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PORSCHE CLUB OF AMERICA - SANTA BARBARA REGION - AUGUST 2015

Santa Barbara 4th of July Parade The Gimmick Rally R.U.F. Oil Tour PCA NATIONAL NEWSLETTER AWARD WINNER

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AUSPUFF 24 AUGUST 2O15 Features Auspuff Wins National Newsletter Award.......10 R.U.F. Travels The Oil Trail..................................12 The Gimmick Rally.............................................15 City of Santa Barbara 4th of July Parade..........18 Porsche Takes LeMans 2015..............................24 Lynn Kuchera, 1941-2015...................................30

Future Events Pre-Concours Detail Clinic...................................5 19th Annual Chili Cook-Off................................14 39th Annual Concours d’Elegance.....................23 Progressive Dinner.............................................30

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Departments SBR Board of Directors & Appointees................ 2 SBR Events Calendar.......................................... 3 President’s Column.............................................. 4 From The Editor’s Desk........................................ 4 Camarillo Breakfast............................................ 7 Santa Barbara Breakfast..................................... 9 Down The Road - Future Events....................... 26 SBR Breakfast Meeting Maps.......................... 26 The Zone 8 Page............................................... 27 Membership Page............................................. 28 The Goodie Store.............................................. 29 SBR Name Badge Ordering Info....................... 29 Classified Ads................................................... 31 Directory of Advertisers.................................... 31 The Last Word................................................... 32

On The Cover

Santa Barbara Harbor’s spectacular 4th of July fireworks perfectly captured by SBR’s Ron Williams.

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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 805-422-8217

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 AUGUST 2O15

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Santa Barbara Region Board of Directors

PCA SANTA BARBARA REGION’S AWARD-WINNING MONTHLY MAGAZINE

Editor

Board Appointees

JOHN ALFENITO DerAuspuff@gmail.com

Advertising TED LIGHTHIZER TLighthizer@sbcglobal.net

Managing Editor

Susan Stone SE.Stone@verizon.net

Associate Editors

Archives JAMES OLDHAM OldhamJames@msn.com

BirGitta Baker Jeanne McNair

Advertising Director

Ted Lighthizer TLighthizer@sbcglobal.net

Autocross STEVE FERRARI SteveFerrari@outlook.com

Technical Editor

Chris Andropoulos chris@schneiderautohaus.com

Concours KENNY & TARA BRUNDRETT californiasat@gmail.com

Contributors

PAM ALFENITO DICK LANGE JERRY LASNIK NICOLAS LIAKAS JEANNE MCNAIR BURT MISEVIC HOWARD RUBENSTEIN NADINE TRACY RON WILLIAMS

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

Printing

Mademoiselles PAMUELA HODSON uelacat@gmail.com

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

Public Relations DICK LANGE LRLange@pacbell.net R.U.F. (Retired & Unemployed Folks) JOHN & JEANNE MCNAIR jjmcnair3@verizon.net Safety TOM MARSHALL tomma8454@aol.com Webmaster RANDY FISHWICK my964@outlook.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 805-422-8217 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

August

Saturday 1

Saturday 8

Saturday 22

Saturday 5

Wednesday 9

Saturday 12

Saturday 12

Saturday 19

REMEMB ER, AUGUST IS ALTERNA TE VEHICLE CAMARILLO BREAKFAST............................................8:00 a.m.

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

Moby Dick Restaurant, Stearns Wharf PROGRESSIVE DINNER...............................................page 30 > UT! O D Camarillo, Simi Valley, Moorpark SOL SBR’S PROGRESSIVE DINNER SATURDAY, AUGUST 22, 2015

FIRST STOP

Pat & Cheryl Cable’s home in CAMARILLO for hors d’oeuvres & salad

SECOND STOP

The Market Broiler in SIMI VALLEY for dinner entrée and no-host bar

THIRD STOP

George & Hilary North’s home in MOORPARK for dessert

AT THE MARKET BROILER, OUR ENTRÉE CHOICES WILL BE: New York Steak - Aged USDA choice New York steak, finished with MB butter, and served with signature cheese potatoes and chef’s fresh vegetables.

Snapper Veracruz & Shrimp - Southwest seasoned and mesquite-broiled snapper filet placed atop fluffy rice pilaf and covered with sautéed scampi-style shrimp, tomatoes, olives and garlic. Served with fresh sautéed vegetables.

Chicken Marsala - Tender chicken medallions sautéed with mushrooms and peas, atop alfredo-style linguini, all topped with scallions and sesame seeds.

Caramelized Salmon & Scallops - Fresh Atlantic salmon sweetened with a touch of caramel glaze and paired with grilled Canadian scallops. Drizzled with chili lime beurre blanc sauce and served over cheese potatoes and grilled asparagus.

$50 per person includes dinner, tax, gratuity and activity fee.

Limited to 80 people! So register early!

Meet at 1:30 p.m. in the parking lot at 5601 Lindero Canyon Road in Westlake Village.

Then, enjoy a spirited drive on back roads to our first destination.

For any questions, contact Doreen Pankow at 805-422-8217 or dpankow@sbcglobal.net Make your check payable to PCA/SBR and mail along with registration form to: Doreen Pankow, 2251 Brownstone Creek Avenue, Simi Valley, CA 93063 Names: _________________________________________________

Email: __________________________________________________ Cell Phone: ______________________________________________ Number of persons: __________

Amount Enclosed ($50/person): ________________

Entrée Selections: ____Chicken Marsala ____Salmon & Scallops ____Snapper & Shrimp ____New York Steak ____(Note: Rare, Medium Rare, Medium, Medium Well, Well Done) No refunds or cancellations after August 15, 2015

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

Panera Bread & Johnny Rockets, Camarillo Outlets BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING..............................6:30 p.m.

Lavaggio - Agoura Hills SANTA BARBARA BREAKFAST.................................. 8:30 a.m.

Moby Dick Restaurant, Stearns Wharf PRE-CONCOURS DETAIL CLINIC................................ page 5 > Lavaggio - Agoura Hills 19th ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF ............................... page 14 > Middlebrooks’ residence, Santa Rosa Valley

PRE-CONCOURS DETAIL CLINIC

FOLLOwINg OUR SANTA BARBARA BREAkFAST

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 11AM-2PM AT LAVAggIO IN AgOURA HILLS In preparation for our 39th Annual Concours d’Elegance, we’ve scheduled a Detail Clinic to teach you how to better prepare your car for competition (or fun) in less time. Gain new techniques and discover all the latest products to make your car sparkle. Learn the Zone 8 competition rules and find out exactly what the judges look for when examining a car.

Expert instruction will be provided. A detailing demonstration will show the best way to use the newest products in preparing your Porsche for everything from full concours to wash & shine.

Plus, lunch will be served at the beautiful Lavaggio facility at 30205 Canwood Street, Agoura Hills (Reyes Adobe exit off the 101).

Total price for the entire clinic and lunch is only $20.00 per person (at the door).

If you plan to attend, please make your reservation no later than September 5, 2015. RSVP to Concours Chairs Kenny & Tara Brundrett at: californiasat@gmail.com

19TH ANNUAL PCA/SBR

CHILI COOK-OFF SATURDAY • SEP 19th • 1:30 PM JUDGING AND PRIZES FOR THE WINNERS BOTTLED WATER WILL BE PROVIDED BRING YOUR OWN SOFT DRINKS, WINE OR BEER IF CHILI IS NOT YOUR THING, BRING AN APPETIZER, SALAD, BREAD, OR DESSERT PATIO DINING FOR 75 GUESTS MOTOR COURT PARKING FOR 40 PORSCHES R.S.V.P. TO THE MIDDLEBROOKS BY SEP 12TH At The Home Of:

JIM & TERRY MIDDLEBROOK

12029 PRESILLA ROAD, SANTA ROSA VALLEY (805) 750-1312 theresa.middlebrook@hklaw.com DIRECTIONS: Santa Rosa Road to East Las Posas. Turn North (only way you can go) on East Las Posas to Barranca. Turn right on Barranca to Presilla. Turn left on Presilla. House is 0.3 miles on the right.

COST IS $10 PER PERSON (INCLUDING ACTIVITY FEE) COLLECTED AT THE DOOR PLEASE DRESS FOR OUTDOORS

October Saturday 3

Saturday 10

Sunday 18

CAMARILLO BREAKFAST............................................8:00 a.m Panera Bread & Johnny Rockets, Camarillo Outlets SANTA BARBARA BREAKFAST...................................8:30 a.m.

Moby Dick Restaurant, Stearns Wharf 39TH ANNUAL CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE..................page 23 > Sherwood Country Club, Westlake Village

Porsche Club of America-Santa Barbara Region And Rusnak Westlake Porsche Proudly Present

Our 39th Annual Concours d’Elegance Sunday, October 18, 2015

at Sherwood Country Club

320 W. Stafford Road, Westlake Village, CA 91361 All entrants must pre-register by October 10.

No “day of event” registrations will be accepted.

Car placement 7:00 a.m. Judging begins 10:00 a.m. Awards presentation 2:15 p.m.

CONCOURS - Pre-registration $80, includes one buffet lunch DISPLAY ONLY - Pre-registration $60 - includes one buffet lunch Extra lunches may be purchased for $50 each PCA/SBR 39th Annual Concours d’Elegance Registration Form Name: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Address: _____________________________________ City/ST/Zip: ___________________________________ Phone: ________________________________ Email: _______________________________________________ Concours Class Entered: ________ Porsche Model: ___________________________________ Model Year: __________ Body Type: ___________________ Color: ______________________ PCA Member? Yes:______ No: _______ Region: ____________________________________ Additional Lunches: __________ TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED: _______________________ For rules and complete concours class definitions visit: http://www.zone8.org/assets/docs/2014/2014Z8Rules.pdf Concours Questions? - Kenny & Tara Brundrett at californiasat@gmail.com or (805) 405-5733 To register: Fill out the registration form (also available at pcasb.org), make check payable to PCA/SBR and mail to: Tara Brundrett, 1064 Burtonwood Ave., Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 Cancellations after October 10, 2015 will not receive a refund.

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ecently I had the privilege and honor to ride in a 1957 Porsche Speedster.

Originally conceived as a “basic, low cost” version of the 356, today the Speedster is universally revered and coveted.

Carefully climbing into the machine, the appeal was quickly apparent. The seats are perfectly shaped, with not an ounce of extra padding. The controls are perfectly sized to each task, with no markings. There is not one thing in or on the car that doesn’t absolutely have to be there.

Porsche made the Speedster better by subtracting, not adding.

MIKE HODSON

Enjoyment in our daily lives is often the result of less, not more. Walking on the beach at sunset with few, if any, souls in sight, the only sounds to be heard are quiet conversation and the waves breaking onto the shore. The sun slowly disappears under the horizon, as the colors in the sky constantly change.

Such serene beauty is a welcome contrast to hectic schedules.

The glow of contentment is deep; no need for a fancy meal, exotic location, or artificial entertainment.

In our automotive avocation, the simple pleasures are often the most rewarding. To execute a perfect shift or nail a corner is greatly satisfying. Having all the modern electronic wizardry is wonderful to save your bacon during a hairball situation, but not needing the help is better. Rare is the time when everything about a drive is perfect (it has never happened to me!). However, the bits that are bring a smile to my face. After the car is back

in the garage, I reflect on the experience, savor the good times, and hopefully learn from the not-so-good.

My flying hobby is much the same. Frequent practice results in potential incremental improvements in skill levels; however, sometimes progress just doesn’t happen. A friend owns a small jet aircraft, which I have flown in several times. Incredibly sophisticated and hugely capable, the aircraft practically flies itself. Going from Point A to Point B is a real treat, safe, fast, and comfortable. Plus my friend is paying the bills! Such huge refinement makes for a giant gap between pilot and machine. In dicey weather or at 41,000 feet where the outside air temperature is 40 degrees below zero, the automation and redundancy are welcome. Still, getting into a 70-year-old Piper Cub, with no electrical system and only 65 HP is more fun. Flying the Cub is not about going somewhere, it is about savoring the experience of low and slow. Cruising above the orchards in Ventura County at 1,500 feet, you can smell the orange blossoms in the spring.

Details on the ground are clear and sharp, truly a bird’s-eye view. Every landing is an adventure where, much like an early 911, the Cub is prone to swapping ends rather suddenly. A few friends started Thursday Night Therapy several years ago. We found that the concentration required for flying was great relaxation from our over-stressed jobs. 45 minutes in the air cured whatever was ailing us, we returned to the ground mentally refreshed.

I love and appreciate the convenience and technology that is available to me today, despite the numerous dark sides of that convenience. However, it is the simple pleasures in life, shared with those near and dear to us, that mean the most. Take the time to smell the roses and enjoy the simple treats of life. The scent is intoxicating!

From The Editor’s Desk

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arlier this year when PCNA announced they would build a special “60th Anniversary GTS Club Coupe” saluting the 60th year of the Porsche Club of America, I was intrigued. I became extremely interested when I read Porsche would only build 60 of these cars to be sold exclusively to PCA mem- JOHN ALFENITO bers. I entered my name in the “lottery” to qualify to purchase one of the 60 Club Coupes. I wasn’t really in the market for a new Porsche; besides, what were the odds that my name would get selected?

Well, my name was selected and I jumped at the chance to purchase this special edition car. Having been a serial owner of black/silver Porsches, the GTS Club Coupe’s somewhat louder “Club Blau” paint scheme was going to be a big switch for me, but I was eager to make the change. So eager, that I quickly sold my 2011 Carrera GTS to help finance the new purchase.

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the months of July, August, September, and October. My allotted build date would be September, making a delivery in November the most likely scenario. Patience, Grasshopper.

So, while I wait, I must be satisfied with this 1:43 scale model from PCA until the real deal comes along. If I could shrink myself like “Ant Man,” I could hop in this little beauty and drive it to breakfast.

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

PRE-CONCOURS DETAIL CLINIC

FOLLOwINg OUR SANTA BARBARA BREAkFAST

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 11AM-2PM AT LAVAggIO IN AgOURA HILLS In preparation for our 39th Annual Concours d’Elegance, we’ve scheduled a Detail Clinic to teach you how to better prepare your car for competition (or fun) in less time. Gain new techniques and discover all the latest products to make your car sparkle. Learn the Zone 8 competition rules and find out exactly what the judges look for when examining a car.

Expert instruction will be provided. A detailing demonstration will show the best way to use the newest products in preparing your Porsche for everything from full concours to wash & shine.

Plus, lunch will be served at the beautiful Lavaggio facility at 30205 Canwood Street, Agoura Hills (Reyes Adobe exit off the 101).

Total price for the entire clinic and lunch is only $20.00 per person (at the door).

If you plan to attend, please make your reservation no later than September 5, 2015. RSVP to Concours Chairs Kenny & Tara Brundrett at: californiasat@gmail.com

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Camarillo Breakfast

July 4, 2015 99 Attendees 62 Porsches

EVENT PHOTOS BY JOHN ALFENITO

Be sure to give a warm welcome to new members Steve & Galina Richardson from Ventura.

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AswellTrophy Awards & Engraving Trevor Ashton

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Santa Barbara Breakfast

July 11, 2015 60 Attendees 38 Porsches

EVENT PHOTOS BY RON WILLIAMS

Meet John & Christi Bolitho, new members from Santa Barbara.

Chris & Karen Birbeck are new members from Ojai.

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Ray Link, now of Montecito, has transferred in from Oregon.

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Der Auspuff Wins PCA’s National Newsletter Competition STORY BY JOHN ALFENITO, PHOTO BY PAM ALFENITO

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ednesday night, June 24, 2015, a post popped up on my Facebook page saying, “Congratulations, John Alfenito…you’ll find out why.” This cryptic message came from my friend (and former Zone 8 Rep) Michael Dolphin, who was at the Porsche Parade in French Lick, Indiana.

What I didn’t realize at the time, Michael was posting from that evening’s awards banquet as the National Newsletter Contest results were being announced. Moments later, I received a message from PCA National Newsletter Coordinator Wendy Shoffitt telling me Der Auspuff had won the Betty Jo Turner Award for Newsletter Excellence. Der Auspuff was judged to be the best newsletter in all of PCA for 2015!

I have served as a judge in the National Newsletter Contest for the past few years. All the judges are current editors, and we do not judge our own class. In the process of evaluating other regions’ magazines, I’ve seen some outstanding work, especially from the larger regions in Class V. When you consider that some Class V regions have three times the membership of SBR and that the national winner has come from Class V for several years in a row, it makes our win even more impressive.

While I often get the lion’s share of credit for Der Auspuff, there are several other folks who contribute greatly to our magazine’s success. Let me especially thank Susan Stone, who as

Happy Der Auspuff staffers with the PCA Betty Jo Turner Award for Newsletter Excellence. (L-R) Managing Editor Susan Stone, Associate Editor Birgitta Baker, Editor John Alfenito, and Associate Editor Jeanne McNair.

I was stunned. I was thrilled. But mostly, I was stunned. To backtrack a little…each year, PCA encourages all regions to submit their newsletters for judging in the national competition.

The regions are separated into five classes, according to region membership size. SBR competes in Class IV (membership up to 1000), where we have done quite well in the past. SBR was #1 in Class IV last year (Mike Pomerantz, Editor), third place in 2013, and first place in 2012. But it had been 10 years since our region had taken the top national prize.

Impressively in 2003, Der Auspuff editors Sherry & Stephen Schafer started SBR on an unprecedented run of three straight Heinmiller Awards (as the top prize was called until 2012). In 2004 and again in 2005, editor Nicolas Liakas also captured the Heinmiller Award. No other region has ever won it three years in a row.

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Managing Editor, does more than any other individual to make sure Der Auspuff is clear and correct each month. Birgitta Baker and Jeanne McNair help with proofing and identification. Contributors like Chris Andropoulos, Nick Liakas, Sue Kinsling, Ted Lighthizer, Howard Rubenstein, Doreen Pankow, and the incomparable Ron Williams all add immense value to each issue.

So, congratulations to us all…not just those involved in the creation of Der Auspuff, but kudos to our entire region. It’s the busy schedule of diverse events and activities that makes SBR so vital and interesting. With material like that, how could we not have a world-class publication (if I do say so myself)?

Thanks to everyone for their best wishes and kind compliments. It’s a pleasure serving as your editor. I’d like to try for back-to-back Betty Jo Turner awards with another win next year! =

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Carl is very active in the community with philanthropic activities throughout Los Angeles and Ventura counties.

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The R.U.F. Report

R.U.F. Travels The Oil Trail STORY BY JEANNE MCNAIR & NICOLAS LIAKAS EVENT PHOTOS BY NICOLAS LIAKAS

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hirteen “retired and unemployed folks” (R.U.F.) met in Ventura on June 23rd for our monthly event, which was dubbed the “Oil Trail” by organizer Nicolas Liakas. The aforementioned “oil” connected each of the venues in some manner, as we were to learn at each of our three stops in Ojai and Santa Paula.

We drove up to the beautiful Ojai Valley on a bright, sunny day to our first stop, the charming Ojai Valley Museum. Located in downtown Ojai, the museum is housed in the former St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel, which dates back to 1919. We entered through a lovely courtyard with many trees, including citrus and fig, and an array of eye-catching statuary. One particularly compelling piece was a bigger-than-life brown bear at rest.

The museum has galleries for the permanent collection as well as for traveling exhibits. We were fortunate to be able to see many art pieces in different media in the temporary exhibit, all of which were done by Ojai artists. This is an annual exhibit each spring. The permanent collection is very well presented and has exhibits showing the many historical periods in the history of the Ojai Valley. The Chumash section included a very dramatic, enormous, Ushaped boulder, which has been documented as a birthing chair. We learned that the name Ojai derives from the Chumash word “Awhai,” meaning moon. The modern spelling is believed to have evolved from the Mexican interpretation of the sound of the Chumash word.

Our group of R.U.F.-ians paused for a photo outside the Ojai Valley Museum.

Other sections in the permanent exhibit document the Mission and Rancho periods and the discovery of oil in the valley by George Gilbert as well as the rich strike of Thomas Bard. Besides the interesting historical background, this exhibit presented the first part of the “oil trail.”

From the museum, we traveled through town to the east end of Ojai to the Ojai Olive Oil Company, which is situated on 38 acres of olive groves. This “oil” connection was obvious to us all. This local company produces high quality, certified organic olive oil from eight varieties of olives, mild to peppery in taste. We learned that the Spanish padres introduced olive trees to California in the 1800’s and that they made oil for religious and medicinal purposes.

Ojai Olive Oil Company owner Alice Asquith (third from right) talks about the cultivation of and caring for the olive trees.

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Our guide stressed that olives are a fruit and that there is the same correlation between olives and the oil as there is between grapes and wine when it comes to quality. Cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil is the highest quality oil to be had. This is obtained through the first and only press of the olives. The pressing process appears surprisingly simple. All of the equipment is located in a relatively small space adja-

cent to the tasting room. We learned that 60 pounds of ripe olives yield one gallon of the golden oil.

We were given a short tour of the orchard and saw the small, green olives, which should be ready for harvest in November. They are all hand picked. The trees are very long-lived and have been known to produce for a thousand years. After a picnic lunch in the orchard, we headed for our last stop on the oil trail, the Santa Paula Oil Museum -- no explanation needed!

The California Oil Museum in Santa Paula traces the history of the oil industry in California, emphasizing the role played by four start-up and struggling companies that in the late 1880s merged to create the Union Oil Company. It employs hands-on, interactive exhibits, videos, working models, photographs and memorabilia as educational tools.

A building to its north houses a working replica of a 1900s oil rig.

New exhibits are displayed several times each year. During our visit, we were treated to a collection of motorcycles built by a long-ago forgotten manufacturer, Norton.

We then took the 28 steps to the second floor that contains the restored offices of the Union Oil Company. Many of the items on display brought back memories from our youth -- for those of us who still have a sense of memory! Of special note were the volumes of hand-written business ledgers and correspondence that were drafted by calligraphers. The handwriting was exquisite, a talent that no longer exists except in the hands of a few.

Lunch break in the olive orchard

Vintage Norton motorcycles featured in the California Oil Museum in Santa Paula

Barry Cooper, our docent, gave an exemplary tour and led a great discussion on the architecture and interior design elements of the historic building. This historic landmark building is still owned by the oil company, and it is leased to the museum organization for an annual rent of $1.00! It is a “must” destination for all. =

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Once a month or so, R.U.F. meets for a near-by journey of discovery. If you’d like to come along as we visit points of interest in Southern California, contact John & Jeanne McNair, and they’ll put you on the email list for future fun! jjmcnair3@verizon.net

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THE GIMMICK RALLY

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n Saturday, June 27, eager Gimmick Rally folks started the day at Rusnak Porsche in Westlake Village where we were all treated to a fine Corner Bakery breakfast, graciously hosted by our sponsor, Rusnak. The participants came from far and wide for a day of fun, mystery and exciting new territory to drive their beloved Porsches. One couple from the San Gabriel area and another couple from Redondo Beach (L.A. Region) joined us.

not a giveaway -- not that we didn’t throw in some no-brainers like “Rooty-Tooty-Fresh-and-Fruity.” No one admitted to missing IHOP for this one. Another was “Can you hear me now?” an obvious Verizon clue. But they also had to know about famous notables and their cars, such as President Taft with two Pierce Arrows or Al Capone with his Duesenberg. We included the “Grated After School Fun” (Boys & Girls Club) and the R-rated “Phallic” (Dick’s Sporting Goods.)

Two new-member couples picked the Gimmick Rally as their first foray into club adventures and were not disappointed. Alan and Rose Jeffrey, with a 2013 911 coupe, joined SBR in March; and Ted and Roanna Prell joined in June. The Prells tried to trick us with a tale that their Prius, with 911T markings on the back window, was really a 1971 911T (which we discovered was actually in the shop for repair!) At the end, Ted falsely claimed that he got all of the clues correct! These are newbies to keep an eye on.

The participants had to have knowledge on the following subjects: Geography -- “Island in the Southern Aegean Sea” (Via Santorini) Biology -- “Silent flying rodent killers” (Hooters) History -- “Invention of phonograph” (Edison Drive) Literature -- “In Cold Blood” (Via Capote) Culture -- “Bangers & mash” (Brendan’s Irish Pub)

There was a brief pep talk by Pam and me explaining to the ralliers what the event was and what it wasn’t. “It’s not a race.

Watch out for nasty people honking at slow Porsche drivers. No Googling clues on the way! No turning back.”

But this bunch of Gimmickers was also a tough crowd.When we got to the clue, “May use the hyperbaric chamber,”the “right” answer was “Wound Healing Center.” Hands shot up, telling us that the sign for Los Robles Medical Center was nearby. On the “That’s the Pits” clue, the “correct” answer was “Peach Hill Rd.,” or so we thought. But the next street was Olive Road. We had to admit that they were both good alternate answers.

Pam and I then went to the final stop and could already smell the great food being prepared on the barbeque by QTime BBQ company. We covered the picnic tables, and then we waited nearly two agonizing hours until the first cars came into Dos Vientos Park. After a bit of schmoozing and clue-lamenting, a delicious lunch was served.

This is a really clever, intelligent group of fun-loving Porsche people, so it was essential that the clues were challenging and

Lots of high scores were earned, but the three top finishers won gift certificates to the Goodie Store. $75 went to Gil & Josh Siqueido, $50 to Joe & Jane Niederst, and $25 for Mike & Laura Whittington.

Just another day with nice people, great weather, fine food and, of course, driving a Porsche. =

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At 9 o’clock, it was time to send them on their way. “Zero your trip odometers -- and good luck!”

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Our generous hosts for breakfast, Rusnak Service Manager Sam Abergel (L) and Rusnak General Manager Keith Goldberg

First place winners, the father/son duo of Gil & Josh Siqueido

The men from Q-Time Barbecue fired up the big grill for lunch.

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veryone loves a parade! That fact was especially evident from the happy crowd at the Santa Barbara 4th of July Parade as they cheered, waved, and whistled while our festively decorated Porsches passed by.

The one-mile parade route seemed short, but it was packed with holiday well-wishers as our 19 Porsches and 46 members slowly meandered, snake-like, down the parade route.

We returned the crowd’s enthusiasm with waves, honks, and revving of engines.

At intervals down State Street, parade officials on speakers identified the Porsche Club, Santa Barbara Region, explained our community involvement, and issued an invitation to all Porsche owners to join our club.

Thank you to Ron Williams for the always-fantastic photos of the event; to Walt Branscome from Santa Barbara Auto Group, who provided a new Cayenne to escort our Make-aWish family through the parade (see page 32); and to Tristin Tracy for helping me carry our group’s banner.

Also, special kudos are due to all the members who participated and made this another fun, successful Porsche event.

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SBR Board of Directors Meeting

July 8, 2015

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Secretary:

The May 2015 bi-monthly board meeting minutes taken by Howard Rubenstein were approved as submitted.

Vice President: No report.

Treasurer: Steve Kaller reported on the following Financial Statements for June 2015: (1) Balance Sheet as of June 30, 2015, (2) Balance Sheet Previous Year Comparison as of June 30, 2015, (3) Income & Expense Previous Year Comparison as of June 2015, (4) Income & Expense YTD Comparison June 2015, and (5) Income & Expense Previous Year Comparison January through June 2015, (6) Income & Expense January through June 2015 and (7) Statement of Cash Flows. In addition, he reported on the Schedule of Events for 2015.

Membership: In June, nine new members

Distribution: 772 copies of July’s Der Auspuff were mailed at a postage cost of $374.23, leaving $207.39 in the SBR account at the TO Post Office. The Board approved additional funding to cover the postage cost for the next three months of newsletter mailings.

Advertising: All advertisers are current on their ad costs. No changes in advertiser count for July.

Goodie Store: Sales at the July Camarillo breakfast were $218.00.

Insurance: James Edwards reported that coverage has been received and sent out to all event coordinators up to July 18, 2015 (“Drive, Wine & Dine”).

Past President: No Report President:

Mike Hodson reported the need for a new Advertising Director at the end of this year. A solicitation request for the position was posted on the PCASB website. In addition, he is asking each Board member to suggest two potential candidates.

Autocross: Initial planning has begun in

New Business: It was decided not to re-

the areas of course design, layout and tech inspections, plus continued testing of the timing equipment.

order new PCA license plate frames in light of the Goodie Store’s disposition.

There was a motion, which was approved, to give the coordinator of the MLK weekend event at Coronado $500 to secure the various venues.

A motion was approved for $1200 payable to the USPS to cover future mailing costs.

In the event there is no volunteer to run the Goodie Store, it was agreed to have a “fire sale” for any and all remaining merchandise at the Camarillo Breakfast on September 5 and again at the Concours on October 18.

Archives: No report

Activities: Doreen Pankow reported that

Safety: William Griswold has stepped down as Safety Chair and Tom Marshall was appointed as his replacement.

flier for the concours has been created and will debut in the August issue of Der Auspuff.

of July Parade in Santa Barbara” has been submitted to Panorama for publication in their next edition.

Old Business: Mike Hodson reported that there are no potential Goodie Store manager candidates and suggests that the Goodie Store inventory be totally liquidated at bargain prices prior to October 2015

Webmaster: PCASB.ORG has been updated with current events and information.

Editor: John Alfenito reported the entry

Public Relations: An article on “The 4th

Kenny & Tara Brundrett reported via email that they met with Sherwood Country Club and confirmed the lunch menu.

Concours:

joined our region. At the end of June our membership stood at 741 primary members and one Life member.

planning is complete for July and August events and that the Progressive Dinner is “sold out.”

Email blasts and newsletter blurbs will be used to try to recruit new R.U.F. participants.

Porsche Mademoiselle Society: No report.

R.U.F.: Nicolas Liakis reported that the

Meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.

next R.U.F. event is planned for July 23rd.

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Car placement 7:00 a.m. Judging begins 10:00 a.m. Awards presentation 2:15 p.m.

CONCOURS - Pre-registration $80, includes one buffet lunch DISPLAY ONLY - Pre-registration $60 - includes one buffet lunch Extra lunches may be purchased for $50 each PCA/SBR 39th Annual Concours d’Elegance Registration Form Name: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Address: _____________________________________ City/ST/Zip: ___________________________________ Phone: ________________________________ Email: _______________________________________________ Concours Class Entered: ________ Porsche Model: ___________________________________ Model Year: __________ Body Type: ___________________ Color: ______________________ PCA Member? Yes:______ No: _______ Region: ____________________________________ Additional Lunches: __________ TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED: _______________________ For rules and complete concours class definitions visit: http://www.zone8.org/assets/docs/2014/2014Z8Rules.pdf

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The Tech Report

Porsche Takes Le Mans 2015

BY CHRIS ANDROPOULOS Santa Barbara Region Tech Editor

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ast July, this space featured Porsche’s 919 Hybrid race car, which was built with the goal of returning Porsche to the upper echelon of international endurance racing after a long absence.

As it turned out, success at Le Mans 2014 eluded Porsche, with teething issues keeping both of the 919s in the garage for long periods during the race. The #20 919 was leading the race with less than four hours remaining, but it soon retired with hybrid powertrain issues, while its sister #14 car ended up in 11th place (Porsche’s sister company Audi claimed its 13th overall Le Mans victory). However, Porsche ended the 2014 season on a high note, winning the final round of the World Endurance Championship (WEC) series at Interlagos in Sao Paulo, Brazil.

For the 2015 WEC season, Porsche introduced an improved version of the 919.

While it looks very similar to last year’s car and the basic powertrain layout and function are unchanged, Porsche claims that the 2015 919 is 85-90% new. The chassis is lighter, as it is now manufactured as a single carbon fiber unit. The turbocharged, 2.0-liter V4 engine has been lightened and strengthened. The bodywork has many detail improvements in the pursuit of improved aerodynamic efficiency. The hybrid system layout and function are the same as last year’s car, but Porsche decided to step up to the maximum amount of electrical energy allowed by the WEC for 2015.

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vamped the LMP1 class rules for 2014 with the laudable goal of reducing in-race fuel consumption by 30% while maintaining similar performance. The idea was to encourage automakers to implement hybrid technologies into LMP1 race cars, the development of which could eventually translate into more efficient and more cost-effective hybrid road cars.

To this end, the FIA rule makers concocted a series of arcane formulas that extrapolate the performance of a typical LMP1 car and a complementary formula that attempts to provide equivalency between gasoline engines, diesel engines, and various hybrid electric drives in terms of power output and fuel efficiency. These formulae are best deciphered by engineering majors and impossible to fully describe in this space.

But, the important aspect of the current rulebook to know is that manufacturers of LMP1 cars can choose to enter a nonhybrid, gasoline or diesel-engined car or a hybrid-electric car. Hybrids are subdivided into four categories, depending on how much electrical energy is allowed to be released per 8.5-mile lap of the Le Mans circuit to “boost” its straight-line speed. Last year’s Porsche 919 Hybrid had a 6MJ hybrid system, which meant that it was allowed to expend six megajoules of electric power per lap to supplement its internal combustion engine. (A joule is a unit of energy, and one million joules=1MJ; for those who have read their electricity bill, 1 kilowatt-hour=3.6 MJ.)

For 2015, Porsche stepped up to the maximum 8MJ system, while Audi moved from 2MJ to 4MJ, and Toyota stayed at 6MJ. The disadvantage of employing the maximum amount of energy allowed per lap is that said energy must be generated and stored (possibly requiring heavier hybrid components), and less fuel is allowed to be used. As with street hybrid systems, LMP1 hybrid race cars use the kinetic energy generated while braking to recharge the hybrid energy storage system. In the case of the Porsche 919, this is a lithiumion battery pack. The rival Audi R18 uses a mechanical flywheel, while the Toyota TS040 relies on a supercapacitor. As mentioned in the July 2014 tech section, the Porsche 919 also recovers exhaust heat energy from its turbocharged engine, as does the turbodiesel Audi R18.

Porsche took a risk for 2015 and redesigned its hybrid system to the 8MJ specification, knowing that there could be situations in which its cars might not be able to generate enough energy to provide its electric motors with maximum charge (caution laps, slow laps while stuck behind slower cars, etc.). Also, Porsche knew it would be at a disadvantage at most of the shorter tracks in the WEC series; nonetheless, the prospect of a 17th overall victory at Le Mans made the situation much more palatable. In any case, with full gasoline and electric power combined, the 2015 919 Hybrid makes well over 1,000 horsepower!

Porsche started the 2015 WEC season strong, with the improved 919 being the fastest car on the grid in terms of

In preparation for Le Mans, Porsche entered a 3rd 919 car in the next race, the 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps in Belgium.

Again, Porsche aced the qualifying session with an impressive 1-2-3 result but had to settle for the bridesmaid position in the race once more, with the #18 car again finishing arrears of an Audi. The remaining 919s finished 3rd and 6th, respectively.

Overall, it was clear that the 2015 919 was massively quick in a straight line, but its long-term durability and the viability of its 8MJ hybrid system remained questions while going into June’s 24 Hours of Le Mans showdown. Nonetheless, Porsche again showed its impressive pace by trouncing the Audis and Toyotas in qualifying with another 1-2-3 performance.

The Porsches and Audis maintained a close battle throughout much of the first half of the 24-hour race, with the lead consistently swapping back and forth as each lead car came in for routine pit stops (un-

like last year, the Toyotas were well off the pace). Despite the newfound efficiency of the hybrid LMP1 cars, they still needed to make a pit stop for fuel every 13-14 laps of the 8.5-mile circuit, with tires also being replaced every 3-4 stops. As proof that endurance racing is a team effort, Porsche’s pit crew consistently performed faster pit stops and driver changes (each car had 3 drivers) than did the seasoned Audi crew, and it made a difference as Porsche had the net lead for much of the race.

An overnight penalty for the lead #17 Porsche (at the time driven by former Formula One ace Mark Webber) meant that the fastest Audi grabbed the overall lead and was able to hold it through much of the third quarter of the race. However, all three Audi cars had problems late in the race, with massive engine compartment heat causing issues with warping and melting body panels. Several unscheduled pit stops were required for repair, and the #19 Porsche regained the lead, which it held until the end of the race with the #17 car finishing second.

Ironically, the winning #19 car was the extra 919 that will not be contesting the full WEC season. In fact, Porsche “borrowed” active German Formula One driver Nico Hulkenberg as part of the effort!

Sadly, Porsche’s factory 991-based GTclass cars did not fare well at Le Mans 2015 with two of the cars suffering early engine

failures, while the third car languished in the pit garage for lengthy repairs to its drivetrain and suspension, eventually finishing fifth in class.

In the end, overall victory in Le Mans was the main goal, and Porsche achieved it in convincing fashion. Seventeen years between victories was a long drought, and in the interim, some questioned Porsche’s motives in sacrificing top-level endurance racing to branch out and build SUVs and four-door sedans. However, the profits generated by these mainstream models endowed Porsche with the capital necessary to invest in today’s expensive and high-tech LMP1 landscape. Hopefully, the next generation of Porsche street machines will be enhanced by technology gleaned from these efforts. And perhaps Porsche’s next generation of productionbased GT race cars will get a boost as well!

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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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sheer pace. The two factory-entered 919s qualified 1-2 for the season’s first event, a 6-hour race at Silverstone, England. Alas, one-lap pace does not always equate to a race win, as the #18 car finished second to one of the Audis, albeit by only 4.6 seconds. (For a taste of the awesome battle that raged all race long, search YouTube for “Porsche vs Audi Silverstone 2015.)

Sadly, the sister #17 car dropped out of the race early due to a gearbox issue.

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SBR’S UPCOMING EVENTS & DATES OF INTEREST

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Richard Mitchell Santa Barbar 2008 Cayman S

James & Cat Puccino John & Mary Sramek

Chuck & Bonnie Carter Roger J. & Kathy Forse Christopher & Kendra O’Connor Wayne Veca Ronald & Charlotte Williams Patricia & Wade Zimmerman

11 Years Frank Miceli

4 Years

Eirk Bielitzer Doug & Arlene Braun Kirk & Cathy Gerbacht Donn & Susan LeRoy Joe & Veronica Linden Kirk Lindsey Howard Rubenstein Tara & Kenny Brundrett Chuck Wampler

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Robert & Lynn Cummings Stephen Karolyi Mark & Jeannette Smith Harold & Melissa Van Deinse Dan Rosenthal

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John Achterhof William & Judy Byrd Claus Eisenbach Dean & Christine Pellegrino Daryl Cruser

Randy & Elizabeth Lioz Alex & Heather Olsen Angie & Kyra Toyama

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Ross Bailey Geoff & Dore Baker Paul Davey Christopher Dennis Sean Goldman Shawn Hoover Larry Mosesson Michael Van Dyke

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 log-on 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

NORTH HOLLYWOOD SPEEDOMETER & CLOCK COMPANY

Service & Restoration of VDO Instruments Specializing in: 356 * 911 * 914

6111 Lankershim Blvd., N. Hollywood, CA 91606

818-761-5136 info@nhspeedometer.com www.nhspeedometer.com

The Goodie Store THE GOODIE STORE IS HAVING A HUGE

SALE

OUR ENTIRE INVENTORY IS MARKED DOWN! SHOP THE AUGUST CAMARILLO BREAKFAST!!

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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PCA/SBR Badge 1091 Belleza Street Camarillo, CA 93012

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Lynn Kuchera, 1941-2015 TRIBUTE BY BURT MISEVIC

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ynn Kuchera, a long-time member of PCA-SBR, passed away on June 22, 2015. During his tenure on the Board of Directors, he was a significant contributor to the Santa Barbara Region. He pretty much built the professionalized model still in use for managing advertising for Der Auspuff. At the time he served on the board, his leadership contributions were particularly helpful when the Region had to adjust the production rate of the newsletter for a short time.

Lynn was born in Rapid City, South Dakota, in 1941. He learned to fly private aircraft when he lived in the Midwest and was a very proficient pilot. Lynn initially started his career as an engineer with Ford Motors and then went on to work for 3M Corp., which resulted in his assignment to Camarillo, California, in 1976.

Eventually, the 3M facility in Camarillo closed, but by that time, Lynn and his wife, Evonne, were totally in love with California and had no wish to move away. Lynn went on to develop a successful career in real estate and property management.

Lynn and Evonne entered the sports car world and started with a couple of sports cars from Chevrolet. Later, they acquired a Boxster. Their love affair with Porsche was building! They decided that a larger model was needed, and the C4S was the next

purchase. Lynn was as strong a convert to Porsche as there ever was. Eventually, a Cayenne also found a spot in the garage. He and Evonne fit in well with the Santa Barbara Region. Both are easy to make friends with, fun to be with, and are car nuts. They converted Marge and me to Boodles, the foundation for a decent Martini! We converted them to being F1 broadcast fans. Every race was jointly recorded, viewed and dissected in detail.

Over the past five or six years together, we made numerous driving trips, traveling over the length of our state or as far as the east coast. Sometimes we’d tandem in separate cars, and sometimes it would be Lynn and me in the same car. We had some great runs.

Lynn was a very good performance driver on the road and an easy travel companion. He had years of motorcycle touring experience and traveled as far as Alaska and to most of the National Parks on these bike trips. As a result, we were given access to some great roads and places around the country. Lynn and Evonne enjoyed Porsche Parades and built a whole new circle of Porsche acquaintances.

So, following your next epic Porsche road trip, don’t forget to give a toast to Lynn Kuchera, a great Porsche friend (toasting with Boodles, of course)!

SBR’S PROGRESSIVE DINNER SATURDAY, AUGUST 22, 2015

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Pat & Cheryl Cable’s home in CAMARILLO for hors d’oeuvres & salad

SECOND STOP

The Market Broiler in SIMI VALLEY for dinner entrée and no-host bar

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George & Hilary North’s home in MOORPARK for dessert

AT THE MARKET BROILER, OUR ENTRÉE CHOICES WILL BE: New York Steak - Aged USDA choice New York steak, finished with MB butter, and served with signature cheese potatoes and chef’s fresh vegetables.

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Advertiser Directory Aswell Trophy..................................8 Auctions America, Matt Malamut...20 Automotion..................................IBC

PCA/SBR Classifieds 2004 TURBO CABRIOLET – FOR SALE Atlas Grey w/ graphite grey full leather, 54k miles, x-50, COA, Yellow Calipers, Yellow Belts, Yellow Stitching, Interior Painted ext color. Bose Stereo w/ custom XM Satellite Radio, Nav, Chrome Turbo Twist Wheels. No Racing, No Track time. Schneider Serviced.

MSRP $167,000. Asking Price $52,000 Contact Dr. Steve Mascagno (805) 680-9919 DrSteveMascagno@gmail.com (07/15)

Paul Bancroft Roofing.....................20 Walt Branscome, SBAG....................8

2010 911 Turbo – For Sale Speed Yellow with black interior. 12,437 miles Pristine condition, new tires, ceramic brakes, PDK, PTV, clear bra and much more.

Always garaged, never raced or seen a rainy day.

Have bill sheet - MSRP $166,060 which includes $33,010 in options.

Price $90,000 Contact Phil Johnson (310) 994-0591 phil@ johnson-hughesinc.com (07/15)

California Tire Company..................22 Coachcraft.....................................20 DSR Audio.......................................6 5 Day Tire Stores...........................20 David Fox, State Farm Insurance.....22 Ghost Shield..................................20 Hoverdogs.....................................22 Kundensport....................................6 Lavaggio, The Art of Detailing...........5 Los Angeles Dismantler....................8 McAuliffe Financial Services..........27 Morgan Stanley, George Rasher........8 NAI Capital, Stephen F. Doll...............6

WANT TO BUY – CAYMAN S PDK Looking to purchase: 2009 or 2010 Porsche Cayman S. Prefer no black exterior or interior. Contact Marty Frith (805) 252-4182, maf968@aol.com (05/15) 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)

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RS Enterprises...............................20 Rusnak Westlake Porsche.....IFC & 11 Santa Barbara Auto Group..............BC Schneider Autohaus.........................8 Sierra Madre Collection..................22 Village Properties, Robert Watt.......22 Wheel Concepts............................22

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) 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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The Last Word

Santa Barbara Auto Group Makes It Happen for Make-A-Wish

For this year’s City of Santa Barbara 4th of July Parade, our region, once again, had a huge presence with 45 members and 19 Porsches taking part. Special thanks go to Santa Barbara Auto Group salesman and Santa Barbara Region member Walt Branscome for providing a very special Cayenne ride to Sam Helfand and his dad Mark Helfand. Sam is a Make-A-Wish kid who’s hoping to have his wish granted for a trip to the Aulani Disney Resort in Hawaii. Sam really enjoyed his “parade ride” on the 4th of July. Thanks again to SBAG and our friend Walt Branscome!

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