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Road & Race: Porsche Cayman 981 GT4 vs. 981 GT4 Clubsport
The GT4 is home; the Clubsport is harsh, loud, vibrating, and alive.
Walkabout Wednesday: Timeless Cars, Timeless Cool
A wander around the showroom this morning reminded Adrian exactly why he loves the classics.
Is a classic 911 a Secret Weapon?
Every now and again, something reminds us why we love doing what we do. Picture Credit: www.mandhphotography.co.uk
Cool Factor – ICE. The Porsche 928 S4 – still makes an impression.
Adrian takes look at the Porsche 928, the bold front-engined GT that challenged everything we thought we knew about Porsche.
Adrian & Lee from 9Werks: Up close with the 911E
This 55-Year-Old 911E Takes You All the Way Back - but what's it like today?
Cars & Coffee with the Westcountry Porsche Drivers Club
Westcountry Porsche Drivers Club pay a visit to us.
Seasonal Tips for Daily Drivers and Fair Weather Drivers during the Winter Months
We've put together some handy tips for your Porsche this winter.
Job Opportunity: Mechanic
We're on the look out for an additional Mechanic to join us here at Williams Crawford.
Walkabout Wednesday: Passion for Porsche in Every Corner
Join Adrian for this weeks Walkabout Wednesday.
Porsche Club GB – Dorset Region Visit
On Saturday 18th October the Porsche Club GB Dorset Region paid us a visit.
Bigger. Faster. Sharper. Stronger.
Your Porsche is already exceptional, but perfection can always be refined.
La Carrera Panamericana: Update
Full gallery of images & video from La Carrera Panamericana 2025.
It’s Not the Cars Andy Sold…
There's no questioning the numbers of cars sold by Andy here at Williams Crawford, but the numbers aren’t the real story here.
Make Your Porsche Unique to You
Colour to Sample is our new Service, available to apply to any Porsche.
A truly special Cayman…
Bespoke improvements make a great Porsche even better.
Back to Back: The 997 Turbo vs. The 930 Turbo
Adrian's Dream Garage Verdict...
Analogue Porsche – The Porsche 987 & 997
Some cars are designed for admiration from afar...
The 1967 Porsche 911 S: Built to Compete, Ready for Adventure
Some cars are designed for admiration from afar...
When Rare Really ‘is’
This Porsche 356 Carrera Is One of Only 10 Right-Hand Drives Ever Built
Turbo Thrill
Five Generations of Porsche Motorsport at Williams Crawford
Making it your own
Our special works team having been working their magic!
An historic journey in a classic Porsche
Follow Howard on his epic and historical journey.
Mexico awaits this Porsche Cayman Club Sport
Racing Across Mexico – The 981 GT4 Club Sport Takes on La Carrera Panamericana
What sets the 964 RS apart from other 911’s?
Join Adrian Crawford as he takes the wheel of the Porsche 964 RS.
Job Opportunity: Classic Workshop Specialist
We're on the look out for an Special Works Workshop Specialist.
Porsche Adventures
We love a good adventure, and this year we returned to the Hillclimb Masters at St Goueno.
Adrian’s Take on Used Car Market May 25
How is the used car market for us here at Williams Crawford?
Werrington Hillclimb 2025
Out-powered? How do two classic 911 fare on a hillclimb?
Porsche Friends
These pictures have just come in from a client. The story behind them is interesting.
Rally Costa Brava 2025
In this blog we discuss the importance of expert wheel alignment.
Two young ladies, one Porsche, and a racetrack…
Design 911 came to visit and here's the 'fly on the wall' video with Adrian.
Why is wheel alignment important?
In this blog we discuss the importance of expert wheel alignment.
A visit from Design 911
Design 911 came to visit and here's the 'fly on the wall' video with Adrian.
Sharing our Passion for Porsche.
Williams Crawford is offering a special gift for 10 fast moving buyers...don't miss out!
Does Competition make the breed stronger?
This weekend we enjoyed another event with our Porsche. The South Down Stages Rally at Goodwood, the last of a busy year. For this one we had three PORSCHE 911
The hidden problem for many air-cooled Porsche engines.
VIDEO: Richard looks at arepair of one of the ‘difficult to detect issues’ that can be present in an air-cooled 911 engine.
Take a tour of our toy shop…
VIDEO: Join Adrain has he takes a pre Christmas tour of Williams Crawford, can you spot your perfect present?
The Answer is Yes
VIDEO: Join Richard & Josh and they talk through an epic challenge.
Can we solve complex challenges?
Now with our PPN (Porsche Partner Network) accreditation, of course we can!
Owning a Porsche Should Be Fun
VIDEO & GALLERY: Castle Combe Track Day & Westcountry Porsche Drivers Club.
Porsche from the dark side
VIDEO: Today we take a look at the parts of a Porsche that few get to see...
Where do we source our Porsche?
In this Walkabout Wednesday Adrian discusses where we source our Porsche.
Autumn Review
Things are looking really positive, read & watch Adrian's Autumn update.
Talking Blue Smoke with Luke
Porsche 991.2: Adrian discusses a blue smoke issue with Luke
Showroom Spotlight: The Porsche 992
We take a closer look at the Porsche 992.
Variety in the showroom
We've hand picked some individual cars to highlight our showroom variety.
Speed Secrets
Adrian gives some 'speed' tips, plus interviews from Westcountry Porsche Drivers Club members.
Anything you want…
Is it OK to modify your Porsche? Adrian digs into the subject in this video.
Apple CarPlay – Porsche Retrofit
Richard & Josh take a look at a recent retrofit of Apple Car Play to a Porsche.
We’re making buying a Porsche even easier, and more affordable.
We have partnered with a new finance partner who offers clients a tailored approach.
Which Porsche – Part 1: £40k-£50k Range
We often get asked questions like this, read to find out more.
Nothing Ordinary
For this Walkabout Wednesday Adrian and Harry dig into detail around the business.
Motorsport is part of our DNA
A glimpse into the Porsche motorsport heritage.
Porsche are just perfect for creating memories.
This week adventures in France at the Saint Goueno Masters was memorable adventure.
Does colour make the car?
Adrian & Harry discuss the finer detail behind the Porsche colour pallet.
Are these Porsche 993 the best value classic Porsche today?
Adrian answers Harry's questions on why he thinks the Porsche 993 might just be a smart buy at this time.
Enjoy Driving? What is a hillclimb?
Today's Walkabout Wednesday with Adrian & Harry takes a closer look.
The most important part of selling cars…the buying!
Today's Walkabout Wednesday with Adrian & Harry takes a closer look.
The track day low-down
Have you ever wondered what happens at a track day?
Educating Harry. Buying Porsche.
Adrian gives Harry a lesson in what to look for when buying Porsche.
There’s always a story
Adrian takes a trip down memory lane with this recent addition.
Bringing together Porsche Drivers in the Westcountry
Westcountry Porsche Drivers Club pay a visit to us.
Is your Porsche gathering dust?
When is it the right time to sell your Porsche? Adrian explores this question.
Precision, Power & Poise
Take a closer look at this Absolute Performance AC Cobra.
What an adventure!
Adrian rounds up the XX Rally Clasico in Mallorca.
XX Classic Rally Mallorca
Don't miss a moment of the XX Rally Clasico, starting 7th March 2024.
What is the best Porsche?
Adrian takes a closer look at one of his favourites.
Time Flies – 50 years between these two iconic Porsche
Video: 1973 2.7RS vs 2024 992 GT3 RS
Job Opportunity: Motor Vehicle Technician
We're on the look out for an additional Motor Vehicle Technician.
A Visit from Porsche Club GB – South West Region
Porsche Club GB - SW Region visit Williams Crawford.
The Iconic Porsche 911 Carrera RS of 1973
Video: Adrian & Graham take a closer look at this iconic motor.
Super Cars Arrive At Williams Crawford
SCC arrive at Williams Crawford in style!
Upgrading your Porsche sound & communication system
Porsche technology has moved on...we can help.
Classic Porsche Require Special Skills
Graham shows his skills on this 1971 Porsche 911 Carburettor.
Classic Porsche 911. Original is best…or is it?
Adrian takes us through to classic Porsche 911, is one better then the other?
A Porsche is the Perfect Partner for adventure
Our valued customer Michael takes his Porsche Spyder on an adventure to remember.
A Sports Car for Five
We take a closer look at why the Porsche SUVs have become Porsche's biggest seller.
Porsche 911 Group 4 Historic Rally Car Build
Richard gives us an update on the Group 4 Porsche 911 build.
Events Overview 2024
Upcoming events 2024 - Updated with new events throughout the year.
It’s not the destination…it’s the joy of the drive.
But why a Porsche 993? Adrian Crawford takes a closer look.
TIPEC Visit to Williams Crawford
The Independent Porsche Enthusiasts Club visit Sunday 19th November 2023
GALLERY: Westcountry Porsche Drivers Club – Castle Combe 18th November 2023
View the pictures captured on the day at Castle Combe.
A Porsche Track Day – The experience of a ‘first timer’
Westcountry Porsche Drivers Club - Castle Combe 18th November 2023
Would you like a unique picture of your own car?
Take a look at this incredible artwork by Mark Dawson.
The Importance of Changing Transmission Oil in Your Porsche
Adrian & Mark discuss the intricacies of a transmission oil change.
Classic Porsche Corrosion Repairs: The Kidney Bowls
Richard & Paul discuss the welding of a kidney bowl on a current restoration project.
The Porsche 915 Gearbox – Let’s Take a Closer Look
Read all about it, watch Richard in Action, and browse pictures from the day.
The GT Championship Race at Castle Combe
Read all about it, watch Richard in Action, and browse pictures from the day.
How Do You Use Your Porsche?
Touring, Tack & Race...all featured inside.
Do Previous Owners Relate to Condition?
Andy Pearce explores the question and shares his views on the subject.
The Wrong Trousers Gromit – Watergate Bay 2023
Hear from Richard Williams, and read all about the recent Watergate Bay Sprint event.
Porsche Buying Tips
If you’re worried about buying the ‘right’ Porsche, these tips are for you.
Last of the Air Cooled Porsche
We think...buy a 993 now whilst you still can.
Goodwood Revival 2023
A few of our highlights from Goodwood Revival 2023
Events Overview 2023
Upcoming events 2023 - Updated with new events regularly.
How to choose a restoration partner
We've learned the lessons, so you don't have to.
What’s Your Choice from the Toy Store?
Is it a GT2, a long bonnet ‘72 911, or perhaps a 992 Turbo S?
Charity Track Day
We attended a charity track day in aid of Wiltshire Air Ambulance.
Make Your Porsche Dream A Reality
Making your Porsche dream a reality…how can you afford it?
A ‘Safari’ Porsche of Your Own?
How do you fancy something a little different from the 'Norm'?
Walkabout Wednesday at Goodwood
Adrian takes us on a Walkabout Wednesday at the Goodwood Festival of Speed 2023.
1977 930 Turbo 3.0 litre Martini – Full Restoration
The opportunity to restore this car was both exciting and a tough prospect.
Can AI Replace Us?
It's a question that has been asked a lot lately, see our take on it.
The Story of a Porsche to the Pyramids
Highlighting the great work of the team behind the scenes.
75 Years of Porsche
Celebrating our own association with this fabulous marque.
Customer Testimonial from David Phelps
Great feedback from David Phelps at Triton Galleries.
Saint Goueno Masters Hillclimb
Full coverage of the Saint Goueno Masters hillclimb event - June 2nd, 3rd & 4th June.
What Makes a GT Porsche Special?
In this blog we discuss the motorsport inspired Porsche GT range.
Buying a Used Porsche
Adrian's guide to buying a used Porsche.
Why we LOVE a Porsche 993…and recommend it.
Adrian focuses on the very last of the air cooled Porsche...the 993.
Air Conditioning for Classic Porsche
Can you fit Air Conditioning to your Classic Porsche?
Electric Power Steering for Classic Porsche (Fitted or Conversion)
Fitting electric power steering to a classic Porsche.
Werrington Hillclimb by Adrian Crawford
Have a read to see how Adrian & Richard got on at Werrington Hillclimb.
Adrian Crawford’s Top Tips for Choosing & Maintaining Tyres for Your Porsche
Adrian Crawford shares his top tips on tyres for your Porsche.
Goodwood Members Meeting April 2023
Adrian & Richard attend the Goodwood Members Meeting.
Customer Focus – Nick gets to grips with his Porsche
Nick gets to grips with his ’81 911 SC from Williams Crawford.
How to fund the purchase of a classic or collector car
It's easier than you may think to own your dream car.
Five Cabriolet Top Tips
It's time to think about getting your cabriolet fit for the 'roof down season'.
Westcountry Porsche Drivers Club
The Westcountry Porsche Drivers Club met at Williams Crawford on Sun 26th March 2023.
XIX Classic Rally Majorca
Don't miss a moment of the team at the XIX Classic Rally in Majorca.
The Porsche 996 – Coming of Age?
The 996 models are looking super value and we can't see them remaining at this level in 5 years time.
Porsche Servicing & Restoration
Watch our 'access all areas' service & restoration video.
Customer Testimonial – The Ship Inn Noss Mayo
Great feedback from Charlie & Lisa at the Ship Inn at Noss Mayo.
Customer Focus – It’s not all about cars!
We meet some amazing people in our business!
Innovative Finance for Classic & Sports Cars
Innovative finance solutions for classic & sports cars.
Porsche Club GB – South West Meet Up
The Porsche Club GB - South West met at Williams Crawford on Jan 8th 2023.
Winter Motoring
Top winter motoring tips from Williams Crawford.
Porsche, To Tiptronic or not?
Tiptronic or manual - what's right for you?
Left Hand Drive vs Right Hand Drive Porsche 911 in the UK
Left hand drive in the UK? An overlooked benefit
We’re proud of this classic Porsche restoration
We're incredibly proud of this Classic 1967 Porsche 911 Targa.
A truly speedy sale: 1972 Porsche 911
A new speed record added to this stunning 1972 Porsche 911 history.
1967 911 Targa – One of the very first Targa topped 911’s
This 1967 Porsche 911 Targa is one of the earliest examples known to survive.
A whole new experience for Jason!
Jason enters a whole new world with the collection of his stunning 996.
There is a different way to sell your car…
The chances are that if you’re reading this you’ve sold a car in the past, and therefore you’ll know all about the hassle that this can entail.
1958 356 A (T2) cabriolet by Reutter – A long time sleeping.
It sounded simple. “Create a 356 that retained its original character and was of show winning quality.”
1973 911 RS Carrera Touring RHD – From boxes of bits to world class beauty.
A restoration by Williams Crawford’s Master Craftsman, Graham Kidd