LOVING YOUR PORSCHE

Article by Steve and Dottie Kidd

February 2023 was celebrated with three distinctive social events for Gold Coast Region members

Event 1 The first was appropriately titled “Love Your Porsche” and consisted of two parts. The event started at the new Hagerty Garage and Social event space in Miami where members were greeted by a group of GCR volunteers (thanks Hans, Christy, John, Cecilia, Tom, Larry, Tamar, and Lori), who made sure check-in, parking and vehicle numbering were completed efficiently.

Every participant was given a heartshaped ballot to select their favorite Porsche. About 65 participants were then treated to a wide assortment of breakfast treats while socializing, and of course the Hagerty showroom had a RED 911 Carrera and a RED 968 CS (as in Club Sport).

The participants were divided into two groups with each group getting equal time to tour the Hagerty facility and go outside to Love the Porsches by selecting their favorite and recording the car’s number on their heart-shaped ballot.

After an appropriate amount of time, everyone was reassembled, the ballot box was opened, and the ballots counted. Surprise!!! The winner was a RED 1963 356, belonging to Jeffrey Sardis, who was awarded a set of GCR 60th anniversary wine glasses and a First-Place ribbon.

Other recognition awards and a few really cool door prizes were offered up and participants were allowed to take as many RED roses provided by the breakfast caterer as they wanted.

As participants departed each was given a GCR commemorative coffee mug that had the address of part 2 of the adventure. Special thanks to

Team Hagerty, particularly Jossen and Carlos, for their hospitality and assistance in making this a great event. Photo credits to Ian G. and Mark J. for providing photos for both activities.

Event 2 Luckily the address provided in the coffee cup was only about five miles away and participants could proceed at their own pace to the IKONICK COLLECTION and art museum. Members were welcomed by Barry S., the collection owner, and Brandon R, owner of The Auto Project, who designed and oversaw construction of both the Hagerty and Ikonick buildings.

It is difficult to put into words the beauty and exclusiveness of the cars and artwork. There were groupings of every significant sports car marque, including but not limited to Ferraris, McLarens, Lamborghinis, antique vehicles and of course Porsches. Barry was the perfect host who answered as many questions as possible about each car and its history. The Porsche section contained about twenty cars, including three exotics in Gulf livery.

After feasting our eyes on cars and artwork, the group was treated to a gourmet pizza lunch on the patio and more socializing. As things wound down and good-byes were said, parting comments included “you guys hit it out of the park” and “best event ever.” No worries; a follow up event is already in the works!

Event 3 This activity was held on February 14th (Valentine’s Day) at Galupi’s in Pompano Beach (home of one of GCR’s Thursday night socials). About 20 members partook in an excellent meal, wine, socializing and celebration of Cupid and Porsche. This was the fourth time GCR members met to enjoy this day in a great outdoor setting overlooking a golf course. One of the highlights was a couple who has attended all four of these events presenting Dottie with a white chocolate Porsche for her tireless work putting this all together. Each lady was presented with an individual rose to take home. Happy Valentine’s Day!