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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/https://www.instagram.com/nardone_automotive/Enjoy,SamShow Notes:00:00 Introduction to Thierry Nardone and Nardone Automotive02:54 The Journey to Restomods: Passion and Experience05:47 The Concept of Restomods and Initial Projects09:10 Building a Network: Collaborations and Partnerships12:05 Designing the Nightweight: Vision and Execution15:01 The Launch of the Gold 928: Marketing and Reception17:56 Defining the 928: Engineering and Aesthetics20:48 Monterey Experience: Feedback and Future Plans24:09 Customer Alignment: Vision and Expectations36:35 Customer Engagement and Company Growth37:30 Performance Goals and Engine Development40:20 Gearbox Innovations and Torque Management42:15 Sound Design: Balancing Comfort and Performance44:44 Weight Management and Vehicle Dynamics46:40 High-End Sound Systems in Resto Mods51:00 Driving Experiences and Road Trips01:01:07 Future Developments and Technology Integration Get Ad Free Listening + Questions For Guests Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
