The Porsche Market Is Full of Liars. Here’s How To Avoid Getting Burned

05/13/25 • 38 min

In this episode of Renthusiast Radio, Will and Derek crack open the shady side of the Porsche marketplace—the half-truths, strategic omissions, and full-on scams that buyers need to watch out for. From odometer fraud and blurry listing photos to cleverly staged “cold starts” and flippers pretending they’re not, they share real experiences and the psychological games sellers play to close the deal.

Will reveals what finally pushed him over the edge into doing this episode—hint: it involves a mysteriously “perfect” car that showed up dripping oil. Derek adds tales of deceit, missing paperwork, and how sellers weaponize your excitement against you. But it’s not just venting—they’ll arm you with the best ways to protect yourself, from smarter PPIs to reading between the lines of sketchy seller stories.

If you’ve ever bought a car remotely, been ghosted after asking tough questions, or heard “I’ve got a guy flying in tomorrow,” this one’s for you.

Enjoying the show? Don’t forget to:

Subscribe to the Renthusiast YouTube channel for Porsche deep dives, ownership stories, and more.
Check out Derek’s channel ElevenAfterNine for raw sound tests, driving reviews, and real-world Porsche content.
Drop your wildest seller horror stories in the YouTube comments—we might read yours in a future episode!

And remember: Buy the seller, not just the car.

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If you’ve ever bought a car remotely, been ghosted after asking tough questions, or heard “I’ve got a guy flying in tomorrow,” this one’s for you.

Enjoying the show? Don’t forget to:

Subscribe to the Renthusiast YouTube channel for Porsche deep dives, ownership stories, and more.
Check out Derek’s channel ElevenAfterNine for raw sound tests, driving reviews, and real-world Porsche content.
Drop your wildest seller horror stories in the YouTube comments—we might read yours in a future episode!

And remember: Buy the seller, not just the car.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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How You Convince Yourself to Buy Another Porsche (And Why It Works)

Let’s be honest... we’ve all done it.

“It’s an investment.”

“I’ll sell it later for a profit.”

“I deserve it.”

In this brutally honest and hilariously relatable episode of Rennthusiast Radio, Derek and Will dive deep into the mental gymnastics Porsche enthusiasts perform to justify yet another dream car purchase.

Whether you're a seasoned collector or plotting your first 911 acquisition, this episode explores the emotional highs, financial “logic,” and full-blown delusions that make up the Porsche buying mindset.

We Cover:

Why Porsches feel like smart investments
The lies we tell ourselves (and our significant others)
How emotional connection overrides financial caution
The myth of "one last Porsche"
Living life fully vs. staying financially sane
Our favorite justifications—and biggest regrets

Drop a comment below:

What’s your go-to excuse when buying another car?

(Be honest... we’re all friends here.)

Keywords: Porsche buying justification, Porsche ownership, automotive passion, car enthusiast podcast, Porsche investment myth, Rennthusiast Radio, car culture, 911 addiction, sports car excuses, emotional car buying.

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Tariffs Are Hitting Porsche Hard – Here’s What It Means for You

In this episode of Rennthusiast Radio, Derek and Will unpack the surprising and far-reaching impact of recent automotive tariffs on the Porsche market. From skyrocketing prices to shifting buying habits, this episode dives deep into how government policy is reshaping the landscape for both new and used Porsche buyers.

We explore:

Why Porsche is more vulnerable than other brands
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Whether you're a diehard Porsche collector or a curious buyer watching from the sidelines, this is the one episode you can't afford to miss.

Keywords: Porsche, tariffs, automotive industry, used car prices, buying habits, Porsche market, consumer trends, car values, Porsche enthusiasts, economic impact

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