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