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What a Proper Porsche 964 Restoration Really Costs in 2026

A 20‑minute, worst‑case cost map from a shop that’s been rebuilding 964s, not just talking about them.

Who is this for?

If you’re looking at used Porsche 964s and wondering what it actually costs to bring one to a “fuel, key, go anywhere” level, this is the video we wish we’d had 10 years ago.

We walk through every system – suspension, brakes, engine, gearbox, paint, interior, heating & AC – and show realistic worst‑case 2026 cost bands based on our actual internal numbers.

  • System‑by‑system bands for a tired 964 Carrera – worst‑case so you don’t kid yourself.
  • How those add up for a Rolling Restoration vs Full Build.
  • All totals include parts, labour and VAT.
  • If these numbers feel wildly above what you were thinking, that’s useful information too.
Workshop — 964 restoration in progress Workshop — engine bay detail Workshop — 964 suspension work

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If you’re seriously considering a 150–250k+ 964 in the next 12–24 months and this video still makes sense to you, tell us where you are, whether you already own a 964 or need a donor, and how you plan to use the car.

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Cost Map FAQ

No. The bands here are for naturally aspirated narrow‑body 964s (Carrera 2/4). Factory Turbos typically sit well above these ranges; we treat them case by case.

Turbo 3.6s, factory WTLs & other special models share certain systems but will have either a higher donor price, higher parts prices or both.
No – they’re realistic worst‑case bands built from our parts costs and workshop time in 2025. Specific cars can be lower (if they’re better than the tired‑car scenario) or higher (if surprises appear).
This video gives you the shape of the cost. For a specific car we’d still need to see it and talk through your use‑case and timeline.