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The Poker Run Porsche’s New 911 GT3 RS Servicing The Low-Mileage Porsche PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA’S REGION OF THE YEAR

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APRIL 2O15 Features

Porsche’s New GT3 RS...................................12 The Poker Run................................................16 Servicing The Low-Mileage Porsche.............22 March Board of Directors Meeting................25

Future Events

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Porsche Parade 2015 - French Lick, IN............ 5 Getty Villa Tour................................................. 6 CA Festival of Speed Concours...................... 10 Autocross in Camarillo................................... 15 Porsches To The Parks - Memorial Day......... 19 4th Annual Street Survival School................. 20 Rusnak Service Clinic..................................... 21 The Gimmick Rally......................................... 24

Departments SBR Board of Directors & Appointees.............2 SBR Events Calendar.......................................3 President’s Column...........................................4 Camarillo Breakfast.........................................7 Santa Barbara Breakfast..................................9 Board of Directors Meeting ..........................25 Down The Road - Future Events....................26 Membership Page..........................................28 The Goodie Store...........................................29 Name Badge Ordering Information................30 Classified Ads................................................31 Directory of Advertisers.................................31 SBR Breakfast Maps......................................32

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The Poker Run Porsche’s New 911 GT3 RS Servicing The Low-Mileage Porsche PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA’S REGION OF THE YEAR

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President MIKE HODSON aitchpm@gmail.com 805-279-2252

Vice President BARRY WEINSTEIN BarryNVal@gmail.com 805-241-5641

Treasurer STEVE KALLER Steve@kallermgmt.com 818-489-4225

Secretary HOWARD RUBENSTEIN hrrca1@gmail.com 818-340-3366

Membership SUE KINSLING Sue_Kin@hotmail.com 805-386-8112

Activities DOREEN PANKOW DPankow@sbcglobal.net 805-527-8280

Goodie Store RICK & MARTIE THEISE theisem@aol.com 818-999-0401

Past President NICOLAS LIAKAS NicolasLiakas@gmail.com 818-706-6016

Editor JOHN ALFENITO DerAuspuff@gmail.com 818-436-9204 AUSPUFF APRIL 2O15

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Santa Barbara Region Board of Directors

PCA SANTA BARBARA REGION’S AWARD-WINNING MONTHLY MAGAZINE

Board Appointees

Editor

JOHN ALFENITO DerAuspuff@gmail.com

Advertising TED LIGHTHIZER TLighthizer@sbcglobal.net

Managing Editor

Susan Stone SE.Stone@verizon.net

Archives JAMES OLDHAM OldhamJames@msn.com

Associate Editors

BirGitta Baker Jeanne McNair

Advertising Director

Autocross STEVE FERRARI SteveFerrari@outlook.com

Ted Lighthizer TLighthizer@sbcglobal.net

Technical Editor

Concours KENNY & TARA BRUNDRETT californiasat@gmail.com

Chris Andropoulos chris@schneiderautohaus.com

Contributors

MIKE HODSON Nicolas Liakas HOWARD RUBENSTEIN Ron Williams

Distribution CHET & JOAN YABITSU yabitsu@charter.net Insurance JAMES EDWARDS James.F.Edwards@hotmail.com

Printing

Michael Dunwell Sir Speedy Printing 1161 Calle Suerte, Suite E Camarillo, CA 93012 805-484-7999

Mademoiselles PAMUELA HODSON uelacat@gmail.com Public Relations DICK LANGE LRLange@pacbell.net R.U.F. JOHN & JEANNE MCNAIR jjmcnair3@verizon.net Safety WILLIAM GRISWOLD wngriswold2@hotmail.com Webmaster RANDY FISHWICK Randy@my964.com

On The Web Website www.pcasb.org Facebook www.facebook.com/PCASBR Flickr www.flickr.com/groups/pcasb Der Auspuff Online www.issuu.com/pcasbr

Yearly Advertising Rates (12 issues)

Full Page (8.5 x 11 inches) $1870.00 Half Page (8.5 x 5.5 inches) $935.00 Quarter Page (3.5 x 4.75 inches) $635.00 Business Card (3.5 x 2 inches) $330.00

Deadline for submission of ad copy is the 10th of the month preceding the month of publication.

Graphic assistance available at no charge.

Please support our advertisers: We welcome commercial ads in Der Auspuff. They help support our club, and we encourage you to make your first call to those who help us enjoy our great hobby. Let them know you saw their ad in Der Auspuff. We also encourage you to promote your own business by becoming an advertiser yourself. For information, please contact: Ted Lighthizer 805-527-8280 tlighthizer@sbcglobal.net Der Auspuff, which translates as “the exhaust,” is the official publication of the Santa Barbara Region, Porsche Club of America. Chartered regions of PCA are granted permission to reprint any material herein provided full credit is given to the author and Der Auspuff (with the exception of copyrighted material). Any statement appearing in Der Auspuff is that of the author, and does not constitute an opinion of the Porsche Club of America, the Santa Barbara Region, its Board or Appointees, the Der Auspuff Editors, or its Staff. The Editorial Staff reserves the right to edit all material submitted for publication.

Deadline for submittal of material to be considered for Der Auspuff is the 10th of the month preceding the month of publication.

SBR Events Calendar

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REMEMB ER, APRIL IS ALTERNA TE VEHICLE CAMARILLO BREAKFAST............................................8:00 a.m MONTH Panera Bread & Johnny Rockets, Camarillo Outlets

CALIFORNIA FESTIVAL OF SPEED.............................three days Auto Club Speedway, Fontana SANTA BARBARA BREAKFAST...................................8:30 a.m.

Moby Dick Restaurant, Stearns Wharf THE GETTY VILLA IN MALIBU....................................page 6 > Santa Monica Mountains drive to the Getty Villa on P.C.H. AUTOCROSS IN CAMARILLO............................................ page 15 > Camarillo Airport

Tour The Getty Villa in Malibu Saturday, April 18, 2015

The Getty Villa, the original site of the J. Paul Getty Museum, is a recreation of a 2000-year-old country house in Italy. It re-opened in 2006 following the completion of a major renovation project. The villa houses approximately 44,000 works of art from the museum’s extensive collection of Greek, Roman, and Etruscan antiquities, of which more than 1200 are on view.

Enjoy a scenic drive through the Santa Monica mountains to the beautiful Getty Villa in Malibu. Explore the museum on your own or sign up on site for a tour. A picnic box lunch is included for just $25 per person, including activity fee. There is no charge for museum admitttance, but a $15 per vehicle parking fee must be paid individually upon arrival. R.S.V.P. to Greg Posner at pturbo@charter.net or call 818-590-7517.

Please complete and mail the registration form with check payable to PCA/SBR to: Greg Posner, 28884 Lake Vista Drive, Agoura Hills, CA 91301 Names: ____________________________________________________________________ Email address: ______________________________________________________________ Home Phone: __________________________ Cell Phone: __________________________ Number of participants: _____________ Amount included: ________________________ Please select box lunch & drink options for each person (box lunches include chips, cookie & beverage). ____ Deli Roast Turkey ____ Deli Roast Beef ____ Deli Smoked Ham & Cheese ____ Grilled Chicken on Ciabatta ____ Tuscan Piatto: Chicken Breast & Pasta Salad ____ Mediterranean Vegetable Baguette ____ Antipasti Salad Beverage Choice: ____ Bottled Water ____ Sprite ____ Coke ____ Diet Coke

No refunds after April 10, 2015.

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Requirements: Safe This event will& mechanically sound car. be run in compliance Please review with Zone 8 rules.PCA Zone 8 autocross Complete results rules for helmet and will be posted seatbelt on the SBR websiterequirements http://tinyurl.com/Z (pcasb.org) within two weeks of one8Rules the event.

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Posas exit Where: Take the Las Posas south, Las Camarillo Airport.

Camarillo. Take off the 101 in Pleasant Valley Road, n. turn right on Airport Way to T-intersectio turn right on follow the signs.

Turn right and ) approximate In at Airport Gate Check Schedule: (times 6:30 a.m. Registration Inspection begins 6:45 a.m. Tech Drivers Meeting 8:00 a.m. MandatoryRuns begin 4:30 p.m.)

Runs (to 8:30 a.m. Practice Official Timed 2:00 p.m. 3

ENTRY FEE: $85.00 PER DRIVER, INCLUDES A BARBECUE LUNCH.

• Extra BBQ lunches can be purchased with registration for $20 each.

• Enrollment limited to 65. Registration MUST be done online (see below).

• Course work is mandatory in order to run this Autocross.

• Porsche drivers: THIS IS A ZONE 8 SANCTIONED EVENT FOR POINTS.

• More than one person may drive a car, but each driver may drive only one car.

• All non-driver volunteers please register at: http://tinyurl.com/AutoXCamarillo • Questions? E-mail STEVE FERRARI at: SteveFerrari@outlook.com

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Registration and payment must be made online via MotorsportReg.com.

Please visit the registration site at: http://tinyurl.com/AutoXCamarillo

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Please read Zone 8’s Autocross rules 805.962.8015 De La Vina Street to insure you meet helmet2703 and car 805.563.0677 Santa Barbara, CA 93105 safety requirements: http://tinyurl.com/Zone8Rules

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May CAMARILLO BREAKFAST............................................8:00 a.m.

Panera Bread & Johnny Rockets, Camarillo Outlets SANTA BARBARA BREAKFAST...................................8:30 a.m.

Moby Dick Restaurant, Stearns Wharf BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING..............................6:30 p.m.

Ameci’s Pizza, Thousand Oaks RUSNAK FREE SERVICE CLINIC..................9:00 a.m./page 21> Rusnak/Westlake Porsche PORSCHES TO THE PARKS..........................................page 19 > Zion, Grand Canyon North Rim, Bryce Canyon National Parks

FREE PORSCHE SERVICE CLINIC SATURDAY, MAY 16, 9:OO AM-1:OOPM

RUSNAK/WESTLAKE PORSCHE You are invited to a complimentary Service Clinic at the new Rusnak/Westlake Porsche on Saturday, May 16th. Service Manager Sam Abergel will once again be our host for this day of free Porsche inspections.

You’ll stand beside a Certified Porsche Technician, who will answer all your questions and give you a written checklist of your Porsche’s vital signs. Then, your vehicle will be pampered with a free auto spa car wash.

Those attending will be treated to free food and a stable of 2015 Porsches to test drive. Last, but not least, Sam has offered all PCA members who attend the clinic a 15% discount on any recommended service or repairs performed within 30 days of this event!

Secure a reservation for your Porsche now. Call Kristen at 805-2675960. She’ll set up a service appointment for you on Saturday, May 16th.

Don’t miss this great opportunity to have your car inspected - FOR FREE - by one of Rusnak’s Certified Service Technicians - while enjoying the company of your fellow-PCA members. Call and reserve your spot today!

EXCLUSIVELY FOR PCA/SBR MEMBERS

ZION NATIONAL PARK-GRAND CANYON NORTH RIM-BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK

PORSCHES TO THE PARKS MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND • MAY 22-25 hotel Our destination its name to: has changed Express/ Holiday Inn ion Park.

Springdale-Z# remains The phone 00.

435-772-32

Come join us for a fun-filled trip over the 2015 Memorial Day weekend where you will see, explore and touch some of most majestic and awesome red rock and sandstone formations in America. We will experience the grandeur of Zion National Park on Saturday, a vertical sandstone world with miles of serpentine slot canyons and immense quietude and where hiking trails abound. On Sunday, we’ll take a scenic drive to the North Rim of the Grand Canyon to enjoy its majestic beauty.

Monday will be an optional day for those who want to stay and explore more scenic sights and avoid the holiday traffic. Just relax in Springdale or take a day trip with the group to Bryce Canyon National Park and stop at over a dozen view-points to see the breathtaking views and photo ops, all within a short walking distance from your car The Holiday Inn Express/Springdale-Zion Park will be our weekend home. Discounted rates are available until April 20th for king-size or two queen-size beds at $179 per night plus tax. This rate includes a hot breakfast for two. The rooms are individually climate controlled and have satellite TV and kitchenettes. There is also an outdoor pool and a hot tub that you can enjoy and a reserved area for parking our cars. Reservations may be made by calling the hotel at 435-772-3200. Please indicate you are with PCA-SBR. http://www.zionparkinn.com/ If you are interested in participating in this action-packed weekend, register with Ted Lighthizer and Doreen Pankow at dpankow@sbcglobal.net or (805) 527-8280 prior to April 20th. The fee for the entire weekend is $125 and includes three dinners, tax, gratuities and activity fee. Note: No refunds will be made after May 17th for this fee. Payment and registration form must be received no later than April 20, 2015.

Send to: Doreen Pankow, 2251 Brownstone Creek Ave, Simi Valley, CA 93063. Make checks payable to PCA/SBR.

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PORSCHES TO THE PARKS MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND • MAY 22-25 Names: _________________________________________________ Email Address: _____________________________________________ Phone: ______________________ Cell Phone: ____________________ Check enclosed for the amount of: _______________ ($125 per person to PCA/SBR) Plan to stay Monday to explore other scenic sites? Yes___ No___ Cancellations after May 17th will not receive a refund.

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CAMARILLO BREAKFAST........................................... 8:00 a.m.

Panera Bread & Johnny Rockets, Camarillo Outlets SANTA BARBARA BREAKFAST.................................. 8:30 a.m.

Moby Dick Restaurant, Stearns Wharf TIRE RACK STREET SURVIVAL SCHOOL................... page 20 > Camarillo Airport THE GIMMICK RALLY ................................................ page 24 > Starts at Rusnak/Westlake Porsche

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PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA • SANTA BARBARA REGION presents the TIRE RACK Street Survival School For Teenage Drivers at the Camarillo Airport

IT’S ABOUT MORE THAN DRIVING – IT’S ABOUT LIVING! Only Licensed or Permitted drivers AGES 15-21 are eligible to sign up.

Register at: www.streetsurvival.org/school-schedule-registration/ The primary emphasis of The Tire Rack Street Survival® program is a “hands-on” driving experience in real world situations. We use your own car to teach you about its handling limits and how you can control them.

Students are given two hours of classroom training interspersed with a series of driving exercises with a coach while driving their own car. Students practice various braking and avoidance exercises using a variety of cone configurations, and they practice controlling their cars on a wet skid pad.

Challenging courses are created in a controlled area to allow the students to experience abnormal car behavior and then learn the proper way to handle the new situation. This provides the students with useful skills to help avoid accidents and to learn how to keep their cars under control in a skid.

SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 2015 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Camarillo Airport Cost: $75 per student (includes lunch)

For more information go to: www.streetsurvival.org or call 502-649-4871 PCA/SBR local contacts: Ted Lighthizer tlighthizer@sbcglobal.net Doreen Pankow dpankow@sbcglobal.net

The students will become more observant of the traffic situations they find themselves in. They’ll learn to look far enough ahead to anticipate unwise actions of other drivers. As the students master the application of physics to drive their cars, they will make fewer unwise driving actions themselves.

simon says: no googling answers on the rally!

no problem. porsche people participate properly with pride.

SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2015 PCA-SBR

Meeting time is 8:00 a.m. at Rusnak/Westlake Porsche, 3839 Auto Mall Drive, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362, where we’ll be offered complimentary coffee and pastries.

Our drive will take us on some roads just made for Porsches. The rally will last somewhat over two hours of fun driving and beautiful scenery. No racing here. Only careful powers of observation and clever thinking will put you in the winners’ circle. The top three teams, as determined by the highest number of correct answers, will be our winners and receive prizes.

You will need a driver in a Porsche, a navigator (not in a Lincoln), and a clipboard with pen or pencil.

Water, sunglasses, and sunscreen may come in handy, too.

The rally will end at Dos Vientos Center in Newbury Park. There, we’ll be treated to a great barbecue lunch from Q-Time BBQ. The total cost is $30 per person, including lunch, drinks, and SBR activity fee. This is always a popular event, so don’t be left out. Please R.S.V.P. by filling out the form below and submitting it with your check.

THE GIMMICK RALLY - SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2015 NAMES: ________________________________________ EMAIL: _________________________________________ PHONE #: ________________________________________ # OF PARTICIPANTS: ___ AMOUNT ENCLOSED: ________________ Make your check payable to PCA/SBR and mail it by June 24, 2015 to: JERRY & PAM LASNIK, 25 MARIMAR STREET, THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91360 Sorry, no refunds for cancellations after June 22, 2015.

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’ll never forget my first ride in a Porsche. My best friend from high school and I hadn’t seen each other for several years, and we finally agreed to get together. Imagine my surprise when he showed up in a bright green 914-4! Understandably proud of his new ride, we took a drive right away. At first, I was not impressed with the acceleration, having been raised on American V-8 muscle cars. A sharp corner was next, and before I could scream like a schoolgirl, we made it -- no drama. If I had tried that maneuver in my car, the sidewalk would have been our best friend. That was the day I began to appreciate handling versus raw horsepower.

The next page in my Porsche memory book was when a colleague brought his girlfriend’s yellow 1976 911S to work. After a short cruise, I was hooked for life.

The perfect blend of performance and comfort, I had found my dream car. Not long after that day, my dream came true -- a 1969 911T Targa became my daily driver.

Some days, the dream felt more like a nightmare as the euphoria phase became the reality phase with wilting repair bills. Emotion had gotten the better of me, and I literally paid the price.

Since then, I have had the pleasure of driving and riding in various Porsche models, both two- and fourdoor. Rides and drives in RUF-modified machines, including the legendary Yellow Bird, made me appreciate what could be done to make an outstanding automobile even better.

Skepticism was my first reaction when learning about the Cayenne. Having driven and owned other SUVs, I was prepared to be disappointed. After my first drive on a test track, the Cayenne proved worthy of the Porsche badge. An article in Der Auspuff gave me a chance to express my surprise and support of the “interloper.” Hard to believe it has been over 10 years since the Cayenne was introduced. Annually the biggest selling model for Porsche, the Cayenne provides valuable development revenue for the sports car models. Now a very good friend owns a Cayenne GTS, arguably the best four-door people mover on the planet. Sign me up!

Another good friend offered a drive in his 997 GT3 several years back. Never, never, never did I imagine anything that would turn my head away from my beloved Turbo. Emotions during the drive were conflicting – feeling the car reacting instantaneously to the slightest input was magical, but the fear of something bad happening was sobering. I loved/hated to see the drive end!

The Panamera caught me by surprise. A four-door Porsche sedan? Seriously? Once again, a demo drive at speed proved the car worthy. I thought luxury and performance were mutually exclusive. Wow, was I wrong!

Why am I relating my personal Porsche history? Because we all have our passion for the cars we love and passion for those we don’t. I welcome and enjoy all the Porsche models -- two-door, four-door and no-door -- into the Santa Barbara Region and especially their owners. We are all members of the same team. Now let’s go out and enjoy!

HELP WANTED

Our region needs new managers for The Goodie Store. Rick & Martie Theise are moving back to Georgia, which necessitates a change in Goodie Store management.

This volunteer position requires a commitment of time and work. Your responsibilities will include inventory procurement, storage, transport and sales.

Ideally, The Goodie Store will be open for business at a majority of our monthly breakfast meetings and at a few major events throughout the year. This job has worked most efficiently in the past when shared by two people.

If you would like to join the SBR Board of Directors and become more active with the club, and if you have the time and energy to commit to this position, please contact President Mike Hodson (805-279-2252) ASAP for more information.

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For more information, call Dustin Troyan at 818.584.3240 and visit www.lavaggio.net

JUNE 21 -27, 2015 The French Lick Springs Resort

ART SHOW KIDS’ EVENTS TECH ACADEMY COOKING SCHOOL 5K RUN/WALK PARADE OF PORSCHES MICHELIN DRIVE & COMPARE

MAKE YOUR PLANS NOW TO JOIN US IN BEAUTIFUL INDIANA YOU MUST PRE-REGISTER TO ATTEND DON’T DELAY! REGISTER NOW!

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Tour The Getty Villa in Malibu Saturday, April 18, 2015

The Getty Villa, the original site of the J. Paul Getty Museum, is a recreation of a 2000-year-old country house in Italy. It re-opened in 2006 following the completion of a major renovation project. The villa houses approximately 44,000 works of art from the museum’s extensive collection of Greek, Roman, and Etruscan antiquities, of which more than 1200 are on view.

Enjoy a scenic drive through the Santa Monica mountains to the beautiful Getty Villa in Malibu. Explore the museum on your own or sign up on site for a tour. A picnic box lunch is included for just $25 per person, including activity fee. There is no charge for museum admitttance, but a $15 per vehicle parking fee must be paid individually upon arrival. R.S.V.P. to Greg Posner at pturbo@charter.net or call 818-590-7517.

Please complete and mail the registration form with check payable to PCA/SBR to: Greg Posner, 28884 Lake Vista Drive, Agoura Hills, CA 91301 Names: ____________________________________________________________________ Email address: ______________________________________________________________ Home Phone: __________________________ Cell Phone: __________________________ Number of participants: _____________ Amount included: ________________________ Please select box lunch & drink options for each person (box lunches include chips, cookie & beverage). ____ Deli Roast Turkey ____ Deli Roast Beef ____ Deli Smoked Ham & Cheese ____ Grilled Chicken on Ciabatta ____ Tuscan Piatto: Chicken Breast & Pasta Salad ____ Mediterranean Vegetable Baguette ____ Antipasti Salad Beverage Choice: ____ Bottled Water ____ Sprite ____ Coke ____ Diet Coke AUSPUFF APRIL 2O15

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No refunds after April 10, 2015.

Camarillo Breakfast

March 7, 2015 119 Attendees 76 Porsches

EVENT PHOTOS BY JOHN ALFENITO

Welcome Rusty Spragg of Newbury Park

Meet Kenji Watabe of Ventura

New SBR member Mike Summer of Simi Valley

Here are new members Lisa & Dave Fluke from Newbury Park.

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New member Brian Clarke from Ventura

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Neil G. McAuliffe, PCA/SBR Member since 2003

McAuliffe Financial Services, Inc. Call us at

805-497-2332

www.McAuliffeFinancialServices.com

• Helicopter Sightseeing & Tours • Aerial Photography • Flights for Special Events

Fritz & Joanne Stover Owners

(805)338-7362 fly@hoverdogsinc.com

2660 Townsgate Road, Suite 160 Westlake Village, CA 91361 CA Insurance License No. 0454144 - Securities offered through Crown Capital Securities, L.P. - Member FINRA/SIPC

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Santa Barbara Breakfast

March 14, 2015 53 Attendees 34 Porsches

EVENT PHOTOS BY RON WILLIAMS

Meet new member Doug Shreves from S.B.

Father/son duo Charles & Perry Will, also from S.B., have joined the club

A smiling Andy Gault

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Come in and check out this enthusiast-built 2013 911 Carrera 4S Coupe finished in Aqua Blue Metallic over Black/Platinum Grey two-tone Full Leather. The car includes such features as Navigation, Bose Audio Package, Sport Exhaust Package, 20” Sport Design Wheels, Sport Design Package and the hard to find 7-Speed manual transmission. With low miles and the Porsche Approved Certified Pre-Owned Warranty, this is the 911 for you! (Stock # 5117) Subject to availability.

RUSNAK CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED OF THE MONTH

Call or come in today! Ask for Richard Reckley.

$95,996

MEET BRAND MANAGER/RETAIL COORDINATOR - ASHLEY SERINO Ashley Serino has been our Brand Manager/Retail Coordinator since June 2013. She oversees The Porsche Boutique and ThePorscheBoutique.com, and is committed to a Five Star experience for all of those shopping at our store. She is extremely knowledgeable about Porsche After Sales accessories and merchandise, which makes it easy for you to find just what you’re looking for. Ashley also manages The Porsche Boutique’s social media pages on Facebook and Instagram, where she posts pictures of cars in our inventory, and exclusive specials on Driver’s Selection merchandise. She makes a point to attend most, if not all, Rusnak/Westlake Porsche Dealership events, as well as most of the SBR Camarillo breakfasts. Her passion for the Porsche brand definitely shines through her work, which makes every shopping experience at The Porsche Boutique an enjoyable one.

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The New Porsche GT3 RS: The Ultima

STORY & PHOTOS FROM PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA

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he new Porsche 911 GT3 RS breaks down the barrier between road-going sports cars and race cars. It is equipped with the maximum amount of motorsport technology that is currently possible in a street-legal 911 suitable for everyday driving. Extensive modifications to its drivetrain, aerodynamics, and lightweight design take performance to an even higher level than the 911 GT3. With a Nürburgring Nordschleife lap time of seven minutes and 20 seconds, the new 911 GT3 RS surpasses the 911 GT3 by five seconds, making it the fastest current generation 911 on the famous German racetrack. The 911 GT3 RS is celebrating its world premiere at the 2015 Geneva International Motor Show.

Motorsport expertise is the driving force behind this superior performance. The 911 GT3 RS is powered by a four-liter, six-cylinder engine developing 500 hp and 338 lb.-ft. of torque, combined with a specially developed PDK transmission. The engine has the largest displacement and most power of any naturally aspirated engine with direct fuel injection in the 911 family, accelerating the high-performance sports car from zero

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to 60 miles per hour in 3.1 seconds and propelling it through the quarter mile on the track in 11.2 seconds.

Functions such as declutching by “paddle neutral” – which is comparable to pressing the clutch with a conventional manual gearbox – and speed limiting via the Pit Speed button have been adapted from motorsport use. They give drivers more freedom in terms of driving dynamics, while providing them with a maximum level of control and engagement.

The 911 GT3 RS is a masterpiece of intelligent lightweight design. For the first time, the roof is made of magnesium; carbon fiber is used for the engine and luggage compartment lids, and other components are made of weight-saving materials. This makes the RS model around 22 pounds (10 kilograms) lighter than the 911 GT3. Furthermore, the lightweight roof lowers the sports car’s center of gravity, which improves its already excellent lateral dynamics. The body comes from the 911 Turbo, and it signifies its status as a raceinspired driving machine with its RS-specific aerodynamic enhancements. The front spoiler lip, which sits

ate 911 For High-Performance Drivers close to the ground, and the large rear wing reinforce its dominant look.

characteristics, even sharper steering response, and even greater cornering speeds.

A 30-centimeter-wide recess extends centrally over the CFRP hood and the magnesium roof. This feature is a stylistic reference to the recess on the luggage compartment lid of the classic 911 models with air-cooled engines, while highlighting the two largest lightweight components of the new 911 GT3 RS. Another characteristic is the unique front wheel arch air vents that extend into the upper section of the fenders – just like on purebred race cars. They increase downforce at the front axle.

The interior design of the 911 GT3 RS with Alcantara® elements is based on the current 911 GT3. One key new feature is the full bucket seats, which are based on the carbon bucket seats from the 918 Spyder. The optional Sport Chrono Package features – in addition to its integrated timers – the Porsche Track Precision app for smartphone use. The Track Precision app can be used to have times automatically measured via GPS, and to log data on a smartphone for many driving parameters such as vehicle speed, lateral acceleration as well as deceleration and acceleration in the driving direction. It manages this data and lets the driver share and compare it with results from other drivers.

The 911 GT3 RS can be ordered now, and it will launch in the U.S. in early July of 2015. In the United States, the MSRP is $175,900, not including a $995 destination charge. =

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The chassis of the 911 GT3 RS has been tuned for maximum driving dynamics and precision. Rear-axle steering and Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus with fully variable rear axle differential lock increases agility and dynamics, and the wider track in front and at the rear reduces body roll even further than in the 911 GT3. In addition, the 911 GT3 RS comes with the widest tires of any 911 model. The results: even more agile turn-in

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PORSchE POKER RUN THE COLOR OF MONEY

STORY BY MIKE HODSON PHOTOS BY JOHN ALFENITO & NICOLAS LIAKAS Pamuela Hodson fans out the cards at the starting point where everyone made their first pick.

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a gotta love springtime, especially in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties. We get to enjoy the best weather of the year -- not too cold (oh, those brutal Santa Barbara winters!), not too warm, with ideal humidity most of the time.

Everything is blooming, and despite the dismal amount of rain we have received, the hills are as green as they will be all year. Green hills, green valleys, green for St. Patrick’s Day, and green – the color of money. On the morning of March 21st, money was the focus of the day.

Everyone collected their first “card” at the starting location in beautiful Agoura Hills. Emotions and competitive spirits ran high early, the euphoric mood palpably strong in the air. As each card was drawn, the players immediately ranked their winning chances.

Face cards are always lusted after, their perceived value potentially much greater than their actual value. Some brave souls elected to have their playing partner draw for them. “High value” cards were rewarded with smiles, “low value” cards, well, not so much.

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The usual announcements were made regarding speed limits, no prizes for finishing first, etc. New for this year was the half-joking admonition, “If you make your passenger ill, you are disqualified.”

Many of us, myself included, have a rather strong competitive streak that needs to be put away for such events.

Finally, 36 Porsches containing 70 poker players set off on a gorgeous spring day, visions of victory dancing in their heads. The drive began rather sedately, and then “those twistin’, turnin’ roads” (made famous in the song) were met. We have a plethora of fun driving/riding/cycling routes in our area. The trick is to choose those that have not been recently used, combined with the “fun to drive” factor, even from the right seat. Soon after the start, up we climbed, reaching our highest elevation of the day, 1,936 feet, after only 7.7 miles.

Quickly we came upon card stop #2, staffed by our friendly, efficient and, most importantly, noncorruptible volunteer. Descending back down, the struggle was to keep our eyes on the road and not be distracted by the drop-dead gorgeous views. Up, over and sideways down, and then another card stop was soon on the radar. Then came a welcome respite from the forearm-workout twisties as a leisurely (for some) cruise down PCH was next.

The final en route card stop #4 brought home reality. Players, now with a handful of nothing, realized that finishing in the top three was

At left: The first group of Porsches lines up on Mulholland Highway where the participants were dealt their second cards.

Above left: Pre-run registration at Agoura Hills City Hall and the dealing of the first card.

Above right: Picnic lunch under the “sails� at Dos Vientos Community Park.

Below: The winners split the $440 pot. (L-R) Best Hand Pam Alfenito, Third Best Hand Kent Bodin, and Second Best Hand Phyllis Weaver with our event organizer/dealer Mike Hodson. highly unlikely. Therefore, it was time to lean back and enjoy the rest of the drive. Our last peak of the day was only 1,048 feet above sea level, but it was worth the effort.

Three fives took first place!

Too soon for some and not soon enough for others, the entourage turned in to Dos Vientos Community Park. Everyone had their poker sheets at the ready, anxious to compare with the other players. Unlike previous iterations, the hands were moderate, not extreme.

Picnic lunches were unpacked, with an eclectic variety of eats from mundane to magnificent! Everyone got exactly what they wanted to eat and drink, with grand conversation and camaraderie adding to the fun.

After careful scrutineering by the official scrutineers, the winners were announced. Kent Bodin slid into third place, with Phyllis Weaver taking second by half-a-whisker!

First place went to Pam Alfenito, the much-deserving Der Auspuff widow.

Below: Most of the 70 participants ready to embark on a spirited tour in their quest for cash.

Many thanks are due to our volunteers: Neil McAuliffe, Pam and Chris Hodson, Dave and Sue Stone, Brian and Linda Rubino, plus the unsung heroes of our club, Ted Lighthizer and Doreen Pankow. Finally, the event would not have occurred without our sponsor, Rusnak Westlake Porsche. Thanks to everyone, and congrats to all for a wonderful day! = DE R

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Monday will be an optional day for those who want to stay and explore more scenic sights and avoid the holiday traffic. Just relax in Springdale or take a day trip with the group to Bryce Canyon National Park and stop at over a dozen view-points to see the breathtaking views and photo ops, all within a short walking distance from your car The Holiday Inn Express/Springdale-Zion Park will be our weekend home. Discounted rates are available until April 20th for king-size or two queen-size beds at $179 per night plus tax. This rate includes a hot breakfast for two. The rooms are individually climate controlled and have satellite TV and kitchenettes. There is also an outdoor pool and a hot tub that you can enjoy and a reserved area for parking our cars. Reservations may be made by calling the hotel at 435-772-3200. Please indicate you are with PCA-SBR. http://www.zionparkinn.com/ If you are interested in participating in this action-packed weekend, register with Ted Lighthizer and Doreen Pankow at dpankow@sbcglobal.net or (805) 527-8280 prior to April 20th. The fee for the entire weekend is $125 and includes three dinners, tax, gratuities and activity fee. Note: No refunds will be made after May 17th for this fee. Payment and registration form must be received no later than April 20, 2015.

Send to: Doreen Pankow, 2251 Brownstone Creek Ave, Simi Valley, CA 93063. Make checks payable to PCA/SBR.

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PORSCHES TO THE PARKS MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND • MAY 22-25 Names: _________________________________________________ Email Address: _____________________________________________ Phone: ______________________ Cell Phone: ____________________ Check enclosed for the amount of: _______________ ($125 per person to PCA/SBR) Plan to stay Monday to explore other scenic sites? Yes___ No___ Cancellations after May 17th will not receive a refund.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 2O, 2O15

PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA • SANTA BARBARA REGION presents the TIRE RACK Street Survival School For Teenage Drivers at the Camarillo Airport

IT’S ABOUT MORE THAN DRIVING – IT’S ABOUT LIVING! Only Licensed or Permitted drivers AGES 15-21 are eligible to sign up.

Register at: www.streetsurvival.org/school-schedule-registration/ The primary emphasis of The Tire Rack Street Survival® program is a “hands-on” driving experience in real world situations. We use your own car to teach you about its handling limits and how you can control them.

Students are given two hours of classroom training interspersed with a series of driving exercises with a coach while driving their own car. Students practice various braking and avoidance exercises using a variety of cone configurations, and they practice controlling their cars on a wet skid pad.

Challenging courses are created in a controlled area to allow the students to experience abnormal car behavior and then learn the proper way to handle the new situation. This provides the students with useful skills to help avoid accidents and to learn how to keep their cars under control in a skid.

The students will become more observant of the traffic situations they find themselves in. They’ll learn to look far enough ahead to anticipate unwise actions of other drivers. As the students master the application of physics to drive their cars, they will make fewer unwise driving actions themselves.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 2015 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

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You’ll stand beside a Certified Porsche Technician, who will answer all your questions and give you a written checklist of your Porsche’s vital signs. Then, your vehicle will be pampered with a free auto spa car wash.

Those attending will be treated to free food and a stable of 2015 Porsches to test drive. Last, but not least, Sam has offered all PCA members who attend the clinic a 15% discount on any recommended service or repairs performed within 30 days of this event!

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The Tech Report

Servicing The Low-Mileage Porsche

BY CHRIS ANDROPOULOS Santa Barbara Region Tech Editor

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orsches were designed to be driven, and driven hard.

If your Porsche could talk, it would tell you that it wants to be driven every day! Unfortunately, this is not always possible or desirable in our daily lives, so the Porsche is often left to languish in the garage while the grocery-getter is used. Porsches also tend to stay holed away during periods of inclement weather. In response to this, I must quote our club president, Mike Hodson: “Porsches do not melt in the rain!”

Regardless of the reason, many Porsches are only driven a few thousand miles per year or less.

Because of Porsche’s increased mileage-based maintenance intervals for its modern cars, some of these low-mileage cars are actually under-maintained. A certain level of maintenance and care is necessary to keep your Porsche in prime condition and ready to go the next time the open road beckons.

Engine Oil

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of mileage. Porsche itself implemented this policy several years ago in response to sludge issues that resulted from its previous 15,000mile intervals. Infrequent running and/or short trips also promotes moisture buildup in the engine crankcase, which in turn leads to increased potential for harmful sludge buildup. In short, change the engine oil every year. It is cheap insurance!

Transmission/Gearbox Oil

Manual gearbox oil tends to not be as highly stressed as engine oil, but it does require periodic oil level checks and replacement. The recommended interval in modern Porsche gearboxes is 60,000 miles.

If the car in question has fewer miles but is coming up on its 10th birthday, a gearbox oil change is a good idea. Like engine oil, gear oil

contains additives that do break down over time. In addition, most Porsches use transaxles, which means that the gearbox and differential share the same oil, which increases wear and tear on the lubricant. When the gearbox oil is drained, it can be inspected for debris that would indicate synchronizer wear or any other issues.

Tiptronic and PDK transmissions should also have their fluids changed at 60K miles or 10 years; the Tiptronic transmission has a fluid filter that should be replaced at the same time.

Brake Fluid

Brake fluid is hygroscopic by nature, meaning that it absorbs moisture from the air, whether the vehicle is driven or not. When exposed to air, brake fluid moisture

content tends to increase by about 1% per year. Levels of as low as 2% can cause the fluid nearest to the brake rotors to boil during extended periods of hard braking. Moisture in the system can also corrode internal brake system components in the long term. Therefore, brake fluid should be flushed every two years, regardless of mileage. This includes the clutch hydraulic circuit of manual transmission-equipped Porsches.

Spark Plugs

I must say that I have never encountered a seized spark plug or damaged threads in any of the engines in question, even when the original 10- to 12-year old spark plugs have been removed. Difficultto-remove spark plugs can be an issue in colder and/or wetter climates than Southern California, so if your car has previously resided in such an environment, prophylactic replacement after four years would be a good idea.

Air Filters

Again, Porsche specifies various mileage-based engine air filter replacement intervals based on the engine and the size of the air filter(s) in question. For example, the Panamera uses a huge filter element that does not require replacement until 80,000 miles! However, the factory also recommends replacing all air filters every four years, regardless of mileage. This requirement is perhaps more dubious than the timebased spark plug requirement, as air filters tend to have a very long shelf life and do not appreciably wear when not in use. My shop will normally inspect engine and cabin air filters during a major service and replace as necessary, as the dirtiness of an air filter varies based on how and where the car is driven.

Battery

As discussed in the March 2010 column, modern batteries will discharge slightly even while sitting on a shelf. If your Porsche normally sits idle for periods of several weeks, a digital battery trickle charger/ maintainer is vital to ensure that the engine will start when desired and that the battery will last more than a year or two!

In addition to the above, an annual inspection of your Porsche by a pair of trained eyes will ensure that everything is in optimal condition. Any potential issues that are noted can be addressed before they become expensive problems! =

Chris Andropoulos

is the Service Manager and a technician at Schneider Autohaus in Santa Barbara (a Der Auspuff advertiser). Chris is a lifelong Porsche “nut” and is fascinated with and knowledgeable about all Porsches, from 356s to the latest GT3s. When he’s not racing his daily-driven 944 Turbo at PCA and POC track events, he can be found enjoying the beaches, ocean, and mountains of beautiful Santa Barbara. chris@schneiderautohaus.com

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Porsche has a prescribed spark plug replacement interval for all of its engines, usually expressed in terms of mileage. This can be anywhere from 24,000-60,000 miles, depending on the engine (see your owner’s manual for more info). However, for its model year 2001 and newer engines, Porsche stipulates spark plug replacement every four years for all models. This is likely to prevent the possibility of the spark plugs becoming partially seized in the aluminum cylinder heads.

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NEW EVENT simon says: no googling answers on the rally!

no problem. porsche people participate properly with pride.

SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2015 PCA-SBR

Meeting time is 8:00 a.m. at Rusnak/Westlake Porsche, 3839 Auto Mall Drive, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362, where we’ll be offered complimentary coffee and pastries.

Our drive will take us on some roads just made for Porsches. The rally will last somewhat over two hours of fun driving and beautiful scenery. No racing here. Only careful powers of observation and clever thinking will put you in the winners’ circle. The top three teams, as determined by the highest number of correct answers, will be our winners and receive prizes.

You will need a driver in a Porsche, a navigator (not in a Lincoln), and a clipboard with pen or pencil.

Water, sunglasses, and sunscreen may come in handy, too.

The rally will end at Dos Vientos Center in Newbury Park. There, we’ll be treated to a great barbecue lunch from Q-Time BBQ. The total cost is $30 per person, including lunch, drinks, and SBR activity fee. This is always a popular event, so don’t be left out. Please R.S.V.P. by filling out the form below and submitting it with your check.

THE GIMMICK RALLY - SATURDAY, JUNE 27, 2015 NAMES: ________________________________________ EMAIL: _________________________________________ PHONE #: ________________________________________ # OF PARTICIPANTS: ___ AMOUNT ENCLOSED: ________________ Make your check payable to PCA/SBR and mail it by June 24, 2015 to: JERRY & PAM LASNIK, 25 MARIMAR STREET, THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91360 Sorry, no refunds for cancellations after June 22, 2015.

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SBR Board of Directors Meeting

March 11, 2015

Ameci’s Pizza - Thousand Oaks MINUTES RECORDED BY HOWARD RUBENSTEIN Editor: John Alfenito reported that a new flier has been created for the June 27, 2015 Gimmick Rally. A new quarter-page ad was constructed for returning advertiser, Ghost Shield. The transition back to Sir Speedy’s printing facility in Camarillo is complete.

The following reports and discussions were presented:

Distribution: 756 copies of the February Der Auspuff were mailed at a postage cost of $370.56, which leaves $866.12 in the SBR account at the Post Office for the March mailing. An additional $1,200 was approved to cover the costs for future Der Auspuff mailings.

Secretary: The January 2015 bi-monthly board meeting minutes, taken by Doreen Pankow, were approved as submitted.

Vice President: No report.

Treasurer: Steve Kaller reported on the following financial statements for February 2015: (1) ending balance sheet by month and year-to-date comparison on a cash basis, (2) balance sheet with previous year comparison, (3) income & expense by month and prior year comparison on an accrual basis, and (4) income & expense by month and year-to-date comparison on an accrual basis, (5) income & expense by month and year-to-date comparison on a cash basis and (6) income & expense by event. The 2014 year-end bank balance was approximately the same as the prior year.

Membership: During the month of February, nine new members joined our region and at the end of February our membership stood at 723, which is seven fewer than last month.

Activities: Doreen Pankow reported that all driving tour events through June are fully planned. The Street Survival School for June is completely booked. A motion for an airport fee of $570 was made, approved and a check given for the Survival School.

The Chili Cook-Off date has been moved up a week from September 26 to September 19, 2015.

Advertising: All advertisers are current on their accounts. No change in the number of advertisers and none are expected to drop in the foreseeable future.

Goodie Store: Martie & Rick Theise, managers of the Goodie Store, will be relocating. The Board will be looking for a replacement.

Insurance: All certificates of liability insurance coverage have been received and distributed to specific event coordinators, with the exception of the “Getty Villa Tour.”

Concours: Concours chairs requested the next installment of the deposit for Sherwood Country Club. A motion was made and approved for $2000, which is due by April 14, 2015.

Autocross: There are 22 participants and three volunteers currently signed up. Steve Ferrari stated that the airport has been paid, the insurance certificate issued, and portable toilets reserved.

Archives: No report.

Webmaster: Various updates have been made to the current PCASB.org website.

Safety: No report.

Porsche Mademoiselle Society: No report.

R.U.F.: A new R.U.F. event is being planned for April.

Public Relations: Dick Lange submitted an article to Panorama on our recent outing to “The Missions of Santa Barbara County.”

Past President: No Report President: Mike Hodson advised that submissions have been made to PCA National for the following awards: Region of the Year, Public Service Award, Newsletter contest, and Website contest.

The final instructor guidelines are now policy for all PCA/SBR autocross events.

PCA will be celebrating their 60th anniversary throughout this year. PCA National had offered PCA 60th anniversary banners to our region at no cost. The banners will be displayed at various events throughout the year.

Old Business: Deposit check has been given to Kenny & Tara Brundrett for the 2015 Concours at Sherwood Country Club.

The Board approved the charity for 2015 to be the Tri-Counties Make-A-Wish Foundation.

New Business: Zone 8 Representative Tom Brown submitted PCA’s policy for all social media.

Board members were requested to submit a job description.

A proposal was made to establish a Volunteer Recruitment Program.

Meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m.

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Present were: Mike Hodson, Doreen Pankow, Barry Weinstein, Chet & Joan Yabitsu, Sue Kinsling, John Alfenito, Steve Kaller, Howard Rubenstein, Dick Lange, Kenny & Tara Brundrett, Nick Liakas and Steve Ferrari.

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Down The Road

SBR’S UPCOMING EVENTS & DATES OF INTEREST

APRIL 10-12 APRIL 17-19 APRIL 18 APRIL 25 MAY 16 MAY 22-26

JUNE 20 JUNE 27 JULY 4

JULY 12 JULY 18 AUGUST 13-16

AUGUST 22 SEPTEMBER 12 SEPTEMBER 19 SEPTEMBER 25-27 OCTOBER 18 NOVEMBER 14 NOVEMBER 21 DECEMBER 6 DEC 13 AUSPUFF APRIL 2O15

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ZONE 8 FESTIVAL OF SPEED LONG BEACH GRAND PRIX GETTY VILLA TOUR - MALIBU ZONE 8 SBR AUTOCROSS IN CAMARILLO RUSNAK/WESTLAKE PORSCHE SERVICE CLINIC ZION, GRAND CANYON NORTH RIM, & BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARKS 4TH ANNUAL TIRE RACK STREET SURVIVAL SCHOOL THE GIMMICK RALLY CITY OF SANTA BARBARA 4TH OF JULY PARADE VENTURA MOTORSPORTS GATHERING JALAMA BEACH CRUISE MONTEREY MOTORSPORTS REUNION AT LAGUNA SECA PROGRESSIVE DINNER PRE-CONCOURS DETAIL CLINIC 19TH ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF PCNA RENNSPORT REUNION V AT LAGUNA SECA 39TH ANNUAL CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE ZONE 8 SBR AUTOCROSS IN CAMARILLO GRAPE HARVEST WINE TOUR MOTOR 4 TOYS CHARITY CAR SHOW SBR HOLIDAY BRUNCH

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Webmaster Ken Short webmaster@zone8.org

Club Race Coordinator Vince Knauf vvvince@aol.com

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The Membership Report SBR Member Anniversaries 35 Years

New Members & Transfers

8 Years

New Members

7 Years

Jay & Jean Midgley

Kevin & Bonnie Ryan Markus & Justine Wienken

Arturo Gonzalez Santa Barbara 2013 Panamera

23 Years

6 Years

Ric Hovsepian Santa Barbara 2014 Cayman S

Alois & Estonia Ruf

32 Years

Susan Sheller & Bob Roe

26 Years

Christopher Campbell & Elizabeth Chase

20 Years

Joe & Sarah Wigert

19 Years

Del & Marsha Brunner

18 Years

Michael & Rene Hohls

15 Years

Curtis Autenrieth & Maeve Oridan George Duchanin

14 Years

Walt & Rebecca Branscome James & Carol Sterling Dean & Angela Wolcott

13 Years

Rob Hilding & Madeline Gillibrand Jeffrey & Jane Kagan Anthony & Michelle Strauss

12 Years

Chris Aldieri & Reginald Fils Bryan & Mary Clabeaux

11 Years

Timothy & Bryce Ellinger

10 Years

Steve Draghi Alex & Heather Olsen

9 Years

Jacob & Rody Castroll

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Oscar & Toni Briones Stephen Murray Brad & Debbie Schultz

Howard Babus

5 Years

Daniel De Meyer Santa Barbara 2013 Panamera

Chris Andropoulos Larry & Shelly Gray Linda Kollar Patrick Lindsey & John Wright Karen Nissim Scot & Sandra Richardson

James Kaufman Newbury Park 1984 911 Carrera

4 Years

Scott Russel Santa Barbara 2015 911 Carrera

William & Diane Griswold Stephen McQuinn Jim & Chris Miller Anthony & William Stoessel Robert & Lisa Watt

3 Years

Anthony & Linsie Gentile Kirk & Cathy Gerbracht Tom & Emmy Vonderahe

Ken Partch Santa Barbara 2015 Macan S

James Spencer Goleta 2012 911 Carrera

Transfer Members

Chris Aldieri & Reginald Fils Santa Barbara 2003 911 Carrera From Los Angeles (LA)

Thanks!

Thank you for renewing your membership and continuing to choose to be a part of the Santa Barbara Region. Please remember that you can logon to the PCA.org website to change your membership information in order to continue to receive your event emails and Der Auspuff. We hope to see you at a breakfast meeting or an event soon.

Sue Kinsling, Membership Chair

Larry Wilde Ojai 2007 911 GT3

2 Years

Bob & Mary Gates John Newcomb Fred & Barbara Nigro George Paul & Sylvia Zachert Weyman Robinson

1 Year

Marty Bultz Ron Chernin Larry Dauanzo Robert Fitzgerald Timothy & Jacqueline Hill Robert & Anthea Scott Kenneth Stone Eric Yum

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By doing this, you’ll insure that you won’t miss a single edition of our award-winning Der Auspuff magazine. You’ll also stay in the loop by receiving the regional email blasts with the latest information updates.

Please make sure PCA has your correct mailing address!

The Goodie Store PUT THE commemoration OF SBR’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY ON YOUR WALL AT HOME!

Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of The Santa Barbara Region, Porsche Club of America — “Saturday Morning on Stearns Wharf” Watercolor by Burt Misevic

Purchase a limited edition, signed and numbered print of Burt Misevic’s original artwork, or a copy of our award-winning 50th anniversary poster.

Both are in limited quantities and available only at The Goodie Store.

SBR’s ICONIC GRILLE BADGE IS BACK!

FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY!

Porsche Club of America Santa Barbara Region Celebrating 50 Years

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Saturday, July 19, 2014 Fess Parker Doubletree Resort Santa Barbara

$30 EACH

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1055 E. Walnut Street Pasadena CA 91106

Paul Bancroft Roofing, Inc. 7706 Deering Avenue Canoga Park, CA 91304 (818) 888-7307 Paul Bancroft pbroofing.com PCA Member since 2005 ALL TYPES OF ROOFING • INSURANCE PROTECTION ROOFING CONSULTANT • INVESTIGATIVE WORK

805 278 1400 ext 103 805 701 5511 cell 805 278 1414 fax sdoll@naicapital.com

Stephen F. Doll

Senior Vice President DRE License 01013707

300 Esplanade Drive, Suite 1660 Oxnard, CA 93036

SBR NAME BADGES Our official, strong, plastic name badges won’t harm your clothing because they’re held on magnetically!

Featuring the SBR logo, and customized with your name and Porsche model, a PCA/SBR name badge is the perfect accessory for our next gathering.

Badges are only $13 each, including shipping and handling, and usually arrive within three weeks from the time we receive your order.

For a printable order form, go to our website: pcasb.org and click on the “PCASB Name Badges” link in the lefthand column.

Send your request today. Be sure to include the NAME and PORSCHE MODEL you want listed on the badge. Make your checks out to PCA/SBR and send to:

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Questions? Email jjmcnair3@verizon.net

Advertiser Directory American Riviera, Gideon Joffe.......29 Aswell Trophy................................14 Auctions America, Matt Malamut...14 Automotion..................................IBC

PCA/SBR Classifieds 2012 PORSCHE CAYENNE S – FOR SALE Jet Black Metallic, Espresso/Cognac Natural Leather, new Michelin tires, 18-way Sport Seats, Premium Package Plus, Thermal and Noise Insulated glass, Bose, Sirius XM, Air Suspension, Trailer hitch, many more options. Original owner, clean title, complete maintenance history included. 53,000 miles. Maintained by Schneider Autohaus in Santa Barbara.

Price is $53,900. Please Contact: Steve Reden (805) 895-3327 or stevenreden@yahoo.com (04/15)

Paul Bancroft Roofing.....................30 Walt Branscome, SBAG..................14 California Tire Company..................27 Coachcraft.....................................14 DSR Audio.....................................27 David Fox, State Farm Insurance.....14 Ghost Shield..................................14 Hoverdogs.......................................8 Kundensport..................................32 Lavaggio, The Art of Detailing...........5

1975 PORSCHE 914 ROADSTER – FOR SALE 4752905182. Nepal Orange w/beige interior. ‘73 2.0 engine, chrome ‘73 bumpers, 5 Fuchs alloys, front sway bar, center console w/ gauges, vinyl covered roll bar, electric windshield washer motor, aux. oil cooler, Bilstein shocks, polycarbonate suspension bushings, 21 mm torsion bars, 140# springs. No known rust or accidents. Paint is a 20-footer. Interior is good, other than a very worn spot on the driver’s side, outside bolster, and a tear in the side of the center pad. New carpet set. Body has about 90,000 miles and engine has about 40,000 miles. Price is $8000.00. Contact Mike Forest (661) 273-2690, mid4mike@att.net 03/15) 1986 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe – For Sale Guards Red with Champagne Leather (G1G1/74) California car, original window sticker, 2nd owner, garage stored.

R&R engine and transmission on 10/9/05 @ 184,914 miles.

Major service on 12/18/14 @ 212,142 miles. $25,000 OBO. Contact Randy Foster (805) 501-3346 randyfoster@dealercover.com (03/15)

Los Angeles Dismantler..................29 McAuliffe Financial Services............8 Morgan Stanley, George Rasher......29 Motoring Magic.............................21 NAI Capital, Stephen F. Doll.............30 North Hollywood Speedometer.......27 The Porsche Boutique....................30

1986 Porsche 944 Turbo Race/Track Car FOR SALE – PRICE REDUCED! Full NASCAR style cage, all the best components/workmanship, 430 rear wheel HP, 2400 lbs. Big brakes, 968 six speed transmission/ with cooler, Excellent condition, $100k+ invested. Very fast, safe, reliable, economical to race & easy to drive. Located in Santa Barbara. Asking $24,500 obo. Please Contact Steve Keneally cell: (617) 838-4648 or e-mail: info@ americanglobal.org for pictures & full specs. (03/15)

Premier Coach...............................18 Rusnak Westlake Porsche.....IFC & 11 Santa Barbara Auto Group..............BC Schneider Autohaus.........................8 Sierra Madre Collection..................30 Village Properties, Robert Watt.......27 Wheel Concepts..............................8

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1969 Porsche 911T – FOR SALE Owned car since 1982 (have known car since it was new). Taken down to bare metal about 10 years ago, no rust, painted Guards Red. Engine replaced about 14 years ago with a completely rebuilt 1973 2.4L carbureted engine(now has 21,000 miles on it). Also, added a 21-gallon touring fuel tank. Engine powder coated 2014, new clutch 2014, all instruments in good working order. Interior in very good condition. Have original radio and manual. Drives very well and is really a beautiful example of an early 911.

Will provide additional photos on request and contact for local mechanic, if needed.

Asking $69,000. Contact Jay Midgley at (805) 642-6476 (03/15) 1989 ½ Porsche 964 Carrera 4 – FOR SALE – PRICE REDUCED With only 52,500 original miles this 911 is truly a work of art and this car has never been a daily driver. Transmission recently rebuilt, new clutch, new tires.

Clean CarFax. Due to the late 80s recession there are very few of these cars and I was told that they made under 20 in this combination in 1989. I’m only asking $47,000. Contact Gabe (805) 242-2336. (02/15)

Der Auspuff accepts classified advertising limited to 50 words or less for Porsche cars, parts, and Porsche-related items. Ads are free to PCA SBR members in good standing and will run for a maximum of three (3) months. Ads are free to other PCA members in good standing as space permits and will also run for a maximum of three (3) months. Ads will be accepted for non-members as space permits for a fee of $10 per month, per ad. Please notify the Editor if sold. Der Auspuff is not responsible for the accuracy of any ad or claims made by advertisers, and does not warrant or guarantee the condition of items offered for sale. Der Auspuff reserves the right to edit or refuse to print any ad it deems inappropriate. Please submit ads directly to the Editor at DerAuspuff@gmail.com

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