88........What’s coming up in Next Month’s Newsletter
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For a complete list of all upcoming events please visit our calendar website: https://az.pca.org/events/ **Please Note: Dates and times are subject to change**
Our year at AZPCA is off to a fantastic start! January was packed with seven diverse events: an HPDE/Time Trial, Membership Meeting, AutoX, Driving Tour, Ladies’ Brunch, Porsches and Pancakes, and an Off-Road Tour. I hope you had the chance to participate in at least one of these. A big thank you to all the individuals who worked hard to make these events happen!
Our region is part of PCA’s “Zone 8,” which includes 15 other regions across Arizona, Southern Nevada, and Southern California. Every January, leadership from Zone 8 gathers for a meeting. While much of the meeting focuses on top-down policies, it also provides an opportunity to share ideas and compare notes with other regions. The positive takeaways for our region are that we remain highly active, financially sound, and fully compliant with PCA guidelines.
Although Arizona is somewhat geographically isolated from the large, active California regions, anyone interested in exploring other Zone 8 events can find them listed at zone8.pca.org. For example, myself, and some others from AZPCA attended an HPDE/Time Trials held by the San Diego region on Jan 18-19. While their registration process was a bit more involved than expected, the event itself was very well organized, and most importantly, the fun factor was high! Kenny Mitchell, our Communications Director, ensures all our regional events are submitted to the Zone 8 calendar as well.
Our club is currently planning New Members’ Day for mid-March. This event is designed to introduce new AZPCA members to everything the club has to offer, but ALL members are highly encouraged to attend. It’s a great opportunity to represent the club, welcome new members, and perhaps learn something new or develop new friendships. Stay tuned for an announcement with the finalized date and location soon.
I hope to see you at a future event!
Dan Bouet
From the EDITORS Gregg and Ali Bull
It’s hard to believe January has come and gone so quickly, time does seem to fly as they say.
For car enthusiasts January means Arizona Auctions and Autoweek activities, this year was no exception with The Arizona Concours d’ Elegance kicking things off and the world-famous Barrett Jackson Auction, RM Sotheby’s, Bonhams, MAG Auctions, Hagarty’s Cars & Conversations, OTTO Car Club’s Bagels & Bull**** as they so aptly named it and many more activities to keep us out and about enjoying the Arizona sunshine.
January was a busy month for both the Autocross and HPDE groups, both hosted events and the attendance, as usual, was excellent.
As far as driving tours go, we had 2 to choose from this month, first up was the always popular Scenic Drive to Fountain Hills and then Steve Sapareto hosted the annual Off-Road tour, which this year took us along the old Apache Trail which had been closed for the last few years.
The Club social scene was not to be outdone either, we were treated to a fantastic Monthly Meeting at Raven Gastropub, Brian and his staff outdid themselves as usual.
The Ladies-Only brunch was another highlight of the month, the Ladies were treated to a very tasty meal at Soul Café. The Porsches n’ Pancakes was held at Gertrude’s at the Botanical Garden, what a great way to spend the morning.
Keep a few days clear on your February calendar for some truly exciting events this month, first, we kick things off at Lucille’s Bar-B-Que for our monthly meeting, we have an interesting driving tour to Maricopa and the West Valley Loop. We have an Autocross event at AMP and the Ladies have a fun drive planned too. Porsches n’ Pancakes sees us at Rock Springs Café.
If you have any time left please visit the wonderful charity event, Concours in the Hills, which is held at Fountain Hill’s Fountain Park on Saturday, February 15th and keep an eye out for some of the AZPCA members’ cars which will proudly be on display on the grassy hills.
Ku’ia kahele aka na’au ha’aha’a – (A Humble Person Walks Carefully So As Not To Hurt Others.)
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AZPCA Monthly Membership Meeting
Feburary 5, 2025 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Lucille’s Bar-B-Que
Please join us for our next meeting at Lucille’s Bar-B-Que. One of our frequent resturants known for it’s great BBQ. Expect great food and plenty of time for socializing and meeting new friends. Cash bar. Hope to see you there.
*Registration is required for this event. Click the REGISTER button below to sign up and pay.
*Limited to 80. Registration ends on February 2 at midnight. Jim and Carole Bultema, Organizers
Lucille’s Bar-B-Que 2030 E. Rio Salado Pkwy Tempe, AZ 85281
For more details and to Register for this event CLICK HERE
Upcoming Porsche n’ Pancakes - Rock Springs Cafe
This is always a crowd favorite, February’s Porsches n’ Pancakes Breakfast Because this is a Club MUST if you have a sweet tooth…….Rock Springs Cafe
Where: Rock Springs Café, 35900 S Old Black Canyon Hwy, Rock Springs
When: Saturday, FEBRUARY 22th at 8:30am – 10:00am
Cost/Menu: Order anything you like of the menu and pay at the end of the meal
Seating: Seating is limited to 40 attendees so sign up soon.
For more details and to Register for this event CLICK HERE
Upcoming Driving Tour - Maricopa/West Valley
Maricopa and West Valley Loop
Saturday, February 8, 2025
On Saturday February 8th let’s enjoy a scenic driving loop down to the City of Maricopa and through the less explored West Valley, where we will enjoy lunch at Rudy’s “Country Store” and Bar-B-Q in Goodyear.
Our 4-hour, 150-mile drive will begin at the Porsche Chandler dealership. From there we will travel west along AZ-202 and then south on AZ-347 to the City of Maricopa. From there we will take AZ-238 west to Gila Bend for our first break.
After break we will then travel north along Old US Hwy 80 over the Historic Gillespie Dam Bridge which was built in the 1920’s and was once the longest steel bridge in Arizona. Next we will pass by farm land and massive solar power generating stations. Then from there we will pass by the Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station where we will stop for a group photo shoot.
To finish off our day we will head back east on I-10 and proceed to Rudy’s “Country Store” and Bar-B-Q for lunch
After lunch everyone will be on their own to travel home.
For more details and to Register for this event CLICK HERE
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Sunday, March 2, 2025
7:30am (Display) 9:00am (Show Opens) – 2:30pm
Come out with your friends and enjoy a day of displaying your Porsche, seeing other great Porsches, and visiting with friends. While awards will be given, no cars will need to be opened or the owner with the car.
We will use the French style of judging which is simply best preparation, presentation, and POP an outstanding car.
Cars will start loading into the display field on Ho Hum and Easy Streets at 7:30 AM with show open to all at 9:00 AM. Coffee and pastries will be available to start and water and soft drinks all day for those showing their cars. Awards will be at 2:00 PM at the Sanderson Pavilion Stage and the show will conclude at 2:30 PM. We expect the public will attend and will have “suggested donation” clear big jars at all entrances with a sign the proceeds will go to the Mesa Community College Automotive Program for scholarships.
Several restaurants will be available for breakfast and lunch during the show. We ask you to leave your car there for the entire show until 2:30 PM. It you are not able to do that please do not display your car.
Proceeds after expenses will benefit the Mesa Community College Automotive Program also.
Cost is $25 to display your car when you register on Motorsports.reg. You do not have to be a member to display your car.
When you arrive, we ask you to go to the registration table to check in and receive your display placard, which you will fill out with information about your displayed car.
We look forward to seeing you for a fun day in March!!!
Meet this Month’s Featured Member -
1. When did you join PCA?
We joined in 2023 when we lived near Santa Barbara CA, so we could attend the Porsche parade in Palm Springs and become part of the local porsche community events
2. What Porsche(s) do you have 2022 Boxster 718, GTS
3. Where are you from?
Currently living in Queen Creek, AZ & building our forever home here
4. Family?
Yes, here with my husband Darrell, all remaining family is in Canada.
5. Work background or trade?
Dr of Natural Medicine - specializing in medication damage & disease processes
6. What makes your car special?
Custom ordered
7. Next upgrade?
None
8. Have you personalized your car?
Wrap in aqua marine so it changes colours in different lighting
9. Favorite memory with a car?
Love driving through the canyons of Malibu & doing gimmick rallys
10. Where/Why did you buy your Porsche?
Performance, handling & comfort - especially the seats that fit me well ( female driver, small frame)
11. High school nickname?
None
12. Top 3 cars you would own?
I have my dream car, I have driven Lamborghinis and Ferraris - they are too rigid and rough.
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Ladies ONLY Driving Tour - Scenic Drive in the Hills
February Ladies Drive
Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025
The first Ladies-Only drive of 2025. The route will snake through North Scottsdale to Rio Verde, and on to Fountain Hills The Concours in the Hills will be going on at the Fountain, but our scenic route will avoid the traffic in that area. We will make a stop at the Adero Canyon Trailhead, the southern gateway to the Fountain Hills McDowell Mountain Preserve.
You will order off the menu and pay for your lunch at the restaurant.
Sorry, gentlemen, this drive is for ladies only! When you register on MotorsportReg, you can add a passenger. But ladies only!
After a short stop to admire the desert mountain view, we will proceed down the hill back toward Scottsdale for lunch at Vicino's Local Italian restaurant.
“ ‘Vicino’ translates to ‘neighbor’, so our name perfectly describes who we are A neighborhood favorite and locally operated Italian restaurant.”
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AZPCA Regional Autocross Season - 2025
Below are listed the tentative Autocross dates for the 2025 AZPCA Region Autocross Season They are normally held on Saturday at AMP as follows:
About Autocross events:
SAT, FEB 15
Arizona Motorsports Park Skidpad
SAT, MAR 8
Arizona Motorsports Park Skidpad
SAT, APR 5
Arizona Motorsports Park Skidpad
SAT, APR 26
Arizona Motorsports Park Skidpad
Join us for our AZPCA autocross at Arizona Motorsports Park Skidpad. Location address is 15402 W. Camelback Rd, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340. Non-Porsches are welcome to participate. Multi lap format. Contact Kim Kemper for more information. $60 for the event - there is no on site registration. If you wish to have someone, who is not an entrant, over 18 years old and who is an immediate household member, as a passenger for a taste of autox please pre-register and pay the $10 fee. Drivers can invite guests only during pre-registration who must complete all waivers, but cannot be a passenger. Gates open at 7:00 am. First car out at 8:30 am. Rental helmets can be reserved during the online registration process. Sorry but no go-karts, Polaris type, formula or other exoskeleton vehicles permitted. AMP has a strict sound limit of 92 db and your vehicle must pass sound tech held immediately before the event (around 8:00) or have a valid AMP sound sticker and no changes to the car impacting sound have been made since. A link to the Porsche waiver will be sent to you via email, information on the AMP paper waiver will be provided in your event receipt and is available on site. If you have any questions regarding any of the Autocross events, please contact the following Autocross Co-Chairs, Kim K or Rick A. at autocross@az.pca.org.
Click HERE for more infomation and for a link to the MotorsportReg event registration
HPDE SCHEDULE
2025 SEASON
SAT- SUN, FEB 22 -23
Arroyo Seco Raceway
SAT, MAR 29
Arizona Motorsports Park (CCW)
SAT, APR 19
Podium Club at Attesa
SAT- SUN, SEP 27-28
INDE Motorsports Ranch
SAT, OCT 18
Podium Club at Attesa
SAT- SUN, NOV 29-30
Spring Mountain Motor Resort
SAT- SUN, DEC 13 -14
Chuckwalla Valley Raceway
Southern AZ PCA Region Event Registration Link TBD
To Register: AMP
To Register: Podium Club
To Register: INDE
To Register: Podium Club
Las Vegas PCA Region Event Registration Link TBD
San Diego PCA Region Event Registration Link TBD
Time Trials also available at this HPDE event
Future Driving Tour - Roosevelt Lake - Globe - Superior
Roosevelt Lake — Globe — Superior Drive
Saturday March 1st 2025
Let’s enjoy a very nice drive from Mesa via AZ-87, AZ-188 and US-60 to Roosevelt Lake/Globe/Superior on Saturday, March 1st.
The event starts at the Bass Pro Shops parking lot in Mesa. From there we will begin with an exciting mountain drive on north AZ-87 toward Payson. Prior to reaching Payson, we will turn right and head south on AZ-188 toward Globe, following the shore of Roosevelt Lake to Roosevelt Dam. We will stop at the dam overlook for a photo op, then continue on to Globe, where we’ll turn onto US-60 and cross over the New Pinto Creek Bridge and past the "Top of the World" marker (elevation 4532 ft), on our way to Superior for lunch at the Silver King Smokehouse & Saloon.
The Silver King Smokehouse offers outdoor seating and an extensive menu of BBQ and other items we have enjoyed on previous club drives.
After lunch everyone will return home on their own.
Future Members’ Meeting - Persian Room
AZPCA Monthly Membership Meeting
March 5, 2025 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Persian Room
Please join us at the Persian Room, where you are guaranteed not to leave hungry. Amidst an atmosphere of plush elegance, enjoy the exotic aroma and flavor of carefully blended herbs and prime quality fresh meats and vegetables, prepared to tease the palate and tantalize the senses. Thousands of years of traditional recipes and methods combine to provide a wide menu of tasty treats. We ate there previously, and the feedback was very positive. See you there.
Jim and Carole Bultema, Organizers
Location: 17040 N. Scottsdale Road Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Menu
Appetizers: Hummus, Yogurt and Cucumber Dip, Dolmeh
Salad: Greek Salad with Fresh Basil
Main Course:
Chicken Kebab
Beef Koonbideh
Chicken Filet
Basmati Rice, fresh baked Persian Bread
Stew: Gheymeh Bademjan Beef Eggplant Stew
Soft Beverages: Soft drinks, hot tea, coffee
Cash Bar
Cost $40
Event Schedule:
5:30 – 6:15 pm Social hour 6:15 – 7:00 pm. Dinner 7:00 – 7:30 pm Meeting & Program
Registration is required for this event. Click the REGISTER button below to sign up and pay. The closing date to register is March 2, 2025, at midnight
Registration is open for 75.
For more details and to Register for this event CLICK HERE
Future Porsche n’ Pancakes - Harold’s Corral
WHEN: Saturday, March 29, 2025 from 8:30am to 10:30am
WHERE: 6895 E Cave Creek Rd, Cave Creek, Arizona, 85331
MENU: Buffet including Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, French Toast…etc.
PRICE: $21 (includes Tip & Taxes)
ATTENDANCE: Maximum of 50 people (Sign up early)
Registration
NEW Members’ Day - We-Ko-Pa Casino/Resort
New Members’ Day
Saturday - March 15, 2025 - 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Attention all club members!
Join the fun at New Members’ Day to welcome and celebrate our new club members. This event is an opportunity for our New Members to meet the 2025 Board of Directors, the Chairpersons, and other club members. You will learn about AutoX, Drivers Education, Social-Media, Driving Tours, and all of the club Social Events
You'll have free time to discuss individual topics one on one with Board Members and Chair Persons!
For all New Members: You will be refunded the $45 registration fee when you check in at the event, so it is free for New Members.
There will be some be some lottery prize giveaways ($$) for club events (eg Social and Driving Events, Drivers Education etc. !!!
Location: We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort
10438 N Fort McDowell Road, Scottsdale, AZ
The We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort introduced its new state-of-the-art casino in October 2020. Our buffet dinner will feature authentic dishes from around the world. The menu includes Asian, Italian, American, and Spanish/Mexican and is ALL YOU CAN EAT !!!
NOTE - The entire Casino and Buffet are NON-SMOKING
SCHEDULE:
2:30 - 3:00 PM Social Time
Registration and further details coming shortly
3:00 – 4:00 PM Introductions, Presentations and Free time to visit with Board Members and Chairpersons
4:00 – 5:00 PM Dinner Buffet
5:00 PM Adjourn
The event cost is $45.00 per attendee (refund for New Members – see below)
All new members attending who have joined since our last New Members’ Day (3/16/2024) event will be provided a $45 credit to your MotorsportReg.com account and will be valid until the end of 2025. To receive the credit, your attendance must be verified at event check-in. Closing date to register is March 10th at midnight. Attendance is limited to 90 attendees.
NEW Members’ Day Drive - Cave Creek
NEW MEMBERS’ DAY DRIVE
SUNDAY, MARCH 16, 2025
Following our annual New Members’ Day event on Saturday, we have planned a driving tour to one of our club’s favorite destinations in Cave Creek. We will meet at the Coffee Plantation in Scottsdale, a frequent starting point for AZPCA driving tours. The tour will follow an interesting route across town, with curvy roads and desert scenery along the way. At our final destination we will gather for lunch and camaraderie with our PCA friends at the Horny Toad Restaurant.
We invite all members, but especially new members, to sign up so you can experience an example of the fun we have with our Porsches on Arizona roads and beyond.
Tucson Overnight Adventure
Thursday & Friday, March 27-28
Embrace the spirit of the Southwest highlighted by an overnight stay at the Arizona Inn, a uniquely charming boutique hotel with eclectic rooms and lush gardens.
THURSDAY
o Twenty cars begin the drive at Wendy’s on Baseline near I 10.
o Meet for a buffet lunch at Bianchi’s Italian Restaurant.
Pay $20 per person on MSR
o Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum for afternoon visit.
Pay for tickets when you arrive
o Arizona Inn - check in, relax, and prepare for dinner.
Book your room on your own – group rate = $341 to $359 +tax
o Buffet dinner at El Charro Downtown location.
Pay $40 per person on MSR
FRIDAY
o After breakfast, drive to Old Tucson Wild West Park
Pay for tickets when you arrive
o Drive home on your own Register Here: https://azpca.motorsportreg.com/events/tucson-adventurearizona-pca-417644
Event Organizer: Mark Baker (f6valkyrie2016@gmail.com)
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Future Member’s Meeting - Crust Simply Italian
AZPCA Monthly Membership Meeting
April 2, 2025 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
A new restaurant for this month. Crust is owned by Mr. Merendino, who grew up as a firstgeneration Italian in the heart of Long Island. Here, his mother taught him to cook using all her delicious recipes, which he now serves at his restaurants. Simple yet truly authentic Italian ingredients transformed from East Coast classics.
Appetizers: Garlic Knots, Assorted Bruschetta
Salads: Italian Chopped, Caesar Main Course;
Pasta Marinara with Meatballs
Chicken Francese
Chicken Marsala
Eggplant Rollatini Parmesan
Desert; Cannoli & Tiramisu
Cash Bar as well as Non-alcoholic beverages
Cost: $40 per person
Limited to 100 people
Event Schedule:
5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Social time
6:00 – 6:45 p.m. Dinner
6:45 – 7:30 p.m. Meeting
*Registration is required for this event. Click the REGISTER button below to sign up and pay. The closing date to register is March 30, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.
Jim and Carole Bultema, Organizers
Crust Simply Italian 2470 S. Recker Road, #101 Gilbert, AZ 85295
For more details and to Register for this event CLICK HERE
Future Porsche n’ Pancakes - 5 & Diner
Where the 50s comes to life!
Harking back to a simpler time
In 1989, 5 & Diner was created as a place where people would be transported in time to a place where life was simpler. In the process, the legendary 5 & Diner Restaurants were created. The no-holds-barred 50’s flashback theme with affordable, top-quality food including award-winning burgers and shakes.
WHEN: Saturday, April 19, 2025
Registration and further details coming shortly
WHERE: 5220 N 16th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85016
MENU: Order anything you like off the menu and pay your own Bill
ATTENDANCE: Limited to 40 people so sign up early.
ATTIRE: Bring a hat and your sunscreen because we’re rockin’ it on the Patio.
Future Driving Adventure...We’re off to Vegas, Baby !!!
Ready now for some Fun, then register early for the biennial 2025 Vegas Fun Run ACT FAST Limited to a maximum of 25 cars!
We leave Friday April 11th in the morning as a group [well 2 groups actually] and then return individually on Monday the 14th . If 4 days isn’t enough, book some extra nights.
Base hotel is the Vdara [connected to the Bellagio, the Aria and the Cosmopolitan directly by Tram and covered walkways and close to many other facilities on the LV Strip, including Paris, Caesars….].
Click on the link below to check out room rates and availability
If you are confident, you can make it, register now and then book your rooms as soon as possible to get the best rates. In addition to a number of group events, you’ll have plenty of individual time for playing, shopping or just people watching at your leisure on this trip. If all the slots (pardon the pun) are taken, then register anyhow and we’ll put you on a wait list since a couple of cancellations are inevitable.
Friday, April 11th 2025
Biergarten Room at Hofbrauhaus
Group dinner in the “quieter room”
Click below to read up on the venue
Saturday, April 12th 2025
Gaudin Porsche Las Vegas
New Henderson location
Reception from 2pm – 4pm
Las Vegas Southern Utah region in the house (this is Gaudin’s 2nd Porsche dealership)
Sunday, April 13th 2025
Maxan’s Jazz Club
Special Jazz show
6pm to ???
Top Quality Sushi dishes (other meals available) Let’s take over the club….
Note individual menus/checks have been arranged for all dinners, and at Maxan’s enjoy a simple reasonablypriced minimum $40 F&B /person [no cover or hidden charges for the show].
Register now, our 25 slots will not last long, they never do. The only thing we ask is that you don’t tie up a slot unless you are certain you can join in fairness to those who wish to plan and are serious about attending.
On behalf of Jan Mackulak my Vegas Expert and co-conspirator and myself, we look forward to enjoying your company at this exceptional tri-state biennial event.
For more details and to Register for this event CLICK HERE
For Hofbrauhaus details CLICK HERE
For Maxan Jazz Club details CLICK HERE
Monthly Awards & Accolades
Each month the Editors and Contributors of Going Places would like to recognize certain members for special contributions to this amazing Club we are all part of.
The Writers Award, this award is for an individual that submits or presents the best article.
Writers Award for January 2025: Kellie Bouet
The winner will receive a $30 credit on their MotorsportReg account to be used for upcoming AZPCA events.
The Volunteer Award, this award goes to the member who goes above and beyond the call of duty, this person demonstrates what the Clubs values are all about, Passion, a Positive attitude and a willingness to help.
Volunteer of the Month for January 2025: Steve Sapareto
The winner will receive a $30 credit on their MotorsportReg account to be used for upcoming AZPCA events.
**Even if you don’t win this month a big heart felt THANK-YOU to all the wonderful contributors that help make this award-winning Newsletter/Magazine the success that it is, CHEERS.
*2025 Aman-Steele Award/Legacy Award *
Aman-Steele Award
A reinstatement of the historical Annual Aman Award for outstanding achievement, represen7ng the AZPCA Member (or Members, awarded jointly) in good standing who is acknowledged as the enthusiast (or enthusiasts) of the year for the current calendar year. The award is designated as the Aman-Steele Award to recognize the life7me contribu7on of Jack Aman and Ken Steele to the Club. The award is presented at the AZPCA annual dinner to the enthusiast of the year demonstra7ng an excep7onal level of contribu7on to the Club. Candidates are to be nominated by any club member including a descrip7on of the nominees unique and significant contribu7ons to the club in the current year and voted upon by the Board of Directors at their November Board Mee7ng in an execu7ve session following the main board mee7ng to maintain the decision in confidence un7l the presenta7on of the award at the December Annual Holiday Party
Legacy Award
The Annual Legacy Award established in 2023 recognizes an AZPCA Member or members working as a team who historically and consistently over a decade or more has or have contributed significantly to excep7onally suppor7ng the club and its membership at a significant level. The award may recognize this contribu7on from a current ac7ve member or posthumously for a member’s contribu7on. This award is nominated and voted upon by the Board of Directors who may at their discre7on seek guidance form the general membership, especially those who have historically been involved with the club and were able to personally observe those who have made a significant consistent contribu7on that is above and beyond usual expecta7ons. The Board of Directors will consider nomina7ons and make the final decision in an execu7ve session following the main board mee7ng to maintain the decision in confidence un7l the presenta7on of the award at the December Holiday Party Mee7ng.
La Posada Ladies-Only Overnight Drive
April 26-27, 2025
This April overnight event is for the ladies only!
After a beautiful drive up from the Valley on Saturday morning, we will stop for lunch along the way to Winslow, Arizona, for an overnight stay and dinner at the La Posada Hotel.
La Posada, “the resting place,” was one of the finest hotels ever built in the Southwest when it opened in 1930. And this historic hotel on Route 66 is still charming after all this time. Rooms have been restored carefully, and many pieces of the Mary Colter design remain, along with extensive artwork and gardens throughout the property. There is also a large trading post on site full of southwest treasures. Visit https://laposada.org for more info.
After settling in, we will gather for an extended informal Happy Hour, then enjoy dinner at the famous and beautiful Turquoise Room for southwest contemporary cuisine. https://theturquoiseroom.com
On Sunday, we will gather at the legendary landmark, Standin’ on the Corner Park, for a group photo. The park has captured the hearts and imaginations of music lovers and road-trippers alike along Route 66. Made famous by the Eagles’ hit song, it is a must-see!
You may wish to explore downtown Winslow and other Route 66 locations before heading home on your own Event Organizer: Geneva Sorum, GSorum@hotmail.com
Future Member’s Meeting - Aunt Chilada
AZPCA Monthly Membership Meeting
May 7, 2025 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Aunt Chilada’s
Come join us for our next meeting at one of the most requested venues we have, the historic Aunt Chilada’s! Expect great Mexican food and plenty of time for socializing and meeting new friends. Hope to see you there.
Jim and Carole Bultema, Organizers
Aunt Chilada’s
7330 N. Dreamy Draw Drive Phoenix, AZ 85020
Menu
Southwest Caesar Salad
Spinach con Queso Dip
Roasted Poblano Pasta Alfredo with Grilled Chicken
Machaca Enchiladas
Mexican Street Corn, Refried Beans and Rice
Coffee, iced tea and warm, house made flour and corn chips with Salsa de Olivo. Cash bar
Cost: $40 per person
Event Schedule:
5:30 – 6:15 p.m. Social hour
6:15 – 7:00 p.m. Dinner
7:00 – 7:30 p.m. Meeting
Registration is required for this event. Click the REGISTER button below to sign up and pay. The closing date to register is May 4th at midnight.
Registration is limited to 95
For more details and to Register for this event CLICK HERE
Future Porsche n’ Pancakes - Mimi’s Bistro+Cafe
GATHER AROUND OUR TABLE
Make any mealtime an event to savor, from sweet and savory Breakfast
Dishes to mouthwatering entrees, crowd pleasing to tempting desserts, Every dish is made with care, just for you and your family. Find exactly what you’re craving at your local café.
WHEN: Saturday, May 17, 2025
WHERE: 21002 N Tatum Blvd, Desert Ridge, Phoenix, AZ
MENU: Order anything you like of the menu and pay your own Bill.
ATTENDANCE: Maximum of 40 people (Sign up early)
Registration and further details coming shortly
MEGA Future Driving Adventure...Southern California
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
GETAWAY
May 12-16, 2025
Save the date! We’re heading to Southern California on a 5 -day trip to Palm Springs and Temecula, with lots of activities featuring great drives, great scenery, and lots of fun with your Porsche club friends!
This is a trip you won’t want to miss. Details coming soon!
AZPCA Sponsorship Program
The sponsorship programs were designed to allow our current and new advertisers and sponsors a simple way to choose a program that will include; digital on-line published newsletter and internet exposure opportunities all for one simple investment.
The sponsorship program has five tiers:
Bronze - Our Bronze level includes one small website banner on our Home and Sponsors page and a one eighth-page (3.5″x2″ business card) color or grayscale ad in the Going Places publication. Fee - $250. annually
Silver - Our Silver level includes one medium website banner on our Home and Sponsors page and a one quarter-page (3.5″x4.75″) color or grayscale ad in the Going Places publication. Fee - $600. annually
Gold - Our Gold level includes one medium website banner on our Home and Sponsors page, inclusion in the rotating banner on our homepage, a one half-page (8″x5″) color or grayscale ad in the Going Places publication and AZPCA E-Blasts. Fee - $1200. annually
Titanium - Our Titanium level includes one large website banner on the Main page and Sponsors page, inclusion in the rotating banner on our homepage, one-full page (8″x5″) color or grayscale ad in the Going Places publication and AZPCA E-Blasts. Fee - $2500. annually
Platinum - Our Platinum level includes one large website banner on the Main page and Sponsors page, inclusion in our rotating banner on our homepage, an embedded video, and one full-page (8″x10″) color or grayscale ad inside the front cover in the Going Places publication. Fee - $10,000. annually
It is the responsibility for each sponsor to develop and design their unique promotional ads. Sponsors must submit their own artwork electronically for ads in gif, pdf, jpeg or swf (for website ads) formats. New sponsorships will run yearly, and investment will be prorated for any new sponsor who commits mid-year. The acceptance and display of advertising in this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the advertiser or product by the Porsche Club of America, Arizona Region. AZPCA reserves the right to refuse to print any ad it deems inappropriate. Sponsorships must be prepaid. Staff reserves the right to change rates upon notice at any time.
Contacts:
Sponsorship Requests and Tier Details
Sponsorships and Advertising Manager, Andy Jorgensen E-mail: sponsorship@az.pca.org
Gregg & Ali Bull Going Places Editors E-mail: gpeditor@az.pca.org
Future Member’s Meeting - Martin Auto Museum
The Martin Auto Museum and Event Center features more than 170 vehicles, including classic cars, hot rods, customs, imports, and much more. It also has one of the largest collections of auto memorabilia, antique gas pumps, and signage anywhere.
Please join us on Wednesday, June 4th, 2025
$40 per person
Event Schedule:
5:30 – 6:15 pm Social time
6:15 – 6:45 pm. Dinner
6:45 – 7:30 pm Meeting and meet a member program
Registration is required for this event. Click the REGISTER button below to sign up and pay
Registration is open for 80. The deadline is June 1st at midnight.
Martin Auto Museum
4320 W Thunderbird Rd
Glendale, AZ 85306
Jim and Carole Bultema, Organizers
STORY BY DANIELLE BADLER
Let’s all turn the wayback machine to when Baby Boomers began coming of age, to the early ‘60s. Ok, from a do-run-run automotive style standpoint, what comes to mind?
I’ll take three, please. As the leader of the pack, I would watusi up to the Jaguar E-Type, from 1961. If only because none other than Enzo Ferrari allegedly called it the most beautiful car ever designed, at least to that point.
Who can argue with Il Commendatore? Even though one could see the derivation from the DType racers and their stillborn XK-SS street version. No matter. It was, and probably still is, the ultimate chick magnet. In some circles, that alone puts it at the top of the heap.
Second, I’ll take the C2 Corvette, specifically the split-window coupe. Remember, this was 1963, the roads were chock-a-block with mastodons, Sedan de Villes, Imperials and the like. I remember spying my first C2, out there, in the wild. I almost did a head-over-heels stoppie on my banana-seat Schwinn.
I admit, my memories are swayed by the fact that, a few years later, my uncle bought a ’66 coupe, 327 auto, that he let me drive You remember? With the radio vertically integrated in the center stack? Wound it up, on the Wantagh State Parkway, heading to Jones Beach. Tack it up, tack it up, the windblast drowned out Hey Little Cobra. Could this be magic? It was.
Third, the original 911. I mean, hey, after all these generations, and models, and sub-models, nobody cannot tell a 911, any 911, from anything else on the road. Still. To this day. Who else, or what else, can say that? I’m waiting. Repeat after me, the 911 defines “iconic.” Kudos, Butzi Porsche.
Which is why it’s so disconcerting to me to see what’s going on today. Stop at a light, any light, and look around. What do you see? A sea of love? No! A sea of black, or white, or silver SUVs that … and, hey, probably like you, I could identify virtually every car on the road at five years old … today they all look, ok, I’ll say it, the same. I’m embarrassed to admit something It’s this. I’ve had to peek around the rear, in order to see the nameplate and identify the brand. Me. Probably you too. I’m ashamed.
Even exotics. This actually happened to me recently. I was walking my dog in my neighborhood and I saw a bright “rosso” …. Ferrari 296? … parked at the curb. I got closer and, my jaw dropped. No! It was a “Little Red Corvette!” A C8! What the … Had I completely lost my touch? I screamed “heel” and we did a quick three-point turn.
Apparently, this commonality, this, ok, I’ll say it, copy-cat derivative blandness, hasn’t gone without recognition, at least by some automotive design studios. At least two examples I’ve stumbled on recently come to mind.
The first is the “almost production” Honda 0 Saloon that has been making the car-show circuit. Now, from the side-view, it looks to me like a Lamborghini Espada that slipped into a galaxy
Danielle’s Column - Yesterday, Today & Tomorrow
far, far away From the front, the headlights lie flat, above the grill, like, let’s pause for reverence, the Miura. Really.
Beneath it all lurks Honda’s next-gen EV platform. Which to me is fine, just fine. Reality may bite, but at least it may look good. One thing is for sure, neither you nor I will mistake it for anything else on the road. But, and it’s a big but. Would a five-year-old version of myself today stop in my tracks and start hyperventilating? I don’t know.
Nor do I know about the recently announced Jaguar rebranding. Like Honda, it’s all for its coming EV lineup. The first show-car iteration is called the Type 00. I’m not kidding. A coincidence with Honda? Do I see a raised eyebrow? I don’t know, but it’s not a good start Nonetheless, in a story in Business Insider, Jaguar’s chief exterior designer, Constantino Segui Gilabert, says “It is a dramatic presence, channeling a unique spirit of British creativity and originality. It celebrates art and embodies the essence of Exuberant Moderni sm.”
Like the SS 100? The XK 120, 140 and 150? The E -Type? Even the F-Type? Is Sir William Lyons rolling over in his grave? Or, is he saluting Jaguar’s new direction, from his perch in car design heaven? I don’t know. It’s hard to tell much, from the photos I’ve seen so far.
One thing is for sure. The EV ripple, or wave, depending on your point of view, is giving automotive designers a rare opportunity to add their names to the pantheon of Pininfarina, Giugiaro, Gandini, Mitchell, Shinoda, Sacco, Butzi and more … even Sir William. Will it work? Can it work today?
Ahh, change always leads us to the same place, doesn’t it. We’ll have to stay tuned. Because, once again, only time will tell. But I really would like to be five again, to see for myself.
Who is Danielle Badler?
A New York native, Danielle Badler embarked on a writing and communications consulting career in early 2007, following more than 30 years in corporate communications, the last ten years as the chief global communications officer for three Fortune 500 companies, General Instrument Corporation, Unisys Corporation and Western Union.
Danielle now calls Denver home.
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Kimberly’s Korner - Facts, Figures and Fallacies
BY Kimberly Amadeo, Arizona Region
et’s say you just got back from the Barrett-Jackson Auto Show with the car you dreamed of your whole life. Now you need a home with at least a 4-car garage. Where is the best place to look, how much can you expect to spend, and how much house do you get with your garage?
In Maricopa County, there are 1,010 homes with a 4-car garage or more. The locations range from Aquila in the northwest to Buckeye in the southwest, to San Tan Valley in the southeast to Rio Verde and Cave Creek. Prices range from $384,000 in Surprise to a $33.9 million dollar home in Paradise Valley.
The average sales price for a home with a 4-car garage is $3.7 million. The house is 5,102 square feet and it’s on the market for 123 days before it’s sold.
But what if you want to shelter more than 4 cars? Here’s a breakdown of homes by garage size.
Homes with Garages for 5 to 9 Cars
There are 321 homes for sale in Maricopa County with garages that hold between 5 to 9 cars. On average, they list for $4.6 million offering 5,674 square feet for the owners
The most luxurious is a home in Paradise Valley that lists for $33.9 million and offers a 6-car garage. Once it’s completed in 2026, it will have 12,500 square feet to house the humans. Both owners and cars can enjoy views of both Camelback and Mummy mountains.
A similarly-priced home is in Arcadia and offers an 8-car garage. It will be completed in 2025, and lists for an even $30 million. The humans get 8 bedrooms and can enjoy 15,000 square feet on 1.559 acres.
On the other end of the spectrum, you can park your 6 cars in a garage in Queen Creek for just $445,000. The humans get to live in a 1,440 square foot 2-bedroom home on an acre lot. Perfect if you need to build more garages to house more cars next year.
These are these extremes, but where are you most likely to find a home with this size garage? Head to Scottsdale, with 75 homes for sale. They range from $675,000 million at Hayden and Shea offering a 6-car garage to $29.5 million for a 5-car garage and home in Silverleaf at DC Ranch.
Paradise Valley has 47 homes, ranging from $1.75 million for a home with a 6-car garage to the $33.9 million home described above.
Phoenix comes next, offering 39 homes. They range from $595,000 for a 6-car garage to $899,000 for a 9-car garage to the $30 million home listed above.
Homes with 10-car Garages
What if a 9-car garage isn’t enough? There are 47 homes scattered throughout the Valley with garages that hold between 10 and 19 cars. Surprisingly, these homes are only slightly more expensive. They range from $875,000 to $28.9 million, with an average list price of $5.3 million. Scottsdale has 15 homes with these large garages, and most of them are near Pinnacle Peak.
The most affordable home is near Anthem. For $875,000, you get a 10-car garage with an additional 4 carport spaces. There’s also a 1,922 square foot, 3-bedroom house on an acre of land. You can find a 13-car garage at a 5-bedroom home in Mesa for $899,000. Buckeye has a nice 3-bedroom home with an 11-car garage for $920,000.
On the other end of the spectrum, the most expensive home in this category is (again) in Paradise Valley. There, you’ll find a 22,000 square foot home with a 14-car garage, 15 bedrooms, and 15 bathrooms. It’s on a 9-acre lot with it and lists for $28,900.
Homes with 20+ Car Garages
What if you already have a substantial collection, and this new purchase just pushed you over the 20-car point? You have a choice of 7 homes. The lowest price is $1.7 million in Aguila. It features 2 hangars where you can house either cars or your private plane. It's on a 5-acre lot and the home is 2,154 square feet.
Scottsdale has the most expensive home featuring a 20-car garage for $29.5 million. It has a 15,378 square foot home with 8 bedrooms on a 1.5 acre lot. The newly-built home offers both city and mountain views. (Source: Arizona Multiple Listing Service.)
What It Means to You
The Phoenix area is very friendly to car aficionados. You can find a home at nearly any price point to house both your family and your collection
Who is Kimberly Amadeo
Kimberly is a full-service, luxury realtor with Compass, specializing in Paradise Valley, Scottsdale, and Arcadia. Prior to that, she had a corporate career in sales, marketing, and economic analysis. She’s written two books, and 800 online articles, covering the U.S. economy. Kimberly owns a 1999 Porsche Carrera six-speed coupe in a beautiful shade of “Mirage Metallic.”
IMPORTANT AZPCA Information
AZPCA Region Event Cancelation Policies & Event Organizer Responsibilities
Event Cancellation Policy
Most of our events have attendance limits, and they fill up quickly. Also, we often have waiting lists for those wishing to attend but do not have a secured attendance spot. Increasingly, attendees sign up and simply do not show up for the event without canceling in advance. This behavior impacts the event registrar/organizer, the event facility, and those on the waiting list wanting to attend but cannot. This behavior demonstrates a lack of common courtesy, requiring it to be addressed proactively. On the first occurrence a warning will be issued, and on the second occurrence privileges to attend future events may be impacted. Also, any registration fees for paid events will be forfeited without recourse since the club is charged regardless. The cancelation policy requires cancelation of your registration on MSR for paid or unpaid events a minimum of 7 days prior to the event date, unless there are serious and extenuating emergency circumstances as assessed by the event registrar/organizer. Most importantly, please be courteous to your fellow members so that everyone has an opportunity to enjoy events.
Event Organizer Responsibilities
Event organizers are required to send out a reminder approximately 9 days in advance of any event reminding registrants of the event and summarizing their responsibilities by including the following language:
Thank you for your RSVP. Please note that whether or not there is a registration fee for this event, the restaurant is expecting a certain number of attendees we provide to them in advance and incur cost accordingly If you need to cancel please do so at least one week prior to the event date (being a no-show without notice is rude to other members who wish to attend, the restaurant and to the event organizer). Additionally, if there is a fee or prepayment associated with the event, it will be forfeited if cancelled less than 7 days before the event. Thank you!”
Additionally, event organizers are requested to send out a reminder two or three days prior to the event simply as a courtesy to remind those attending.
IMPORTANT AZPCA Information
Reimbursement & Stipend Policy for AZPCA HPDE Events:
1. Reimbursement is provided to 5 key workers / volunteers for actual round-trip fuel cost (upon providing receipts), and if applicable, $120/night stipend for lodging/ incidentals. If it is not an overnight event and/or a requirement, then spend is reduced to $40. Key workers are volunteers that are attending the event solely to work the event but not participate in the event. Examples could be: Grid worker(s), Safety inspector(s), Timing and Scoring Chair, Safety Chair, Event Chair, CDI. Excludes: Corner workers/flaggers.
2. A corner worker/flagger is offered a $100 stipend or a $175 MSR credit for a future HPDE event, by choice of the flagger.
3. Other non-critical volunteer positions are provided a lunch (lunch will either paid for individually or provided as part of event to all participants).
4. The Event Organizer is reimbursed for fuel costs related to event planning/execution and round-trip fuel cost (upon providing receipts and log).
5. Continue to offer discounted registration fees for approved AZPCA Instructors.
Policy adopted by majority vote of the Board of Directors at the June 2023 BOD meeting
McIlvain Talks Tech with Scott M - Turbo Charging
Tech Tips
PORSCHE TURBOCHARGING
by Scott McIlvain, Tech Chair
Porsche Turbo, a name that is famous for speed and power. Since 1975 no car company has been better at turbocharging production cars. Every Porsche fan should experience the feel of “warp speed” when the turbo hit full boost in a Porsche at least once.
So we know Turbos make cars faster. But how do they work, and why are they so popular, soon to be standard in the latest 911? A turbo uses the exhaust gases that are exiting the engine to spin a “pin wheel.” This wheel is connected by a shaft to another “pin wheel.” This second wheel pulls air in and forces it into the engine.
The more air that goes into an engine, the more power can be made. Some highly-tuned turbo Porsches can make 1,500 hp or more! Because the exhaust gasses are coming out of the engine, turbos are known for being a very efficient, almost free, way to make more power.
There are some down sides to turbo, the biggest being turbo lag. The exhaust wheel of the turbo needs to spin very fast to spin the intake wheel to compress air to make power. This doesn’t happen instantly as any driver of an early 911 turbo knows. This lag can make the car challenging to drive. Another big problem with turbos is detonation cause by over boost. The pressure of the air going into the engine is called boost. The more boost the more power the engine can make. It is very important that the amount of boost matches the amount of fuel going into the engine or the engine will run lean. When this happens the engine can be damaged very quickly! Turbochargers compress the air which causes it to become very hot. This is why every Porsche Turbo from 1978 on comes standard with an intercooler. The
pressurized air goes through the intercool that works much like radiator, using fins and the outside cooler air to lower the temp of the pressurized air.
Without a thing called a wastegate, a turbo would just spin faster and faster until the car was overboosted. A wastegate is a valve that opens in the exhaust before the turbo to let some of the exhaust gas escape keeping the turbo from spinning too fast.
Another important part to the turbocharger system is a recycle valve. When the turbo is on full boost it is moving a lot of air. When the driver of the car gets off the gas, the throttle plate closes quickly and all that air in the intake has nowhere to go. So the other valve opens and this pressured air is rerouted back through intake system before the turbo or to the atmosphere (import cars make a duck noise when this happens).
McIlvain Talks Tech with Scott M - Turbo Charging
Porsche released the first turbocharged production car in 1975, known as the 930. This 911 turbo used a single turbocharger without an intercooler. It was a very fast car at the time but Porsche knew they could do more. So starting in 1978 the 930 was a larger engine with a single turbo and an intercooler standard. This same single turbo configuration continued until the 993 twin turbo. With the 993 turbo Porsche figured out that two smaller turbos could provide more air into the engine AND spin up faster without much of the turbo lag. With the 996 water cooled turbo they continued with the two turbo set up and added two intercoolers. The 997 turbo came out with a new turbos that use a computer-controlled vanes inside the turbo to help the turbo have less lag and make more power on the top end.
At 3,400 rpms the engine was making over 400hp! So I had to be ready for that power burst. Turbos also make a ton of torque which really causes the back end of the car to squat. When the driver gets off the throttle quickly the back end of the car pops back up and can lose traction. The only time my 930 spun on the track was when I lifted off the throttle. Today Porsche turbos are much better and delivering the power more smoothly. Older turbo charged cars can be upgraded to more efficient turbos that greatly reduce lag and make more power. I just put a set on my 996 Turbo and was shocked at the difference they made!
Turbochargers are going to be standard on the new 911. This is mostly for fuel efficiency. The engines can be smaller in size but make more hp. I am excited about this! The turbos that Porsche uses are so good you hardly know you are driving a turbocharged car at all. If you have any questions on turbos, or have ideas for future articles, please email me at scott@mcilvainmotors.com
The newer Porsche turbos use very high efficient wheels that spin much faster than the earlier turbos. These have almost zero turbo lag and still can make huge power.
Driving a turbo Porsche (especially an older single turbo) takes some getting used to. You may have heard turbo charged Porsches referred to as “widow makers.” The main problem is how much non-liner power the engine makes. I remember on my 1979 930 that was modified, the engine made around 200 hp at 2,400rpms.
The Stuttgart Market Letter
Written by David K. Whitlock
The final month of 2024 capped off a dynamic year in the Porsche market, with December achieving a solid 70% sell-through rate, marking a slight uptick from November's 69%. A total of 462 cars crossed the auction block, generating a dollar volume of $30,340,029. While this represents a dip from the $36,536,798 seen in November, it underscores strong demand for Porsche vehicles as the year wound down. Notable highlights included a 2005 Carrera GT claiming the top sale at $1,395,000, alongside a noticeable resurgence in the 356 market, which finally saw some deals close. As we transition into 2025, these results reflect a resilient and evolving market, with specific segments showing renewed strength.
The 356 market ended the year on a high note, with a strong 75% sell-through rate and a total dollar volume of $955,000 across 12 units. Among the standout sales was a 1957 356A Coupe, restored in 2011 and finished in stunning Sahara Beige with a Burgundy interior. The restoration featured paintwork by the Paterek Brothers and included a 1,720cc replacement engine. This exceptional example achieved $136,000, surpassing the $133,000 average. Another notable result was a 1960 356B 1600S Roadster, a single-family-owned gem for 62 years. Though it failed to close in October at $126,500, it found a new home this month for $136,000. Refinished in Red with a Grey interior, this driver-quality example sold at the lower end of the market, below the $190,000 average. These results highlight the continued appeal of well-maintained and unique 356 models, with both high-end restorations and solid drivers finding eager buyers.
The 911 Carrera 3.2 market closed out the year with an impressive performance, boasting an 86% sell-through rate and generating $1,587,770 from 21 units. Among the notable results was a 1989 911 Speedster finished in Triple Black, though the interior had been changed to Black during its life. With only 8,000 miles on the odometer, questions about the mileage history didn't deter bidders, as it achieved $220,000. This result sits above the $214,000 average and lands in the middle of comparable sales for similar mileage. Another standout was a 1989 911 Carrera 3.2 Coupe, also in Triple Black, with a 5-speed manual transmission and just 27,000 miles. This pristine example commanded $138,000, significantly outperforming the twelve-month average of $80,600. Not only was it a top-five sale in the last year, but it also led comps in terms of mileage. These results underscore the strength of late-production 3.2 Carreras, particularly low-mileage examples in desirable specifications.
The 718 market showcased some divergent trends as 2024 concluded. The 718 Spyder RS saw renewed interest, with a 2024 model featuring Porsche’s Weissach Package, finished in Shark Blue with Satin Magnesium wheels and just 479 miles, achieving $225,000. This marks the highest price for the Spyder RS since the first example hit the market in July, signaling a potential upturn for this exclusive variant. In contrast, the 718 Cayman GT4 RS market faced continued softness. A 2024 model with 1,500 miles closed at $207,000, pulling the average further down from $270,000 at the beginning of the year to $209,000 this month. Selling below the current average, this result highlights the cooling demand for what was once a hotly pursued model.
Meanwhile, the GTS 4.0 Boxsters and Caymans, the only non-GT 718s equipped with a naturally aspirated engine, continued to draw steady interest around the $80,000 mark. A 2021 Cayman GTS 4.0 sold for $79,000, a 2021 Boxster GTS 4.0 fetched $80,500, while another Cayman GTS 4.0 failed to sell at $78,718. These results suggest a stable market for these enthusiast favorites, offering accessible entry points for Porsche purists.
The Stuttgart Market Letter
As the final numbers rolled in, 2024 proved to be a robust year for the Porsche market, closing with a total sellthrough rate of 68%, $493,350,995 in dollar volume, and 7,235 units sold. This marks a significant increase in units over 2023, which saw 6,707 units sold at a slightly higher 70% sell-through rate and a total dollar volume of $479,107,514. While the year started on a slower note, December’s strong sell-through rate capped it off with momentum, setting an optimistic tone for 2025. The new year kicks off with plenty of action, including Mecum’s Kissimmee sale and Arizona Car Week, which are sure to set the stage for what promises to be another exciting year in the Porsche market.
David K. Whitlock
is a writer for The Stuttgart Market Letter, A daily market update for Porschephiles, by Porschefiles, delivered to your inbox. www.stuttgartmarketletter.com
Driving Tour Review - Fountain Hills Scenic Drive
Story by Andrea Borsenik
Photos Courtesy AZPCA Members
It was a beautiful day to take the Porsches out for a spin! We began the morning at Coffee Plantation, sipping on refreshing smoothies and building excitement for the ride ahead. The group split into two, and we joined the second wave of drivers as we hit the road.
The route was incredible, particularly the two-lane stretches where we could spread out and fully admire the lineup of stunning Porsche’s cruising alongside us. This was one of my favorite drives to a Target.
There, we stretched our legs, picked up a few items (I snagged some picture frames), and took the opportunity to chat with fellow enthusiasts, including a few new faces.
Driving Tour Review - Fountain Hills Scenic Drive
Next, we headed toward Fountain Hills, taking a break along the Salt River.
Lining up the cars along the route created a breathtaking display!
We wrapped up the day at a restaurant near Fountain Park, just in time to catch the fountain in action. Over a delicious meal, we shared stories and enjoyed fantastic conversation with club members
It was a wonderful day of cars, camaraderie, and beautiful scenery!
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New Members
Richard Arthur Phoenix, Arizona 2018 911 Turbo S
Melanie Begnoche Mesa, Arizona
Darren Bernard Anthem, Arizona 2024 911 Carrera T
Richard Greb Fountain Hills, Arizona
Nancy Greb Fountain Hills, Arizona 1986 911 Carrera Cabriolet
Dode Hammack
Glendale, Arizona 2012 Panamera Turbo S
Steven Hansen Scottsdale, Arizona 1982 911 SC
Luann Hansen Scottsdale, Arizona
Paul Healy Cave Creek, Arizona 2014 911 Carrera S
David Hughes Chandler, Arizona 2019 911 GT3 RS
Steven Kim Phoenix, Arizona 2019 911 Carrera
Roslyn Kitchen Scottsdale, Arizona
Richard Law
Phoenix, Arizona 2009 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet
Devaun Lennox Phoenix, Arizona 2008 Cayman S
Michael Ludwig Scottsdale, Arizona 2021 Taycan Turbo
Jun Luna Mesa, Arizona 2020 Cayenne
Lee Martucci
Scottsdale, Arizona 2006 Boxster
Bennett Means
Scottsdale, Arizona 2007 Boxster S
Justin Nelsen
Scottsdale, Arizona 2021 Panamera GTS
Chong Paek Phoenix, Arizona 2016 Boxster Spyder
Denise Ray Scottsdale, Arizona
Paul Stenson
Phoenix, Arizona 2000 911 Carrera Cabriolet
Isaac Sweilem
Phoenix, Arizona 2018 718 Cayman GTS
Akash Thathi Mesa, Arizona 2022 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet
Kelli Wyloge Tempe, Arizona
Kyle Wyloge Tempe, Arizona 2023 911 Turbo S
Mark Baker
Membership Chair
Transfers In
Andrew Alfonso Mesa, Arizona FROM Peachstate 1985
Shane Bush Scottsdale, Arizona FROM Hawaii 1978 911 SC
Patrick Coyle Marana, Arizona FROM St Louis 2008 911 Turbo
Victoria Dieterle
Phoenix, Arizona FROM Rocky Mountain 2006 Boxster
Jude Greene Lubbock, Texas FROM West Texas 2010 Cayenne GTS
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Rick Althouse
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Andy Cole concours@az.pca.org
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John Dowling CDI@az.pca.org
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Dan Bouet drivereducation@az.pca.org
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Rook Younger drivingtours@az.pca.org
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Jim Bultema drivingtours@az.pca.org
EQUIPMENT CHAIR
Travis Sutton
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Bill Stubbs
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Rook Younger drivingtours@az.pca.org
GOODIE STORE
Jennifer Harrenstein notethepossibility@gmail.com
HISTORIAN
Loretta Aman jlaman914@cox.net
MEMBERSHIP
Mark Baker membership@az.pca.org
MEMBERSHIP MEETING CHAIR
Jim and Carole Bultema monthlymeetings@az.pca.org
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Andy Jorgensen monthlymeetings@az.pca.org
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Gregg & Ali Bull gpeditor@az.pca.org
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Angela Manente gpeditor@az.pca.org
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Larry Grimes panorama@az.pca.org
PORSCHES & PANCAKES COCHAIR
Dennis Rood dmrood1@comcast.net
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Frank Grimmelmann fgrimmelmann@ mindspring.com
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David Derr safety@az.pca.org
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Ealing Jahn
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Deb Rettew socialchair@az.pca.org
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Jan Mackulak socialmedia@az.pca.org
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Andy Jorgensen sponsorship@az.pca.org
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Scott Mcilvain scott@mcilvainmotors.com
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Mike Ferring webmaster@az.pca.org
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Gregg Bookspan webmaster@az.pca.org
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Monica Asbury secretary@zone8.org
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Drive your Porsche on a Racetrack with AZPCA!
Expand your car control skills and explore the capabilities of your Porsche on a racetrack in a safe, controlled environment with no speed limits! AZPCA’s HPDE & TT program (that’s short for High Performance Driver Education and Time Trials) is all about experiencing your Porsche on a road circuit. AZPCA provides personal driving instructors for new participants to guide them through the day. Our instructors will navigate you along the road circuit, teach you the fundamentals of driving at track speeds, but also keep you in a comfort zone so you have a good time. There are flaggers on track, just like at a real racing event. The club also arranges an ambulance and tow truck on site for emergencies.
For the HPDE events, four groups of approximately 10-25 drivers are formed based on experience level- Beginner, Intermediate, Experienced, Advanced. Grouping allows everyone attending to have a good time. Beginners don’t have to stress about having little/no experience- chances are, there are several other drivers in the same group just starting out.
Based on instructor evaluation, you are advanced to the next group up when appropriate. Sometimes this is after one day, or sometimes it takes a several events. Higher run groups typically means more speed but with a better, practiced skill set to control the speed safely. This keeps track days exciting for you as you advance your skill set.
While this is definitely NOT racing, there is a natural tendency to evaluate yourself to other drivers in your group, but HPDE is not structured to award “fast” times. To satisfy the competitive nature in you, we offer an optional “Time Trials” sessions where those specific TT sessions are timed and you compete against others in your class. Lap times are broadcast live so you can see in real time how you stack up against your competitors. Time trials are structured so that you get three clean laps, meaning, you will be by yourself on track without dealing with other cars in your way.
How is a typical HPDE day structured?
A track day starts around 6:30 -7:00 am. You’ll check-in and get your car safety inspected on-site first. A drivers meeting kicks off around 7:45 am, with the first car on track around 8:30 am. A forty minute lunch break splits the day and the event is usually over around 4:00 pm. You can expect five 20-minute sessions (100 mins total) of track time each day, although some events are structured with four 25-minute sessions. Time trial sessions are optional to add-in during your registration, and that consists of two additional timed sessions (one morning, one afternoon) consisting of three hot laps.
The beginner group will also have classroom discussion after their sessions to discuss car-control and vehicle dynamics and what they experienced.
The club either provides lunch or there is an option to purchase one on site. Since there is down time in-between your driving sessions and classroom discussion, there is lots of opportunity for comradery with other club members and opportunity to socialize and check out other cars attending.
What do you need to bring?
Your vehicle (preferably a Porsche) in good maintenance. (Some club members bring their other cars btw – we won’t shame you if you do that)
We provide a required checklist of things to inspect on your car before coming to a track day. If you aren’t mechanically inclined (or don’t care to do this yourself), you can take the checklist to a mechanic of your choice to do the inspection for you. We have a few places we can recommend if you don’t have a preferred mechanic. Main points of interest are good tires, brakes, brake fluid, no leaking fluids, no abnormal driving characteristics of the vehicle. We conduct a final brief safety inspection on your vehicle the morning of the event.
Helmets are typically available to rent when you register for the event– you can try the sport before you commit to purchasing a helmet.
There are additional items you can bring to make the day more comfortable or exciting – chairs, cameras, etc. There are lots of online video you can watch telling you to bring this or that. While that can be somewhat helpful down the road, keeping it basic is usually best. If you forget something, chances are there is someone there that will let you borrow/have theirs.
Lastly and most important: don’t forget to bring a desire to have a good time and willingness to learn!
AZPCA Autocross - Results January 11, 2025
AZPCA Autocross - Results January 11, 2025
Jonathan Be 2019 Porsche GT3 RS
Eric S 2006 Porsche 997 Outlaw
Kim K 2021 Porsche Cayman GT4
Bruce B 2024 Porsche Cayman GTS
James H 2015 Porsche Cayman GTS
Eric T 2014 Porsche Cayman S
Scott O 2004 Porsche Boxster S
Andy J 2008 Porsche 911 C4S
Dave M 2014 Porsche Cayman S
Garry J 2008 Porsche 911 C4S
Kwan Jin L 2016 Porsche Boxster GTS
Rick A 1994 Porsche 968
Christopher M 2020 Porsche Cayman GT4
David N 2021 Porsche 911 Turbo S
Brad K 2004 Porsche Boxster S
Jonathan Ba 2022 Porsche 718 Cayman GTS
Lee M 2006 Porsche Boxster
Elliot
Ealing
Mathias A 2022 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing
Jeff W 2024 Tesla Model 3
Aaron S 2019 Mazda Miata
Steve A 2016 Scion FRS
Victor T 2023 Mazda Miata
Brandon C 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Brian M 2023 Chevrolet Corvette
Jason S 2003 Chevrolet Corvette
Rob M 2019 Chevrolet Camaro
Yuri E 2025 BMW M2
Andrew T 2013 Subaru BRZ
Frank T 2024 VW GTI
Dane T 1999 Mazda Miata
Greg K 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
Chuck N 1990 Mazda Miata
Alex L 2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Jim E 2019 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Bruce K 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray
Mike T 2017 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport
David E 1990 Chevrolet Corvette
Kevin E 2024 Lotus Emira
Myers H 2023 Toyota GR 86
Cupertino M 2024 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Lynn A 2016 Scion FRS
Anastasia T 2013 Subaru BRZ
Isabelle E 2025 BMW M2
Bruce B’s Cayman in action
Course Workers at Work Station 6
enjoying a break in action. Frank Torres, Ealing Jan and Jonathan Betancourt
Kwan Jin Lim along side his Boxster
Jonathan Betancourts’s GT3RS
AZPCA HPDE and Time Trials - January 4, 2025
What a great way to start 2025 spending time at the racetrack with your Porsche and your friends!
Our first HPDE and Time Trial event of the year was held at Podium Club in Casa Grande, AZ. The club hosted about 85 cars in the HPDE, with approximately 19 of those also signing up to compete in the Time Trials portion of the event.
The weather was surprisingly mild for early January, rewarding drivers with fast lap times. When it's too cold, tires struggle to warm up enough for maximum grip but not this time. Many participants achieved personal bests, leading to plenty of big smiles.
We had a fantastic volunteer staR keeping the event running smoothly throughout the day. Typically, it takes approximately 15 volunteers to manage an HPDE and Time Trial, and for this event, a coordinated group from ASU stepped up to help specifically with flagging. They really showed their enthusiasm in their role, keeping the radio channel buzzing with reports. A huge thanks to everyone who dedicates their time to making these events happen!
Several new HPDE drivers joined us, and we hope they had a blast and will return for another round. The Podium Club track features a very long front straight RS cars and Turbos often hit 140+ mph before the braking zone, all without the stress of a speeding ticket. It’s like therapy, really… good for your soul.
We were also fortunate to have two amazing photographers capturing the action. Clay Lyons of Shop Class Agency focused on paddock photos, while Phil Veitch of Veitch Creative was out on track, shooting cars in motion. Hope you enjoy the photos, and come join us for our next therapy session at Arizona Motorsports Park on March 29! Register at www.msreg.com/03-29
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TIME TRIALS
PODIUM
Co-members are free and get a PCA membership card as well!
Co-members are welcome to share in your PCA experience at no additional cost; they are invited to PCA events, receive their own user account on www.PCA.org, and have digital access to Porsche Panorama magazine. Co-members must be at least 18 years of age.
If you’d like to add a co-member, send an email with their full name, relation to you (i.e. Spouse, child, friend, etc.) and their email address to membership@pca.org
Win a Porsche with PCA’s member-only raffles!
Twice a year, many PCA members get a surprise announcement!
Discover an incredible benefit of PCA membership: the opportunity to take part in PCA’s semiannual raffle. Members can buy entries for a chance to win a brand-new Porsche. The fall raffle is on the horizon, with the anticipation of multiple winners.
Stay tuned to pca.org for raffle dates and details! Scan QR Code to see
Looking for a turn-key system to join PCA Sim Racing? www.pcasimracing. com/turnkey
PCA Sim Racing is the world’s largest car club sim racing program!
PCA Sim Racing provides a quality sim racing experience, including opportunities for all levels of driving experience, competitive intensity, and sim racing interests, in a friendly environment for all Porsche Club of America members.
PCA Sim Racing offers:
• Introductory sim racing video
• How to Proceed Step-by-Step Instructions
• Sim Racing Equipment Recommendations
• Get started with a turn key set up!
• Sim Racing Driver Education
• Five Classes for All Skill Levels
• All Races on Laser Scanned Race Tracks
• Sprint and Endurance Racing
• Calendar of Upcoming Races
Interested in Porsche market trends?
Sign up for PCA’s free monthly e-newsletter, Mart Fresh News!
The Porsche Club of America features news, videos, and information about the current market for used Porsches in the monthly Mart Fresh News email newsletter.
Mart shoppers are PCA members who know Porsches, know what they’re looking at, and are serious, ready, willing, and able buyers — not tire kickers. Because PCA members take care of their Porsches, vehicle quality in The Mart is better than other websites. And these are not anonymous buyers and sellers, they are registered PCA members.
The Mart is one of the most visited parts of PCA.org, recording over 650,000 page views per month.
Mart Fresh News also highlights a variety of Porsche listings from PCA’s Mart Classifieds. When you find a vehicle in The Mart, you can be assured that it’s been cared for by a registered PCA member — not some anonymous seller.
In addition to your online Mart ad, you get a summary version of your ad in Porsche Panorama.
It’s a free benefit of membership — there is no charge to place an ad in The Mart!
VISIT: mart.pca.org
PCA has 20 registries for those super enthusiastic about their Porsche model
The PCA Registry program was established in 1995 to encourage closer relationships within Porsche model owners in PCA. The program allows PCA members to network with others in their specific area of interest. Sharing of information fosters restoration and maintenance of members’ automobiles. A registry can potentially provide a new resource for historical displays at Parades and other PCA events, along with information for articles in Porsche Panorama. Don’t see a registry for your Porsche? We are also looking for individuals who are interested in starting a registry for a model that doesn’t have an existing registry.
CHECK OUT THE REGISTRIES AT: www.pca.org/connect/special-interest-groups
Through the Ages now features the latest club events and programs
New for 2025, the Porsche Club of America History Book contains an overview of the club’s history, followed by individual sections covering specific detailed items. Some sections were designed for use as standalone articles for region newsletters. Individual chapters and page numbers can be “clicked on” from the contents page. Major National Awards are also included.
Take a look: https://ww2.pca.org/pca-history
HAVE YOU DOWNLOADED YOUR
PCA Digital Membership Card?
PCA members can now opt in to the digital membership card, available for Apple and Android digital wallets. It’s easy and quick to download! Once in your wallet, your card is easily accessible when you need it.
What’s coming up in Next Month’s GP Newsletter
Don’t forget to sign-up for the upcoming Monthly Meetings.
Same goes for the Porsche’s n’ Pancake’s...sign-up today.
We have some great local drives, take a second look.
How about Vegas.....a few spots are still available.
Southern California in May, I’m in for that.
What exciting items does our AZPCA Goodies Shoppe have in Store
