Porsche Club of America - Arizona Region - Going Places - November 2024
Volume 54 Issue 11
EDITORS
Gregg & Alison Bull gpeditor@az.pca.org
CONTRIBUTORS
Rick Althouse
Kimberly Amadeo
Danielle Badler
Dan Bouet
Kellie Bouet
Ken Bryant
Alison Scott Bull
Gregg Bull
Jim & Carole Bultema
Mike & Maryellen Ferring
Frank & Maria Grimmelmann
Todd & Tammy Jones
Kim Kemper
Jan Mackulak
Angela Manente
Mark Manente
Scott & Christina Mcilvain
Kenneth Mitchell
Chadd Randall
George & Rita Sprenkle
David K. Whitlock
Rook Younger
ON THE COVER
The Tavern Hotel, Cottonwood
Featured in this Month’s Issue
17.............What’s in Store in Next Month’s Newsletter? 26-27........Article - Worlds’ Greatest Car Racing 28-30........Driving Tour Review - Cottonwood Charity/Wine 32-33........Article - Casino Night Charity Gourmet Dinner 34-35........Book Reviews for Porschephiles - Porsche Outlaws 36-37........Danielle’s Column - Through an Open Window 38-39........Kimberly’s Korner - Facts, Figures and Fallacies 42-43 .......McIlvain Talks Tech with Scott M - Help us Help You 44-45........Stuttgart Market Letter by David K. Whitlock
56-57........Drive your Porsche on a Race Track 58-59........AZPCA AutoX -Look Who’s Back.... 60-61........Autocross Season Event #1
Going Places is the official publication of the Porsche Club of America, Arizona Region and is published electronically monthly.
Written contributions and photographs are welcomed and can be emailed to the editor. Opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official position of the Porsche Club of America, Arizona Region, its officers or members. Permission is granted to reprint any material herein provided full credit is given to the author and to Going Places. PORSCHE®, the Porsche Crest®, CARRERA®, and TARGA® are trademarks of Porsche AG. The editor shall reserve the right to edit and publish only those articles felt to be in the best interest of the members of the Porsche Club of America. THE DEADLINE FOR ARTICLES AND ADVERTISEMENTS SUBMITTED FOR PUBLICATION IS THE 15TH OF THE MONTH PRIOR TO THE MONTH OF PUBLICATION. Commercial advertising rates can be found in the back of this publication.
Photo courtesy of Jan Nyquist
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
PRESIDENT Mark Manente president@az.pca.org
NEWS & EVENTS
5...............2024/2025 Calendar of Events
8..............Upcoming Porsches n’ Pancakes - US EGG
21..............Save the Date - PnP at Gertrude’s at Desert Botanical
40..............2024 AutoX Schedule
41..............2024 HP Drivers Education Schedule
62..............National - Add your Co-Pilot as a Co-Member
63..............National - unSTOCK, Porsche Club of America
64..............National - Raffle, Win a Porsche
65..............National - SIM Racing
66..............National - Market Trends
67..............National - Special Interest Program
68..............National - Panorama Back issues Online
69..............National - Introducing Club Racer
71..............PCA - Digital Membership Cards
IN EVERY ISSUE
4..............Arizona Region Board 6..............President’s Note 7..............From the Editors 25..............Sponsorship Program 46 .............Awards & Accolades
47..............Goodie Store
48..............Social Media
51..............Please welcome - New Members 52..............Happy PCA Members’ Anniversaries
53..............Executive Appointees
54..............Zone 8 Staff and Websites
SPONSORS INDEX
Frank Grimmelmann FrankGrimmelmann-director@az.pca.org
Kenneth Mitchell KenMitchell-director@az.pca.org
Steve Sapareto SteveSapareto-director@az.pca.org
5..............Hamra Fine Jewelry & Timepieces 12..............Exotic MotorWerks 13..............2U Tire 14..............Merrill Lynch 14..............Dill Petroleum 15..............D.L.Jones Home Team 15..............McIlvain Motors 15..............Pinnacle Brewing Co. 16..............Raven Gastropub 23..............APEX Realty Services 24..............Bayntree Wealth Advisors 49..............Protective Film Solutions 50..............Tech Plus Automotive 55..............Trackside Motorsports BC,48 .......Porsche Chandler IFC,55.......Porsche North Scottsdale
CLASSIFIEDS
https://az.pca.org/classifieds/
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PRESIDENT’S NOTE
" When anything tempts you to be bitter: not, 'This is a misfortune' but 'To bear this worthily is good fortune.'' Marcus Aurelius
Writing this beyond when I should have. The club just completed Flight 46. Concours on the grass at the Westin Kierland was great. Not so great was the Westin not increasing the appetizer plates when we increased the minimum from 40 people to over 100. My not so pleasant conversation after reviewing their bill.
Kudos to the planning team: Deb R. social chair stepping up with Flight as her first event, Kellie who really stepped up as "project manager" to fill in details, Dan B, Travis S. (with his motor home and trailer) spent Friday night in the parking lot. Thanks to Jennifer H for all the preparation in organizing the raffle which raised $1175.00 for Sunshine Acres, thanks Jen.
A special thanks to Chief Concours Judge Andy Cole. The amount of work to identify classes, recruit judges, pull off the Saturday event is unbelievable. This year's concours there was a special award crafted by Patrick Motorsports in memory of David Fisher.
An example of the dedicated volunteers who make our club special. Upon finishing the Lunch on Saturday. Dan and Travis broke down all the canopies, and other equipment. And after spending half a day in the hot sun drove to Arizona Motorsports Park to set up for the Sunday Morning DE.
I volunteered at the track and helped out where I could, Jennifer was already at AMP early in the morning to check cars in, in fact Jen spent the entire day at the entrance to the park. When I arrived early morning to help with set up everything was already in place. Not just the cars, IT'S THE PEOPLE.
Please sign up for our last big social event of the year, the Holiday Party, where we will introduce the new board of directors and celebrate the regions 65 th anniversary to kick off the holiday season.
Thanks Everyone
Mark M
From the EDITORS Gregg and Ali Bull
“A hui hou:” “Until we meet again.”
Like most of our club members at this time of year, we turn our thoughts and attention to being thankful.
For the club, we have much to be thankful for. The recent Concours d’Elegance was a success, with the turnout and event location being the highlights. Thank you to all of our club members that volunteered for this event and supported it through your presence and for spreading the word about the event. We also are thankful for all the volunteers who agreed to run in our recent elections, and for each one of you that spent the time to log in and vote!
This is how we keep our club moving forward.
We are recently back from a trip to Europe. Travel is a great opportunity to reflect on everything that we are grateful for here in the USA. The space that we enjoy, the weather and the diverse mix of cultures are all positives. Isn’t it great that when you get away, especially overseas, and truly enjoy being immersed in a different culture, you can also be equally grateful to return home. To the familiar. New experiences are great as they stretch our brain, and familiarity with what we already know, calms the soul.
It is a time of high energy at the moment in this country with the election and we think its important to remind ourselves that people in our lives, both family and friends, are the most important thing that we have to be thankful for. Regardless of their beliefs. It starts with being thankful for this great opportunity at ‘life’, and for what each day brings forward in terms of experiences, opportunities and challenges. This time of year can remind us that all of these are equally important to a balanced life and a positive outlook. This can make a great difference when times get tough. It’s been a challenging year; however, we refuse to let challenges overtake all of the wonderful people and great times we have enjoyed with them.
This month has opened quickly and will close with our friends and families gathering over great food and festivities. We hope that each of you enjoy November in your own special way!
Happy Thanksgiving to All!
Going Places Facts and Figures
The Deadline for submitting material is the 15th of each month. Submissions received after that date will appear in a later edition. Articles written and submitted to Going Places are done so on a voluntary basis. The views, opinions or suggested links provided by the editors do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of AZPCA or PCA and have not been indorsed as such.
Dates, locations and costing for events may change after publication, please refer to the AZPCA website or MotorsportReg for the up to date information.
Upcoming Porsches n’ Pancakes - US Egg Scottsdale
Porsches n’ Pancakes is off to Scottsdale for a hearty Breakfast get together. This month’s culinary experience takes us to……. US EGG
Where: US EGG, 3238 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
When: Saturday, November 2nd from 8:30am-10:30am
Cost/Menu: Order anything you like of the menu and pay at the end of the meal
Seating: Seating is limited to 30 attendees so register soon.
Organizer: Dennis Rood (dmrood1@comcast.net) For more details and to Register for this event CLICK
Upcoming Member’s Meeting - Porsche Chandler
AZPCA Monthly Membership Meeting
November 6, 2024, @ 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Porsche Chandler
Please join us for our meeting with our gracious host, Porsche Chandler.
Sign up early, as this is by far one of the most popular meetings all year.
Enjoy great food, great cars, and especially new friends. Meet the managers from the dealership, who will answer any questions you might have.
Porsche Chandler
1010 S. Gilbert Road Chandler, AZ 85286
Enjoy a catered meal
Cost: FREE, courtesy of Porsche Chandler
Event Schedule:
5:00 – 6:15 pm Tour the showroom and lot & social time
6:15 – 6:45 pm. Dinner
6:45 – 7:30 pm Meeting
Registration is required for this event.
The closing date to register is November 3rd at midnight.
Registration is limited to 125 participants.
Jim and Carole Bultema, Organizers
For more details and to Register for this event CLICK HERE
Ladies-only Drive to The Farm
Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024
Reviving an event the club has not done for some time: a Porsche ladies-only drive! We’ll take an urban-scenic drive across town to The Farm at South Mountain, where we will enjoy lunch in the beautiful Pecan Grove at The Farm Kitchen.
“The original restaurant at The Farm, The Farm Kitchen features a walk-up counter where guests can choose from an assortment of delicious sandwiches, fresh soups, seasonal salads, made-fromscratch baked goods…”
When you register on MotorsportReg, you can add a passenger. But again, ladies only!
For more details and to Register for this event CLICK HERE
You will order off the menu and pay for your lunch at The Farm. Sounds nice, doesn’t it? But sorry, gentlemen, this is for ladies only!
Don your festive holiday attire, join the fun and an elegant plated dinner and merriment with fellow club members in the Vistas Pavilion at the Las Sendas Golf Club in Mesa as we celebrate the holiday season.
We will also say farewell to our retiring December 2024 Board of Directors Officers and we will welcome in our newly elected 2025 Officers.
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■ 50+ years of experience on all Porsche models
■ Independently owned with Master-Level Technicians
■ Two-year/24,000 mile warranty on parts and labor
■ Conveniently located in North Scottsdale Airpark
■ Complimentary AC Performance Check included during summer months*
*Some restrictions apply.
GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY
If you are looking for a Golden way to promote your company or even yourself this entire sponsorship space is available to you with an AZPCA Gold Tier sponsorship. These 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.
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
If you are interested in advertising or just learning more about sponsorship,
Please contact the following;
Sponsorships and Advertising Manager, Andy Jorgensen email: sponsorship@az.pca.org
Gregg & Ali Bull Going Places Editors email: gpeditor@az.pca.org
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Beautiful scenery, fall colors, great roads, and lots of time to socialize with your PCA friends at the 4-Diamond Little America Hotel in Flagstaff. Plus, a day trip to the Grand Canyon!
This third annual overnighter to Flagstaff will take a different route than our previous trips, with a stop at the Creekside Lodge near Mayer for lunch, then on a scenic route toward Camp Verde and catching the winding curves on Hwy 260 up the Mogollon Rim. Fall colors should be abundant as we pass by Mormon Lake on our way to Flagstaff. Our two-night stay in the beautiful forest setting at the Little America Hotel is an experience in itself. On Thursday we will drive to the Grand Canyon, where we'll take a break from the spectacular views for lunch at the Arizona Steakhouse, overlooking the Canyon at Bright Angel Lodge.
Details, DAY 1
Lunch is planned at The Cellar at Creekside, featuring a menu specially selected for our group. The Creekside Lodge & Cabins is tucked away within the heart of Arizona, nestled up against seasonally running Big Bug Creek.
We will arrive at the Little America Hotel in the afternoon, and an impromptu happy hour is sure to happen!
DAY 2
We will meet on Thursday morning to drive to the Grand Canyon, where you will be free to visit the spectacular viewpoints and explore historic Grand Canyon Village. Lunch is planned at the Arizona Steakhouse at Bright Angel Lodge, overlooking the canyon.
After our day at the canyon, we will return to Flagstaff and you will be on your own for dinner. Some of us will plan to meet at Grimaldi's Pizzeria, a short drive from the Little America, or you can dine at the Silver Pine restaurant in the hotel, or go elsewhere to one of the very good options in Flagstaff.
DAY 3
On Friday after breakfast you will be on your own to explore other sites in and around Flagstaff before returning home, or you can plan a stay over the weekend to enjoy even more the area has to offer.
Some beautiful drives featuring fall colors, socializing with your PCA friends, special lunches, and the grandest of all canyons. A grand tour for sure!
When you register for this 3-day event on MotorsportReg, you will pre-pay for your lunches at the Creekside Lodge and at the Arizona Steakhouse at the Grand Canyon. You will make your own room reservation at the Little America Hotel. Our special rate is only $119/night + tax. Instructions will be provided in the confirmation messages you will receive when you complete registration on MotorsportReg.com.
For more details and to Register for this event CLICK HERE
Prescott Holiday Lights Drive
Sunday, December 8, 2024
To cap off our driving events for 2024, AZPCA is returning to Prescott to take in the spectacular holiday display at the Courthouse Square.
Known as “Arizona’s Christmas City,” Prescott celebrates with lights, music, and festive flair from November-January. Throughout the month of December, the Courthouse Square is aglow with a gorgeous display of lights that adorn more than 100 trees at the iconic courthouse and surrounding plaza.
The driving route follows “the Spars,” which we have taken many times on our way to Prescott. The twisting curves and beautiful scenery make for an ideal drive in our Porsches.
On arrival in Prescott we will gather for dinner at the Gurley Street Grill, where we will enjoy selections from a menu designed just for our group. After dinner the plaza will be lit up in a festive celebration of the holiday season. You can stroll the plaza, check out the surrounding shops, and maybe have a hot drink or two.
You are encouraged to stay overnight to enjoy Holiday Cheer with your PCA friends at the historic Hassayampa Inn. Rates are excellent on the night we will be in town.
SAVE THE DATE....PnP coming soon to Gertrude’s
Please join AZPCA at GERTRUDE’S @Desert Botanical Garden
WHEN: Saturday, January 18 2025 from 8:30am – 10:00am
huevos ranchero scramble (gf, vegan) |tostadas + smashed black beans + vegan “eggs” + ranchero sauce + green onion; served with breakfast potatoes
banana bread french toast | fresh baked banana bread; topped with fall-spice nuts + powdered sugar + maple syrup
b.l.t.e. (gf with upcharge) | applewood bacon + tortilla aioli + lettuce + tomato + wheat bread + sunny-up or scrambled egg; served with house-made tortilla chips
chef’s choice sandwich | served with house-made tortilla chips
sweet course
cookie and cream (gf) | sorbet or gelato + seasonal cookie
SEATING IS LIMITED TO 50 PEOPLE SO SIGN UP EARLY
Event Coordinator: Dennis Rood
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
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AZPCA Regional eNEWS
AZPCA REGION eNEWS
AZPCA Region publishes several emails each month to notify the members of the upcoming social and driving events and other pertinent Region business and activity information. These emails are known as eNews email blasts and will be identified by the PCA Banner as you see above.
It has come to the Region’s attention that several hundred members are not receiving the AZPCA Region’s eNews email blasts. This may be because the PCA National Office may not have your correct email address or there may be a technical problem with your email address. Or the member at one time elected to opt out of receiving the emails and would like to begin receiving them.
AZPCA Region would like to help the members in resolving this issue of you not receiving the eNews emails. If you are not receiving any of the emails that are labeled with the above banner, and prefer to receive them, please email the Region’s Communications Chair, Kenny Mitchell at kenmitchell-director@az.pca.org
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
World’s Greatest Classic Car Racing
Britain’s Goodwood Revival Weekend Experience
By Mike Ferring
Photos: Mike & Maryellen Ferring
I’m writing to tell you about one of the greatest car weekends you could ever experience. If you appreciate classic cars, the rave goes double: the greatest classic car racing in the world.
Consider the ingredients. Great cars, of course, all from the 50s and 60s. I counted five D Jags, for instance. Some eight C Jags, but I might have missed one or two. Three Ferrari 250 GTs in a herd of prancing horses. Ford GT40s. The royalty of the period, often with royal provenance, and always prepared beautifully.
Amazing, isn’t it? If you haven’t done so already, watch them go at it on YouTube.
My wife, Maryellen, is good for a little racing, but she comes for the atmosphere. It’s grown-up, dress-up time and most people play along, wearing clothes of the period. There are roving groups of players acting with wonderful brio and humor. A barbershop quartet or women playing mechanics or nurses or nuns (one very pregnant).
Given the millions these cars are worth, you’d expect they’d putter around on parade, but they drive them like Steve McQueen in Bullitt. Hard. Crashes are common. And they drive on period tires, so they’re in a constant drift, the drivers sawing on the wheels to try to keep them straight.
The drivers include some of the best in the world as well. The event attracts a glorious list. This year it included Dario Franchitti and brother Marino, Jimmy Johnson, 9-time Le Mans winner Tom Kristensen, five-time Le Mans winner Emanuele Pirro, Andy Wallace, Alex Brundle, Jochen Mass and on and on. Another name you’ll recognize: Adrian Newey, who’s a dedicated, skilled, and enthusiastic driver.
There are vintage clothes vendors if you forgot yours and beauty parlors trained in the 50s hairstyles. Military uniforms are common. When was the last time you saw men in suits and ties at a car race? They’re all over here.
It rained a lot this year, but that didn’t slow the party. They lined the fences with their umbrellas and filled the saloon tents with laughter.
This was our second Revival. The first we arranged ourselves. This time we decided to hook up with Steve Austin’s tour, which included a VIP suite with surprisingly excellent food, a convenient loo, and refuge from the rain.
Steve has been running these tours for decades and as a bonus he brings in a couple of famous drivers to reminisce about their days racing. This year, one
The Goodwood front straight after the rain.
Ducking raindrops in the motorcycle paddock.
night it was Richard Atwood and another Derek Bell. Richard and Hans Herrmann drove for Porsche’s first Le Mans victory in a 917 in 1970. Derek, of course, won Le Mans five times and is one of Porsche’s most accomplished drivers. He’s also a great raconteur. When I got home, I bought one of his books to get more stories.
Goodwood Circuit had gone silent since racing ended there in 1966 (though testing continued for a while) until the Duke of Richmond and Gordon decided to see if he could make classic car racing work in 1998. Boy, did it. Then he created the Goodwood Festival of Speed, which we’ve also attended, and both events are massive hits. And now there are loads of spinoffs, including Goodwood travel and insurance and oodles of merchandise items. Success has not spoiled the Revival, though. Not by a long shot.
Mike Ferring is AZPCA’s Webmaster.and when not chasing classic cars, drives a 718 GTS and Taycan 4S.
Some of the clever period costumes at the Revival.
Mike Ferring gets checked out by the team of “nurses.”
The driver of #5? One Adrian Newey.
No shortage of amazing cars.
A Porsche 550A at speed.
Driving Tour Review - Cottonwood Charity/Wine
Story by Todd Jones
Photos Courtesy Todd & Tammy Jones
Our First Drive with PCA Arizona: A Scenic Journey to Cottonwood
It was a warm morning in Fountain Hills, unusually hot for late September, and my wife, Tammy, and I are feeling a mix of excitement and nerves. We’re about to join our first drive with members of PCA Arizona, many of whom have been part of the club for years. We pulled up in our 2010 911 Cab ready to roll. Around us was a stunning lineup of 911s, Boxsters, and SUVs ranging from a classic 1972 air-cooled model to brand-new convertibles and coupes. Despite being new to the group, we’re already feeling the connection we all share.
Hitting the Road: Fountain Hills to Payson
We set off from Fountain Hills, and the excitement grew as the desert opened up ahead of us. The route took us along the Beeline Highway, with the desert’s rugged beauty stretching out under the warm sun. The 911s led the pack, their iconic silhouettes cutting through the heat, while we fell into a comfortable rhythm in the lead group. Saguaros stood tall against the rocky ridges, and the road offered smooth curves for showcasing our cars’ superior handling. The camaraderie was building as we snaked through traffic and kept in a tight formation. We could feel the adrenaline rush.
At our stop in Payson, we started conversations with fellow drivers, some veterans, others new like us. It felt great to be part of something that celebrates both the cars and the people behind the wheel.
Through Pine, Strawberry, and Camp Verde to Cottonwood
Leaving Payson, our Porsches sped along Highway 260 toward the quaint towns of Pine and Strawberry. This stretch of our drive was marked by the majestic pines, a sharp contrast to the desert landscape we left behind. As we passed through Pine and Strawberry and headed toward Camp Verde, the landscape began to shift again to expansive plateaus and red rocks in the distance. On the home stretch to Cottonwood, the town’s charming “Old Town” vibe was there to greet us.
Driving Tour Review - Cottonwood Charity/Wine
Cottonwood: Wine, Food, and Friendship
By the time we reached Cottonwood, we are fully immersed in the experience. We ate lunch together at the Red Rooster Café and received a special treat from Jeanne Baker. She brought German Springerle cookies in the shape of the Porsche crest – they were delicious! After lunch, we sampled wines at 3 local vineyards – Rubrix Wines, Four 8 Wineworks, and Merkin Vineyards. Each one offered unique wines with varietals not familiar to most of us.
It was part of the adventure to explore some wineries along the Verde Valley Wine Trail. The best part for us was the opportunity to bond with other drivers that afternoon. We traded our steering wheels for wine glasses, and the laughs flowed faster than the vino. We also had the opportunity to walk on historic Main Street, exploring the charming shops and chatting with locals. That evening, we had a choice of dining at Nic’s Italian Steak & Crab House or Merkin Vineyards Hilltop Winery & Trattoria, both local favorites Our group dined at Merkin, and it provided the perfect opportunity to relax and connect on a deeper level. The outdoor patio provided the perfect environment to laugh, share stories, mix in a little politics, and talk about our cars – the thing that brough this diverse group together.
The accommodations at the Tavern Hotel, a charming boutique inn, were spectacular. The modern, yet cozy ambiance and the well-appointed rooms were a perfect way to wind down and cap off a fantastic day.
Driving Tour Review -
Reflections on Our First Porsche Drive
As we headed home the next morning, we realized this journey was about so much more than the road. We came into this drive as newcomers, unsure of how we’d fit in, but we’re leaving with new friendships and unforgettable memories. Special thanks to Mark and Jeanne Baker for organizing such a fantastic event and making us feel so welcome and to the Buchwalters, Leals, Salters, Santoses, Ed Foss, Alan Smith, and Marsha Wallace for being such incredible company at dinner.
Our 2010 911 Cab felt like a true partner on the road, and we’re already looking forward to the next drive with this amazing group of people. Until next time …
Todd and Tammy Jones
Attack From Within (Sea of Red Series Book 2)
FROM THREE-TIME AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR JAMES BULTEMA –
The gripping follow-up to the best seller, Sea of Red
As the US eliminates top-tier terrorists in the heart of the Middle East, Iran plots retaliation, leveraging American Hezbollah operatives to unleash an insidious Attack from Within. Collaborating with a ruthless, narcotics-fueled Lebanese gang from Dearborn, Michigan, they brew a recipe for catastrophe.
On leave from the Navy, Sarah “Danger” Freeman and her boyfriend, Jessie Hampton, both carrier pilots, have finally decided to tie the knot until they find themselves in the middle of an international terrorist plot.
Retired Marine Gunnery Sergeant Harley Jennings, now a terrorist expert with the FBI, traded in his tank for a Ford. With his Lebanese partner, they lead the fight against those who threaten the US.
From terrorist camps in Iran to the streets of America to the halls of power in the Middle East and Washington, this suspenseful page-turner takes the fight against terrorism right to the heart of this nation. Check out the reviews…
Article - Casino Night Charity Gourmet Dinner
Story by Rita Sprenkle
Photos Courtesy Rita & George Sprenkle
On Wednesday, October 16, Rita and George Sprenkle hosted the Casino Night Charity Auction Gourmet Dinner for four which supported St. Vincent de Paul. The winners of the auction were Nancy and Jim Golba and they were joined by their guests, Mary and Alpio Barbara. The auction item included a choice of Beef Wellington or Pistachio-crusted Salmon. Nancy and Jim choose the Salmon entrée.
The weather was very cooperative; a warm, balmy night where we started with cocktails and hors d’oeurves on the back patio overlooking Tee #2 of Troon North Golf Club.
Cocktails included Veuve Clicquot Champagne, The Calling Russion River Chardonnay and still and sparkling water with Porsche Crest ice cubes.
Spicy Bourbon Pecans, Crab in Puff Pastry Shells and Prosciutto wrapped Hearts of Palm were served during the Cocktail hour.
Article - Casino Night Charity Gourmet Dinner
We moved inside for Radicchio Salad with Apple, Arugula, and Parmesan; followed by Pistachio Crusted Baked Salmon with Creamy Spinach Orzo with Tomatoes served with a 2020 Chateau Kirwan Margaux.
Since I am not a Baker, I asked Nancy what she would like for dessert that could be purchased. Nancy picked NothingBundt Mini-Cakes: Red Velvet, White Chocolate Raspberry, Pumpkin Spice and Lemon accompanied with ice cream and Italian Chocolates.
What the diners said.
“After learning of your cooking and entertaining experiences, I told Jim that we had to win the bid for the Gourmet Dinner at the Casino Night Charity Auction. We had a wonderful dinner and great evening. We Chose Well When We Bid On The Gourmet Dinner.” Nancy and Jim Golba
“Thank you so much for the lovely dinner and evening. We had an absolutely delightful time. The food and wine were superb and the conversation and friendship even better.” Mary and Alpio Barbara.
We want to thank Nancy and Jim very much for their generous donation to St. Vincent de Paul at the Casino Night Charity Auction. It was a super fun night and George and I are looking forward to offering a Gourmet Dinner again at the next charity auction.
BOOK REVIEWS FOR PORSCHEPHILES
BY BRUCE HERRINGTON, ORANGE COAST REGION
PORSCHE OUTLAWS Stuttgart Hot Rods
by Michael Alan Ross, published 2024 by Motorbooks, Beverly, MA
The most fascinating book to come along in years, in the opinion of this reviewer. Just as PCA says: “It's not the cars it's the people” that make this book so special. While cars are the vehicle [sorry], much of the discussion is about the people who design, fabricate or own the cars in question. The stories of the 'big' names - Rod Emory, Freeman Thomas, Rob Ida, John Oates, Jeff Zwart, and Magnus Walker - are outnumbered by those of the unknowns who turn out to be very active in the world of 'Porsche Outlaws'.
Under the dust cover the book has a photographic cover featuring the Hustwit-Kronberg new-made-to-look-old '87 911 recently featured in July '24 Pano. The end papers also feature things that are spectacular, but definitely not factory stock.
Beginning with a definition of outlaws as being cars built out of spare and available parts it is argued that the first Porsches were hot -rods constructed from VW parts, The second chapter, aptly entitled Blurred Lines, discusses the 550, the 904, 959 and '73 RS, etc., as outlaws. The remainder of the book, amazingly thorough and complete as it is, strikes this reviewer as being more about 'customs' than 'hot-rods'. The last chapter of PORSCHE OUTLAWS perhaps sums it up best by discussing outlaws as being production vehicles that have been personalized. Except for some vehicles in the Safari Cars chapter, all the outlaws are air cooled. Note that cars 'personalized' for racing are excluded.
Chapter 3, entitled The Original Outlaw, deals with Dean Jeffries' famous or infamous customization of a 356 Carrera Coupe. From there on, the book is organized by the people who have been involved with Porsche 'outlaws' including a whole chapter that talks more about R Gruppe than non-members (and probably some members) new there was to tell.
The last four chapters deal with The Builders, The Drivers, Safari Cars, and The Outlaw Future. That last chapter provides hope that the automotive hobby may persist even as society become less and less focused on mechanical devices and fossil fuels become less and less available.
Most Porschephiles are familiar with photo credits to Michael Alan Ross. That he can author a highly readable text to go with his own photographs is almost shocking, but very true. This is a fast-paced collection of fascinating anecdotes, making the subject people seem very real.
BOOK REVIEWS FOR PORSCHEPHILES
PORSCHE OUTLAWS is hardbound with 192 very well illustrated 9x11 heavyweight matte pages. A comprehensive 3-page, 3-column index is included. By the time you read this, it should be available for $55 from your favorite bookseller (ask for it), or from Quarto.com. It is an entertaining read about very dedicated Porsche enthusiasts and the cars they own and/or work on. Coffee table sized with an intriguing cover, once opened it will become a reader, not just a display piece. No Porschephile should be without a copy
Bruce Herrington got hooked on Porsches from an early ‘50s Road&Track featuring a 550 Spyder. In 1959 he managed to swap a ‘57 Beetle for a ‘51 356 split-windshield coupe. Since ‘63, when he acquired a ‘57 Speedster as a cheap toy to play with, he has had at least 2 Porsches in his stable. He has raced with VARA, was a Zone 8 Autocross Class Champion in the ‘90s but tends to spend as much time ‘wrenching’ as driving. For many years he was a member of Riverside Region, as Newsletter Editor, President and Timeline Coordinator. He is now a member of Orange Coast Region, but spends half of his time at his wife’s Grandparent’s house in Kansas. He started writing ‘Book Reviews for Porschephiles’ in 2008
Danielle’s Column - Through an Open Window
STORY BY DANIELLE BADLER
It’s so funny, isn’t it, how our Brit “cousins” are, as the saying goes, separated by a common language. And lane divider. I’ll never forget the first time I visited the UK. I was 24, and I went as soon as I had enough money. Coming out of the clouds, on final approach to Heathrow, I stared down at … my God, I saw, they really were driving on the other side of the road. I actually teared up.
The car enthusiasm, the events! Like the Goodwood Festival of Speed, and the Goodwood Reunion.
Let’s take the Reunion first. To me, it’s like a Brit car culture Halloween. At the Goodwood circuit. You know the routine? It’s open solely to cars built between 1948 and 1966. And everyone, I mean everyone, drivers and visitors alike, dresses in period costume.
Motor Trend chronicled this year’s Reunion recently. And I quote, “Among a sea of impossibly rare, inconceivably valuable machines driven at breakneck speeds, it was hard to pick favorites….”
But they tried. Adrian Newey’s Ford GT40. With a “shattered foglight cover (and) destroyed paint on the nose.” Can you imagine, at the Monterey Historics? Or on the fairway at Pebble Beach?
A “Team Ikuzawa” Porsche 904. Driven by former F1 pilot Emanuele Piro and his son Goffredo.
And, let’s talk about hands across the water, a 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Lightweight, driven by racer Roman Dumas, “so huge it looked like a flying aircraft carrier compared to the tiny Minis that dotted the track around it.”
I’ve watched endless in-car videos of the event on-line, too. Damon Hill manhandling a real, live Ferrari 250 GTO. Sawing at the wheel. Upshifting, downshifting, dicing with a race Cobra. Hey, that’s a $50 to $70 million piece of art he’s hustling around. It’s crazy. And crazy good. Like watching Picasso paint, during his “blue” period, or Gauguin painting in Tahiti.
Part of what gets me is the soundtrack. I mean, we’ve all seen photos of these machines. But how many of us have heard them come off the page, heard what the Italians call “the wail of the banshee?”
Danielle’s Column - Through an Open Window
That’s one reason why I like the Festival of Speed just as much. Here, the machines run up the “driveway” to Lord March’s manor, Goodwood House.
And there’s no particular time frame for the participants. Which means the wow factor is stuck on the rev limiter. Prewar Auto Union and Mercedes Grand Prix cars. Who knew what they actually sound like? Who’s actually even seen one? Even in a museum?
Same for a Jaguar D-Type, an original Ferrari Testarossa. And so on. At events like this, they actually run them, in anger. And, for the price of admission, you can witness the sight.
I love it. I love the passion. I remember seeing a brand-new McLaren F1, resplendent in a showroom window facing Hyde Park. It sat there a long time. Someone told me the story of Larry Ellison buying an F1, going to the factory, getting fitted for his new ride … and he never came back to pick it up. They were incredulous, the Brits.
Once the Brits I was working with found out how much of a car wingnut I was. They offered to take me to the Brooklands Motor Course. Of course, I jumped at the opportunity. Just outside of London, I found it to be a timeworn, shopworn time capsule. From 1908. Wrap your mind around that. And the banking was still there, or at least most of it was, except for the part that was torn down during World War II, in order to create an airplane runway, down the middle.
Now, name a dowdy, over-the-hill race track in the U.S. that’s still standing, where, if the wind is right, you can still hear the ghosts of Blower Bentleys and SS100 Jaguars and Frazer-Nashes and MG Magnettes. Give up? Yeah, me too.
That’s a key difference between the Brits and us. They’re still at it. With reverence. Do they feel the sands of time? What sands of time?
And that’s why I need to go back on an historic car-culture adventure, soon. Anyone with me?
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.
Kimberly’s Korner - Facts, Figures and Fallacies
BY Kimberly Amadeo, Arizona Region
Fall Colors Tour: Do You Know These 10 Facts About the Grand Canyon?
On November 13, the Porsche Club is sponsoring the Fall Colors Tour to Flagstaff and the Grand Canyon. (To sign up, see https://az.pca.org/event/fall-colors-tour-2/) In support of that tour, here are 10 facts about this national park. (Source unless otherwise noted: Grand Canyon: The Complete Guide. James Kaiser. 2020 Destination Press.)
Did you know that the Grand Canyon is one of the seven wonders of the Natural World! (What are the other six? Answers at the end.)
1. What Makes the Grand Canyon So…Grand?
The Grand Canyon is one mile deep, 10 miles wide, and 277 miles long. It doesn’t get much grander than that.
2. How Was the Grand Canyon Formed?
The mighty Colorado River cut through the 130,000 square miles of the Colorado Plateau over the past six million years. The river picks up sand, gravel, and clay which acts as a knife cutting through the 25-mile thick rock. At the same time, the Plateau itself rose one mile higher. This combined action created the deep chasm of the Canyon.
The Canyon’s width was formed by erosion. As rainwater fell on the Plateau, it washed into the Canyon, taking the soft sediment with it. Curiously, the North Rim receives more rainwater, and has eroded 10 times more quickly than the South Rim.
3.Who First Saw the Grand Canyon?
Humans first saw the Grand Canyon 12,000 years ago, as revealed by the spear points they left behind. They mysteriously disappeared, followed by the Anasazi from 1500 BC to 1250 AD, who also disappeared. They were followed by the Hopi, Havasupai, Hualaipi, Southern Paiute, and the Navajo.
The first European to see the Grand Canyon was Garcia Lopez de Cardenas. He led a search party commandeered by the Spanish Conquistador Hernan Cortes, searching for the famous Cities of Gold.
4. Who Named the Colorado River?
In 1776, Franciscan missionary Francisco Tomas Garcés was the first to call the Grand Canyon's great river the Rio Colorado. "Colorado" is the Spanish word for "colored red," resulting from the red sediment that flowed in the river. (Source: Mojave Desert.net, “Fr. Francisco Garces.”)
5. What Is the Most Popular Trail into the Canyon?
The Bright Angel Trail is the easiest and, therefore, most popular. It starts near the Grand Canyon Villages. You can hike to rest stops at 1.5 miles, 3 miles, halfway at Indian Gardens, or all the way down to Phantom Ranch. It’s easy to hike down, but hiking back out is six times as hard (in my personal opinion), since it is all steep uphill. You cannot take the mules out. The helicopter will only bring you out if you are deathly ill. And it will cost you.
6. What Should I Bring If I Plan to Hike into the Canyon?
You must bring plenty of water. It may or may not be available on the trail, despite what the signs say. Wear good hiking boots, a hat, and a shirt. There is no shade on the trail. The further down you hike, the hotter it gets. Bring snacks to fuel your body. Plan on 2-4 hours for the 1.5-mile hike, double that for the 3-mile hike, and 9 hours for the Indian Garden hike. It is not recommended to hike to the bottom and out in one day.
Kimberly’s Korner - Facts, Figures and Fallacies
7. What Is the Nicest Place to Eat at the Grand Canyon?
Do not miss having dinner at the Arizona Steakhouse at the Bright Angel Lodge. The sunsets are amazing. The Steakhouse itself is very open, rustic, yet luxurious. It is recommended to make your reservations in advance, as there is rarely availability for walk-ins. Fortunately, the PCA Tour has already made luncheon reservations. If you want to stay for dinner and spend the night, there is still availability at the many lodges at the Canyon as of mid-October. Check https://www.grandcanyonlodges.com/ for updates and rates.
8. Why Is There a Tower?
The Desert View Watchtower was built in 1932 by architect Mary Colter. It has breathtaking, 360-degree views of the Canyon. It also displays Native American art commemorating the region’s tribes.
Mary Coulter also designed Phantom Ranch. She incorporated local, uncut stone in her design and scattered the guest cabins unevenly to give the area a relaxed feel.
9. Can You Drive into the Canyon?
There is no road to drive into the Grand Canyon. That didn’t stop Mr. L. Wing, who drove a Metz 22 Speedster into the Canyon in 1914. He drove down Peach Springs Gorge and Diamond Creek to the Colorado River. It took two day, down and back, and was 42 miles. In some places the grade was 25% - 30%. It climbed boulders from 18 inches to 36 inches. At times the front wheels were turned 30 degrees in one direction, while the rear wheels were turned 30 degrees in the opposite direction. (Source: Grand Canyon National Park, “Through the Grand Canyon in 1914.”)
10. Seven Wonders of the Natural World (Source; 7Wonders.org):
1. The Grand Canyon, Arizona
2. Victoria Falls, Zambezi River between Zambia and Zimbabwe
3. Aurora Borealis, Northern Hemisphere
4. Harbor of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
5. Mount Everest, Nepal
6. Paricutin Volcano, Michoacan, Mexico
7. Great Barrier Reef, Australia
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.”
AZPCA AUTOCROSS SEASON - 2024
The tentative autocross dates for the 2024 AZPCA Region Autocross Season They are normally held on Saturday at AMP as follows:
• November 9, 2024, Saturday - AZ Motorsport Park Skidpad
• November 11, 2024, Saturday - AZ Motorsport Park Road Course
• December 21, 2024, Saturday - AZ Motorsport Park Skidpad
About Autocross events:
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
Saturday, January 4, 2025 Podium Club at Attesa
Arizona Motorsports Park – 15402 W. Camelback Rd, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Inde Motorsports Ranch – 9301 W. Airport Rd, Willcox, AZ 85643
Podium Club at Attesa – 6870 S Bianco Rd, Casa Grande, AZ 85193
Spring Mountain Motor Resort – 4767 S Highway 160, Pahrump, NV 89048
McIlvain Talks Tech with Scott M - Help Us Help You
This month’s technical article is going to be a little different this month. We are going to talk about what you can do to make a trip to the repair shop smoother and less headaches for you and your repair shop. Accurate information given to the repair shop on the issue you are having will make the whole prosses smoother and most likely faster repair of your vehicle. Even the most uneducated car owner can give useful information that will help diagnosis an issue. Below we will go through some different examples to help illustrate what you repair shop would want to know.
One of the biggest issues I hear about is fluids on the driveway/garage floor.
All Porsches have different fluids that could leak and knowing the difference between them is an important set to figuring out the leak. For cars with coolant a wet leak will look either a bit orange, pink or even green. Coolant when dry will be white with a shade of pink, quite easy to see. Porsche with AC will also “leak” water that has condensed, it will be cold and see through. You can always take a very small tase of the water, if it is bitter then it is coolant. Power steering fluid is a green brown and engine oil can be many different colors. The location of the leak is just as important as what fluid is leaking. I have had customers in the past draw simple outline of their car looking down and then mark where they think the leak is coming from. This really helps to have an idea what is going on with the car. Also, the amount of fluid that is leaking is important. It doesn’t take much fluid at all to make a puddle, just a few ounces of oil will make a huge puddle that may make the problem look worse than it is.
Drivability and check engine lights are much easier to diagnose with good information for the owner. Does the car only start poorly when the car is hot? Does the shaking of the car while driving only happen at a given speed? Is the check engine light all the time or is it flashing? Do you have a hard time fueling the car? Does the battery died and need to be jumped to get the car started? Does the car only make noise when turning left? The more detail you can provide your shop the better they will be at finding the problem. Quick refresher on check engine lights. If the light is flashing that means, there is active damage happing to the car while driving. You want to get to a safe place asap and turn the engine off. If the light is on and steady you can continue to drive but should have it checked asap. The code I see most is for loose gas cap so if you just got gas and the light turned on check the gas cap first. The newer cars are exceptionally good at letting you know if there is an issue, follow the messages.
McIlvain Talks Tech with Scott M - Help Us Help You
AC and heater issues are another problem that good information will help. Other than saying “my ac doesn’t work”, give info like the air doesn’t come out the vents or the air that does is hot. Two different issues so just that little bit of information makes a big difference.
Here are a few examples of bad information that I have gotten in the last few weeks.
“My oil pressure light is on at idle, I need a new oil pressure sender”. So the customer wanted to wait for the repair so we were ready for him. When the 996 pulled up I could instantly tell that the car wasn’t running on all the cylinders and that there was a major internal engine issue. If I had gotten more information, I would have recommended that he didn’t drive the car and had it towed in. Driving on 5 cylinders caused more damage.
“My car won’t start”. Does the engine turn over? Is it a long crank to get it started? Does it only happen certain situations? Does the key get stuck in the dash? Are there any flashing on the screen or warning lights? Again, the more info the better.
One last issue that happened just last week, I got to work at my usual time of 5:45am when it is dark. Unknown to me a customer was waiting for me to see his car, all I heard was “Scott” as he stepped out of the shadows. Don’t scare your technicians, they are people too.
Who is Scott McIlvain
The current Mcilvain Motors was founded by Scott Mcilvain, great grandson of E.H “Mac” Mcilvain. Scott was hooked on the family business and performance cars at a very early age. He left Prescott and attended Arizona State University where he earned a degree in business. It was while Scott was an account manager at a top 25 marketing agency that he fell in love with his first PORSCHE, a 1979 930. Fast forward to today and Scott now runs Mcilvain Motors, located in Tempe, Arizona and one of the leading independent and affordable late model PORSCHE service specialists.
Stuttgart Market Letter
Written by David K. Whitlock
After a stellar August, the Porsche market hit a rough patch in September, with only 63% of the 651 Porsches offered finding buyers, totaling $29,632,420. This 63% sell-through rate is the lowest since I began tracking the market in 2022, with some days dipping into the 30% range.
However, not all models followed this trend. Several cars exceeded recent averages, and a few even set new twelve-month highs. Notably, a 53,000-mile 1988 911 Carrera Targa M491 fetched a final bid of $170,000. This Black -onBlack Turbo-body Targa last sold in August 2022 for $92,500 quite a return for just two years of ownership.
Short-wheelbase 912s have seen a resurgence over the past few months, jumping from an average of $34,000 in April to nearly $52,000 today. That’s impressive, but pales in comparison to the $72,000 an Ivory White 1968 912 Coupe brought in after being bought as a project just a few years ago.
In the modern market, 992 GT3s struggled, with most selling well below the $233,000 average. A 4,100-mile example set a new low, hammering at $212,000. While no manual winged cars sold this month, several 6-speed Tourings crossed the block, and these proved to be highly spec-dependent. A PTS car in China Grey with 2,300 miles brought $327,000, while another PTS in Superior Red, with fewer miles, sold for just $260,000.
993 Turbos also softened, with every example falling below the $274,000 average we had going into September. The best deal came from a Polar Silver over Black 1996 911 Turbo with 28,000 miles. Despite questions around the mileage, the car presented well and sold for a final bid of $198,000 far below average.
The weakest-performing model line, however, was the 356 market. Of the 19 cars on offer, only 26% found buyers. Those that did sell were offered at softer prices, with some great deals to be had. A 1960 356A Super 90 Roadster, for example, went for $169,000. The car lacked its original engine but had recently undergone restoration. Even without the numbers-matching engine, this price was an absolute steal.
Stuttgart Market Letter
October has so far mirrored September’s trends, but several big auctions, including Bonhams’ Audrain Concours sale and Broad Arrow’s Chattanooga Auction, are still on the horizon. We’ll see if these events can help turn the tide as August’s did. Until then, we wait.
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
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 October 2024: Mike & Maryellen Ferring
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 October 2024: Todd & Tammy Jones
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.
*2024 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.
https://www.pcawebstore.org/regions/AZ
Click on the link above to be directed to our ARIZONA page on the National website. Login at the upper right, then feel free to explore our page as well as the many National PCA Goodie Store items. When you are ready to check out, you’ll have several shipping options available to choose from, and everything is shipped directly to the address you provide.
**Name badges are still sourced locally**
Go to https://az.pca.org/merchandise/more-merch/badge-order-form/ to order your Badge
Questions?
Contact Jennifer Harrenstein, AZ Region Merchandise Chair notethepossibility@gmail.com
This month’s FEATURE:
This is for those cool AZ nights in the Fall Hanes Men’s Beefy-T $45.99 For more information, please go to the PCA National Website Or CLICK HERE
By Jan Mackulak, Social Media Chair
Email:
socialmedia@az.pca.org
PLEASE WELCOME Angela Manente
Membership Chair
NEW Members for November 2024 Going Places
Samuel Bai
Fountain Hills, Arizona 1986 944 Turbo
Joshua Bardell
Phoenix, Arizona
2016 Cayman GTS
Andrew J Bishop
Glendale, Arizona 2018 911 Turbo
David A. Bretz
Scottsdale, Arizona 2024 911 Carrera Cabriolet
Lawrence Chapman
Phoenix, Arizona 2006 Cayman S
Anthony N. Coppola
Glendale, Arizona 2023 911 Targa 4S
Josh Danke & Kimberly Chacon
Phoenix, Arizona 1989 911 Carrera Cabriolet
Christina Felicione O'Brien
Carefree, Arizona 2024 911 Carrera S
Louis H. Hagler
Cave Creek, Arizona 2024 911 Carrera T
Judith Hensel & Juanita Welsh
Phoenix, Arizona 2020 Macan S
Michael E. & Gina Hurley
Buckeye, Arizona 2004 Boxster S Special Edition
Troy Kraft
Scottsdale, Arizona 1983 944
Jack C. Marvin
Scottsdale, Arizona
2012 911 Carrera S Cabriolet
Christopher Nelson
Rio Verde, Arizona
2018 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet
Colin Pickel
Scottsdale, Arizona 2021 911 Carrera
Jim Pulver & Jai Kim-Pulver
Phoenix, Arizona 2025 Macan S
Lenny Rosenberg & Katrina
Naasz
Phoenix, Arizona 2023 Cayenne Platinum Edition
Sharyl Sheppard
2015 911 Turbo S
Scottsdale, Arizona
Karen L. Washington
Phoenix, Arizona
2023 Panamera
Transfers:
Marc & Veronica Boen
From: Big Sky Polson, Montana
1964 356
Robert Bruce
From: Longhorn
Mesa, Arizona
2002 911 Carrera
Murray Hunter & Erminja Maganja
From: Sacramento Valley Peoria, Arizona
2024 Cayenne Coupe
Paul Ledoux
From: Northeast Buckeye, Arizona
Dan T. Palmquist
From: Orange Coast Gilbert, Arizona
1997 911 Carrera 718 Spyder Beige
Scott Reynolds
From: Coastal Empire Yuma, Arizona
2018 911 Carrera GTS Cabriolet
Bruce Van Kooten
From: Great Plains
Goodyear, Arizona
2021 718 Boxster GTS 4.0
HAPPY PCA ANNIVERSARY !
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EXECUTIVE APPOINTMENTS
AUTOCROSS
Rick Althouse
Kim Kemper autocross@az.pca.org
CHIEF CONCOURS JUDGE
Andy Cole concours@az.pca.org
CHIEF DRIVING INSTRUCTOR
John Dowling CDI@az.pca.org
COMPETITION/ DRIVER EDUCATION
Dan Bouet drivereducation@az.pca.org
DRIVING TOUR CHAIR
Rook Younger drivingtours@az.pca.org
ASSISTANT DRIVING TOUR CHAIR
Jim Bultema drivingtours@az.pca.org
EQUIPMENT CHAIR
Travis Sutton
EVENT REGISTRAR
Bill Stubbs
EVENT REGISTRAR ASSISTANT
Rook Younger drivingtours@az.pca.org
GOODIE STORE
Jennifer Harrenstein notethepossibility@gmail.com
HISTORIAN
Loretta Aman jlaman914@cox.net
MEMBERSHIP
Angela Manente membership@az.pca.org
MEMBERSHIP MEETING CHAIR
Jim and Carole Bultema monthlymeetings@az.pca.org
ASSISTANT MEMEBERSHIP MEETING CHAIR
Andy Jorgensen monthlymeetings@az.pca.org
NAME BADGES
Jennifer Harrenstein notethepossibility@gmail.com
NEWSLETTER EDITORS
Gregg & Ali Bull gpeditor@az.pca.org
ASSISTANT NEWSLETTER EDITOR
Angela Manente gpeditor@az.pca.org
PANORAMA LIAISON
Larry Grimes panorama@az.pca.org
PORSCHES & PANCAKES COCHAIR
Dennis Rood dmrood1@comcast.net
PORSCHES & PANCAKES CO-CHAIR
Frank Grimmelmann fgrimmelmann@ mindspring.com
SAFETY CHAIR
David Derr safety@az.pca.org
ASSISTANT SAFETY CHAIR
Ealing Jahn
SOCIAL COMMITTEE CHAIR
Deb Rettew socialchair@az.pca.org
ASSISTANT SOCIAL COMMITTEE CHAIR
Open Position socialchair@az.pca.org
SOCIAL MEDIA
Jan Mackulak socialmedia@az.pca.org
SPONSORSHIP & ADVERTISING
Andy Jorgensen sponsorship@az.pca.org
TECHNICAL CHAIR
Scott Mcilvain CDI@az.pca.org
WEBMASTER
Mike Ferring webmaster@az.pca.org
WEBMASTER ASSISTANT
Gregg Bookspan webmaster@az.pca.org
REPRESENTATIVE
Lori DeCristo California Inland Region zonerep@zone8.org
TREASURER
Linda Cobarrubias treasurer@zone8.org
TIME TRIAL & DE
Russell Shon de.tt@zone8.org
CHIEF DRIVING INSTRUCTOR
Scott Mann cdi@zone8.org
CLUB RACE ADVISOR
Skip Carter
WEBMASTER
Tom Brown webmaster@zone8.org
RULES COORDINATOR
Tom Brown rules@zone8.org
SECRETARY
Monica Asbury secretary@zone8.org
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Dick Douglass
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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!
2024-2025 AZPCA REGION AUTOCROSS SEASON EVENT #1
The 2024-2025 Arizona Region Autocross Season finally got underway after an extremely long and hot summer season. The cooler fall temperatures are starting to roll-in, and the Region members were anxious to start competing for the top time of day, unfortunately the heat decided to stay on for this event.
To start off the new season, the Driver’s Safety Meeting began with a couple of very important announcements. The first announcement was that the Arizona Motorsports Park (AMP) owner elected to put the facility/property up for sale with an expected sale date to be in May 2025.
The second announcement was the Arizona Region Autocross Co-Chairs, Kim Kemper and Rick Althouse, have elected to retire as Autocross Co-Chairs, after chairing a successful Autocross program for well over a decade. Both Kim and Rick perfected the Region’s Autocross program into a premier program with their own format style that other Regions can only envy for their own Region Autocross program. It was not unusual for Porsche Club of America (PCA) members from other Regions and Zones to attend the Arizona Region events throughout the decade, not only to experience the unique event format, but also for the camaraderie.
Please Note: The Region will be recruiting members to continue-on as the Autocross Chair of one of the most organized Autocross Programs in the PCA organization, and second to none, as compared to other non-PCA Clubs Autocross programs. If you are interested in chairing the Autocross Program, please do not hesitate to step up and contact either Kim or Rick, or one of the Region’s Board of Directors.
The course for this event was designed with a counterclockwise direction and contained various gates and two multi-cone longitudinal slalom cone walls. Both the morning and afternoon sessions consisted of three consecutive laps each. The flowing and low-maintenance course design mostly kept the course workers observing rather than chasing after the cone carnage throughout the event, and there were only a few Off-Course Deviations, a.k.a. DNFs (Did Not Finish).
The four top Group P (Porsche Cars) drivers were Eric S., in his 2007 997 Outlaw; Kim K., in his 2016 GT3RS; and Brian M., also in a 2016 GT3RS; and Kathi V. in her 2021 GT4. Eric’s best lap was on his second lap in the morning session with 38.756 second run. Kim was chasing Eric’s best time and had to settle with a 39.496 second run, and Brian came in at a few tenths behind Kim with a run of 40.013 seconds. Brian was only 13 thousandths of a second from breaking into the 39 second bracket. And Kathi V. was catching Brian with a 40.276 second run she drove on her first lap in the morning session.
In Group X, which consists of PCA Members driving non-Porsche cars, there were four drivers competing for the Group X bragging rights. Although, these members were driving disparate vehicles that essentially would never be classed in the same competition category because of the difference in the horsepower to weight ratio, and handling characteristics, the times are for only to note for fun, and the times do not reflect their true competition driving ability.
The top Group X driver was Ealing J., with his best time of 39.286 seconds, from his third lap in the morning session. Following Ealing was Mathias A., with 40.737 seconds he achieved from his second afternoon session lap run; Steve A., was third best and he drove a 41.941 second run on his second afternoon session lap run; and Marc C., rounded out the Group X drivers with a 44.613 second run he ran on his first afternoon session lap run.
AZPCA AutoX - Look Who’s Back.......
This event did not have too many cones displaced, but we do have to mention the event top “Cone Nihilators” and there were three Group P Drivers with a cumulative total of three cones each. The honors go to Bruce B., driving his 2024 Cayman GTS, and he had one cone on his third lap in the morning session and two cones on his third lap in the afternoon session; Rick A., driving his 1994 968, had one cone on his second lap in the morning session and two cones on his second lap in the afternoon session; and Kathi V., driving her 2021 GT4, had one cone each on her second lap in the morning session, one on her first lap and her third lap in the afternoon session.
There are two exciting events coming up in November that you should not miss for any reason. The first event is the regular Arizona Region Autocross Season Event on the AMP skip-pad on Saturday, November 9, 2024. You can register for that event by clicking on NOV 9 REGISTER HERE.
On Monday, November 11, 2024, Veterans Day Holiday, there will be an autocross event on the AMP Road Racetrack. The course will be designed with multiple single laps runs in both the morning and afternoon sessions and will incorporate autocross safety elements to ensure that the course speeds will be conducted well within the PCA Autocross Course Design Safety Guidelines for all vehicles and drivers. You can register for this event by clicking on NOV 11 TRACK REGISTER HERE.
If you are interested in being part of the autocross excitement and you are not quite sure that you would like to drive your car on an autocross course, you can always volunteer as an event worker. This will allow you to be up-close to all the excitement and be part of the action in a safe environment.
Also, there is the “Taste of Autocross” program whereas, your Driver registers you for the event, pay a small registration fee of $10.00, and you will be allowed to ride as a passenger with an experienced driver or instructor and work an actual course corner workstation with an experienced course worker. This program does have a few requirements. You must be at least 18 years old, electronically sign the Speedwaiver, sign the AMP Facility paper waiver (on-site), and as a passenger while on course, wear a helmet. Some loaner helmets are available.
However, PCA registered Junior Participation Program Members, that are 16 & 17 Years Old, are the exception to the age of 18 years old limit rule and are most welcome and allowed to participate as an event entrant, if they are in possession of a valid Driver’s License and their PCA Junior’s Identification Badge. Autocrossing is an excellent opportunity for the Juniors to learn car control and vehicle dynamics in a safe and controlled environment to safely react to hazardous situations on the street.
If you have any questions about the Arizona Region Autocross Program, the Volunteer and “Taste of Autocross” programs, please do not hesitate to contact the Autocross Chairs Kim or Rick at autocross@az.pca.org
Hope to see you at the next event.
AZPCA AutoX - Autocross Season Event #1
AZPCA AutoX - Autocross Season Event #1
AZPCA A-X, OCTOBER 12, 2024
Eric S 2007 Porsche 997 Outlaw
Kim K 2016 Porsche GT3 RS
Brian M 2016 Porsche GT3 RS
Kathi V 2021 Porsche Cayman GT4
Scott O 2004 Porsche Boxster S
Eric T 2014 Porsche Cayman S
Bruce B 2024 Porsche Cayman GTS
James H 2015 Porsche Cayman GTS
Dave M 2014 Porsche Cayman S
Farzam M 2023 Porsche Boxster GTS
David N Porsche 911 Turbo S
Garry J 2008 Porsche 911 C4S
Brad K 2004 Porsche Boxster S
Rick A 1994 Porsche 968
Arena M 2023 Porsche Boxster GTS
James N 2020 Porsche Cayman GT4
Chris M 2019 Porsche 911
Dennis R 2014 Porsche Boxster
Brad L 2016 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Ealing J 2015 Factory Five GTM
Aaron S 2019 Mazda Miata
Jeff W 2006 Honda S2000
Travis M 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
Mathias A 2022 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing
Brent M 1990 Mazda Miata
Dawson H 1990 Mazda Miata
Mike T 2017 Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport
Jim E 2019 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Steve A 2016 Scion FRS
Rob M 2007 Pontiac Solstice
Jason S 2003 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Andrew T 2013 Subaru BRZ
Steven D Tesla 3 Performance
Chuck N 1990 Mazda Miata
Victor T 2023 Maxda Miata
Marc C 2016 Scion FRS
David E 1990 Chevrolet Corvette
David M 1990 Mazda Miata
Lynn A 2016 Scion FRS
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
Join PCA and your fellow enthusiasts for great music, delicious food, and cool modified cars!
Sunday, November 17, 2024 – 10 AM - 2 PM (PT) Eibach
264 Mariah Circle Corona, CA 92879
Registration opens Wednesday, 9/4/24, at 3:00 PM ET Reserved Parking for Modified Porsches Only and must have a minimum of 3 visible modifications. Corral Parking available for non-show Porsches only
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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
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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
Porsche market
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 Porsche Club of America features news, videos, and information about the current market for used Porsches in the monthly Mart Fresh News email newsletter.
The Mart is one of the most visited parts of PCA.org, recording over 650,000 page views per month. In addition to your online Mart ad, you get a summary version of your ad in Porsche Panorama.
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.
It’s a free benefit of membership — there is no charge to place an ad in The Mart!
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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.
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.
