe you are looking for a fight.
Look somewhere else to blow off steam.

Rick is one of the most generous and helpful assholes on the board....
We all love ricks long ass project threads, his willingness to share his knowledge, and his overall fun loving sense of duty to this board.

Please leave the personal attacks at the front door before others turn against you.

If you have issues with Magnus, then do what others with free will have chosen to do and do not read threads about him, and don't make nasty comments. Just skip the thread...you may sleep better (and live longer) and that comes from someone who knows what stress can do to a body....

So, overall, I believe that penguins, Cowboys, generals, aliens, and smart Assed nice people are what made this world happen, so let's keep it that way.

Rich

Posted by: Mike Bellis May 15 2016, 09:04 PM

He said penguins...

Posted by: 7TPorsh May 15 2016, 09:32 PM

I agree. MW doesn't deserve any more bashing than anyone else...and in his case he hasn't offended anyone so he doesn't deserve any of it....especially in a classic car forum...

Posted by: Steve May 15 2016, 11:32 PM

Move it to the sand box where it belongs.
The garage is no place to be bashing people.
Comments on products and services are always welcome to me.
Personally I don't know the guy. I have seen him at events, but I've never had a reason to talk to him.

Posted by: lonewolfe Jun 3 2016, 07:22 PM

I've been following Magnus Walker for a couple years now and I just don't understand why he draws the negativity out of folks on this site so much. I like what he's doing for Porsche cars and I believe Porsche likes it too. Magnus is as serious an enthusiast as anyone else on this site. You may not like his personal style or what he does with his cars but his style is his own and he builds his cars the way he envisions them. That's no different than the rest of us. I've never met him but it seems everyone on here that has met him likes him and always say what a nice and down to earth person he is. That speaks volumes to me. I wish I could have people say the same about me. Not a bad thing at all. Please cut this guy some slack! I've never read anything negative he's said about anyone else! I think he's a good guy!

Posted by: 396 Jun 3 2016, 07:39 PM

You are correct in that MW brings out some illogical post from some members. My only concern is that he posts those dangerous driving runs on YouTube. Just think if he caused an accident where one of your family members died.
He runs POC, thus he can save it for the track where the only thing that will slow you down is your head and the items between your legs.

Posted by: lonewolfe Jun 3 2016, 08:51 PM

Yeah, I certainly do understand your point about racing around on public roads. It's not something that should be promoted. Other than that though, I have no issues with the guy. Unfortunately racing around on public roads is pretty common place with cars and motor cycles. Most of us have pushed the limit in this way upon occasion. Ever seen any of Jake Raby's video's doing the same thing? I have and don't recall any backlash about it from anyone on 914world.com. I guess having a professionally produced and heavily stylized video made raises the hair on some people's neck. I think for some reason, there's something about MW that a lot of people don't like. Kind of like Kieffer Sutherland. I don't know what it is about that guy but I just want to punch him in the face.

Posted by: RobW Jun 3 2016, 08:58 PM

I'd buy any 914 guy a beer and sit there for awhile.

For guys like Rick, I'd give him the shirt off my back if he needed it.

Posted by: bandjoey Jun 5 2016, 08:56 AM

Closed and deleted thread will be good for all of us. Let's get back to cars. Crazy driving rants do not belong here.

I sorta kinda like the way he's keeping it 4lug no flairs and still an aggressive look to the car