Chesapeake Region
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Volume 59, Issue 666
Rennsport
November 2018
Treffen @ Banff Tour & Rally
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Events Calendar Month November
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Driving Tour Chesapeake Challenge #49 Social Board Meeting Tech Session Kindertime Toy Drive & Linda’s Legacy
Horse Country Fall Colors Tour MD Yacht Club Collectors Car Corral Porsche of Annapolis Porsche of Towson
Member Support Do you know a Porsche Club member that could use a little sunshine? Please let us know. The Club has established a new Sunshine position. If you know a Club member who is ill, has a hospital stay, a family member has passed, or is facing some difficult or challenging times, we would like send a card to let them know the Club is thinking about them. Please contact Doug Ehmann at Sunshine@pcachs.org. Thanks!
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2018 Tour & Rally Schedule Join PCA Chesapeake’s Last Rally & Final Tours The Chesapeake Region’s Tour & Rally Committee had more than 20 events altogether on the calendar as 2018 unfolded. Weather-related cancellations and postponements have pared down our actual and final total to 15. Dates and events are customarily subject to change. Registration for most events open at least a week before their scheduled dates. Log on to your account at www.clubregistration.net and click “Search for Events”, then “Find Event.” Event nos. 4, 7 & 11, indicated in bold, were spearheaded by guest tour and rally masters. Event nos. 13, 14 and 15 are all that remain. (10/28/2018) March 17 (1) Tour & Rally School and Driving Tour, Collectors Car Corral, Baltimore County April 21 (2) Porsche Swap Meet Tour, from New Freedom to Hershey, PA May 12 (3) Garage Crawl in Baltimore County, jointly with Tech Committee May 26 (4) Memorial Day Weekend Gimmick Rally in Howard County, with Jim Kinnear June 1 – 3 (5) West Virginia Grand Tour 2018, from Owings Mills to WV June 9 (6) Tour to Celebrate Porsche’s 70 Years, jointly with Tech Comm. and Porsche of Towson July 14 (7) Ice Cream Tour in Baltimore County, with Steve Graham Aug. 12 (8) Keystone State Summer Tour, in Baltimore County and Pennsylvania’s York County Aug. 26 (9) Catoctin Mountain Summer Tour, in Baltimore, Carroll and Frederick Counties Sept. 29 (10) Oktoberfest Trifecta: Tour, Car Show & Lunch, jointly with Social and Concours comm. Oct. 7 (11) Eastern Shore Tour to Hoopers Island, with Tom Divilio (Oct. 6 tour canceled) Oct. 20 (12) Driving Tour to “356 Registry Concours” in Ocean City, NJ, from Hunt Valley Nov. 4 (13) Horse Country Fall Colors Tour through Baltimore, Carroll and Howard Counties (00) Three-County Fall Colors Tour replaced by rescheduled Horse Country Fall Colors Tour Nov. 10 (14) Rescheduled: Chesapeake Challenge 49 Gimmick Rally, in Anne Arundel County (00) Postponed: TSD Rally School for Checkpoint Crew, with Bob Rassa (March 2019) (00) Postponed: TSD Rally School for Competitors, with Bob Rassa (March 2019) (00) Postponed: TSD Rally in Baltimore County, with Bob Rassa (March 2019) Dec. 9 (15) “Kindertime Toy Drive & Linda’s Legacy” Driving Tour, Baltimore County, jointly with other committees Details about upcoming events are available at www.pcachs.org, in the Chesapeake Region’s Patter newsletter and at www.clubregistration.net. They are also disseminated regionwide via eBlast. To join our registry and receive notifications about our events, please send your request to tour@pcachs.org.
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Inside This Month! The Porsche Patter is the official newsletter of the Chesapeake Region of the Porsche Club of America. Contributions to the Porsche Patter should be sent to the Editor at least one week preceding the month of publication in Microsoft Word format via email to editor@pcachs.org.
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Club Information Events Calendar ............................ Editor Tour and Rally Schedule.. ...... Aniano Arao PCA CHS Board ............................. Editor Membership & Anniversaries ... Minta Miller
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Monthly Features President’s Message .......... Michael Murphy
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Ron’s Ramblings ........................ Ron Farb
Co-Editors: Al Saxon, Ron Farb Contributing Photographers: Lynda Sobus, Damon Lowney, Aniano Arao, Al Saxon, Bob Zach, Eric Tipton, Susan Nicola Contributing Writers: Bob Rassa, Aniano Arao, Steve Graham, Terrell Williams, Ron Farb, Al Saxon, Brad Martinez
Porsche in the News ....................... Editor
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History Channel PCA-Style ........ Bob Rassa 19
Guest Articles Every 911 Variant .. ....................... Editor Bring Back the 912 .. ............... Jim Hemig
Rennsport Reunion VI .. ..... Steve Graham Banff or Bust! .. ..... Patrick & Susan Nicola 28
Upcoming Events Horse Country Colors Tour .. .. Aniano Arao CC49 .. ................................ Minta Miller Tech Session ..................... Randy Richter
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Past Events Hoopers Island Tour ............. Aniano Arao New Member Party .. ........ Damon Lowney
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Market For Sale ....................................... Editor Name & Car Badges ....................... Editor PCACHS Jacket .............................. Editor
PCA License Plates .... Bruce & Laurie Tarsia 42
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PCA-CHS is... The Chesapeake Region of the Porsche Club of America (PCACHS) serves it’s club members and hosts activities within the Baltimore, Annapolis and surrounding geographic area, including Maryland’s Eastern Shore. The general objectives of PCACHS are, as indicated in the by-laws: • •
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Promote the highest standards of courtesy and safety on the roads. Promote the enjoyment and sharing of goodwill and fellowship engendered by owning a Porsche vehicle and engaging in such social or other events as may be agreeable to the membership. Promote the maintenance of the highest standards of operation and performance of the marquee by sharing and exchanging technical and mechanical information. Establish and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with Porsche AG, Porsche Cars North America (PCNA), Porsche dealers, and other independent service sources to the end that the marque shall prosper and continue to enjoy its unique leadership and position in sports car annals. Promote the interchange of ideas and suggestions with other PCA Regions throughout North America and the world, and in such cooperation as may be desirable. Establish such mutually cooperative relationships with other car clubs as may be desirable. Establish a community service initiative with the goal of engaging members to participate in activities that benefit the community through fundraising or volunteering of time. The Porsche Patter is published monthly. Articles from members are welcomed and encouraged and should be sent electronically in Microsoft Word format to editor@pcachs.org at least 1 week before the end of the month preceding publication. The editor reserves the right to edit or reject all material submitted for publication, including advertisements, and the right to cancel advertisements at any time, for any reason, at the editor’s sole discretion. Statements appearing in the Porsche Patter are those of the contributing authors and do not constitute the opinions or policy of the Chesapeake Region, Porsche Club of America, its Board of Directors, or the editor of this newsletter. Unless otherwise reserved, permission is granted to reproduce material published, provided full credit is given to the author. The Chesapeake Region, Porsche Club of America, neither endorses any advertiser nor warrants any product or service.
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PCA CHS Board
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President ................................................... Michael Murphy
president@pcachs.org
Vice President ................................................... Lynda Sobus
vicepresident@pcachs.org
Executive Vice President ........................... Stephen Graham
executive@pcachs.org
Treasurer ......................................................... Vincent Rock
treasurer@pcachs.org
Secretary........................................................... Aaron Miller
secretary@pcachs.org
Past President ................................................. Claude Taylor
pastpresident@pcachs.org
Autocross .............................................................Pat Walker
autocross@pcachs.org
Autocross ....................................................... Brad Martinez
autocross@pcachs.org
Editor .......................................................................Al Saxon
editor@pcachs.org
Editor ...................................................................... Ron Farb
editor@pcachs.org
Publicity ...............................................................Pat Walker
publicity@pcachs.org
Social............................................................... Donna Brandt
social@pcachs.org
Tech Session ..................................................... Jim Earlbeck
tech@pcachs.org
Tech Session ................................................... Randy Richter
tech@pcachs.org
Tour/Rally ......................................................... Aniano Arao
tour@pcachs.org
Tour/Rally .......................................................... Randy Moss
tour@pcachs.org
Safety Chair........................................................ John Jensen
safety@pcachs.org
Chief Driving Instructor ........................................ Ellen Beck
instructor@pcachs.org
Community Service................................... Rebecca Earlbeck
communityservice@pcachs.org
Concours d’Elegance ......................................... Ron Gordon
concours@pcachs.org
Concours d’Elegance ......................................Doug Ehmann
concours@pcachs.org
Concours d’Elegance ...................................... Donna Brandt
concours@pcachs.org
Chesapeake Challenge...................................... Minta Miller
challenge@pcachs.org
Chesapeake Challenge.................................................... TBD
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Historian ............................................................... Bob Rassa
historian@pcachs.org
Membership ...................................... Minta & Aaron Miller
membership@pcachs.org
Webmaster ........................................................... Jim Hemig
webmaster@pcachs.org
Insurance ................................................................ Lee Rock
insurance@pcachs.org
PCA License ........................................ Laurie & Bruce Tarsia
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PCA Zone 2 Representative ................. Rose Ann Novotnak
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Membership & Anniversaries
Minta & Aaron Miller
Primary Members:
952
Life Members:
1
Affiliate Members:
535
Total Members:
1488
New Members: 14 Gary Augustine Thomas Crouch Dalicia Eschoe Philip Feldman Steven Hack Robert Halpin Dimitrios Ieromonahos Chris Jones Eric Mann Crystal Pulsirisaroth Gurpreet Singh Eugene Smith Bryan Vacca
Severn, MD St. Michaels, MD Columbia, MD Catonsville, MD Easton, MD Columbia, MD Finksburg, MD Fulton, MD Highland, MD Dayton, MD Ellicott City, MD St. Michaels, MD Finksburg, MD
2006 Boxster S 2014 Cayman S, Silver 1983 944 1987 944 Turbo, Guards Red Metallic 2016 Cayman, White 2018 Macan GTS 1999 911 Carrera, Silver 1992 911 Turbo, Black 2014 Panamera 4S Exec. 2018 Panamera Turbo, White 2011 911 Turbo S Cab GT, Silver 2015 Cayenne GTS, White 2016 Panamera 4, Black
Michael Wagoner
Rosedale, MD
1999 911 Carrera, Black
Test Drive Participants: 0 Transfer Out: 2
Transfer In: 1 Steve Linehan
From: Potomac (POT)
Gerald Davis Dawn Leaf
To: Florida Citrus (FLC) To: Potomac (POT)
Anniversaries: 20 Years • Michael G. Horton 15 Years • Peter Conte & Paulette McCubbin 10 Years • Marvin Lawrence • T.G. & Edmund Marsden
5 Years • Andrew Burnett • Roger & Jeanette Hadfield • Charles & Kim Phillips
*** Please excuse us for any inconsistencies in reports as PCA HQ continues to improve our system.***
1 Year • Barbara Ashby • Tim & Kathy Facius • Mariela Murphy & Joe Good • Frank Tedeschi • Gregory & Michael Ostrowski
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Upcoming Events Past Events Advertising Guest columns Run-rate monthlies (Presidents letter, historian, tour/rally schedule) For 2019 – a dedicated Chesapeake Challenge 50 Section to promote it through the year. Autocross Section Photo Section
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Porsche of Towson
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President's Message Michael Murphy
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President's Message Michael Murphy
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Ron’s Ramblings Ron Farb
Porsche
Even Costco sells a Macon and not a 911 or 718
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Ron’s Ramblings Ron Farb
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History Channel PCA-Style Bob Rassa A monthly feature depicting some highlights from past years, 50, 40, 30,
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Porsche in the News Bringing you links to interesting Porsche articles from around the globe Porsche Wins Petit Le Mans The Porsche GT Team has won the final round of the 2018 IMSA Weathertech SportsCar Championship. Patrick Pilet (France), Nick Tandy (Great Britain) and Frédéric Makowiecki (France) won the Petit Le Mans race at Road Atlanta on Saturday. In the race over ten hours at Braselton, Georgia, Porsche put in a strong performance against tough competition in the GTLM class. Thanks to perfect tactics and a flawless race, the ca. 510 hp Porsche 911 RSR scored its third win of the season in the North American championship. Laurens Vanthoor (Belgium), Earl Bamber (New Zealand) and Mathieu Jaminet (France) concluded the last IMSA race of the year in sixth place. The Full Story Here
2020 Porsche 911 Spied Cruising With Current-Generation Model We’ve seen the new Porsche 911 quite often. In fact, Porsche doesn’t even seem that interested in hiding the new car anymore, because we’ve seen the 992 series from pretty much every angle. All that remains are a few bits of colored tape covering specific areas, and that will be removed in a month for the new 911’s grand debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show. The Full Story Here
The 2018 911GT3 Touring Might be the Best Road Car Porsche Ever Made Every once in a while, Porsche makes the right combination of revisions, throws together the perfect selection of parts, and comes up with something brilliant. The Porsche 911 GT3 Touring is exactly that. We took the big-wing and PDK-equipped 991.2 GT3 on a road trip from London to Le Mans and back. Then we drove the Carrera T, and told you how it was perfect if you can’t afford the GT3. This time, though, we’ve heard so many people saying that the Porsche 911 GT3 Touring was “the best.” The Full Story Here
10 Hidden Gems Inside Porsche’s Private Warehouse In a facility, so secret, only museum curators are allowed to enter it frequently. Porsche has developed a reputation for producing some of the best sports cars the world has ever seen. Its expertise ranges from the road to track dominance, with racing titles won including rallies, Group C, endurance races, and everything in between. Its on-road exploits aren’t without substantial credo either – refusing to conform to the standard set by others, bettering others with its unusual engineering makes them truly unique. No other pinnacle performance car manufacturer hangs the engine of its most important model behind the back axle.. See the Full Story Here
If you know of a good article, please bring it to the attention of the Editors at editor@pcachs.org.
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Porsche in the News Bringing you links to interesting Porsche articles from around the globe The 20 Best Wheels Ever to See the Road Getting the proper ratio of wheel-to-car is one of the top missions for a car designer. It can make or break the entire design. But once that sweet spot is found — what then? Do you just slap any old wheel on there and call it a day? Not a chance: rim design is almost as important as any other aspect of the car. The rims have to match the spirit of the design in theme, performance or character — or, preferably, all three at once. It should be no surprise, then, that some of the most iconic cars to ever hit the road have the most incredible sets of wheels to match. The Full Story Here
Forum Photos Prove Rennsport Reunion VI Was One for the Ages If you couldn’t make it this year, this is the next best thing. When people think automotive love-fests, they usually think of the hippiecentric Volkswagen world. But for the real thing, you’d have to look at Volkswagen’s cousin, Porsche. In 2001, Porsche Cars North America and legendary driver Brian Redman held the first Rennsport (German for “motorsport”) Reunion at Lime Rock, Connecticut. Since then, the historic races have grown in stature and attendance. The Full Story Here
2019 CHEVROLET CORVETTE ZR1 VS. 2018 PORSCHE 911 GT2 RS COMPARISON: POWER DOWN Do you ever wonder where this is all going to end? More power, bigger wings, better aero, fatter tires. Remember when the '90s Porsche 911 Turbo and Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 hit 400 horsepower? We thought we were all going to die. Yet now we're close to doubling that. What hath the demon seed of technology wrought? With such existential theorizing in mind, we present the ever-rising top of the upward spiral: the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 with ZTK package and the 2018 Porsche GT2 RS Weissach Edition. The Full Story Here
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Porsche in the News
After months of secrecy, it’s finally time: Unravel the mystery of an exceptional vehicle project – the “Classic Project Gold.” Are you curious yet? Take a glimpse behind the scenes of the “Classic Project Gold” here. Explore Porsche’s movies and images to learn all about the individual production steps.
RM Sotheby's, in collaboration with the Porsche Experience Center Atlanta, is delighted to announce The Porsche 70th Anniversary Auction, an exclusive, single-marque auction to be held at the ground-breaking home of Porsche Cars North America (PCNA) in Atlanta. Set for the weekend of 27 October, the sale shortly follows official U.S. 70th anniversary celebrations taking place as part of Porsche Rennsport Reunion VI and will feature approximately 70 of the world's most important and most sought-after collectible Porsche models, spanning the marque's illustrious 70year history as a sports car manufacturer. Next month, we look forward to bringing you some of the results of this amazing event!
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Porsche of Silver Spring
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Every 911 Variant In Under 5 Minutes
Porsche currently sells 24 variations of the 911, so keeping them all in order can be a bit tricky. Even Porsche itself admits there may be some people who simply don't know which 911 is which. That's why the company has decided to post a clever explanation video, which details each of the 24 variations of the 911 in less than five minutes. If you've always been confused by the 911 lineup, this is the video for you. The video is filmed like a story, detailing all of the 911 models from the base Carrera model up to the bonkers GT2 RS. All of the variants act as their own page in a book and we are introduced to a new 911 variant on each page, along with a short backstory. The explanation begins with the base Carrera model, which was named after the famous Carrera Panamerican race in Mexico. It then goes into detail about the various 911 body styles and drivetrain options, including the convertible and all-wheel-drive models. See the complete story here, at CarBuzz https://carbuzz.com/news/porsche-explains-every-911-variant-inless-than-five-minutes
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Bring Back the 912
Jim Hemig
Should Porsche bring back the 912? This is the random stuff I think of while daydreaming about my favorite automotive obsession. When you spend as much time in the garage as I do, it’s hard not to wander in thought. I’d bet I’m not the first or only person to think about this. I believe the conditions and rationale for a slower and less expensive 911 are similar to those discussed during the days the first 912 was introduced. With the original 911 priced beyond some enthusiasts' pocketbooks, Porsche introduced a 911 with a fourcylinder 356 engine and, voila, the 912 was born. But we all know that history. And today? What’s my argument to bring the 912 back? The 911 of today has turned into a beast. It gets faster and faster with each new model. The fenders now flare out to outlandish portions compared to the first 911. And the price! Don’t get me started. I’m not complaining here. The 911 is an amazing car. It’s a thoroughbred sport driving machine that people with the right funds will undoubtedly enjoy. But the reality is that it’s too much machine and too much money for someone like me. Heck, I really don’t need 305/30R20 tires to get around. If someone gave me one of these new 911s, would I take it? Of course! I’m sure some will say that the Boxster or Cayman is the car for the “less than 911” crowd. While I’ll agree with that (and I own a Boxster) it just isn’t the same thing. A 911 is just … better. It’s better because of the design, the shape, the performance, the history, the motorsports tradition, and, honestly, I look way cooler in a 911 than a Boxster. At least I think I do. Like I said, my mind wanders while in the garage… So, what about a new 912? Porsche could take the classic 911 shape that we all love, replace the massive six with a four-cylinder turbo from the 718 and, voila again, the 912 is reborn. But I’m not thinking a hulking 992 version of a 912 but a slimmer more svelte version reminiscent of the first 911 (and 912). Wouldn’t it be cool to have a modern version of the classic 911 shape? I wouldn’t want to suggest that Porsche throw out all the current 911 development. But a 912 could sneak in and do something wonderful by filling the niche that some of us lovers of the old 911 long for. Can you imagine a light and nimble two-seater that wasn’t too fast, handled well, and was easy on the pocketbook? Wait, that was the 912 of yesteryear.
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History even looks fondly at the 912. At PCA Concours events I see people admiring a well-cared for 912 with the same glee as an early 911. Owners of these 912s hold their heads high with pride that their cars are still cherished by the Porsche community. Bringing the 718 name back into the lineup shows the folks at Porsche care about the marque’s history. So why not bring the 912 name back? Better yet, instead of just bringing it back, bring it into the future. This new 912 could be a fully electric car. A streamlined and lighter classic 911 shape with a small battery and electric motor in the rear could appeal to environmentally-conscious and entry-level Porsche buyers alike, while still retaining the mighty 911 name at the top of the petrol-fueled market. Porsche could have this new 912 as the entry electric car and the upcoming Taycan as a top-end electric sedan. Then the Boxster/Cayman line would continue as the entry-level gas-powered vehicle with the 911 as the top-ofclass automobile that it already is. I can’t forget to mention the Macan and Cayenne line up and the SUV stepping-stone price points of these models. This new 912 could help round out the entire Porsche line up. With electric cars all the rage these days, I think this smaller electric car would be a hit with the younger crowd too. After all, not everyone needs four doors these days. I’d bet an electric 912 would be a hit at the upcoming Formula E races that Porsche is entering in 20192020. As the young, and young at heart, flock to these metro city racing events, I believe a little 912 would be an instant hit with the millennial crowd. As my garage-time think-fest comes to an end, if Porsche built an entry-level electric 912, I know I’d buy one. And, of course, I’d look cool driving it.
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Rennsport Reunion VI Steve Graham
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Rennsport Reunion VI Steve Graham Walking through the paddock I came across this pair of 911s. I was in eye candy overload, but the "Towson Maryland" caught my eye. Both cars were raced by Bruce Jennings at the 12 hours of Sebring; Tangerine being a 1969 911S and the yellow car I believe a 911T. Both in fabulous condition and I love rallye lights on the front of an early 911.
The 919 tribute car is on a world tour to 15 locations, with Rennsport VI being the 12th stop on the tour. It will be retired to the Porsche Museum at the end of the year. Timo Bernhard was the pilot (anything with a pitot tube for the speedo has a pilot and not a driver) and speeds through the timing trap were 180+MPH.
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BANFF or BUST!
Patrick and Susan Nicola
10,000 Miles in our Targa!
Photo by Susan Nicola
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BANFF or BUST! Patrick and Susan Nicola Chesapeake Region members Patrick & Susan Nicola embarked on a trip of a lifetime, driving their new 2018 911 Targa 4S from here at home to Banff for the Treffen experience! Treffen—where you can experience the best driving roads across North America, offering exceptional vistas and unforgettable adventures. But, of course, the primary reason for touring this fairytale Canadian oasis is the awe-inspiring mountain vistas and scenic drives throughout Banff National Park. Driving routes like the worldfamous Icefields Parkway offer access to dizzying mountains, hanging lakes and glaciers. Each Treffen North America has two days of fun and challenging "Drives" to attractions in the local area. Saturday's "Navigator's Day Off" (NDO) activities include guided “Tours” to various local destinations. So we pick up the narration from Patrick and Susan on Day One!
Photo by Susan Nicola
driving past. He assisted us by point out the only real Porsche authorized service in the area. He told us to have the wrecker company take us to Martin's German Service in Roanoke, Virginia. It is there that we are now getting service from Keith Martin. If everything goes right today, we should be back on the road. Tires are very hard to find for vehicles such as ours. Perhaps Porsche should make Keith's operation an authorized dealer for Roanoke, just saying.”
“Our trip did not have an auspicious beginning. On day one we blew a rear tire and are just now trying to resolve the situation. Lots of road repair everywhere.
Here is a photo with Keith Martin at his Porsche service garage and one of Van Coble. Keith was introduced to us by Van, both Blue Ridge Region members of PCA, who happened to see our plight On the brighter side we met a couple of Good Sa- on an access road near Roanoke, Virginia. With Keith's help my wife and I were able to get a new maritan PCA members from the Blue Ridge retire to replace the blow out we encountered on gion. Van Cobb noticed our vehicle as he was the first day of our vacation. Now after over 9700+ miles on this particularly long vacation, we had no more problems and were very thankful to Keith for his assistance in getting us back on the road so quickly. Thank you Blue Ridge Region.
After the bump in the road caused us to replace a rear tire, our travels were uneventful for the remainder of the trip.
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BANFF or BUST! Patrick and Susan Nicola We traveled through 23 states on our way to Canada and back home. We put over 9700 miles on our Porsche and it performed flawlessly. Here are some of the sights we visited in South Dakota: The Corn Palace Wall Drug Mount Rushmore
Photo by Susan Nicola
Photo by Susan Nicola
Photo by Susan Nicola
Then, we traveled through Wyoming: Devil's Tower
Photo by Susan Nicola
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BANFF or BUST! Patrick and Susan Nicola Then, we traveled through Montana: Little Big Horn (Custer Battle Field) Finally we made Canada and arrived in Banff for the event. Here are some photos of the Banff Fairmont Springs facility that served as our host hotel. The Canadian section that ran this event did a marvelous job. The events were great and even the weather was spectacular. Snow in September is a sight to see.
Photo by Susan Nicola
Photo by Susan Nicola
Photo by Susan Nicola
Photo by Susan Nicola
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Porsche of Annapolis
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4 Nov - Horse Country Fall Colors Tour Aniano Arao
RESCHEDULED – PCA-CHS 2018 Tour No. 13 – Nov. 4, Sunday What could be more delightful than having a great time in a Porsche as it sprints through Maryland’s scenic Horse Country amid the awesome colors of fall? Imagine doing this on smooth, curvy and undulating roads, with little to no traffic, not far from home? If you find that prospect appealing, then we have something for you – PCA Chesapeake’s 2018 Horse Country Fall Colors Tour, which will go through Baltimore, Carroll and Howard counties. The route will be NEW. And all the fun will eventually take us to PCA member Skip Conrey’s 92-acre Valhalla Estate, the venue of the 2019 Chesapeake Challenge. A buffet catered by Mission BBQ will be ready for us when we arrive at Skip’s party barn. And after lunch, those who want to watch the Ravens do battle with the Steelers will be able to do so on two TVs. Skip will provide 100 cans and 2 kegs of cold beer. GATHERING PLACE AND LUNCH DESTINATION WHEN: Nov. 4, Sunday, 9:00 AM. WHERE: Parking lot of Kecco's Woodfire Kitchen, 114 Westminster Pike, Reisterstown, MD 21136. SCHEDULE: We will assemble at 9:00 AM, have a drivers’ meeting at 9:30 and depart by 10:00. ETA at Valhalla Estate: Around 12:30 PM. 1575 Marriottsville Rd, Marriottsvile, MD 21104, next to the Bon Secours Retreat and Conference Center. REGISTRATION
● Sign up at www.clubregistration.net from Oct 27 to Nov 1. Prepay $20 per person (all-inclusive) for the lunch buffet to be catered by Mission BBQ. ● Driving instructions and updates will be sent via e-mail through ClubRegistration.net. ● Please send questions to the Tour & Rally Committee at tour@pcachs.org.
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10 Nov - Chesapeake Challenge The Chesapeake Region invites all PCA members to attend the 49th Chesapeake Challenge, the oldest running PCA multi-event day. This year we are going to the Maryland Yacht Club in Pasadena, MD. The Yacht Club is situated on over eight acres of beautiful waterfront property providing an incredible backdrop for all the gorgeous Porsches in attendance. Saturday will open with a Concours d’Elegance consisting of Touring (judging of interior, exterior, engine and storage) and Street-Prepared categories (interior and exterior). Classes for both categories will be based on entries. In addition to class awards, there will be awards for Best of Street Class and Best of Concours/Touring Group. Both the Street and Touring Categories will be eligible for People’s Choice Award.
Schedule of Events—Saturday, November 10, 2018 7:00AM
Registration table open for packet pick up at Maryland Yacht Club, located at 1500 Fairview Beach Road, Pasadena, MD 21122 7:15AM Concours and Street Prep paddocks open; preparation for Concours/Street Prep cars. 9:00AM Registration table closes, all Concours and Street Prep show cars staged and parked. Judging begins. Silent auction opens. 10:00 AM General Public viewing of Concours and Car Show; Challenge participant voting for Car Show cars begins. 11:30AM Voting ends for show cars. 11:30-12:35PM Enjoy a delicious lunch catered by the Maryland Yacht Club. (Advance purchase required). 12:40 PM Gimmick rally drivers meeting at same location as Registration. Cars will be “teched” after the driver’s meeting at their paddock location immediately prior to departure. 1:01 PM Gimmick rally commences. First car off. 3:30-4:00PM Cars return from Gimmick rally. Return score sheets to Rallymaster immediately upon return to Maryland Yacht Club. 4:00PM Tech Quiz distributed at the Maryland Yacht Club Dining Room. 5:00PM All Tech quizzes must be turned in. 5:00PM Silent Auction Closes. Cocktail hour begins in the Maryland Yacht Club bar. 6:00PM Awards banquet dinner begins in the Maryland Yacht Club Dining Room. (Advance purchase required) 7:00PM Silent Auction Winners announced and awards 8:00PM Dinner concludes For questions, please feel free to contact Minta Miller at Challenge@pcachs.org
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1 Dec - Tech Session Randy Richter We know quite a number of our members enjoy doing their own maintenance. Thanks to Porsche of Annapolis we will have a program that will cover what maintenance a do-it-yourselfer can perform and how to document that maintenance to properly maintain a warranty. There will also be a discussion on what a do-it-your-selfer should not do because of specialized knowledge and tools that only Porsche of Annapolis would possess. Additionally, there will a discussion about what should be inspected or measured each time the standard oil change and air filter service is performed. Please join us to enjoy this program and to discuss any questions you may have about maintenance for your Porsche. Registration will limited to 60 participants.
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1 December
Time:
9:00AM—11:00AM
Place:
Porsche of Annapolis
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Westminster Speed & Sound
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Hoopers Island Tour
Aniano Arao
51 People in 28 Porsches Join Eastern Shore Tour to Hoopers Island PCA Chesapeake 2018 Tour No. 11, Oct. 7, Sunday Many people who visit Maryland's Eastern Shore are often drawn to the beach in Ocean City or the beaches in neighboring Delaware. Whether they come from other parts of Maryland or from farther away, most usually head to their destinations via the flat, straight and boring highways that crisscross the Delmarva Peninsula. Interesting back roads exist there, but they often lead to dead-ends on private properties or bodies of water. The big challenge for driving enthusiasts is to find and string together a sufficient number of roads that are scenic, off the beaten path and delightful. Easton resident and PCA member Tom Divilio met that challenge in the spring of 2018 when he designed an Eastern Shore tour route and then proposed it to me. Soon after, I drove over there and checked out the route with him. I liked it. So, fellow Tour & Rally Committee Co-Chair Randy Moss and I agreed to add Tom's tour to PCA Chesapeake's 2018 Tour & Rally Schedule. I eventually made one major change in the route. Instead of using the Cambridge-Dorchester Airport as the starting place, I chose a location in Easton as the assembly and launch point – in particular, the parking lot of CPR Classic East, a renowned vintage Porsche restoration shop. CPR Classic East principal Bruce Wakefield kindly and gladly approved our plan to use his parking lot. And more than that, he generously volunteered to provide coffee and doughnuts, as well as guided tours of his facility. So, on the morning of Oct. 7, Sunday, all preparations were in place. In perfect weather, 49 people in 27 cars assembled in Easton starting at 8:30 AM to avail of Bruce's hospitality. We then held a drivers' meeting at 9:30, as scheduled, and departed a little after 10:00 in three groups of cars, led by Tom and grandson Max Divilio, Mark Epstein and Wendy Tand, as well as Myrna and me, respectively, with Randy Moss serving as launch director and overall sweeper with Michelle’s help. We made an intermediate stop for about 15 minutes at the Cambridge-Dorchester Airport, where one PCA couple in a Boxster joined the tour, raising our total to 51 people in 28 cars. Altogether, we drove about 60 miles, mostly on charming and enjoyable back roads with little to no other traffic until, via a causeway, we reached Hoopers Island. We then made a U-turn and drove back a few miles A to our lunch destination, Old Salty's Restaurant in Fishing Creek, MD. We all got there at around noon. Prearranged by Tom, our buffet consisted of crab cakes, fried chicken, roast pork, garden salad, mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, and other side dishes, plus soft drinks, iced tea and water. Before lunch, tour participants had a chance to examine the 28 assembled Porsches and vote for their favorite. As the lunch was winding down, I announced the winning car – a rare and hard-to-get 2018 911 GT3 Touring in red owned by Scott and Tina Borden. After lunch, as the tour participants were leaving Old Salty's, many told me that they loved Tom’s tour and had a great time. On these pages, I am pleased to share the few photos I managed to take during this 11th event in our 2018 Tour & Rally Schedule.
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Hoopers Island Tour
All photos courtesy of Aniano Arao
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New Member Party Damon Lowney
Thank you, Porsche of Towson!
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All photos courtesy of Damon Lowney
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New Member Party Damon Lowney
Thank you, Porsche of Towson!
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All photos courtesy of Damon Lowney
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For Sale
Annual Advertising Rates: Free to PCA members Full page ad—$600 Half page ad—$450 Quarter page ad—$200 Business card—$200
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Name and Car Badges! Now you can obtain your Chesapeake Region Name Badge! Go to www.pcachs.org and use the “GOODIE STORE” menu from the main page. Click the button and complete the order form page. The Name Badge cost is $25, inclusive of handling and shipping.
This is your opportunity to purchase a heavy “gold- plated” Chesapeake Region metal car badge.
Each metal car badge comes complete with stainless steel slotted retaining plate, screws, washers and nuts to mount it through your car grille or separate mounting plate. You can order right now! The cost per metal car badge is $30 or two for $50, inclusive of handling and shipping. Here’s how you order your metal car badge: Go to www.pcachs.org and use the “GOODIE STORE” menu from the main page. Click the button and complete the order form page and make your payment by check or Pay- Pal. 37
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PCA Jackets! If you want one of these killer jackets, please remit $80 to our Treasurer, Vincent Rock via check or PayPal. If by check, send your check to PCA CHS c/o Vincent Rock P.O. Box 1720, Germantown, MD 20875-1720. If by PayPal, send it to: treasurer@pcachs.org from the PayPal.com website. In addition to your payment, complete the online order form at www.pcachs.org and indicate: a.) Color, b.) Style (male or female), and c.) Size from the Sizing Chart on the following pages.
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Order your PCA Embroidered Jacket!
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PCA Jackets!
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PCA License Plates Chesapeake Region coordinates PCA Organizational Maryland License Plates issued through the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA). The license plate program promotes the visibility and camaraderie of PCA and serves as a fund raiser for Chesapeake Region events. The total cost for the PCA license plates is $35, which includes the $25 MVA fee and a $10 Chesapeake PCA fee. If you would like to obtain the PCA License Plate(s), complete the information sheet available on our website: http://pcachs.org/pca-maryland-license-plate Once we receive your Information Sheet, we will mail you the MVA ApplicationCertification form for Organizational License Plates. The MVA form is a two-part State form, which requires the owner and any co-owner’s signatures. Please complete the MVA Application form and mail the form along with your checks to the address below. Make your $25 check payable to MVA. Please enclose a separate $10 check payable to Chesapeake RegionPCA to cover a one time fund raising fee. PCA License Plate Coordinators PO Box 8144 Elkridge, Maryland 21075-8144 Important: Do not mail the MVA form and checks directly to MVA. Requirements: You must be a PCA Member and the car must be registered in Maryland. The PCA Plates are not limited to Porsches. You can apply for PCA plates for all your cars registered in Maryland!
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Some More Rennsport Pictures
Al Saxon
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Even More Rennsport Pictures
Steve Graham
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PCA Juniors
What is the PCA Juniors program? ✓ PCA Juniors is a program for Porsche enthusiasts under age 18. ✓ Participants must be registered by an active PCA member. ✓ It’s not just the cars… and now it’s not just the grown-ups! ✓ With our new PCA Juniors program, PCA is about the kids too!
The PCA Juniors program has been created so kids can enjoy PCA events, learn about Porsches and build the enthusiasm that runs through all of the Porsche Club of America.
Who is eligible? Any child under age 18 who is registered by a current PCA member can participate in the program. (Note: This is not a PCA Membership.)
What will the child receive? PCA Juniors will receive a welcome package that includes an age-appropriate gift and PCA Juniors ID badge. We look forward to developing the program and its features over time.
What does it cost to register? It’s FREE! Participants must be registered by an active PCA member, and there is no cost to join!
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