Porsche Club of America
Los Angeles Region
December 2009
2011 Porsche Boxster Spyder:
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Light, Powerful, Purist Roadster From PCNA ATLANTA - November 5, 2009 - Weighing in at just 2,811 lbs., the new 2011 Porsche Boxster Spyder will be the lightest Porsche available from a company known for lightweight, proficient sports cars. This new mid-engined roadster represents the true, purist form of the sports car - agile, powerful, open and efficient. This third Boxster model will join the Boxster and Boxster S and will make its world debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show, December 2, 2009. The newest member of the Boxster family stands out from the other versions of Porsche's midengined roadster. Its low-slung, lightweight soft top - when closed - extends far to the rear to protect the driver and passenger from bright sunshine, wind and weather. This top, when combined with extra-low side windows and two
striking bulges on the single-piece rear lid, provides the Boxster Spyder with a sleek silhouette reminiscent of the Carrera GT. The Boxster Spyder features a 3.4-liter six-cylinder engine with Direct Fuel Injection upfront of the rear axle. Maximum output is 320 horsepower (hp), 10 hp more than the Boxster S. The combination of 10 more hp and 176 pounds less weight than the award-winning Boxster S, plus an all-new sport suspension that lowers the Boxster Spyder 20 mm, a lower center of gravity, a standard limited slip differential, and exclusive wheels provides the kind of driving dynamics that back up the unique look. Aluminum door skins and lightweight interior door panels from the 911 GT3 RS contribute to the weight reduction. When equipped with Porsche-Doppelkupplung
Boxter Spyder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Porsche Winter Tire Approval . . . . . . . . .4 Saddle Peak Fun Run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 TruSpeed Tech Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 More Greystone Photos . . . . . . . . . . . .1, 4 New Members & Anniversaries . . . . . . . .3 Classified Ads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 LA & Z8 Events Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Fundamentally, the entire Boxster family is the successor to the legendary 550 Spyder and RS 60 of the Fifties and Sixties, all sharing the same mid-engine roadster concept. Low weight and supreme agility combine to provide outstanding driving pleasure. In 2004 and 2008 Porsche produced limited editions of the Boxster bearing the additional name Spyder, honoring the 550 and RS 60. In contrast, the new Boxster Spyder is a regular, but specially developed and upgraded production model as compared with the Boxster and Boxster S. The 2011 Boxster Spyder goes on sale February 2010. U.S. pricing is $61,200.
The new Boxter Spyder. Porsche does know what got them to where they are. PCNA photo.
(PDK) transmission and the Sports Chrono Package, the new Spyder, using Launch Control, accelerates from a standstill to 60 mph in 4.6 seconds. Top track speed is 166 mph - with the roof open.
One of many Greystone photos by LA Region member Knut Oxnevad. See more on page 4.
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Boxter Spyder in top-up configuration. PCNA photo.
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PCA-LA REGION PRESIDENT ......................................................David Altemus 310-478-7727, fax 310-479-5181 1537 Pontius Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90025 VICE PRESIDENT ..................................................Bob Gordon 818-888-7224 SECRETARY .........................................................Roger Ignon rignon@edgesystem.net TREASURER ........................................................Jan Altemus 310-478-7727, fax 310-479-5181 MEMBERSHIP ...............................................Joe Shubitowski joseph.shubitowski@gmail.com ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR ......................................Martin Holford martinholford@me.com ACTIVITIES COMMITTEE Roger Ignon .........................rignon@edgesystem.net Arthur Yuter ................................a.yuter@verizon.net Bill Ehrich, Bob Gordon, Jeff Peck, Terry Sullivan, Robert Vincent
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January 2010
Zone 8 Awards Banquet
6 (Wed.).........................................LAR Board Meeting call 310-478-7727 to verify
February 22
DE - Grand Prix Reg.
16 (Sat.) ......Zone 8 Awards Banquet & Pres. Mtg.
March
23 (Sat.) ..................................................Breakfast Club
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SoCal Literature Meet
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All Porsche Swap Meet
13
Concours Judging School - SGV Reg.
3 (Wed.).........................................LAR Board Meeting call 310-478-7727 to verify
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Autocross - Grand Prix Reg.
27 (Sat.) ..................................................Breakfast Club
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Autocross - Santa Barbara Reg.
March 2010
PCA-ZONE 8 ZONE 8 REPRESENTATIVE....................................Michael Dolphin carrera3@msn.com ZONE 8 WEBMASTER..............................................Ken Short webmaster@zone8.org CONCOURS CHAIR .................................................Joe Nedza jcnedza@aol.com RALLY CHAIR .........................................................Tom Gould tcg3@aol.com CHIEF DRIVING INSTRUCTOR.................................Paul Young pdyoung@cox.net TIME TRIAL CHAIR/DE CHAIR.................................Paul Young pdyoung@cox.net AUTOCROSS CHAIR ........................................Neil Heimburge porschebadboy@cox.net CLUB RACE COORDINATOR ...........................................Vince Knauf vvvince@aol.com RULES COORDINATOR................................................Tom Brown tb911@adelphia.net TREASURER ..............................................Linda Cobarrubias MS993@aol.com REGION COORDINATOR ....................................Gary Peterson Gary.Peterson@HRH.com CHANGE OF ADDRESS .....................................Notify at once: pca.org - Member Services & Contacts & Joe Shubitowski - joseph.shubitowski@gmail.com SUBSCRIPTIONS PCA members of other regions may become “Dual” members of PCA-LA and receive the Porscherama for 12 months by sending $24.00 to Joe Shubitowski, Membership Chairman, joseph.shubitowski@gmail.com Non-member subscription $36.00/ year. EDITORIAL POLICY Porscherama is the official publication of the Porsche Club of America, Los Angeles Region. (PCA/LA), a California Non Profit Corporation. It is published in accordance with the club by-laws and conditions of the charter granted by the Porsche Club of America. Statements contained herein are those of the author(s) and do not constitute an opinion of the PCA/LA, its board of directors or staff. All contributions become property of Porscherama. Porscherama reserves the right to edit all contributions. ADVERTISING POLICY Classified Advertising: Porscherama accepts classified ads for Porsche cars, parts, and Porsche related items. Ads can run for three consecutive months. No charge to PCA/LA members. Non-member cost is $10.00 per month payable in advance, after which time they must be resubmitted. Porscherama is not responsible for the accuracy of information contained in any ad and does not warrant or guarantee the condition of items offered for sale, nor the accuracy of any claims or representation made by the advertiser. Type or print clearly, include your PCA number and email ad copy to: imset@pacbell.net with “Porsche Classified” in the subject line.
February 2010
3 (Wed.).........................................LAR Board Meeting call 310-478-7727 to verify
April 9-11
California Festival of Speed - Zone 8
17
Concours - SGV Reg.
24-25
Autocross, DE - Las Vegas Region
25
Autocross School - Santa Barbara Reg.
27 (Sat.) ..................................................Breakfast Club
April 2010 7 (Wed.).........................................LAR Board Meeting call 310-478-7727 to verify 24 (Sat.) ..................................................Breakfast Club
May 8
Rallye School - Santa Barbara Reg.
May 2010
15
Rallye - Cal Inland Reg.
16
Concours - Grand Prix Reg.
5 (Wed.).........................................LAR Board Meeting call 310-478-7727 to verify
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DE - Cal Central Coast Reg.
22-23
DE - Grand Prix Reg.
23
Rallye - Santa Barbara Reg.
22 (Sat.) ..................................................Breakfast Club
June 2010 2 (Wed.).........................................LAR Board Meeting call 310-478-7727 to verify
June
26 (Sat.) ..................................................Breakfast Club Event Info:
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Concours - OC Reg.
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Autocross - Grand Prix & SGV Reg.
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NEW MEMBERS August 2009 Michael J. Calabrese Joseph Demeo
September 2009 (cont.)
Manhattan Beach
Alexander Duke
Los Angeles
Benjamin M. Shahrabani
Peter J. Enneking
Los Angeles
Katsuhisa Takai
North Hollywood
Manhattan Beach
Peter B. Fodor
Los Angeles
Mike Tandiama
Cerritos
Beverly Hills
Neil Hamadey
Palos Verdes Estates
Torsten T. Zorn
Pasadena
Santa Monica
Yannick J. Herrouin Monica Madan Christian W. Nichols
October 2009 (cont.)
Diamond Bar
Steve Jones
Torrance
November 2009
James M. Oest
Los Angeles
Antoine Peltier
Stepehn P. Petty
Los Angeles
Richard J. Shapiro
David Popowitz
Los Angeles
John W. Strobel
Yorba Linda
Gary Goo
Robert Ramirez
Lomita
Mel Tang
Los Angeles
Selahattin Imrohoroglu
William C. Schmeltz
Camarillo
September 2009 Michael Balanon Valerie Barkhordar Scott Davis
West Hills
Bob Dowell
Cerritos
Newport Beach
David B. Berman
Woodland Hills
Bruce A. Eddy
West Hollywood Rolling Hills Estates Beverly Hills
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Sherman Oaks
Patrick Kester
Playa Del Rey
Darryl R. Zengler
Altadena
Rudi H. Linke
Rancho Palos Verdes
October 2009
Encino West Hollywood
Agoura Hills
Venice
Nir Bashan
Los Angeles
Steve Kudler
Richard Paik
Palmdale
Michael R. Pippin
Whittier
Woodland Hills
Christine E. Rogers
San Pedro
Los Angeles
Arthur W. Shapiro
Claremont
Gabrieal Mizrahi
ANNIVERSARIES August 2009
September 2009 (cont.)
35 Years
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30 Years
Howard S. Burr
25 Years
David R. Schlocker
20 Years
James Panger
15 Years
Craig K. Hibbs
15 Years
5 Years
Samuel J. Shacks 10 Years
Stanley Gold Joshua Green
35 Years 20 Years
Steven Nagelberg 5 Years
James Panger Marc S. Edwards Jerome D. Macht Cort Wagner
October 2009
Roger G. Ignon Stephen L. Kurtin
Bud Cashen Steve Herbert David Thompson
Donald L. Hartley William H. Nickel
Alexander J. Chen
10 Years
Michael A. Catalano Jeffrey A. Evans Kenneth R. Sieck Bing Sokolsky Daryl Wilson
Paul Patsis
September 2009 25 Years
James P. Fitzgerald
20 Years
Larry A. Mceachern
5 Years
35 Years
Paul R. Norris
30 Years
Thomas Mcintyre Kent G. Morgan
25 Years
Barry E. Johnson Geary Moore Smith
10 Years
Adrian Hurley Sidney Mark Ono
5 Years
Dave Banerjee
Gene Kovalev
James G. White
Dennis D. Morrison
D.R. Yamashita
Michael A. Barth
15 Years
Carlo A. Loffredo
40 Years
Rick Gleitsman Miguel O. Heredia
David A. Brotman Sandy Isaac
November 2009
Jeff Armant Colin T. Ebeling Richard Katz Victor Preisler
Paul D. Frankel Richard P. Portnoy Octavio Rezende Terry Sullivan Stefan I. Zweig
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December 2009
been available for years. Tire treads and rubber compounds have changed in an ongoing process of development, thus influencing the driving behavior of such old Porsche models. Conducting elaborate tests, Porsche's engineers determine which of the tires available today harmonize best with the features of a classic Porsche. The highlight in this testing and approving process is an extensive test program up north in the Polar Circle.
Winter Tire Approval vehicles. Looks like fun to me! PCNA photo.
Porsche Approves Winter Tires Specifically for Young and Old Classics — Extensive Tire Test Program for Older Model Series Stuttgart - November 18, 2009 - Porsche has extended its demanding approval process for winter tires to include tires for young and old classics. Offering customers this unusual service, the German manufacturer of sports cars enables drivers of older models to use the best available products on their car. Porsche is therefore
Greystone Photos The photos shown here were shot by Knut Oxnevad. During our concours at Greystone Mansion, he pitched in and helped us with timing and other necessary chores. When not
providing valuable help and orientation particularly in the process of choosing new winter tires with safe driving characteristics also on snow and ice. A further point is that this makes Porsche one of the few car makers to offer such an elaborate tire approval process. Well over 70 percent of all Porsche sports cars ever built still exist today and are still driven actively in most cases - in both summer and winter. Indeed, even classic Porsche models more than 20 years old still offer the kind of performance today one would expect of a modern sports car. But the tires fitted when such old and new classics were still in production have no longer working at that, he climbed and crawled all over the place and got some great shots from a wide range of vantage points. These are just a few of the images he captured that hot day in August. Knut has decided to make prints available to interested Porsche fans. Each print will be
Numerous Porsche models built in former years, among them the 911, 928, 964, 993 and 996, and then all the way to the first Boxsters, have been tested for this purpose on countless laps at the Arctic Driving Center in the Finnish town of Rovaniemi. The criteria to be fulfilled by the tires tested in order to receive approval by Porsche are so strict that not all tires met the test requirements. The characteristics and features typical of an older air-cooled 911, for example, form an challenge not easy to overcome. Further tests for dry and wet handling on test routes free of snow round off the test programme as such. Information on which tires are recommended for which Porsche model is presented on Porsche's website (www.porsche.com) and is also available at all Porsche dealerships. numbered and signed by him and handsomely presented in a black frame. Prices start at $150. Contact Knut Oxnevad for all the details:
oxnevad@simtano.com 818-943-7917
December 2009
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Saddle Peak Lodge Fun Run and Brunch
The group begins to gather. Art Yuter photo.
Sunday October 4th was the day of our fun run through the Santa Monica Mountains, followed by brunch at Saddle Peak Lodge in Topanga Canyon. The run was fun and the food and people were excellent. Pictures to the left by Art Yuter. TruSpeed front entrance. Bruce Pollock photo.
TruSpeed Tour & Tech Service, Sales & Racing
Some of the worthy steeds. Art Yuter photo.
November 21, 2009. On this cool Saturday morning, Roger Grago and Rob Morgan of TruSpeed Motorcars were gracious enough to host our visit to their 25,000 square foot sales and service facility in Costa Mesa. This is the home of their racing team as well and there were several cars available for our inspection which were in for the normal between-season rebuilding and upgrading. As the photo below shows, no bolt or fastener is left uninspected during this process.
Terry Sullivan prepares the group. Art Yuter photo.
These are the folks responsible for the 904 that was at our concours. They hope to add many more service customers to fill their ample and pristine facility.
Porsches for sale everywhere. Jeff Peck photo.
Roger Grago (L) and Rob Morgan (R) of TruSpeed, our hosts. Martin Holford photos.
A stop for stretching and viewing. Art Yuter photo. Roger Grago addressing the group. Jeff Peck photo. Between seasons race cars are completely rebuilt and upgraded as necessary. Martin Holford photo.
Good food in a lodge environment. Mounted onlookers may block PETA approval. Art Yuter photo.
Time to go home. Art Yuter photo.
A 2010 GT3 Cup Car on display. Jeff Peck photo.
TruSpeed’s transporter. Home on the road. Martin Holford photo.
Race cars in for rebuilding. Jeff Peck photo.
Spotless facility at TruSpeed. Martin Holford photo.
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