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CC49 Volume 59, Issue 667 December 2018
Tour & Rally Farb’s Closing Poem Lynda’s Legacy
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Events Calendar Month
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Porsche of Annapolis
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Tech Session Kindertime Toy Drive & Linda’s Legacy Backpacks After Holiday Party
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Board Meeting Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona
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Porsche of Towson Turf Valley Resort Porsche of Silver Spring
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 The Year’s Final PCA Chesapeake Driving Tour The Chesapeake Region’s Tour & Rally Committee had more than 20 events altogether on the drawing board as 2018 unfolded. Weather-related postponements and cancellations have pared down our actual and final total to 14. 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 no. 14 is the only one that remains. (11/28/2018) 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) (00) Driving Tour to “356 Registry Concours” in Ocean City, NJ (Oct. 20 drive canceled) Nov. 4 (12) 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 (13) Rescheduled: Chesapeake Challenge 49 Gimmick Rally, in Anne Arundel County (00) Postponed: TSD Rally School for Checkpoint Crew, with Bob Rassa (April 2019) (00) Postponed: TSD Rally School for Competitors, with Bob Rassa (April 2019) (00) Postponed: TSD Rally in Baltimore County, with Bob Rassa (April 2019) Dec. 9 (14) “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. -- Aniano Arao & Randy Moss Co-Chairs, Tour & Rally Committee
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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
History Channel PCA-Style ........ Bob Rassa 19
Linda’s Legacy/Kindertime .. ... Minta Miller After Holiday Party ................ Minta Miller 22
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Past Events Horse Country Colors Tour .. .. Aniano Arao
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Market For Sale ....................................... Editor Name & Car Badges ....................... Editor PCACHS Jacket .............................. Editor PCA License Plates .... Bruce & Laurie Tarsia
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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
pcalicenseplates@pcachs.org
PCA Zone 2 Representative ................. Rose Ann Novotnak
zonerep@pcachs.org
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Membership & Anniversaries
Minta & Aaron Miller
Primary Members:
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New Members: 6 Richard Alford Leanne Estabrook Steven Groh Peter Laport Charles Spedden Joe Steinitz
Columbia, MD Columbia, MD Friendship, MD Glenwood, MD Fulton, MD Towson, MD
1986 944, Alpine White 1982 911, Guards Red 1965 356 Cab, Slate Grey 2011 911 Carrera 4S, Basalt Black 2006 Cayman S 1974 914 2.0, Zambezi Green
Test Drive Participants: 0 Transfer Out: 0
Transfer In: 3 James H. & Deborah McKee From: Potomac (POT) Ronald & Karen Millstein From: Pacific Northwest (PNW) Christopher & Marsha White From: Delaware (DEL)
Anniversaries: 15 Years • Randolf Jordan
*** Please excuse us for any inconsistencies in reports as PCA HQ continues to improve our system.***
1 Year • Mike Fine • Jason Hardebeck • Edward Lee • Leonard Miller • Andrew Powell
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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 Silver Spring
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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
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Chesapeake Region Ron Farb I woke up in the morning. I was going to cruise. Had to ready my Porsche, There was no time for booze.
But the GT2 RS caught up. And though I didn’t want to chat I looked over to my left, And saw the Cat in the Hat.
My black Turbo S Needed a cleaning and shine So I got out the hose And made it all fine.
He gave me a wave As he slowed down. Then he yelled out his window “There’s no need to frown.”
A layer of wax Was the last thing I needed. So I polished it up Till the water all beaded.
He said he liked my Turbo S. That it looked pretty cool. But when I looked at his 911 I just started to drool.
Then I hopped in my Turbo. I was ready to go. So I floored the accelerator. There’s no going slow.
It had a dual exhaust With some stripes on the side. Humongous 21 inch wheels. And really seemed wide.
The Porsche took off. The twin turbos were whining. It sucked in some air And I started driving.
A carbon fiber hood, Painted air intakes and trim He had specked it all out, Till it was proper and prim.
It threw me back in my seat I hit 60 in 3 seconds flat. Still I held the accelerator All the way to the mat.
Inside it had dual colored leather With deviated stitching. I saw multiple embroidered logos And boy it was bitchen’.
The tires were squealing. The engine was roaring. I was cruis’n now. This wouldn’t be boring.
I just stared at that car. Couldn’t believe what I saw. Those smoked LED taillights Just said it all.
I was zipping past cars Going incredibly fast. Knew my Turbo S looked great And I was having a blast!
Then he tipped his hat. Yelled he was taking off cruising. He shot off like a rocket And we were through schmoozing.
Then I looked in the mirror And I saw it coming. A Guards Red GT2 RS And boy it was rumbling.
I watched his taillights Disappear in the Sun. Knowing I just been schooled By the Cat having fun.
It was closing in fast. I wasn’t sure what to do. So I hit the gas hard And my Porsche just flew.
Why that Cat in the Hat Has the best 911 I’ve seen. He’s clearly the coolest In his Porsche machine! 13
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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 Tops Luxury Sales Satisfaction Buying a car is more than just handing over your hard-earned cash and driving away into the sunset. The car-buying experience today is rarely easy; however, that doesn’t mean dealerships aren’t trying to reduce the hassle. According to J.D. Power and its U.S. Sales Satisfaction Index Study, communication is key between customer and dealership during a car-buying transaction. One key area dealerships can excel? Texting. According to the study, custom satisfaction rises when dealerships text. Thank you, Millennials and your ever-increasing fear of talking to someone on the phone. The Full Story Here
14 gorgeous Porsche Speedster photos to brighten the darkest day Porsche has done a very poor job of keeping the new 911 Speedster a secret after countless spy photos and a leak about the company registering VINs for the model. However, an announcement at the Paris Motor Show finally confirms that a production model of the attractive concept is on the way. Porsche isn't telling us much about the new, road-going 911 Speedster yet, but looking back at the past can provide a glimpse of the future. Click through the slides above to get a better idea of why a Porsche speedster is so special. The Full Story Here
Watch the Porsche 911 GT3 Pinch the More Powerful and More Expensive McLaren 570S The Porsche 911 GT3 is over $60,000 cheaper than the McLaren 570STrack Pack and down almost 70 horsepower, so why did the Porsche just manage to beat the McLaren in EVO’s latest track test? The Full Story Here
This Is The Stunning All-New 2020 Porsche 911 Rear-engined. Flat-six. Iconic shape. Pure 911. After months of spy shots and rumors and a leak here and there, the eighthgeneration Porsche 911 has finally arrived, making its live debut here at the 2018 LA Show. Code-named 992, the new 911 is unmistakably a 911, retaining its overall iconic shape and rear-engine setup. But this new 911 has a more muscular look, an all-new interior, and a new generation of turbocharged flat-six engines. Both 911 Carrera S and 4S come powered by an upgraded version of the twin-turbo 3.0-liter flat-six tuned to develop 443 hp – a 23 hp gain over the outgoing S models. Porsche claimed it achieved this additional power with improvements to the fuel injection system, higher compression ratio, and relocated intercoolers and turbochargers. See the Full Story Here
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Porsche in the News Bringing you links to interesting Porsche articles from around the globe Porsche Profit Luxury car company Porsche, founded in 1948, made more than 4.22 billion euros in profit before taxes in 2017, according to its annual report. Based on the Nov. 8 exchange rate, that's more than $4.82 billion. Divide that yearly number into seconds and the company made an average of just under $153 every second. It's also an average of more than $9,176 every minute, nearly $550,595 every hour, more than $13.2 million every day and nearly $92.8 million every week. The Full Story Here
It's Only A Matter Of Time Until The New Porsche 911 Cabrio Drops Its Top Porsche has revealed an all-new 911 at the LA Auto Show this week. But as significant as it is, it's only the beginning of what you can be sure will be a nearly endless stream of variants to follow. And not the least of them will be the new cabriolet. Fortunately we don't have to wait for Zuffenhausen to open up its new sports car to get an idea of what it'll look like, because the rendering artists have already taken a crack or two at it, and we've rounded up for you a couple of the best renditions we've seen so far.. The Full Story Here
I Have a Radical Proposition for the 2020 Porsche 911 The 2020 Porsche 911 is out and so are its dimensions. Mostly. And guess what? It’s larger and heavier than the outgoing model. Because of this, I believe that the 911 should no longer receive the performance-oriented RS models. Before you start screeching, let me walk you through it. Whereas only the four-wheel drive 911s got the wide-body treatment in the previous generation, all of the 992-gen cars will come standard with those wider bodies now. The rear fenders and fronts are 1.7 and 1.8 inches wider, respectively. The 96.5-inch wheelbase of the outgoing model has been kept the same, though. And the new 911 is 121 pounds heavier. The Full Story Here
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Porsche in the News By: Billy Rehbock https://www.automobilemag.com/news/2020-porsche-911-makes-debut-ahead-of-la-auto-show/
2020 Porsche 911 S and 4S: The All-New 992 Generation Is Here Any car enthusiast worth their salt can likely pen the basic shape of a Porsche 911 on command. That’s because Porsche doesn’t mess with what is one of the most iconic shapes in automotive history. There have been stylistic hiccups along the way (at least as far as the so-called purists are concerned), but the 911 has never wavered from its basic shape, nor its basic premise as a two-door, four-seat sports car with a rearmounted engine. Now the 2020 Porsche 911 Carrera has arrived at the Los Angeles auto show, which is held in a bastion of P-car enthusiasm. As in the outgoing 991.2, the latest iteration of Stuttgart’s icon features a turbocharged 3.0-liter flat-six hanging off the back end. The base Carreras and the inevitable cavalcade of cabriolets, Targas, Turbos, and RS cars will begin soon, but the 992 is being launched first in Carrera S and 4S trim, where output has been raised to 443 horsepower.
Porsche claims the new model can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds in rear-wheel-drive S spec and 3.4 seconds if configured with the 4S’s all-wheel drive. A new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission handles shifts and is prepped to receive an electric motor for an eventual hybrid model, while Porsche promises the seven-speed manual transmission will return in the 992 at a later date. Porsche has arguably zagged from the 911’s gradual evolutionary line only once, when it introduced a water -cooled engine and the famous “cracked egg” headlights with the 1997 996. While the move from air cooling was perhaps more controversial at the time, the lamps seem to be more divisive these days. Porsche itself acknowledges that it perhaps made too far a leap, with various executives tipping their hats to critics of the 996 throughout the premiere event held at the Porsche Experience Center Los Angeles. Chassis, dimensional, and suspension upgrades accompany the power boost over the 991.2-generation cars, including quicker steering and electrically assisted brakes. The wheels are staggered-diameter and measure 20 inches up front and 21 inches out back. The body is 1.77 inches wider up front and 1.71 inches wider in the rear.
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Porsche of Annapolis
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Linda’s Legacy/Kindertime Toy Drive LINDA'S LEGACY BACKPACKS: $25 sponsors one backpack filled with a sweatshirt, thermal underwear, warm socks, gloves and a hat. The backpacks are distributed on Christmas Eve to homeless men, women and children in Baltimore, DC and Anne Arundel County. You can sponsor as many backpacks as you'd like (the more the merrier, and warmer!). Additionally if have any gently used, warm (and thick down) winter coats you no longer need, please consider bringing them to the Kinder Time Toy Drive. Kids and adult sizes are needed. These are also distributed on Christmas Eve along with the backpacks. Last year we had over 4 dozen volunteers club members to pitch in, unbox, and pack, and sponsor over 600 backpacks. Collectively the membership raised over $15,000!!!
CHECKS: Checks for sponsorship should be made payable to Giving Back, Linda's Legacy (not PCA) and mailed to: Kara Martinez 227 Winter Crest Lane, Severna Park, MD 21146
ONLINE:
Giving Back's website: www.homelessdrive.org When making your donation, please be sure to select Porsche Club in the organizational drop down list. If you do choose to donate on-line, please email Kara (karacmartinez@gmail.com) to let her know of the donation so that she can track PCA's total donations.
ANNUAL HOLIDAY COMMUNITY SERVICE EVENT BENEFITING From now to December 8th we will be collecting donations to sponsor backpacks for the homeless with hats, mittens, scarves, thermal underwear and socks (see the description below for more details on how to make a donation.) Then on Sunday, December 9, with many THANKS to our sponsors and good friends at Porsche of Towson, we will meet at their showroom to assemble the backpacks and bring our gifts of new, unwrapped toys for the KINDERTIME TOY DRIVE donation. KINDERTIME founder Pete O’Neil will join us there to welcome and collect the donations.
The Chesapeake Region will then be treated to a wonderful TOUR of the area and a lunch SOCIAL. KINDERTIME TOY DRIVE: Each year, the Kindertime toy drive is dedicated to fallen heroes. Toys collected are given to given to children at the Ronald McDonald House and Kennedy Krieger as well as children in need in the Baltimore metro area. This toy drive unifies police and other first responders throughout the state of Maryland with the communities they serve. Toys are collected throughout the holiday season and delivered to sick, needy and homeless children throughout the state. They are delivered by police caravan on one special night during the month of December. 19
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After Holiday Party The Chesapeake Region has established a reputation for the finest and fiercest Yankee Swap in PCA, one that has been copied by other regions, but never quite duplicated. A “Gift Exchange” is merely a mild description of the feeding frenzy that takes hold at this triple steal event. Chesapeake Region, despite being below the Mason Dixon Line, puts the “Yankee” into Yankee Swap…. The good stuff is coveted, hoarded and only grudgingly given up under duress. WHEN: Saturday January 12, 2018 6pm - 11pm WHERE: Turf Valley Resort Cameo Lobby and Ballroom 2700 Turf Valley Road Ellicott City, MD 21042 AGENDA: 6:00 – 7:00 Cocktails and Hors d’oeuvres 7:30 Seated dinner 8:15 Awards presentations followed by the Yankee Swap featuring The Bob and Manny Show
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Westminster Speed & Sound
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Horse Country Fall Colors Tour 73 People in 39 Porsches Take Horse Country Fall Colors Tour PCA Chesapeake 2018 Tour No. 12, Nov. 4, Sunday By Aniano Arao Co-Chair, Tour & Rally Committee
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? That appealing driving experience was offered by PCA Chesapeake’s 2018 “Horse Country Fall Colors Tour,” which twisted and turned through Baltimore, Carroll and Howard counties. The route was made up of a fresh combination of wonderful roads – some our tours had used in the past and several more that Photo Courtesy of Sara Thomas tour regulars had not driven before. All the fun eventually took us to PCA member Skip Conrey’s 92-acre Valhalla Estate, which will be the venue of the 2019 Chesapeake Challenge. A buffet overseen by Myrna and catered by Mission BBQ was ready for us when we arrived at Skip’s party barn in Marriottsville. During and after lunch, those who wanted to watch the Baltimore Ravens do battle with the Pittsburgh Steelers were able to do so on a 70-inch TV, as well as on a smaller one, live. Skip provided 100 cans and 2 kegs of cold beer. Altogether, 73 people in 39 Porsches took part in this 76mile driving tour, which started from Reisterstown. About 60 people joined the lunch. We divided the cars into three “dynamic” groups and one “relaxed” group, all of which were launched by my fellow tour master Randy Moss. He and Michelle served as the tour's overall sweepers. Our thanks go to Joan and Steve Wood, Larry and Jennifer Robinson, and Bob and Sally Stanhope for agreeing to lead the 2nd, 3rd and 4th groups, respectively. I led the 1st group.
Photo Courtesy of Aniano Arao
Our thanks particularly go to Skip and his staff for being such generous and gracious hosts during our BBQ lunch. Our gratitude also go to PCA-CHS VP Lynda Sobus for being, as usual, our behind-the-scenes, hardworking and crucial ClubRegistration registrar, as well as to PCA-CHS Treasurer Vince Rock, for paying the bills.
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Horse Country Fall Colors Tour
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Horse Country Fall Colors Tour And, finally, our congratulations go to Marco and Anna Alban, whose 2016 Porsche 911 GTS Club Coupe won the “People’s Choice” contest. This car was one of 60 made to celebrate Porsche Club of America’s 60th anniversary in 2015. Busy as tour organizer, I managed to take only a few photos and only at our lunch destination. My thanks go to Sara for sending me one picture that she took during the actual drive. I am happy to share that lovely image here, as well as several of my own shots. +++
AUTHORS NOTES: NOTE: With the cancellation of the “Drive to the 356 Registry Concours” in Ocean City, NJ, this tour became our 2018 Tour & Rally Event No. 12, instead of No. 13. To view more of my photos from this and other PCA events, click on the following links:
http://www.pbase.com/noyphoto/horsecountryfallcolorstour2018pcachs http://www.pbase.com/noyphoto/pcaactivities My homepage on PBase is the gateway to more than 400 of my photo galleries and more than 20,000 of my favorite automotive images. Here’s a link: http://www.pbase.com/noyphoto/
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Chesapeake Challenge 49 Minta Miller The Chesapeake Region invited all PCA members to attend the 49th Chesapeake Challenge, the oldest running PCA multi-event day. This year the Maryland Yacht Club in Pasadena, MD, situated on over eight acres of beautiful waterfront property, which provided an incredible backdrop for all the gorgeous Porsches in attendance. Saturday opened with a Concours d’Elegance consisting of Full Concours (judging of interior, exterior, engine and storage) and Street-Prepared Concours categories (interior and exterior). Classes for both categories were based on entries. In addition to class awards, there were awards for Best of Street Class and Best of Full Concours Group. Both the Street and Touring Categories were eligible for People’s Choice Award. We have the privilege of having experienced Porsche Parade Judges and Graders within our club who graciously offered to judge and grade our Chesapeake Challenge Concours. Doug Ehmann, Donna Brandt, and Ron Gordon are our Region Concours Chairs and they worked diligently to put together a fantastic Concours with a layout plan to feature our Porsches with a magnificent Chesapeake Bay backdrop. The Maryland Yacht Club is a bit secluded, so the yacht club offered a lunch buffet consisting of deli sandwiches and sausages with peppers on rolls. Shortly after lunch, our Tour Chairs, Aniano Arao and Randy Moss, treated us to a fabulous tour of the Southern Anne Arundel countryside via a Gimmick Rally. It was a challenging Gimmick this year. Most of the winning questions’ answers could be found at the Yacht Club, which was only helpful if you browsed the yacht club and paid attention. Additionally, our sponsor, Porsche of Towson, provided a beautiful Panamera for members to drool over and was also a part the Gimmick Rally questions. Immediately following the Gimmick Rally, we were all given the opportunity to prove our Porsche geekiness with a challenging Tech Quiz courtesy of our Tech Chairs, Jim Earlbeck and Randy Richter. This was supposed to be a “fun” test, if there is such a thing. Coinciding with the Tech Quiz was the cocktail hour with appetizers and Open Bar, because everybody does better on a test with food and alcohol! After the fun yet challenging yet Tech Quiz, we indulged in more cocktails and a fabulous dinner buffet complete with roast beef and turkey carving station. Afterwards, the day’s trophies were awarded to the winners. Trophies were earned for Street and Full Concours, top of their classes (following Porsche Parade guidelines for trophy placements), top 3 driver and navigators (teams) of the Gimmick Rally, top 3 (Men and Ladies) of the Tech Quiz. During the entirety of the day, the Chesapeake Region conducted a Silent Auction to benefit the Mercy NICU. Through the Region’s generous members, we were able to raise over $1500. A big thank you goes out to Community Service Chair, Becca Earlbeck for collecting donations and managing the auction.
A big Thank You goes out to Joan Wood and Vince Rock (Registration & Coffee and Donuts Station), Lynda Sobus (Registrar and Swag Bags), Steve Wood (Parking and Judging), Jim Earlbeck and Randy Richter (Tech Quiz), Aniano Arao and Randy Moss (Gimmick Rally), Donna Brandt, Doug Ehmann, and Ron Gordon (Concours d’Elegance), Linda Gordon and Gale Dazzo (Concours Grading), all the other members who volunteered to help put on such a wonderful event.
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Chesapeake Challenge 49 Another huge Thank You goes out to the Maryland Yacht Club and their staff for treating the Chesapeake Region so well and for hosting our cars and us. A SUPER THANK YOU to Steve Postol and Porsche of Towson for sponsoring the Chesapeake Challenge and the Chesapeake Region. Without our sponsors and volunteers we could not put on such great events. This was a Saturday not to miss!!
Next year the Chesapeake Region will celebrate its 50th Chesapeake Challenge. So come and join us for an event filled day of Porsches and People. All of your favorite cars and friends will be there, and so should you!
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1st Overall Winner Dennis Howard
Honorary Judges Award
Committee Chairs
David Dukehart/Atena Rosak
Minta Miller (left) and Ron Gordon
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Chesapeake Challenge 49 Tech Quiz Winners!
1st Place—Dan Dazzo
1st Place—Brandi Bryant
2nd Place—Mike Swartzell
3rd Place—Kay Morton
3rd Place—Steve Postol
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CC 49—Full Concours Winners
1st Place, 964 Class—Dennis Howard
1st Place and BEST IN SHOW—Steve Graham
1st Place, Earyl 911 —Bob Zach
1st Place PEOPLES CHOICE—Steve Wood
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CC 49 Street Concours Winners
1st Place Street Best in Show
1st Place Street—Early 911 (‘65—’73)
1st Place Street—Mid 911 (74-’89)
Richard Chitty
Rob Abbott
Michelle Moss
1st Place Street—964/993 Class
1st Place Street—Boxster Class
Clement Hathaway
Richard Chitty
1st Place Street—Cayman Class
1st Place Street—996/997 Class
2nd Place Street—996/997 Class
Rick Hawver
Steve Wood
Ron Farb
1st Place Street—Cayenne/Macan Class
3rd Place Street—996/997 Class Russell Joyner
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CC 49—Gimmick Rally 49 People in 24 Porsches Compete In Nov. 10 CC49 Gimmick Rally PCA Chesapeake 2018 Tour & Rally Event No. 13 By Aniano Arao Co-Chair, Tour & Rally Committee
The Chesapeake Region of the Porsche Club of America held its 49th Chesapeake Challenge at the Maryland Yacht Club in Pasadena and the surrounding area. This multi-event celebration had to be rescheduled and was held on Nov. 10 because of a dire forecast of seriously bad weather for its original date, Sept. 15. On the new date, the weather was chilly but sunny. So the Chesapeake Challenge proceeded as planned, starting with a two-category and multi-class Concours d'Elegance in the morning (Street Preparation and Full Concours), followed by lunch, a Gimmick Rally and a Tech Quiz. While the organizers were busy at the end of the day scoring the three events and the entire Challenge, cocktails and appetizers were served. Then the Awards Banquet came next, followed soon after by the Awards Ceremony. In the Gimmick Rally, the top finishing drivers and navigators were: (1) Shane Howard and Joshua Tomlinson; (2) Dennis Howard and Wesley Tomlinson; and (3) David Dukehart and Atena Rosak. A total of 49 people in 24 cars took part in the 70-mile rally.NOTE: With the cancellation of the “Drive to the 356 Registry Concours” in Ocean City, NJ, this tour became our 2018 Tour & Rally Event No. 13, instead of No. 14.
To view more of my photos from this and other PCA events, click on the following links: http://www.pbase.com/noyphoto/pcaactivities My homepage on PBase is the gateway to more than 400 of my photo galleries and more than 20,000 of my favorite automotive images. Here’s a link: http://www.pbase.com/noyphoto/
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Gimmick Rally 2nd Place Dennis Howard
Gimmick Rally 3rd Place David Dukehart/Atena Rosak
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CC 49—Tech Quiz (with Answers!) It is the philosophy of Chesapeake's Tech Co-Chairs that the Tech Quizzes should not only identify our members that have learned a lot about the cars that we embrace, but should also educate and stimulate the educational thirst of those members that have not previously had the time or desire to learn. We also believe that the Tech Quizzes should fun. After all, is that not what our Club is about? We are providing you with a copy of the Tech Quiz that was given as part of our 49th Chesapeake Challenge. Please take a look and give us some feedback if you think that there is a better path to follow, if we are hitting our goals or any ideas about enhancing the Tech Quiz. See the pages at the end of this month’s Patter for the Quiz, the answers and the sources.
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For Sale 19” Winter Wheels & Tires for Boxster/Cayman These winter wheels and tires came off my Boxster S last winter and unfortunately for me they do not fit my 911. This gives someone else the opportunity to inexpensively enjoy their Porsche in the cold like I used to. The wheels are Starke Design SC19 19x8 & 19x9.5 rims from Tire Rack The tires are Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4s and are in almost new condition as follows: • Front: 235/40R19 with about 10/32 of tread left (basically no wear) • Rear: 265/40R19 with about 8/32 of tread left All the tires are mounted, balanced, and include the TPMS sensors. They do not have decorative center caps. Tire Rack sells this exact wheel/tire combo for $2339. I will let these almost perfect wheels/tires go for over $1000 less at $1300 for a quick sale in time for the cold.
Please contact Ron Farb if you are interested: rifarb@yahoo.com
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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. 41
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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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CC49 Pictures
Above—Many of the Street Prep cars along the water Below—Everyone diligently taking the Tech Quiz
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Horse Country Fall Colors Tour
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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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2018 CC 49 Tech Quiz SUV
SUV for most people is an acronym for Sport Utility Vehicle. While Porsche did put in an extra dose of Sport into the Cayenne and the Macan models, SUV could also stand for Sales Utility Vehicle as they make up the majority of Porsche’s sales. 1. Five years ago, cars accounted for 50% of U.S. sales of new light vehicles which is comprised of cars, pick-up trucks, vans and SUVs. Panorama April 2018 stated that cars of all brands account for what percentage that market today? a. b. c. d.
25% 33% 42% 57%
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2. The first-generation Cayenne, which is called the model 9PA, became available in the U.S. in what year? a. b. c. d.
2001 2002 2003 2004
PCA.org model guide 3/22/17
3. It took Porsche 45 years to sell 750,00 model 911s. How many first-generation Cayennes were sold between 2002 and 2010? a. b. c. d.
110,917 205,457 299,997 346,117
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4. How many model year 2007 Cayennes were sold? a. b. c. d.
0 30,203 119,911 173,300
PCA.org model guide 3/22/17
5. The first-generation Cayenne featured full time all-wheel drive with locking differentials with low and high range gearing.
a. True b. False
PCA.org model guide 3/22/17
6. The second-generation Cayenne, which is called the model 92A, featured full time allwheel drive with locking differentials with single range gearing. a. True b. False
PCA.org model guide 3/22/17
7. The second-generation Cayenne, which is called the model 92A, sold how many units before it went out of production in 2017? a. b. c. d.
500,000+ 450,000 to 499,999 400,000 to 449,999 350,000 to 399,999
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8. The third generation Cayenne, which is called the model 9YA, will be released in the U.S. late 2018. It will share the MLB platform with which of its brothers? a. b. c. d. e.
VW Touareg Bentley Bentayga Audi Q7 a & b above b & c above
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9. The use of the MLB platform on the third generation Cayenne will make it 2.5” longer, 0.9” wider and 0.35” lower than previous model. The bigger third generation entry level Cayenne weighs a. b. c. d.
262 pounds more than the 2nd generation Cayenne 121 pounds more than the 2nd generation Cayenne 62 pounds less than the 2nd generation Cayenne 121 pounds less than the 2nd generation Cayenne , page 88
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10. The third generation Cayenne will introduce Porsche’s latest braking technology, PSCB (Porsche Surface Coated Brakes). The purpose of PSCB is a. to reduce unsprung weight even more than PCCB
b. c. d. e.
to reduce break dust to improve component longevity a & c above b & c above Excellence June 2018, page 91
11. The Macan was introduced in 2014. Its all-wheel drive system is a. b. c. d.
the same as the Audi Q5 as the Macan shares its platform with the Q5 the same as the Cayenne’s the same as the Carrera 4’s Panorama Feb 2014, page 45 the same VW Golf R’s
12. To increase off road traction and enhance stability the Cayenne uses a “square” tire setup in which all four tires are the same size. The Macan uses a. the same square tire set up b. rear tires wider than the front as the Macan is rear wheel drive biased Panorama Feb 2014, page 45 c. front tires that are wider than the rear as the Macan is front wheel drive biased d. tires that are wider at the front or at the rear depending on the model; i.e., be it a base, S, GTS or turbo. 13. Porsche’s industry leading PDK transmission is offered in a. b. c. d.
the Cayenne the Macan Panorama Feb 2014, page 44 a & b above not in any of their SUVs
Tires It has been a well known tag line “Where the rubber meets the road”. This is most certainly true of our Porsches, without those rubber contact patches on the road the cars would not go anywhere. 14. Tires were originally white, back in 1895 when they were first developed. Why are they black? a. To hide the dirt from the road b. Carbon black is added to the chemicals that make up the tires
c. Black goes well with most all car colors d. To allow for contrasting lettering and stripes Source -http://www.hugtheroads.com/why-are-tyres-black/ 15. At what age do most vehicle manufacturers say should tires be replaced? a. 4 years after they are installed on the vehicle b. 5years after the manufacture date c. 10 years after they are installed on the vehicle d. 6 years after the manufacture date Source tirerack.com 16. Porsche develops specifications for the tires that are placed on their vehicles. What is the common terminology for this specification? a. M-Spec b. N-Spec c. O-Spec d. P-Spec Source Porsche.com 17. What does the following symbol (aka Mountain Snowflake) indicate on a tire.
a. This is tire you must have if you are going skiing b. It is the equivalent of a tire marked M+S c. This tire is tested and shown to provide superior traction to an all season tire in severe snow conditions d. It designates that this is an all season tire Source – tirebuyer.com 18. What does the “Z” in this tire designation, 285/35ZR19 (99Y) tell you? a. maximum speed capability in excess of 149 mph, 240 km/h b. maximum speed capability in excess of 168 mph, 270 km/h c. maximum speed capability in excess of 186 mph, 300 km/h d. maximum speed capability in excess of 230 mph, 370 km/h Source – tirerack.com
19. What does the “99” in this tire designation, 285/35ZR19 (99Y) tell you? a. The tire has a load capacity of 1709 lbs or 775 kg b. The tire is not warmed up until it reaches 99deg F c. The tire has a load capacity of 1323 lbs or 600 kg d. The tire is not warmed up until it reaches 199deg F Source tirerack.com 20. What does the “285” in this tire designation, 285/35ZR19 (99Y) tell you? a. This tire will cost you $285 b. The tire is 28.5” in diameter c. The tire was manufactured in the 28th week of 2015 d. The section width of the tire is 11.22 inches Source- tirerack.com 21. Which of the following tire damages should not be repaired? a. There is a 1/8” puncture in the tread area b. The tire has been driven when flat with scuffing on the sidewall c. There is a 3/16” puncture in the tread area d. There is a 5/16” puncture in the tread area e. Both b & d f. Both b,c & d Source – tirerack.com 22. What can the can the Uniform Tire Quality Grade (UTQG) on the tire sidewall tell you? a. The dry coefficient of traction b. The wet coefficient of traction c. The temperature resistance in degrees F d. The temperature resistance in mph e. The relative expected tread wear f. a, b & c g. b & c h. b & d i. b, c & e Source – tirerack.com 23. Porsche has a tire manufacturer/manufacturers that is their “cooperation partner/partners”. Who is that manufacturer/manufacturers? a. Pirelli b. Goodyear c. Michelin d. Dunlop
e. Yokohama f. a & c g. a,c & d h. a,b,c,d &e Source Porsche.com 24. Porsche provides recommended tires for their vehicles including those they consider classic Porsches (986 and 996 and older). How many sets of tires have Porsche tested for the classic Porsches? a. More than 125 b. More than 150 c. More than 175 d. More than 200 Source Porsche.com
Porsche People
Our Club’s tag line is “It is not the cars, it is the people.” That is true even with the manufacturing company of Porsche AG. The people are the ones with the dreams, the plans and the designs. Without those people the cars would never exist.
There has only been one American at the helm of Porsche. He took his post January 1981, less than a decade after Porsche took their family owned company public, and he left the organization in December 1987. He died October 2017 at the age of 87. 25. His name was: a. John Byrne b. Peter Schutz c. Tony Lapine d. Al Hobert
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26. He earned this position in part due to a. numerous racing victories with Porsche b. his Wall Street experience coupled with his Harvard MBA c. his wife being Gertrude Piech, Ferry Porsche’s cousin d. being a Mechanical Engineer that worked for Caterpillar and Deutz engine Excellence April 2018, page 88
27. One of his first significant moves was to question why Porsche was planning on racing a 924 Turbo at Le Mans in 1981. He was told that: a. the 924 Turbo would win an outright victory b. it would win a class victory which would spotlight the upcoming 944 release Excellence April 2018, page 88 c. it was the only car that they could afford to race as Porsche was financially troubled d. the 936 was no longer race worthy 28. Uncertain of the truth of what he was being told about the 924 Turbo Le Man’s effort he a. refreshed the 917 with a 16 cylinder engine b. doubled the number of 924 Turbo entries to increase the odds of an outright victory c. withdrew from the Le Man’s effort and invested the money in Porsche’s Indy car effort d. pulled the 936 out of the museum and had the Indy car engine installed in it with the transaxle from the 917 Excellence April 2018, page 89 29. The production of the 911 was scheduled to end in late 1981. After learning that the 911 was Porsche’s most profitable model, he dramatically highlighted the fact that he was not on board with its extinction by a. personally racing a 911 turbo lettered with the words of “911s forever” to an outright victory at Pikes Peak b. publicly announcing his possible resignation if the 911 was not continued c. divorcing Gertude Piech over the family angst that was being created by the death of Ferry Porsche’s fabled car d. taking a black marker to the chart that showed the end of the 911 and extending the timeline shown clean off the end of the chart, onto the wall, around the corner and onto the next wall. Excellence April 2018, page 89 30. Under his leadership Porsche’s production and labor force by 1985 had a. grown by 25% b. grown by 50% c. grown by 75% d. grown by 100% Excellence April 2018, page 89 31. In 1981, when he took over the reins at Porsche the U.S. market accounted for 27% of Porsche’s unit sales. By 1985 the U.S. market accounted for how much of Porsche’s sales? a. 35% b. 47% c. 54% Excellence April 2018, page 89 d. 71%
32. Being an avid pilot, he had Porsche develop a version of the 911’s flat six engine that would be suitable for a small airplane. Car & Driver noted that this engine seemed more to correspond to his personal interest rather than a “response to legitimate market demands”. It was not a commercial success. The engine was installed into which aircraft? a. Lear b. Cessna c. Mooney Excellence April 2018, page 92 d. Boeing 33. In 1987 the dollar fell to almost half of its 1985 value against the Deutschmark. The falling dollar caused Porsche to dramatically increase car prices in the U.S. The Indy car program was a flop and there were no new car programs on the table. Porsche sales dropped drastically. The decision was made December 6, 1987 to fire the American CEO. What did he do next? a. He became a member of the Premier Speakers Bureau and earned $20,000 to $40,000 per presentation on leadership and management b. He wrote the book the The Driving Force c. He became CEO of Cessna, tripled sales there and then sold it to Textron d. a & b Excellence April 2018, page 93
Porsche Museum
As most PCA members know Porsche history and milestones are treasured and celebrated by Porsche. Nowhere is that more evident than in the new Porsche Museum in Stuttgart. 34.The street address for the current Porsche Museum in Stuttgart is a. Porscheplatz 1 b. Porschestrasse 1 c. Porscheplatz 911 d. Porschestrasse 911 Source Porsche.com 35. The street address for the old Porsche Museum was a. Porscheplatz 2 b. Porscheplatz 42 c. Porschestrasse 2 d. Porschestrasse 42 Source Original Porsche Museum Book published in German
36. Porsche famously displays a car upside down in the current museum. That car is what model a.917 b. 936 c. 956 d. 908 Source cbsnews.com 37. The old Porsche Museum opened in what year a. 1959 b. 1965 a. 1972 b. 1976 Source Original Porsche Museum Book published in German 38.The current Porsche Museum opened in what year a. 2005 b. 2007 c. 2009 d. 2011 Source Porsche.com 39.The old Porsche Museum displayed approximately how many vehicles a. 15 b. 20 c. 25 d. 30 Source Original Porsche Museum Book published in German 40. The current Porsche Muesum displays how many vehicles a. Over 50 b. Over 80 c. Over 100 d. Over 120 Source Porsche.com 41.The current Porsche Museum has two restaurants. They are called the a. Restaurant Christophorus and the Boxenstopp b. Restaurant 356 and the Carerra Café c. Restaurant 911 and the Rennsport Café d. Restaurant 917 and the Speedster Café
Source Porsche.com 42. The current Porsche Museum building was planned to cost ? and actually cost ? million Euros a. 50 & 65 b. 60 & 100 c. 75 & 110 d. 85 & 120 Source Wikipedia.com 43. In addition to the visitor’s area of the current museum houses two other important functions. They are a. The Porsche accounting department and museum workshop b. The Porsche PR department and museum workshop c. The Porsche archive and museum workshop d. The Porsche board room and museum workshop Source Porsche.com 44. There is a Porsche dealer across the street from the current Porsche Museum. This dealer ship is called a. Porsche am Zuffenhausen b. Porsche Autohandler Zuffenhausen c. Porsche Parkplatz Stuttgart d. Porsche Zentrum Stuttgart Source porsche-stuttgart.de 45. In 2012 the current Porsche Museum had two special exhibits, they were a. A tribute to “Butzi” Porsche and a celebration of 60 years of Porsche Clubs b. A celebration of Louise Piech’s 75th birthday and 60 years of car production in Stuttgart c. A celebration of the 40th anniversary win of the Tour de Corse and the 50th anniversary win of the French Grand Prix in a Porsche 804 by Dan Gurney d. A celebration of the 50th anniversary of the original Porsche Museum and the 40th anniversary of Porsche winning the Targa Florio Source- personal attendance at these events
Bonus Tie Breaker Questions
We all know that there are a lot of weird factoids about Porsche….here are a few to break any ties
46. Porsche helped Mercedes build one of the best ever sedans the Mercedes 500E. What Porsche assembly line built that car? a. Ludwigsfelede b. Osanbruck c. Leipzig d. Rössle Bau source motor1.com 47. Porsche worked with Audi to build the RS2 Avant. The RS2 used the wheels and side mirrors from what Porsche? a. 930 Turbo b. 959 c. 964 Turbo Source roadandtrack.com d. 993 Turbo 48. Before Porsche built the Cayenne, it built a prototype 4WD vehicle that never went in to production. That vehicle was what model? a. 406 b. 597 source roadandtrack.com c. 648 d. 921 49. Porsche famously put a 928 S4 V8 into a G Class Mercedes to create a rallye chase vehicle. What was the original rallye they did this for? a. Pan Asian b. Paris Dakar c. Patagonia d. Pharoh’s source motor1.com 50. The 986 Porsche Boxster was so popular Porsche needed another manufacturer to build enough to satisfy the demand. From 1997 until 2011 this manufacturer built Boxster for Porsche. The manufacturer was…..? a. Valmet Automotive source Wikipedia.com b. Continental c. Magna Steyr d. ZF