Thierry Nardone is the founder and CEO of Nardone Automotive, a French company behind the restomod of the Porsche 928. Thierry’s passion for transaxle Porsches, particularly the 928, inspired him to reimagine this classic grand tourer, blending its original elegance with modern performance and luxury.

Nardone Automotive’s reinterpretation features a carbon-fiber body, a meticulously upgraded V8 engine producing approximately 400 horsepower, and a bespoke interior adorned with Foglizzo leather and Alcantara. The vehicle also boasts contemporary amenities like a Porsche Classic Communication Management system with Apple CarPlay. Thierry wants the car to drive like a sports car but also retain and improve upon the 928s ability to serve as a grand tourer with refinement not found in a 911 etc.

https://www.nardone-automotive.com/

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Sam

Show Notes:

00:00 Introduction to Thierry Nardone and Nardone Automotive

02:54 The Journey to Restomods: Passion and Experience

05:47 The Concept of Restomods and Initial Projects

09:10 Building a Network: Collaborations and Partnerships

12:05 Designing the Nightweight: Vision and Execution

15:01 The Launch of the Gold 928: Marketing and Reception

17:56 Defining the 928: Engineering and Aesthetics

20:48 Monterey Experience: Feedback and Future Plans

24:09 Customer Alignment: Vision and Expectations

36:35 Customer Engagement and Company Growth

37:30 Performance Goals and Engine Development

40:20 Gearbox Innovations and Torque Management

42:15 Sound Design: Balancing Comfort and Performance

44:44 Weight Management and Vehicle Dynamics

46:40 High-End Sound Systems in Resto Mods

51:00 Driving Experiences and Road Trips

01:01:07 Future Developments and Technology Integration

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