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Welcome to the second issue of Porsche Parade for 2024!
As the editor of Porsche Parade here at the Porsche Club of Victoria, I’ve seen plenty of changes and innovations come through the Porsche lineup over the years. But with the launch of the new 911 Carrera GTS hybrid, it feels like we’re standing at a significant crossroads. Is this the end of an era for the 911, or merely a fresh twist in its long history?
The new 911 Carrera GTS hybrid is certainly a marvel of modern engineering. Merging the iconic flat-six engine with advanced hybrid technology, it promises an exhilarating blend of power and efficiency. With an electric motor delivering instant torque, the GTS rockets from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.0 seconds. It’s undeniably fast, and yet, I can’t help but feel a bit nostalgic for the simpler, rawer days of pure internal combustion.
There’s a school of thought among diehard enthusiasts that this hybrid step might dilute what makes the 911 so special. The fear is that with each nod to modernity, we might lose a little bit of that visceral, unfiltered connection to the car. The engine’s growl, the mechanical precision, could these be compromised by going hybrid?
On the flip side, Porsche has been meticulous in ensuring that the hybrid 911 retains its
Club Contacts
Social sub-committee
Social Director Clyde White social@pcv.com.au
Julie Fodera Werner Engel
Lisa Gillespie Alvaro Del Gallo
Kon Gogos Carly Pasco
Natalie Griss Vickie Morris
Geoffrey Mould Alison Belot
Greg Burns Simon Murray
Debbie Weinbach Susan Cummin
Track sub-committee
Track Director Bill Toohey: motorsport@pcv.com.au
Marshal Co-ordinator Murray Seymour: marshals@pcv.com.au
Track Secretary Richard Catchlove
Juris Briedis Andrew Bonwick
Peter Harrison Cameron Goodyear
Tony Carolan Phil Treloar
Mark Horton Andrews Daniel Reynolds Andrew Smith Natalie Jordan
soul. The heart-thumping performance, the classic design, and the unmistakable driving dynamics are all still there. They’ve just been given a modern twist, enhancing the driving experience rather than overshadowing it.
In the diverse driving conditions we enjoy across Victoria, from the sweeping bends of the Great Ocean Road to Melbourne’s bustling streets the hybrid 911 brings a practical edge with its reduced emissions and improved fuel efficiency. But is practicality what we crave from a 911, or is it the sheer thrill of untamed power?
The hybrid 911 does pose a philosophical question: are we compromising too much in the name of progress, or is this the evolution the 911 needed to stay relevant in a rapidly changing automotive landscape?
Ultimately, whether you view the 911 Carrera GTS hybrid as a sign of the end times or the beginning of a new era, one thing is certain Porsche has never been one to shy away from bold steps forward. As we embrace this new hybrid model, we might find that the future of the 911, while different, is just as exciting and exhilarating as its storied past.
Ron Widdison
Editor
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Early 911 Marcus Hancock
Mid 911 (1974-89) Paul Sbrissa & Leigh Norrie
993/964 Roger Vella & Leon Christodulaki Modern 911 Kon Gogos & Ari Haner
911 Turbos Paul Blackie
GT3, RS & RSR Hugh Feggans
Boxster & Cayman Mark Behan, Carlo Fasolino & Graeme Rissman
Torque Tube Wayne Williamson & Jon Tiktin
Cayenne/Macan Jake Parsons & Reza Mohammed
Taycan Mike Day
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President’s Report
As we conclude another eventful quarter, I hope that you are all managing to stay warm as we brave the icy chill that has settled in.
I was recently reflecting on my experience with the club, after being interviewed by a student doing a research project on women in motorsport. I had initially joined for the purpose of track racing, after attending one of our President’s Day events some years back with my father, Philip Treloar. Though it isn’t just the excitement of racing that keeps me so involved, it is the people that I meet along the way. I have made some lifelong friends through the club (and with the help of the Entrée mentors, taken a few seconds off my initial lap times!).
We are an incredibly active club, offering more events than any other car club in Australia, and I think it’s testament to the passion of our members and commitment of our volunteers, that the club continues to thrive and expand.
On top of our usual Track Days, Register and Social Runs, the last quarter has seen a multitude of events, including the Sandown 360 (6-Hour Regularity), Lang Lang Proving Ground Experience, Club Morning at Lorbeks, Track Day at The Bend, Simulator Night, Technical Night, and Wine Appreciation Dinner at Chancery Lane. We also held a special ‘On The Track’ informational webinar, for the club’s Entrée driver program.
I would like to thank all volunteers and committee members for their efforts in putting together these events. It may appear that they all run like clockwork (at least we hope that it appears that way), though a lot of work goes on behind the scenes of our club, and we are continuously trying to improve on what we are offering, bringing new ideas for the benefit of the club and our members.
We are in the process of formalising some new focussed special interest groups, tailored towards encouraging members to get the most out of the club, and providing additional opportunities to get involved. These latest additions to our everexpanding list of events, are the creation of the Women’s Group and Young Members Group. More information to come...
As always, I look forward to seeing you at one of our upcoming events, and with the upcoming Social and Register runs, Track Days and the next Club Morning at Young Timers Garage, there are plenty of opportunities to come together and share our passion for the Club and all things Porsche.
Melanie Treloar President
Paul Sbrissa
Russell Sturzaker
Bill Toohey Track Director
Melanie Treloar President
Flavio Lacota
Mark Horton Andrews Committee
Alison Belot Committee
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Social Reflections
Here I am penning another Social Reflections in winter. The first half of the year has slipped passed too quickly, for no other reason than, how busy our social calendar has been. The committee has worked very hard to deliver our events. A very big thank you to our committee.
Whilst I am in the midst of finalising the Club Night at Porsche Centre Doncaster. I would like to put some background to the new owner of PCB and PCD. As you may be aware PCD and PCB have been acquired by Penske, an extremely large corporate global entity. I managed to get Hamish Christie-Johnston as our guest speaker for our Club Night, which has been booked out with a waiting list.
Hamish is the Managing Director of Penske Australia and New Zealand. Penske in Australia and NZ employ over 1300 staff and have a revenue base in excess of $1.2 billion, prior to the acquisition of the Porsche dealerships. Another snippet, Penske now own 24 Porsche dealerships with the majority in the UK.
I have spent a lot of time communicating with Hamish, which leaves me very confident our Club will continue to maintain and build our relationship. Further, I look forward to Hamish’s address, which should be a really informative night for our members.
As you will read in this addition of our magazine, an interview profile on David Simpson General Manager Porsche Centre Melbourne, written jointly by Ken Marriott and myself. Ken and I will similarly conduct an interview with Hamish and write a profile, which I have organised, for our October issue.
Deb Weinbach organised our first event for the quarter, Super Simulator Night at Young Timers Garage. The night was well attended by an enthusiastic group that feasted first, at a nearby cafe and then took on the simulators. The racing was very competitive and enjoyable. Ultimate congratulations are with Will Tarrant, who was crowned King of the mountain. A very big thank you to Deb for organising the simulator night. Keep your eye out for the next event, it comes very highly recommended by the attendees.
Natalie Griss and Simon Murray organised another booked out midweek run, which has taken on a large group of very keen followers. The run was complimented by a fine Autumn morning with excellent roads and a great lunch at Trentham’s Cosmopolitan Hotel. Well done Nat and Simon. I feel for one new member, whom shall remain nameless, unfortunately experienced a disappointment, with a stone chip on his new Carrera, which is only a few weeks old.
The Club Morning at Lorbek’s was outstanding, as reflected by the feedback survey. The 8.30am start, commenced with a lovely but slightly chilly morning, with plenty of hot drinks, granola, fruit and an array of bagels with a variety of yummy fillings for breakfast. The Porsche marque was very well represented, with a fine display of all models young and old. Lorbek’s posted a great video of the morning. I encourage you to review it on our Facebook page. One of the best aspects of the morning was the number of families attending, with our next generation of members very enthusiastically viewing the cars.
I would like to thank Srecko and David Lorbek for their generous support by sponsoring coffee from their cafe and hosting the Club Morning.
One very interesting fact of being served coffee by the coffee van, and a talking point amongst our members, was the image of the Porsche logo on top of the frothed-up cappuccino.
Unique?
Werner Engel organised a technical night at Renner Auto, which was expected to attract 25 bookings. The demand outstripped expectations, with 46 registrants. The survey feedback was excellent, with requests for more such nights. Once again, the night attracted a number of children, which is most encouraging. Thanks Werner.
The Autumn Run to Debortoli at Dixons Creek, organised by Geoff Mould was very good, albeit Geoff was unable to influence the weather!
The morning commenced with us meeting for hot coffee and pastries, with the compliments of Porsche Centre Brighton. A very big thank you to Natalie Juriansz for making our club feel so welcome and her generosity. The route taken was excellent, followed by good food, wine and vistas of the beautiful Yarra Valley. Thanks, Geoff, for a great Run.
Greg Burns as usual curated a wonderful fine food and wine dinner at Chancery Lane. Greg has a cult following for these gatherings, which get booked quickly. Well done and thanks Greg.
As always, I encourage members to please contact me with new ideas or if you wish to join the Social Committee.
Clyde White Social Director
Since I last wrote, we have been fortunate to have some good weather for our track days that has allowed us to really make the most of our wonderful Porsche toys in their natural environment – on the track.
Porsche Centre Brighton Sandown 360 Regularity
We had excellent feedback from those that competed in the Porsche Centre Brighton Sandown 360 Regularity. This, along with The Bend, are the marquee events of our track year, with the Regularity having the distinctive features of being a team event and including many teams from other car clubs – and indeed from interstate.
Notwithstanding that, those that attend invariably have a great day, but we have seen entrant numbers fall away somewhat over recent years. The Track Committee has put our thinking hats on (OK, most of us read car magazines while Mark Horton Andrews did the thinking) and are developing a modified “group regularity” concept for 2025. In brief, drivers with similar lap time nominations would be grouped into “regularity sessions” of defined duration to run on the track with each other. We see that that this will mitigate a couple of the downsides of the traditional format by:
• separating the fast and slow cars, thereby reducing the great discrepancy in speed, especially down the straight where Cup cars could conceivably be close to 100kph faster than some of the older vehicles that enter; and
• allowing faster laps (regularity rules dictate a limited range between minimum and maximum average speed), thus letting some of the Porsche GT and Cup cars really “flex their horsepower”
From Pit Lane
Anyway, stay tuned, we are aiming to firm-up the concept over the next few months, with current thinking preferring a one day only format hosting a 240 or 300 minute regularity.
The Bend
This was structured as a two-day event, and the feedback on both the track and the social activities was again positive e.g. 87% of survey respondents said they would go back to a similar event next year.
I want to give a special shout out to our co-hosts, MSCA, who’s cooperation is essential to making this a viable event for us, and who have been instrumental in running the event – at what I believe is the best track for club level motorsport in Australia, if not the southern hemisphere!!
The survey responses have suggested a few tweaks for next year – the Track Committee is working through the practicalities of some of those, recognising that we need to respect the preference of all entrants.
In any case, we are working with MSCA to plan for a broadly similar event over the ANZAC day weekend next year, with track days on the Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 April.
Entrée & Mentors
This has been an area of focus over the last 6 months.
Earlier this year Motorsport Australia introduced new requirements governing “coaching” which, while well intended, had some unfortunate technical requirements that would have significantly disrupted the way the Club operates the Entrée programme. Fortunately we (particular thanks to Andrew
Bonwick) have been able to agree with Motorsport Australia a derogation and, broadly speaking, continue to operate (at least for a year) under our documented process.
More recently, we conducted a “Come to Track” on-line information evening for those members who might be interested in getting a first-hand appreciation of what our wonderful Porsches are like at speed. It was well attended (over 50 members) and shortly afterwards saw one of our biggest rollouts of Entrée drivers at Sandown that I recall.
While on this topic, the Track Committee (and I know I speak for the whole Club as well), greatly appreciates the contribution our Entrée Mentors make in dedicating a significant part of their track day for the benefit of the club and those new to track – a big thank you!! We are looking at ways to recognise your contribution.
Competition Rules
Finally, the Track Committee has considered the various technological advances in Porsche cars and their impact on the way we categorise vehicles for Track Competition. We intend to make some changes for next year - refer to “The PCV Forum” on the club’s Wild Apricot site for details.
Finally, we have sprints coming up at Sandown, Phillip Island, Broadford and Calder, so let’s “get on the gas.”
Bill Toohey Track Director
JULY
Wednesday 3
2024 CALENDAR
SOCIAL - Mid Week Coffee Run
Sunday 7 REGISTER - Cayenne & Macan Run
Sunday 14 REGISTER - GT3/RS Run
Sunday 21 TRACK - Sandown
Wednesday 24 SOCIAL - Mid Week Lunch Run
AUGUST
Sunday 4 SOCIAL - Winter Run
Sunday 11 Club Morning at Young Timers Garage
Sunday 18 REGISTER - Taycan Run
Sunday 25 REGISTER - Modern 911 Run
Sunday 25 REGISTER - Boxster/Cayman Run
Saturday 31 TRACK - Phillip Island
SEPTEMBER
Wednesday 4 Wine Dinner
Thursday 12 Annual Go Kart Challenge (TBC)
Saturday 14 SOCIAL - Coffee Run
Sunday 15 TRACK - Broadford
Sunday 22 REGISTER - Torque Tube Run
Sunday 29 SOCIAL - Women’s Run
OCTOBER
Sunday 6 REGISTERS - Early 911 Run
Tuesday 8 AGM/Club Night at PCB
Sunday 13 REGISTERS - 993/964 Run
Saturday 19 TRACK - Calder Sprint
Sunday 20 SOCIAL - Spring Run
Sunday 27 REGISTERS - Turbo Run
NOVEMBER
Sunday 3 REGISTERS - Boxster/Cayman Run
Sunday 10 REGISTERS - Torque Tube Run
Wednesday 13 REGISTERS - Modern 911 Run
Sunday 17 TRACK - President’s Day
Sunday 24 REGISTERS - Boxster/Cayman Run
Saturday 30 Annual Dinner & Awards
DECEMBER
Sunday 1 REGISTERS - Cayenne/Macan Run
Saturday 14 SOCIAL - Coffee Run
Sunday 15 REGISTERS - Mid 911 Run
PLEASE NOTE: These dates are subject to change for reasons beyond our control.
Technical Night at Renner Auto
A successful night was had by 46 club members including young family members on a cold Wednesday evening in May. The idea was to introduce the car making business to young folk to get them interested in Porsches and hopefully to get involved in the club when they are older.
The night started at 6.30pm with burgers and drinks at the “Mae” café in front of the “Renner Auto” factory in Malvern East.
Jason Ferraro, owner of the business of reinterpreting 1950’s Porsche 356 Speedsters, gave a very interesting history of his company including the process and making of these cars to full Australian ADR compliance.
The evening included the construction process of both steel and carbon fibre bodied cars at over $300k each. The cars on show were of an extreme high quality to match the price.
The basics of these cars was originally created by Ferdinand’s son “Butsi” in 1948 in Gmund Austria before permanently moving to Stuttgart, and the rest is history.
15th May
Thanks to all the members that attended, and especially to those that brought younger people along. n
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Story & Photos by: Werner Engel
New 911 Carrera GTS and 911 Carrera T-Hybrid for significantly enhanced performance Stuttgart/Australia
Porsche has fundamentally upgraded the iconic 911 sports car. The new 911 Carrera GTS is the first street-legal 911 equipped with a super-lightweight performance hybrid. The newly developed, innovative powertrain system, with 3.6 litres of displacement, delivers significantly improved driving performance.
The 911 Carrera GTS Coupé accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 3.0 seconds and reaches a top speed of 312 km/h for the track. The 911 Carrera will also be available immediately upon the launch of the new model. It is powered by a lightly modified 3.0-litre twin-turbo boxer engine that is more powerful than its predecessors. The new 911 also features a revamped design, better aerodynamics, a fresh interior, upgraded standard equipment and expanded connectivity.
With the relaunch of this iconic model, Porsche has modernised four of its six model lines in just a few months: Panamera, Taycan, Macan and 911. “Our product portfolio is younger than ever and highly attractive,” says CEO Oliver Blume. “It offers our customers even more customisation options and exclusive experiences.”
Inspired by motorsport: innovative performance hybrid
For the new 911 Carrera GTS models, Porsche’s engineers used knowledge gained from motor racing as the basis for designing the hybrid system. “We developed and tested a wide variety of ideas and approaches to arrive at the hybrid system that would suit the 911 perfectly. The result is a unique drive that fits into the overall
concept of the 911 and significantly enhances its performance,” says Frank Moser, Vice President Model Lines 911 and 718.
The lightweight and powerful T-Hybrid system has a newly developed electric exhaust gas turbocharger. An integrated electric motor, placed between the compressor and turbine wheel, instantaneously brings the turbocharger up to speed. This immediately builds up boost pressure. The electric motor in the exhaust gas turbocharger also functions as a generator. It generates up to 11 kW (15 PS) of electric power#. This energy is extracted from the exhaust gas flow. The wastegate-free electric turbocharger allows the use of only one turbocharger instead of the previous two, which ensures a more dynamic and responsive power delivery.
The powertrain also includes a permanent magnet synchronous motor integrated into the new, more powerful eight-speed dualclutch transmission (PDK). Even at idle speed, it supports the boxer engine with extra drive torque of up to 150 Nm and provides a power boost of up to 40 kW. Porsche couples both electric motors to a lightweight and compact high-voltage battery. It corresponds in size and weight to a conventional 12-volt starter battery, but stores up to 1.9 kWh of energy (gross) and operates at a voltage of 400 V. For an optimised overall weight, Porsche has installed a lightweight lithium-ion battery for the 12 V on-board electrical system.
The heart of the T-Hybrid drive is a newly developed 3.6-litre boxer engine. The high-voltage system allows the air-conditioning compressor to be driven electrically and the belt drive to be omitted as a result, making the engine much more compact. This creates space above the power unit for the pulse inverter and DC-DC converter.
An enlarged bore of 97 mm and an increased stroke of 81 mm increase the displacement by 0.6 litres compared to its
n 911 Carrera GTS: Innovative, lightweight T-Hybrid with a newly developed 3.6-litre six-cylinder boxer engine, electric turbocharger and electric motor
n Striking design with active aerodynamics
n Fully digital cockpit and expanded connectivity
n 911 Carrera with revamped 3.0 six-cylinder boxer engine
n Porsche rounds out its 2024 year of product launches with the iconic 911
predecessor. The engine has VarioCam camshaft control and a valve control with rocker arms. It maintains the ideal mixture ratio of fuel and air over the entire map (lambda = 1).
Even without electrical assistance, the boxer engine delivers 357 kW (485 PS) and 570 Nm of torque. In total, the system output is 398 kW (541 PS) and 610 Nm. The power increase over its predecessor is 45 kW (61 PS). The new 911 Carrera GTS also beats its predecessor when accelerating to 100 km/h, particularly off the line.
The 911 Carrera still features a 3.0-litre boxer engine with twin turbocharging. This engine, too, has been comprehensively revamped. Among other things, it has now adopted the intercooler from the Turbo models, which now sits directly under the rear lid grille, above the engine. The turbochargers in the new 911 Carrera were reserved for the GTS models in its predecessor. With these modifications, Porsche simultaneously achieves a power boost to 290 kW (394 PS), along with maximum torque of 450 Nm.
The new 911 Carrera Coupé goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.1 seconds (3.9 seconds with the Sport Chrono package) and boasts a top speed of 294 km/h for the track. Compared to its predecessor, this represents an improvement of 0.1 seconds.
Optimised suspension and active aerodynamics
The suspension of the 911 Carrera GTS has also been comprehensively revised. For the first time, rear-axle steering now comes as standard. It increases stability at high speeds and reduces the turning circle. Porsche has integrated the Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) anti-roll stabilisation system into the high-voltage system of the
performance hybrid. This enables the use of an electro-hydraulic control system, which makes the system even more flexible and precise. The sports suspension with a variable damper system (PASM) and a ride height lowered by 10 mm provide characteristic GTS handling.
A total of seven 19-/20-inch or 20-/21-inch wheel designs are available for the new 911. Available for the first time in the 911 Carrera are Exclusive Design wheels with carbon blades that reduce the drag coefficient and therefore increase efficiency.
The 911 Carrera GTS models roll on 21-inch wheels with a width of 11.5 inches and 315/30 ZR 21 tyres at the rear as standard. At the front are 245/35 ZR 20 tyres on 8.5-inch wide 20-inch wheels. In line with the significantly enhanced performance, the wider footprint of the rear tyres improves the driving dynamics and traction of the new 911 Carrera GTS.
Sporty, streamlined exterior
Porsche has streamlined the exterior design of the 911 with carefully targeted updates. Most of these measures improve the aerodynamics and performance of the sports car. The changes include new, model-specific bumpers. For the first time, Porsche has also integrated all light functions into the now standard matrix LED headlights of the 911, with their characteristic four-point graphic. This makes it possible to omit the front driving lights and creates space for larger cooling vents in the front of the car.
On the 911 Carrera GTS models, the front end has five vertically arranged active cooling air flaps visible from the outside and another hidden flap on each side. For the first time in the 911, these are complemented by adaptive front diffusers in the underbody, which are controlled together with the cooling air flaps. These elements direct the air flow as required: when power requirements are minimal,
closed flaps optimise aerodynamics. When power demand is high – for example in on-track situations – the flaps direct large amounts of air to the car’s radiators. The sensors for the assistance systems are now located behind a high-gloss surface below the number plate.
Optionally, Porsche offers the new headlights with an HD matrix LED function with more than 32,000 light points. The high-performance high beam illuminates the road to a distance of more than 600 metres. It also offers innovative additional functions such as a driving-mode-dependent dynamic cornering light, lane brightening, construction site and bottleneck light and a non-dazzling high beam that is precise to the pixel.
The redesigned light strip with an integrated arc and ‘PORSCHE’ logo makes the rear end of the 911 appear deeper and wider. A redesigned rear grille with five fins per side connects to the rear window to form a graphic unit that fades into the retractable spoiler below. The number plate is positioned higher, with a clearly structured rear bumper. Model-specific exhaust systems are elegantly integrated into the striking diffuser fins. A sports exhaust system is optionally available for the 911 Carrera models. The 911 Carrera GTS models come standard with a GTS-specific sports exhaust system. An optional aero kit further enhances the performance of the 911 Coupé. It includes a distinctive SportDesign front bumper with a unique front spoiler, matching side sill panels and a lighter, fixed rear wing. These components reduce lift and improve the grip of the sports car.
Fully digital cockpit and expanded connectivity
In the coupé variants, Porsche has designed the interior of the new 911 as a two-seater as standard. However, in Australia, the 2+2 seat
configuration is set as the default but can be removed at no extra charge. In the cockpit, Porsche combines the familiar 911 design DNA with modern technology: the Porsche Driver Experience control concept focuses on the driver’s axis and intuitive, faster operation.
Essential control elements have been arranged directly on or around the steering wheel. These include the standard driving mode switch, the revised driver assistance lever and, for the first time in the 911, a start button – to the right of the steering wheel, naturally. In the centre console storage compartment of the new 911, there is a cooled compartment for smartphones, with an inductive charging function for compatible phones.
For the first time, the 911 has a fully digital instrument cluster. The 12.6-inch curved display fits elegantly into the new control and display concept and can be extensively customised. It offers up to seven views, including an exclusive Classic display inspired by the traditional five-tube Porsche dial design with a central tachometer.
The Porsche Communication Management (PCM) system is still operated via the high-resolution central display with a 10.9-inch screen. However, the customisability of the driving modes and the operation of the driver assistance systems have been significantly improved.
The upgraded 911 also has new connectivity features. A QR code significantly simplifies the logging-on process to the PCM with the Porsche ID. Apple CarPlay® is more deeply integrated into the car. If desired, it displays information in the instrument cluster and enables the operation of vehicle functions directly in the Apple® ecosystem, for example via the Siri® voice assistant. For the first time, video streaming is also optionally available while parked. Apps such as Spotify® and Apple Music® can be used as native apps in the PCM without a connected smartphone. n
In Australia, all new 911 models will be additionally fitted with the following features as standard:
All variants
• Tyre fit set
• Windscreen with Grey top tint
• Up to the Dreams exterior colour range
• Power steering Plus (No-Cost Option)
• Surround View with Active Parking Support
• Lane Change Assist
• Comfort Access
• BOSE Surround Sound System
• Digital radio
Select variants
• 14-way Comfort seats with memory package (911 Carrera models only)
• Rear wiper as a No-Cost Option (911 Coupé models only)
• Adaptive cruise control (911 Carrera models only)
• Adaptive cruise control as a No-Cost Option (911 Carrera GTS models only)
Now available to order from $280,500
PCV & MSCA Two Day Track Event at The Bend Motorsport Park
Tailem Bend, South Australia
Friday 26th & Saturday 27th April 2024 | Story by:
Secretary) and their MSCA & PCV support team. I am completely overwhelmed by the amount of work that the respective Clubs’ organising committees, and particularly Bruce and Petrina, have committed to making this event such a success. This includes but is not restricted to, the several emails welcoming competitors to the event, providing competition numbers, garage allocations, self-scrutiny and statement of vehicle compliance documents, dorian hire, running two online driver briefings and a daily briefing at the track each day.
This event was organised and run between PCV and MSCAV and attracted 50 PCV members, plus two from PCSA and ten from PCNSW with the balance of cars representing MSCA and other car clubs from Victoria or interstate. A notable mention was the owner and driver of the Ford GT40 replica who had travelled from Queensland just to experience this track. The total number of entries was 171 and fortunately 24 officials representing PCV or MSCA attended to assist in the running of the event.
Having driven from Melbourne on the Thursday, sometimes through light rain, it was pleasing to arrive at the track in sunshine, unload the car, put it away in the pit-lane garage, book into Rydges and complete driver registration with Bruce and Petrina (MSCA President &
Leigh Norrie
In addition to this they organised the Event Dinner on the Friday night. This was a great opportunity for club members to mix in a friendly social environment and hear from Wayne Williams The Bend Chief Operations Manager. Wayne played a major role in bringing the inaugural PCV/ MSCAV event to The Bend and who also arranged for some officials to be driven on track for hot laps during the lunch break.
At the dinner we also heard from Dean Canto, an Australian race car driver, who took us on a video hot lap of the circuit and provided many pointers on how to drive the very technical and demanding track in a “smooth and fast” manner. I am sure that this was advantageous to drivers and put to use the following morning on the track.
Given the number of competitors this event is most likely the largest non-commercial, club based event run in Australia and the nature of the event, the professional manner in which it was run, the collaboration between clubs and the culture are to be commended. I was really impressed with the way the event was run to schedule, sure there was a few delays but
drivers were able to run their four allocated sessions on each day. The marshalling area was well laid out with officials directing drivers to their correct seeded position. Drivers using the Natsoft timing results knew exactly where they were seeded in their group and the clarity of the Natsoft results was excellent.
Now to the track, this is by far the best motorsport track I have ever driven. The table below shows the best times for the event in each Class. Daniel Reynolds set the benchmark for the club over the two days with a blistering 1.55.602 with Alan Rosedie Din close behind on 1.56.184. Interesting to see Dan improve by five seconds over his time set last year.
Everyone I spoke to enjoyed the weekend activities, the experience on track, the hotel accommodation and the running of the event. I am certain that many of us will return again next year should the opportunity arise. I did notice that there were just three air cooled Porsches competing with the majority of Porsche cars being GT cars or Cayman and Boxster cars.
Congratulations to the organisers and the competitors for making this such a memorable event. n
David Curtis
Garry Saber
Danel and Wojtek Laskowski
Dan Reynolds
Andrew Smith
Guy Lavoipierre
Dennis O’Keefe
Greg Muller
Grant Rule
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Womens Porsche/Lotus
Sandown Regularity Team - placed 14th out
of 21
We were absolutely astounded to place 14th considering 3 of the team members were participating in the regularity for the first time. It was a fantastic day and I have already commenced recruiting a minimum of 10 Porsche drivers for two teams in 2025.
A word from our team sponsor POLISHED AGENCIES & GALLERIA
When Kayleen Mahony approached Polished Agencies & Galleria to co- sponsor her newly founded female racing team l ecstatically jumped at the chance! Everything about it associates with what the business model is built upon; the principles and appreciation of all things aesthetically pleasing, entrepreneurship, leadership and innovation, are to name a few traits. Add to that 5 career-powerhouse women driving prestigious race cars and we have a team!
These women are not out to make a point about ‘taking on the boys’, -but instead enjoying the thrill of the race and excelling within their own right.
And to top it off, we are talking about collaborating with the world class Porsche brand here; Haute couture of the car world; yes, of course l am on board!
It was whilst Kayleen was attending a race meet at the local Winton Racetrack that l first met her; five years on, and l have been customising her fabulous wardrobe
ever since, as well as getting to know her as an inspiring and energetic individual. She has done an impressive job in leading the way for the ladies to get out on the track and leave behind all that they not only see, but feel from that rear vision mirror.
All the traits ticked off and we have an awesome collaboration; TEAM POLISHED is ready to race…Start your engines girls!
w Car 51 | Kayleen Mahony
What a day......Due to rain in the morning my first run could only be called a slip n slide. The fact that I managed to keep the Cayman on the track was a complete surprise. Being the fourth team mate to go on the track meant I had the expert advice from Natalie, Petrina and Janet to pick the dry line and avoid the wet spots. Still, I came back to the pits early with my hands shaking in terror.
The rain finally left the track and I was able to put the Cayman back into dry racing mode. I was back in control and began the task of monitoring my speed to ensure points for the team. With the assistance of team managers Belucci Murelli and Bruce Astbury I was able to focus on the team requirements and aim for a top 10 finish.
My teammates were truly inspiring. Janet, Deb and I had never driven in a regularity race before but with the
help of Petrina and Natalie we were guided on the day how to keep a level head on the track. The fact that we managed a 14th position on the day signifies how awesome we really are.
I cannot thank the girls and our sponsor, Polished Agencies, enough for all their support leading up to the day.
In 2025 I will need 10 women to commit in order to have two women’s teams in the Sandown Regularity. Please contact me or say hello at the monthly track days so I can put your name down for 2025.
w Car 55 | Natalie Jordan
It was really great to be a part of the All girls team this year, thank you to Kayleen for putting the team together and inviting me to join and to our Sponsor ‘Polished Agencies’.
Well done to all the girls and to our experienced support crew and PCV and MSCA officials and Marshals for all the organising behind the scenes. The rain definitely made things challenging this year but I truly love how the event brings people together. n
TEAM 5 - Polished Agencies - Porsche Drivers
No 51 - Kayleen Mahony - Cayman GTS 2015 White
No 52 - Petrina Astbury - Lotus
No 53 - Deborah Lane - 718 Cayman 982 GT Silver
No 54 - Janet Kane - 992 Carrera S Cabriolet
No 55 - Natalie Jordan - 718 Cayman GT4, 2022 White
Sunday 7th April
Story and Photo by: Kayleen Mahony
Wine & Food Appreciation Dinner at Chancery Lane
Wednesday 5th June
Story by: Scott Pittard
June’s Wine and Food Appreciation Dinner was held on a brisk Wednesday evening at Scott Pickett’s “Chancery Lane” in the historic Normandy Chambers in Little Collins Street.
As 28 guests clambered in out of the cold, they were immediately greeted by staff with a glass of 2019 Chandon Vintage Blanc de Noirs (bubbles). The venue, with its warm and inviting ambiance, seemed perfect for the occasion. Our hosts’ welcoming words, “Bienvenue friends, strangers, partners, lovers…” encapsulated the essence of the evening and set the tone for the event.
Soon, a selection of delectable snacks arrived to compliment our bubbles, Chicken Liver Parfait so rich and creamy certainly my favourite canapé of the night, Romesco Pork Rillette served with a crisp baguette, such a delightful combination not to forget the Sweet Corn Croquettes an offthe-menu surprise that added a touch of sweetness to the savoury offerings.
As the night went on, conversation flowed freely and suddenly, two glasses of wine appeared in front of me! A 2018 Giant Steps Sexton Chardonnay and a 2021 Yeringberg Viognier, both paired with our entrée of Steamed Murray Cod, celeriac, leek, and beurre blanc. The local fish paired with local wines was a perfect match, showcasing the culinary and viticultural talents of our Yarra Valley region. My thoughts were filled with admiration for Greg Burns, who had once again done a magnificent job. I pondered, “Is tasting wine all day to pair with food really a job? “ Whether or not it is, well done Greg and Liam!
As tradition followed, we made welcome with a quick introduction to our new members, Catherine and Anthony Raviola, although they have been members for a while, this
was their first event as “strangers” turned “friends.” Our Committee representative stood to introduce himself, turning to Anthony with an encouraging remark, “So, you drive a 718 Boxster GTS? You do know we have a track day at Sandown. I think you need to come along.” Mr Catchlove’s positive and encouraging manner exemplified the welcoming spirit of the night. A quick vote between our now devoured Chardonnay and Viognier resulted in a surprising 50/50 split, with my vote going to the more delicate Chardonnay paired with the steamed Murray Cod.
After time to appreciate our offerings, perhaps under the cover of darkness just like that, our Sommelier has delivered another two glasses of wine. A large burgundy glass hosting a 2022 Coldstream Hills Deer Farm Pinot Noir and a much lighter 2021 Seville Estate Pinot Noir. Both wines were a perfect match for what was to come, with another off-the-menu request by Greg and executed brilliantly by our chef Pak. Yes, the Chef is only known as “Pak” apparently! Confit duck leg with lentils and pine mushrooms with a side of aioli red oak lettuce encapsulé in a radish, mustard vinaigrette along with Pommies fries. This was certainly our hero dish, however only available 5 weeks of the year whilst pine mushrooms are in season.
As the night continued and laughter echoed through the Chambers, another vote was taken with the Coldstream Hills Deer Farm Pinot Noir, derived from James Halliday’s vision in the late 1980s and masterfully crafted by winemaker Andrew Fleming winning with an 80/20 split.
This wine has been described as having “Deep, bright red-purple colour; smoky oak skilfully entwined with dark-cherry aromas and the palate is similarly rich and fleshy, deep and layered, with succulent flavour and fruit sweetness perfectly balanced with fine-grained
and persistent tannins that give the wine really smart structure. Long carry. Thoroughly satisfying pinot noir.” This description, given by Huon Hooke who gifted the wine 95 points.
With fine wine, delicious food, and warm company, June’s Wine and Dinner Appreciation Night was coming to an end, but not before dessert. Chocolate cremeux with salted caramel and buckwheat, paired with a sweet and syrupy NV Yering Station Fortified Shiraz. Yummy!
A huge heart felt thank you to all PCV members and the staff at Chancery Lane and of course Liam in his new role as Group Operations Manager for the Scott Pickett Group whose efforts ensured the success of the night.
À bientôt! n
Photos by: Greg Burns
Porsche Centre Brighton Sandown 360 Regularity
Sandown 360 Regularity
Sunday 7th April | Story by: Will Horton | Photos by: Porsche Centre Brighton
Michael Herrod
A very wet start to the 2024 Sandown 360 Regularity set the scene for a challenging 6 hour event. With stark contrast to regular PCV track events, this annual event switches out the traditional sprint format in exchange for a regularity race.
The rules of the regularity are reasonably simple in theory, but quite difficult in execution. 20 teams with 4-6 drivers, each driver nominates a target time, the closer to your time the lower the points, the team with the lowest points wins. Teams are able to signal from the pit lane to their drivers to let them know whether they are under or over their target time using pit boards. Adding to the complexity of the day was the changeable weather – a very wet start greeted competitors and from there the track dried slowly.
Teams were largely split on strategy. Some opted to nominate a ‘wet’ time for each car, which proved challenging to not exceed once the track dried. Others nominated a ‘wet’ and a ‘dry’ car so that when it was raining, the ‘wet’ car would circulate, and vice versa when dry.
As the chequered flag fell at 4:30pm after 6 hours of running, Barge Racing with their contingent of MX-5’s took points-honours, proving that the regularity format rewards tempered and consistent driving over raw horsepower. Where sprint races reward high power and low weight (and the incentive to throw $$ at both), a different set of skills was required on this weekend. These skills involve a combination of careful team planning on strategy and signalling, coupled with the drivers’ ability to nail their target time whilst circulating in traffic.
From a personal perspective, PCV drivers Peter Harrison, Michael Herrod and Nick Cascone topped the points list, in 1st to 3rd place, respectively.
With the event held on a Sunday, MSCA were kind enough to allow teams to use the last hour of track time on the Saturday for testing nominated times and pit wall strategy. As teams assembled in the paddock, windscreen banners and car numbers were distributed, this year adorned by the main sponsor, Porsche Centre Brighton, who generously contributed financially. A big thanks also goes out to the organising committee, marshals and volunteers who worked tirelessly to ensure the event ran smoothly.
In addition to the usual PCV entrants, it was great to see a diverse range of cars from all marques and a kaleidoscope of colours both in the paddock and on the track. This format lends itself to a more social and family-friendly track event, being at a central location and allowing non-drivers to be part of the action. The Sandown Regularity remains a staple on the PCV calendar, and I’m very much looking forward to it next year. n
Denis Fernando Garry Voges
Cameron Goodyear
Ken Eve
Juris Briedis
Will Horton
Cameron Goodyear
Michael Herrod
Nick Cascone
Michael Herrod
Denis Fernando
Peter Cowan
Will Horton
Denis Fernando
PCV Autumn Social Run to De Bortoli
Winery, Dixons Creek
Sunday 19th May
Story: Justin Reed
Photography: Nick Yates
Check Run: Mark Vulling
Event Organiser: Geoffrey Mould
Peta (my wife & navigator) and I were looking forward to the Autumn Social run, having not taken part in a social run for over a year. We woke to a dull day, and while I’m sure that Peta briefly considered whether she was better off spending the day in her beloved gardens, I’m glad the PCV run won out.
Social runs offer something for everybody regardless of whether you’re just into the cars themselves, the drive, the destination, or the people. These events are obviously fabulous to meet up to meet new members and new friends, but it’s great to see so many people we shared many great drives and meals with on the 2021 Tour of Tasmania.
It was great to catch up with Mark and Gail Chittleborough (Blue Cayman S), Clyde and Alison White (black Targa), Geoffrey and Barbara Mould (White Cayman) and of course the organisers of the 2022 Tassie Tour – Alf and Gay Carrigan (White Macan S). I don’t mind admitting the last sentence would not have been included in this article were it not for the detailed listing of participants we all received prior to the run. Surely, I’m not the
only member who has almost perfect recall of whose car belongs to who, but often cannot remember peoples names to save my life?
Commencement of the Social Run was arranged at Porsche Centre Brighton where they generously supplied pastries and coffee. In addition to the people, there were the cars on display in PCB’s showroom that warranted some attention. As the owner of an older 911, I am very partial to the bright and vibrant reinterpretations of the colours of the past. It was hard to walk past the Shark Blue GT3 (which is reminiscent of Mexico Blue from the mid 1970’s) and a Python Green GT3RS (a dead ringer for the early 1970’s colour Viper Green). The GT3’s weren’t the only splashes of colour in the showroom. I spied the new 50th Anniversary Tartan 930 merchandise range, inspired by the tartan trim installed in a special Porsche family car, gifted to Louise Piech (Ferry Porsche’s sister) in 1974. Just as I was about to take a closer look at the range, our drivers meeting commenced. Saved by the bell!
The route was briefly discussed by our organiser Geoffrey Mould, along with the rules we were expected to comply
with while representing Porsche Club of Victoria in the traffic. We were offered a google map file, but Peta and I decided to go old school – the old paper direction and distance type. We were in a 1977 Carrera 3.0 after all, so old school seemed appropriate and came to us both naturally.
Just as we departed Porsche Centre Brighton a peloton of brightly kitted cyclists arrived at the showroom. I have little doubt that the remaining pastries didn’t last long, accompanied by the yummy coffee. As an enthusiastic cyclist I had to refocus from the bikes rolling up and to the immediate matter at hand – the route notes.
At this point I realised how great it was to be doing the run in a car with a Km/h speedo. Up until recently I owned a 1968 911L Coupe which had a mph speedometer. Kilometres per hour speedos weren’t available until around 1974. On the many runs Peta and I did in the ‘68 I was constantly converting kilometres to miles per hour. I got very good at dividing distances by 1.6 during my ownership of that early 911.
I scanned around for the 4 or 5 other “big bumper” G series 911’s on the run and tried to
position myself near them. I enjoyed following the Black Carrera 2.7 with gold Fuchs wheel centres and Carrera script owned by Robert and Ally Gocentas. We followed it and Warwick O’Dell’s 1983 911 SC. It was great for me to catch up with Warwick, whose late father Denis is a life member and past president of Porsche Club NSW. My wife Peta described the O’Dell’s SC as a crème brulee Cappuccino colour (its actual colour is Zinc metallic). Another striking car and colour combination was the 944 Turbo S of Paul and Deborah Blackie, in silver rose with burgundy and grey tartan tweed trim….. so very 1988 /89!
Peta and I were brought back to reality with a thud when we both realised, we were now the lead car in our group thanks to an unexpected light change. We focused our efforts on following the very clear notes and I’m happy to report we stayed on course and did not lead anyone astray. Soon we were driving by ourselves which was a little concerning. It had started to rain lightly by this stage, and we hoped that there had not been an accident or a mishap behind us or that we had taken a wrong turn. Fortunately, neither had occurred.
The surprise of the day came when we rounded a turn just near Emerald to find the road and surroundings blanketed in smoke. I soon realised that it was not an accident, but it was Puffing Billy. The train ran parallel to the road for a time, but we soon pulled away from it. Our full house of 2 passengers could not compete with the 100’s that were on the Puffing Billy.
There’s something quite evocative about driving through towering eucalyptus of the Dandenong ranges on a drizzly day, with mist coming down following the beautiful curves of 911 backsides around tight corners. My late father used to say: “Justin, a Porsche drives like it’s on a cloud when its driving under one”. I picked up the pace, helped by the dense air, and the surefooted roadholding of the OE Pirelli CN36’s I had recently fitted. It’s a pity the Nissan and Toyota Prado in front of us wanted to go so very cautiously around the corners, but soon the road opened up and we passed them once the road allowed us to do it safely.
The drive was probably one or two weeks late to see the autumn leaves at their peak, but we still saw lovely reds and yellow and oranges although Geoff had instructed us to keep an
eye out for wombats, kangaroos, ducks and cyclists in the drivers briefing. The only wildlife we saw involved a near miss with a kamikaze kookaburra and a wallaby on the side of the road. Thankfully there were no injuries to report. We soon arrived at De Bortoli winery at Dixons Creek, after a drive that was very enjoyable but not too long. We enjoyed a lovely 2 course spread and we welcomed new members Albert Cenusa, and Warwick O’Dell and Adele Gaylard.
Before long we were saying our goodbyes. Nick Yates did a sterling job of covering the event pictorially, and some door prizes were awarded. Sadly, your author was unsuccessful.
Clyde White, our Social Director, would like to thank Geoffrey Mould for organising our Club Autumn Social Run to DeBortoli Winery. n
PCV Experience Day at Lang Lang Proving Ground
Saturday 20th April 2024
Story: Paul Sbrissa
Photography: Paul Sbrissa, Rowan Thomson
Who would have thought we would have the opportunity to return to the Lang Lang Proving Ground. But return we did, and 60 odd PCV members were certainly all the happier for it.
It was an early start for me coming from the other side of Melbourne and when I arrived at the Caldermeade BP I was surprised to see several Porsches already there, fuelling up and getting an early morning coffee to go. From there it is only a 5 min drive to the Lang Lang Proving Ground carpark where I was again surprised to find almost everyone was already there waiting for me. We are an efficient lot.
After a few formalities we were all heading in, single file, to the skid pad where the traditional (ok, so it’s only been twice but indulge me for a minute) photo of our assembled members cars was expertly choreographed by our hosts. From there we headed into the
chalet to hear the proving ground manager, Darren, give us the safety briefing and a short video of the proving ground history.
Then the fun started! Members headed out to try their hand at a motorkhana course and a slalom course. The sound of the Porsches at or near their redlines was intoxicating with a few laughs thrown in for good measure. Some members decided to experiment with how well their cars could drift. In some cases very well, in others not so well, but with the benefit of nothing to collide with, everyone had a safe and enjoyable experience.
After a brief lunch break it was time to split into two groups and head out and drive the ride and handling loop and high-speed loop. We were fortunate to be able to repeat this experience twice, given familiarity breeds contempt, its not normally a done thing. Whilst one group was out driving the other remained behind and were given the choice to try their launch control feature or burn out their clutches (fortunately, no clutches were harmed) on a
short 200m sprint course. I was lucky enough to be a passenger in a GT4RS for this sprint and I am in awe of the acceleration and speed it generated. Awesome vehicle. Thanks Anthony!
To round out a great day we headed off to drive the sealed course road out the back of the facility. This road is designed to replicate what we would normally encounter on a club Sunday run out the back of Healesville. With a few steep hill climbs, twisting roads and a magnificent view out to the bay it was a great way to end the day.
After returning to the skid pad and chalet for a final drink and chat it was time to bid farewell to the Lang Lang Proving Ground for the second time.
Like all events it’s the people behind the scenes making it happen that are the unsung heroes. The Porsche Club Victoria would like to thank the team from Lang Lang Proving Ground; Darren, Henry, Andrew, Gary and Chris, all of whom volunteered their time to host us. n
Sandown Track Day
June 8 is a significant Porsche date - the birth of the Porsche brand happened on this day in 1948. The Porsche 356 “No. 1” received its general operating permit & for Ferry Porsche, this was a dream come true……..so here we are 76 years later, in various forms, still enjoying one man’s dream.
It’s been a while since our last competition day, in fact 6 weeks since The Bend in SA, so many were itching to get back on the track. Remember to go through the preparation………check brakes, tyres etc, charge Dorian & make sure Raceiver is working. Don’t forget fuel (believe me, some do!!)
Although now into winter, the weather was kind to us, it was cold and foggy early on, but it was dry – at least until mid-afternoon, so plenty of opportunity for some good runs.
Drivers briefing included introduction of new members and their toys, as Track Director Bill Toohey commented, that when he started there were plenty of older 911s & 944s – now it’s mainly newer Boxsters, Caymans & new-age iterations of the 911.
In Entrée, Cameron Goodyear teamed up the 12 entries (including 1 female) with their respective mentors. Putting your Porsche on the track in well managed and safetycontrolled conditions with experienced
mentors is the best way to appreciate and enjoy the full capability of your machine.
Group 3 started the day on a slightly damp track which dried out as soon as the sun peaked through the clouds, leading to a few hours of ideal track conditions and some super quick times. Each group (4 Timed Groups & 1 Entrée) got 3 runs in before the lunch break, which is a good time to wander through the garages, check out some special cars and have a chat with like-minded Porscheophiles, whilst some drivers take our flaggies & marshals out for a few hot laps.
On track, everybody behaved themselves which helps the flow of the day, with only 1 broken down car being towed back into the pits. Aided by the good conditions, quite a few drivers actually did PB’s (Personal Best times), Results included a new lap record for DJ Loypur in B Class, with Andrew Lipman second and Danny Loypur in third – a classic case of young bull beating old bull, may be time to give it away Danny?! Other lap records were Peter Jordon in GT2 Category and James Moyle in GT3 Category, well done guys. Interesting to also see hot competition in A1 Category, the top 3 separated by only 0.8 of a second.
Although the numbers were down due to being a long weekend, overall it was an enjoyable day and again “Thanks” to all involved in running another special PCV day. n
Saturday 8th June, 2024 | Story by: Garry Voges | Photos: Ron Widdison
Angelo De Silva
Adrian Faragher
Julian Peck
Scott Pittard
Dennis Bath
Malcolm Batten
Carlo Fasolino
Garry Saber
Joel Kristanta
Andrew Lipman
Cameron Goodyear & Richard Thompson
Patrick Marion
Gary Major
Jonathan Wallace
Richard Thompson & Leigh Norrie
Russell Sturzaker
Dennis O’Keefe
Brett Reaby
Jan Mason & Chris Kane
Jim Thomas
Garry Voges
Denis Fernando
Ursula Weidenmuller
Hugh Feggans
Christopher Ryan
Greg Muller Director, Licensed Estate Agent
Club Morning: PCV AT LORBEKS
Lorbek Luxury Cars one quiet Sunday morning. Except for two hundred and forty-five PCV member registrations… plus a few hangerson. Plus, one hundred and forty-seven cars… outside, in the car park. Plus, another 150 inside, for sale/ not for sale / “Please do not touch”/ “Lorbek”-plated in the showrooms. Multiply those car numbers by an average value of $100,000, $150,000, $200,000 per car (decide yourself!) and you have, in round figures, somewhere along the lines of $28, $45 or $60 million worth of cars. Not bad for a quiet Sunday morning.
And then of course there were two hundred and fifty-five coffees (well, until 11.05am). Plus a few extras…and roughly the same number of breakfasts served.
Fine weather. The car park neatly, carefully and totally full by 9.00am. A long queue for food. Coffees pumped out at an amazing rate by Gary and his team. People bustling everywhere.
So, the figures tell the story. Sunday, PCV at Lorbeks. More than 10 percent of the total Porsche Club Victoria membership turned up… and the overall assessment? From the over 25 PCV members I chatted to the most
common assessment was “excellent!” And the thing they most enjoyed was the informality. The opportunity to look at the cars they love in full daylight. The opportunity to chat to the owners and to share issues and experiences. The setting. The sense of privacy. The centrality and accessibility of the location.
This was the PCV breakfast and coffee at Luxury Cars in Port Melbourne on Sunday April 21st. And if you missed it, you missed something grand. Unlike the track days when everyone is preoccupied with having their cars ready to run… and the running; unlike the drive days when everyone disappears around the bend, over the crest, down the wrong road or off at speed; unlike the Club Nights where you take your Audi or Renault or something unmentionable, just in case parking is tight, or the weather is wet and windy. Unlike all of these, this was one of the little private coffee and cars events of the year put together in one big power display. Where everyone could look at what was just about every model Porsche that has been created over the past 70+ years.
We must give a big thank you to Clyde White and his Social Sub-Committee. This is their second Sunday Club Morning with breakfast
Sunday 21st April 2024 | Story by: Ken Marriott | Photos by: Alvaro Del Gallo & Lorbeks
and cars, following the (also excellent) “opening round” at Young Timers Garage last year. And it’s just a part of the wider program they are presenting for the enjoyment of members.
In welcoming members to Lorbeks, Clyde said that it was fabulous to see such a large attendance and particularly families, with members introducing their kids to loving the marque. Clyde also welcomed new members to the Club and requested they introduce themselves and the cars they drive. Clyde then called on Club President, Melanie Treloar, to welcome members. Melanie added to Clyde’s welcome and noted that the Club has organised an array of new and different events such as special drive days at Lang Lang, and the Bend. She explained that the Social Committee under Clyde’s guidance is broadening the events it organises. Melanie also highlighted some coming events such as the Friday Night Simulator Event, Technical Nights and the Autumn Run.
Our host, David Lorbek, welcomed everyone and said that it was a pleasure to host the Club. David invited members to enjoy the facilities and to take time off to look at the wide selection of cars on display in the company’s showrooms. In a later chat with David, he noted that Lorbeks have hosted the PCV on several previous occasions and that they always make the effort to support Club activities. He also outlined a range of other social and event opportunities that have been pursued by other clubs or privately by their members, ideas which might be attractive to club members.
So, without reservation, a wonderful event. And what were some of my stand outs? The red 356 …and even the bone-toned 356 “Re-creation”. The 924 Carrera, the red GT3 RS and the GT3 Touring, the Speedsters and Spyders, the tangerine 911T 2.4 (how narrow were the front guards back in the day!), the 944 Club Sport and the S2, the deep blue GT4 RS, the ruby 911 Carrera cabriolet, the 718 Cayman, the gorgeous burgundy 993, a stunning metallic green Taycan Turbo Grand Turismo, a brace of 968s, the 928s, and the 2-3 others that couldn’t’t be described as anything other than stunning “outlaws”.
But to be honest, the real standout was 147 Porsches!! How often do you have the chance to see so many? Pick just about any
Porsche model and it was there, the only ones I didn’t see being a 914, Panamera or Macan. But if you were there with one of these, please accept my apologies! And thanks to everyone for the beautiful preparation and presentation of their cars!
Inside the Lorbek showroom, there were several dozen more Porsches along with what can only be the best Australian “collection” of Ferraris, McLarens, Lamborghinis, Maseratis, Bentleys, and other even more exotic marques…not to mention the huge private collection hidden behind the roller doors and filling Lorbek’s original showrooms on Plummer St.
In concluding, a great Club event at a great location. Special thanks must go to Clyde White and Social Sub-Committee members Barbara Darvall, Angelo Monteleone, Geoffrey Mould, Simon Murray, Srey Sen and Russell Sturzaker who fronted early and guided the checking in and parking on the day. Alvaro Del Gallo was busy photographing every car and everything else that moved! In addition, special thanks to the Round the Way food truck and to Vintage Coffee Cafe for the excellent, friendly service and an even better mix of food and drinks. Thanks to you all. n
Porsches and Coffee Run
Over the weekend, members of the Porsche Club, along with other prestige car enthusiasts, embarked on an unforgettable driving experience through Victoria.
The journey began with a meet-and-greet at Melissa’s Café in Templestowe, where both existing and new members gathered to share their passion for cars over coffee.
The morning kicked off with an open introduction and agenda for the day from Kon. Special recognition given to new members who proudly showcased their Porsche vehicles.
The day unfolded with simplicity and boldness, featuring an hour-long drive punctuated by a pit stop, followed by a leisurely lunch break at a scenic spot in Warrandyte. The convoy of Porsches then ventured to Kinglake, navigating winding roads, dense bushland, and breathtaking views of the North.
After an hour on the road, a brief stop near Kinglake allowed drivers to admire
the stunning Porsche models and connect with fellow enthusiasts who share their passion for these iconic cars. With renewed camaraderie, the convoy resumed their journey for another hour of exhilarating driving, ultimately converging at the lunch spot at Stonehouse Cafe in Warrandyte.
We got to experience the exclusive thrill of driving along extraordinary routes behind the wheel of a Porsche, while discovering some of the breathtaking views Victoria has to offer. n
Sunday 14th April
Story by: Stephanie Siebel
Photos by: Nick Yates
Super Sim Night at Young Timers Garage
Friday 3rd May
Story by: Joseph Weinbach
Photos by: Debbie Weinbach
It was a cool Autumn Friday evening that we made our way out east to YTG’s (Young Timer’s Garage) Keysborough premises. After the end of week peak hour bustle, on arrival we were greeted by a massive formula one mural of ex world champions overlooking the spacious carpark.
Within minutes Shaun Baker owner of YTG was showing us through his garage of some amazing collectibles with quite a haul of Porches in the mix. This was quite a privilege as usually this opportunity is by appointment only.
Because it was early evening and right on dinner time, we made our way to Mr Craftsman a few doors down for a delicious dinner before we hit the sims.
With full satisfied tummies we made our way back to the Sims room where some of the eager groups were gathering and now completing their practice laps. With three slightly different setups to trial before racing, everyone was giving their best. Once the trials and practice laps were over it was time for serious stuff!
Bathurst Beckons!
While some seemed to be taking it seriously, others were just happy not crashing out. With cars spinning, drifting out of control, or heading directly into the concrete barriers, it was obvious that only some the drivers were destined for the front line of the grid others not so. After lots of laughs and cheering a winner emerged from the smoke and mangled mess of the many 992 cup cars claimed by the mountain.
Although the race off was with Chris Simsir, Jonathan Carde and Will Tarrant, a very humble Will Tarrant was crowned King of the Mountain.
The PCV Social Committee hopes all attendees had a great night at our inaugural PCV Super Sim event. Many thanks to Debbie Weinbach for organising this event. n
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But rather than being daunted by the position, it quickly became evident in talking with David, that he is inspired by the people and the organisation he has inherited. He is massively impressed with the commitment of his team within the business; at the breadth of the business –the full range of new and used cars, the motor racing program, the scale of the customer base, the stories and experiences, the Australian home of Porsche Classic, the impressive, intensive staff training programs-- and the fact that apprentices nationwide choose to come to PCM for special apprenticeship and training programs. He is highly impressed by the customers.
Interestingly, this is David’s first time as the General Manager of a dealership and his first time running a showroom. David’s leadership approach is best articulated in his own words: “my aspiration is to build a high performance team that’s three things; clear, capable and motivated. That means everyone is absolutely clear on their role in the bigger picture, (and) they have the skills, tools and time to be able to do it. Motivation, that’s the easy bit when it comes to Porsche. Everyone I see everyday at work, is brimming with motivation and pride to work for a brand like Porsche”.
Significantly, David is only the third General Manager of PCM since the Porsche head office takeover from the “Hamiltons”, era, the name synonymous with Porsches in Australia since the early 1950s. So it is a big step and almost certainly, a long term step. Yet it is evident that his appointment is not a gamble by Porsche Cars Australia. Rather, David comes with a depth of experience that makes him highly suited to the role. Following his graduation in marketing and business in Glasgow, David moved straight into a Graduate trainee programme and then full employment with
DAVID SIMPSON
Ken Marriott and Clyde White sat down for a “getting to know David Simpson”, the new General Manager of Porsche Centre Melbourne.
“What an enlightening
experience”
Bentley Motors in Crewe, England. So he has been in the motor industry all his working life. At Bentley Motors, David was involved with a wide range of sales and market research activities, with the refinement of owner manuals and eventually, with the marketing of Bentley cars, across the Middle East and the Asia Pacific.
In 2013 David was given the task of establishing a direct Bentley Motors presence (as opposed to past dealer franchises) for the Asia-Pacific Region, based in Singapore. In an interesting connection to his future, whenever David sought inspiration for how the “best” people across the luxury car markets were doing things, he would turn to Audi and Porsche. And of course, Bentley being part of the broader Volkswagen AG group, his skills and his innovative initiatives were noticed.
Although David went out into a wider consultancy role in the luxury car world in 2023, he was quickly brought back into the fold when Porsche Cars Australia offered him the PCM job.
David says that a leadership change will be needed for the new Destination Porsche centre in Victoria Parade; that there will be a culture of change and challenge; that under his management, PCM will be a voice to and a link with Porsche Cars Australia to enhance the marque.
David is well aware of the pivotal role of PCM in the history of Porsche in Australia and he believes that this will continue in both an inspirational and concrete context. “Our customers and supporters have a passion for the Collingwood site and we will preserve that”, he says. “And we have Porsche Classic. It’s fascinating to see the older models that keep coming back, even when their owners have changed. We want to preserve that too and build on it”.
What is fascinating is that perhaps without realizing it, David echoes the words of the revered Porsche historian, Karl Ludvigsen, and his monumental multi-volume text, Excellence Was Expected. “We will build our own culture and we will build on what Porsche has always aspired to”, he says: “Excellence. Evolution. Commitment. Improvement, and at the core, innovation”. His goal, he says, is to make PCM a dynamic, active benchmark; a yardstick by which
every other quality car dealership in the country will be measured. Everything will be done at the highest level and staff will be entrusted to set the standards, to demand improvements, to lead and to challenge others to do as well. PCM will set the rules and the standards as to what will be done and what will not be done through the dealership.
David has interesting views on competition between PCM and the Brighton and Doncaster Centres. Competition in the old fashioned sense, he says, does not and should not exist in this environment. “We are all aiming to sell Porsches”, he says, “and if we can help them and they help us, then the customers must be winning”.
More significantly, David sees a “noble purpose” in competition: putting customers first and working unselfishly to truly make a difference to their lives. So he argues that if one or more of Melbourne, Brighton or Doncaster has a great idea, an idea that benefits the marque and benefits customers, then rather than seeing this as competition, it is better that the idea is shared so that everyone benefits and everyone learns. In the wider context, he is pleased to be having an input to the new Destination Porsche centre and will be visiting Perth and Adelaide to assess their efforts and successes. “We are only building it once”, he says, “so we have to get it right”.
Turning to our Club, the Porsche Club of Victoria, David expressed his amazement at the size of the membership, the essentially universal spread of Porsche models in the Club, and the range of activities and events that are run. PCM, he believes, can offer “everything” to PCV. The doors will always be open and opportunities will be created to share resources and events. He is already looking forward to a special club evening at the new Destination Porsche centre in Victoria Parade. There is a lot to look forward to and there will be a lot to be engaged with.
We got to know a lot about David in a little over an hour with him: he is warm, likeable and open. We are sure that you will enjoy meeting him too and that his appointment will see the further strengthening and broadening of the strong and positive relationship between our Club and PCM and Porsche Cars Australia. n
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Taycan Register Run to Healesville
Date: Sunday 28th April
The inaugural Taycan run finally got underway on Sunday 28th April thanks to the tenacity of Paul, Carly and Lisa.
Jake Parsons, Sale Executive for Porsche Centre Brighton, very generously hosted the Taycan team at PCB with an incredible array of pastries and brewed coffee and hard copy of the run notes. Paul also joined us at PCB
to induct me and we jointly provided the crew with the directions to RACV Healesville.
It was an exquisite sunny day which made for a stunning drive up to Healesville, through Emerald, Cockatoo, Gembrook and Launching Place.
The RACV PR Communications team kindly allowed us to showcase the Taycans on the porte-cochere concourse which enabled us to get some great photos of the
vehicles. Julia Hunter from RACV also let us know that the RACV content team have just completed a review of the Porsche Taycan and will be publishing a review of the car on racv.com.au in mid-late May. Of course, we expect a glowing review…
The RACV Riddell’s Green staff were most accommodating, and we had a very engaging chat over lunch with Jake, Kelly, the kids and the crew. n
Story & Photos by: Mike Day
Torque Tube Register Transaxles by the Bay
The June edition of the torque tube register run was a cars and coffee format. We opened the event to other non-PCV owners in an effort to build the torque tube community in Melbourne and it was great to see some new cars and faces.
The weather didn’t play ball for us, providing a morning of drizzle and rain. That certainly hurt the numbers but around 20 transaxles braved the conditions plus some other
interested spectators arrived in their other P cars or by other means. Having seen such a good lineup of examples I’m sure there were prospective owners giving Carsales a browse.
The cafe was a bit slow opening up, but coffees were very much appreciated when
they did. Hot drinks were necessary and umbrellas were in abundance so hopefully no-one got too waterlogged. Long standing talisman Jean had his first weather failure, I expect better of him next time.
Looking down the line of the assembled cars the limited palette of colours stood out, red, black, silver and white was the order of the day.
There were some notable cars in attendance, Owen’s 924 Carrera GT, James’ Nissan SR20 engined 944, Gary’s long serving 944 track car fresh from Sandown the previous day. Brent brought his black S2 all the way down from Bendigo to claim the most dedicated title. A few cars appear to have been owned by more than one member of the group, there were a few instances of ‘I think that was my old car’.
With car stories swapped, advice handed out, vehicles admired and compared the group broke up, heading home to enjoy the rest of the day and to dry out.
Of course, the weather improved on the way home. The afternoon was much better, the following day better again. We must do this again, maybe in 6 months where we could expect things to be warmer and hopefully drier.
Many thanks to those that attended and made it the success it was, special mention to Joel for upgrading the event photography standards. If you look up the Transaxles by the Bay event on Facebook Joel has commented with a link to of all the photos he published, a selection of which are featured here.
Looking forward to our September event, Wayne and myself would also be very interested in hearing what the register might like to do beyond the normal social runs so we can provide something of interest to all the register members. n
Sunday 9th June
Story by: Jon Tiktin
Photos by: Joel Strickland Media
Mid 911 Register Run to Cannibal Creek
A Day with the Porsche Club of Victoria: A Journey to Cannibal Creek Estate
The scene is set …
The sun was just beginning its ascent over Mulgrave as the first of the Porsche 911s rolled into the McDonald’s car park. It was a crisp morning, perfect for a drive through Victoria’s countryside. The occasion? A Porsche Club of Victoria club run, specifically organized for mid911 models ranging from 1965 to 1998, though all Porsche 911s were warmly invited. The star of the gathering, parked proudly amidst its peers, was Allan and Debbie Hartley’s striking 1972 T 911 in the iconic signal orange—a beacon of Porsche’s timeless design.
Members gathered around, coffee cups in hand, admiring the array of Porsches spanning from the early 70s to the latest 2024 models. Conversations hummed with the enthusiasm that only true car aficionados could muster. It was clear this day promised more than just a scenic drive—it was a celebration of automotive history and camaraderie among enthusiasts.
Start your engines …
As the clock approached 8:30, Leigh, the event captain, called everyone together for a briefing. With Google Maps on display, he pointed out the route ahead, highlighting some of the mistakes. Also, yours truly, gladly accepted the bribe of a bottle of bubbles to be in charge of the day’s story.
Excitement brewed as engines purred to life, ready to embark on a journey that would wind through some of Victoria’s most picturesque landscapes. The convoy departed Mulgrave,
a sea of Porsches snaking through suburban streets before merging onto quieter country roads. The morning sun filtered through the branches of towering gums, casting dappled shadows on the asphalt—a serene backdrop for the symphony of air and water-cooled engines.
Navigating through Lysterfield, Pakenham, Nar Nar Goon, and Bayles, the convoy occasionally had to recalibrate due to a couple of missed turns. However, each detour only added to the adventure, weaving the group closer together as they shared in the thrill of the open road.
Coffee? Tea? Or a Shake? ...
By mid-morning, the caravan rolled into Caldermeade Farm and cafe, the designated coffee break stop. Exhausted engines ticked as they cooled, and drivers and passengers alike stretched their legs, swapping stories of the road so far. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee mingled with the sweet scent of blooming flowers and all smells of a typical farm, creating a sensory oasis amidst the journey.
Onto the 2nd leg …
Refreshed and refuelled with coffee and all sorts, the Porsche fleet resumed its journey, slicing through the tranquil countryside. The second leg of the route led them through Lang Lang, Nyora, Korumburra, Poowong, and Drouin—each town passing by in a blur of charming storefronts and waving locals. The roads, meticulously chosen, allowed the Porsches to flex their horsepower, thundering through sweeping bends and rolling hills.
Wine and Dine …
At last, the convoy arrived at Cannibal Creek Estate, a sprawling winery nestled in the heart of Victoria’s wine country. Lunch awaited—a delightful spread of tapas-style share plates, paired with the estate’s finest wines. Laughter and cheers filled the air as members toasted to a successful run, savouring both the food and the friendships forged along the way.
The day drew to a close with the raffle of fine wines generously provided by Cannibal Creek. Excitement peaked as names were called—Jim Adamson, Lena Tay, and Nadine Herbert among the lucky winners, taking home bottles that would surely be cherished.
A heartfelt thanks echoed through the gathering, directed towards Taylor and her staff at Cannibal Creek Winery, whose warm hospitality had made the day even more memorable. Glasses clinked in appreciation, marking the end of a perfect day—a day filled with the thrill of the open road, the beauty of Victoria’s landscapes, and the enduring passion for Porsche.
Good bye till we meet again …
As the last of the Porsches departed, their engines echoing into the distance, it was clear that today had been more than just a drive—it had been an unforgettable journey shared among kindred spirits, leaving behind memories that would be recounted and cherished. n
Sunday 16th June | Story by: Murali Wigna | Photos by: Natalie Griss
MID WEEK RUN TO
The Cosmopolitan, Trentham
A bright Wednesday morning, clear skies, not a breath of wind and in a Porsche - what’s not to like?
We all met at Rockback BP for a coffee and chat. A couple of late arrivals, some with legitimate excuses while others claimed their dog ate the run notes!
From there we departed with clear roads ahead as traffic was minimal, snaking our way through Myrniong and Daylesford.
For most of the morning the convoy managed to stay in a tight formation that would have made the roulettes proud. Even a speed camera along the way failed to extract demerit points (not that anyone was speeding)! We were then
greeted by a picturesque autumn canopy arriving into Glenlyon for the morning pit stop at the Glenlyon general store.
Coffee and cake (and a quick bathroom break) were on the menu as we sunned ourselves in the outdoor garden.
From Glenlyon we departed, some more enthusiastically than others, bringing an end to the tidy morning formation. The drive notes were accurate for those that remember what paper maps look like. For the others relying on Google Maps and intermittent internet coverage, well, let’s just say it was a beautiful day to explore the countryside. Some took full advantage by going topless while the rest
of us persevered with climate control.
Trentham’s Cosmopolitan Hotel was the lunch venue of choice and due to the high calibre of drivers and navigators we all arrived at the same time, albeit from different directions. Lunch was pre-chosen, which made life easier as there was no interruption to the usual banter. I have always been fascinated by how a common automotive interest brings together such diverse backgrounds. Always makes for interesting conversation, unless you’re stuck next to an accountant! It was a perfect day and an awesome midweek run.
Thanks to Natalie, Simon and all that attended. Drive safe. n
Wednesday 8th May | Story by: Mark Beatrice | Photos by: Natalie Griss & Simon Murray
Turbo Register Mid Week Run
It is always difficult to justify taking time off work mid-week but in this case, it was made easier because it was a PCV Turbo Register event, close by for us, and we knew the roads were outstanding for sports cars.
The Mornington Peninsula is perfect for a scenic drive but with enough corners and curves to create fun for drivers and passengers alike (but no need to exceed the speed limit). The Turbo register captain Paul Blackie, ably assisted by his wife Deborah, also live on the Peninsula and are very familiar with these roads. The Mornington Peninsula roads can be a bit frustrating on weekends, but this was the midweek run, a Wednesday, so traffic was expected to be light and proved to be so on the day.
For those participants heading south from Melbourne the starting point was very
convenient, just off the East Link freeway, at the McClelland Sculpture Park in Langwarrin. The gallery opened in 1971 and is set on 16 ha of natural bushland. Some of the participants arrived early so that they could take in the integration of art and nature before the run commenced. We met at the in-house coffee place, Harry’s Café, at the civilised hour of 10 AM, plenty of time to fuel up for a 1030 am briefing by Paul. Everyone attending the day had had prior experience on the club runs so it was just a matter of reminding people to stay within the road rules and to warn about a few indentations in the roads (not uncommon in Victoria currently) along the route.
The weather started out fine but within a few kilometres of the sculpture park the rain started but did nothing to dampen our spirits or even the grip on the roads.
The eclectic mix of vehicles ranging from Owen and Marilyn Baker’s 1982 911 Turbo 3.3 through to the Blackie’s 997 GT3, and enhanced by a couple of Boxsters, Stephen Lofthouse and Tracy in their 981, and Russell Dunstan and Lynette Moore in a 718.
All the cars on the run were ideally suited for the long straight sections on the flat open country around Moorooduc and the constantly changing tight bends on the more undulating terrain around Merrick’s North and Redhill. Somewhere between Somerville and Tyabb the group split into two but then rejoined at the start of Tumbarumba Road at what is known locally as Foxeys Hangout.
Before long we were at the foot of Arthur’s seat and starting the climb to the top. Quick turn right and we arrived at Charlie’s Auto Museum. Charlie Schwerkolt’s collection of over 120 assorted motor vehicles was engaging and we were fortunate to have as our guide Charlie himself, a 90 year old enthusiast whose automotive memorabilia collection spans over 100 years. The oldest car in the collection is a 1914 Studebaker SC 14. Charlie owned and operated a forklift business in Mount Waverley, handing over the business to his son (also named Charlie) in 1988 and moving to Arthur’s seat to set up his car Museum. Charlie Jr. inherited the automotive bug and has four of his cars in the collection. He also owns Team 18, a motor racing team currently competing in the supercars championship, running two Chevrolet Camaro ZL1’s, with drivers Mark Winterbottom and David Reynolds.
One of the visitors to the museum in the early days was a lovely Dutch lady who caught Charlie’s eye. He was able to get her phone number and a year later they were married at the museum. They are still married although she has moved into a nursing home in Rosebud due to Alzheimer’s disease. The
Wednesday 17th April
Story by: Chris Mason
by: Julie Mason & Patrick Marion
45 minutes we spent at the museum was not enough to hear all Charlie stories and see all the vehicles but it gave us all an excuse to go back when we have more time.
Heading south from the museum we sprinted through Main Ridge and then down to Fingal and on to Cape Shank. With Phillip Island to our right we knew we were on the right track for our lunch at Merrick’s. The anticipation of lunch was delayed when we turned left just before Flinders heading back to Main Ridge and Arthurs Seat on a northerly route until we hit the Arthur Seat Road and headed right towards Redhill. It wasn’t long we before we turned south yet again and looped back to Redhill South with a sharp right turn towards Port Leo and onto Merrick’s General Store.
We arrived around 1:30 PM to find the store packed with other people enjoying an autumn day away from Melbourne and a full car park. Our reservation ensured we had a prime spot for lunch on the outside veranda area where the conversations around cars, tracks, and driving experiences engaged all the participants. The food and the local Peninsula wines were amazing.
Some of our group unfortunately had other commitments after lunch, but there were still people chatting at the dining table late into the afternoon over their wines and coffee. It was a great day with the usual blend of great company, amazing cars, and beautiful scenery enhanced by colourful autumn leaves and a blend of equally colourful Porsches creating a visual memory that reinforced just why we are members of the Porsche Club of Victoria. Thanks again to Paul and Deborah Blackie for all their hard work in organising the run. n
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Modern 911 Register Run to The Plough, Myrniong
Saturday 11th May 2024
What a change in the weather from Friday to Saturday, Friday being beautiful with no wind and lovely blue skies contrasting with Saturday, cold, damp, rain threatening, grey overcast skies and fog patches. This unfortunately was the day of Kon’s Modern 911Run.
But a run is a run, no excuses and we are on it.
The meeting place was an old favourite, (for some of us who live in the west anyway) BP Outbound at Rockbank. The run progressed towards Bacchus Marsh, over the wet and damp Mt. Macedon to the cafes at Lancefield for morning tea and then an interesting drive towards Daylesford, back through Trentham to Myrniong. Sounds good, unfortunately there were about nine cancellations, probably because of the weather, leaving nineteen cars. All cars were interesting but standing out was a black 992 GT3RS, a Silver Cayman GTS, a red (of course) Ferrari, which had morphed from a 997 GT2 and a dark blue 996 coupe, which also had morphed from the run organiser’s 992 GTS!
After a general meet and greet Kon did his briefing asking any new members to introduce themselves, their passengers and their cars (photos are on the web site). New members were Grant Azlin and Mac Chapman in their
Aventurine Green 2023 Carrera, Neil Fanning and daughter Sarah, Seal Grey 2003 996 Coupe, Mark Nathan and daughter Rebecca, Silver 2022 9114S, and Malcolm Tyler and Catherine Redden, 2024 Silver Cayman GTS.
As part of his briefing Kon reminded attendees that as attendees we are representing the Porsche Club of Victoria and to drive in a safe and courteous manner.
Having left Rockbank the run began breaking up into small groups due to a couple of traffic delays at the Leakes Rd and Melton highway intersection. We headed west on Coimadai Rd. (why is that 2kms of descending then climbing road actively signposted at 60 kph?) then over the damp and slippery sharp corners of Mt. Macedon down to sunny Lancefield for morning tea.
Coffee and cakes consumed, it was time to head west again, the roads were good and the sun was still shining. Very good driving conditions as we cruised through the Lerderderg State Forest, to our lunch venue at Myrniong.
The Plough Hotel was busy but there was plenty of good parking. We were allocated
five tables, the service was well organised and quick, and the food good. There would be no hesitation from future organisers about using this venue again. The raffle was drawn with the winners Jan, Harriet, and two others, (sorry I cannot remember the other names) but the photos are on the web site.
The run was very good, the written notes were spot on, apparently the mobile phone instructions had some inaccuracies, something not unusual with that program.
Looking forward to the next one! n
Story & Photos by: Harriet & Ken Anson
Boxster Cayman Run to Boat O’Craigo Wines
Sunday 5th May 2024
Story by: Paul Sbrissa
Photos by: Mark Jasper
It was the 5th May and it was time for another Boxster/Cayman Run! We gathered at McDonalds Mulgrave where there was a great mix of Boxsters and Caymans, a Macan, 911, 944 and even a Renner 356 Speedster! Always great to see a mix of models and hear the stories of how they made their way into members garages. Speaking of which, new members Brad and Linda have an immaculate 1 owner 986 Boxster which Brad himself had actually sold new all those years ago. Destiny? Angelo was the lucky man in the Speedster whom I soon discovered was the father of Mr. Renner Auto himself!
After a very professional welcome and briefing by new register captain duo Graeme and Ann, we all headed off to our morning tea stop. Wellington Road was filled with a long queue of Porsches and we did a pretty good job of staying (mostly) together for the drive. I’m not all that familiar with this side of town and as we drove through Emerald I had a “is this where we are” moment. Discovery is always a great part of any run. I must go back there and enjoy a coffee at the General Food Store. Arriving in Warburton we all found parking and headed for the nearest café. I ended up at Three Sugars Café where coffee and cake was a very generous affair. Luckily, I skipped breakfast. Over coffee and cake, I discovered that I wanted to retire. Yes, you know who you are, it’s your fault.
Before long it was time to head off again to our lunch destination. A mostly traffic free run took us all the way up past Chum Creek before heading back down Myers Creek Road. Always a favorite. With private parking at Boat O’Craigo Wines (next time I’m going to ask where that name came from) we quickly got ourselves seated ready for some lovely wine, food and conversation.
The day ended with a generous wine giveaway (congratulations to all the winners!), full bellies and some new knowledge of what it takes to import a car from New Zealand and how to judge an equestrian dressage test. You can learn a lot from our club members.
Thank you to Mark for the great photos and to Graeme and Ann for hosting us. I look forward to coming to another one of your runs soon! n
Mid 911 Register Run to 1860 Hotel Romsey
Saturday 30th March
Story by Stephen Lofthouse
Photos by Karen Bentley
Ladies and gentleman sturdy and slight
I’ll tell you a tale, I’ll keep it light
This Easter Saturday it truly was a sight
Sixteen mechanical toys took to flight
One back to the next they followed each other
Through the streets they flew, mostly without bother (sorry Joe)
I watched them corner ever so stable
Many agreed with these facts of my fable
If you doubt my lies are true
Just ask the blind man, he saw it too
The lunch admission was free ($5) we paid for what we ate
We commandeered a long table and sat beyond the gate
Raffle winners were drawn to select their wine
Presentations by Paul to Dennis, Rohan, Ian, Leigh, Leon and, of course mine!
Starting at McDonalds Gisborne, Paul’s briefing to the enthusiastic group advised us to drive responsibly in residential areas and warned us of road hazards including a narrow bridge (I counted three), and with no new members to welcome, we set off at 9:40am.
26 attendees in 16 Porsches, many of which were 911s but joining them were Boxsters, Caymans and a Macan. Colours were mostly in the obligatory blacks, silvers, greys and reds but in addition there were Speed Yellow, Gulf Blue, Ruby Star and Catalan Red??... (What?, oh yeah, the plus one Audi RS3).
Through lush gardens and twisting roads of Mt Macedon and on with open rural roads to the town of Lancefield for morning tea at the Bakery and two other cafes where we took in the glorious sun and the picturesque wide-street setting.
Next was our 1.5hrs drive to Pyalong with the changing scenery of parched rolling hills and massive boulders standing proud of the landscapes of Tooborac, we made our way with open air and little traffic due to Easter back past Lancefield to our lunch destination of 1860 Hotel Romsey.
The hotel staff were exceptional with the ordering process and the extensive menu had everyone envious of their fellow travellers’ feast, especially Karen’s enormous glazed ribs, like wow!
Many thanks to Paul and Karen for a great Easter Saturday outing, roads and locations. n
993/964 Register Run to Lake Daylesford
Sunday 5th May 2024 | Story by:
Murali Wignarajah
Yes, it was the last month of autumn but a glorious day, picture perfect for members as they embarked on this leisurely yet spirited run through the scenic countryside to Daylesford.
The lineup of Porsches at our starting point, Hungry Jack’s Mickleham, was impressive and including 993s, 964s, GT2s, GT3s, 996s, 997s, and a 991. Each car, with its distinctive Porsche DNA, added to the allure of the convoy.
The run briefing was clear and to the point and after all essential items had been ticked off as well as introducing two new members, it was soon after that the distinctive sound of Porsche engines could be heard on their way to our first stop Newham General Store.
And what a treat that was, Newham General Store agreed to open exclusively for our group. It was this exclusivity combined with an absolutely delicious range of cakes, top class coffee and wonderfully, friendly and helpful staff that made this rest break truly restful allowing members the opportunity to reacquaint with old friends and for new friendships to be made.
and Leon Christodulaki | Photos by: Neville Sampson
The convoy left Newham in perfect autumn sunshine for the final destination, Lake Daylesford for lunch. The route covered some scenic isolated stretches rewarding members with picturesque autumn scenery, leaves in vibrant reds and yellows scattering down from trees and across roads as cars swooshed past but also facilitated moments of that elusive peaceful reflection.
Daylesford itself in such fine weather bustled with activity as tourists visited the markets and explored the town, creating a lively atmosphere that turned many heads as the convoy moved slowly through town.
At the award-winning Boathouse Restaurant, on picturesque Lake Daylesford, the group gathered for a memorable lunch experience. With the entire restaurant to ourselves members spread out and enjoyed drinks on the sunny verandah overlooking the glittering lake before sitting down to a three course, fabulous gourmet lunch. The Boathouse staff’s impeccable service combined with the stunning views of the lake made this venue and
the occasion truly special. A wine giveaway added to the excitement, with lucky winners looking forward to savouring their prize.
After a delightful catch-up, delicious lunch and a day filled with driving their beloved Porsches, the group left Lake Daylesford with hearts full of wonderful memories.
Leon and Roger, along with their partners Irene and Leanne were gracious hosts, embodying the spirit of camaraderie within the club that gave members the opportunity to enjoy a truly remarkable day of adventure, camaraderie, and shared passion for Porsche.
As the sun began to set on this perfect autumn day, the members of the PCV parted ways, looking forward to the next unforgettable journey that awaited them on the open road. n
Porsche Cayenne S Transsyberia at the Rally of the Heartland
Story by Brian Canny
This Porsche Cayenne S Transsyberia Tribute, didn’t travel 8000 kilometres from Moscow to Ulaanbatar, but it would be quite capable of doing so, and we, my co-driver and I, would love to do so with it, but we were very happy with the Rally of the Heartland. An iconic rally, encompassing five hundred competitive kilometres on gravel roads centred around the town of Burra in South Australia. The rally was run over three days in beautiful country being the start of outback South Australia. This is the third time we have competed; initially in a Porsche 944 set up for gravel and the last two years in the Porsche Cayenne S Transsyberia clone. The ultimate weapon!
As any Porschephile will be aware, Porsche built twenty-one Cayenne S Transsyberia cars to compete in the in 2007 and 2008 Transsyberian Rally, run over 8,000 kilometres between Moscow and Ulaanbaatar in Mongolia. Among the top 10, only two of the vehicles were not Porsche which took the majority of the first ten places in both years. The second time they entered in 2008, nineteen cars started and all had done the rally previously in 2007, proving how reliable the cars were.
So, my obvious choice of vehicle for an offroad gravel rally car to replace the 944 had to be a Porsche Cayenne S set up in “Transsyberian” guise. To this end a 2003 model Cayenne S was purchased for $10,000 and I drove it around for three months, just long enough for me to become very impressed with its overall driveability. I had been a Range Rover and Land Rover Discovery man for thirty years, so I had a serious basis for comparison and the Cayenne did not prove wanting.
For the transformation into a rally car the interior was stripped, a sturdy roll cage implanted, two spare wheel mounts and a tool box built in the rear luggage compartment, lower ratio diffs, two rally seats and most importantly, MCA remote-cannister-suspension, specially manufactured by the suspension wizard, “Murray Coote”. Every self-respecting rally car has MCA suspension. We had the engine ECU remapped, but other wise it was stock standard and it had already travelled around 270,000 kms, wow! Over the course of two years of rallying the engine has not skipped a beat and it has used a minimum of oil. It has a strong heart. The six speed auto needs a bit of encouragement at times, but generally it is pretty good at reading one’s mind and holding onto gears, but I mostly take the option to manually change the Tip Tronic box, which responds beautifully and plant the foot and rev it to 6500 again and again. A beautiful aural experience.
To complete the package, we added a bit of orange paint in the right places to emulate
the Transsyberian colour scheme and sign writing, and we were ready to hit the gravel. I might add that most of this work was carried out at our Bosch Car Service workshop in Ballarat, where Porsches get lots of attention.
You will remember when we heard that Porsche was planning to build a Porsche SUV to tow your track car or boat to the track or the local pond and for mum to do the shopping around Toorak or Vaucluse how we all scoffed: “What! That’s not a Porsche!”
How wrong we were. We thought it was merely a tow car to match the car being towed. Well! I can confirm that they built and not purely by chance, the ultimate off-road 4WD weapon imaginable. Most owners will never push the car hard, or take it off-road and activate the differential locks, let alone a roll cage, but if you own one and the boss in the family will let you borrow it, then hit the High-Country or desert and have some fun. Just wash it on the way home and she’ll be none the wiser, apart from wondering why you can’t stop smiling.
A Cayenne when pushed hard on a dirt road or on bitumen for that matter, is incredible. It is very sure footed and feels very much in control of its environment, it changes direction effortlessly with minimal body roll, not a hint of understeer unless provoked by a way too fast entry; yes! it happened once or twice purely the fault of the driver, not the car, it benefits from an early set up on entry and early power on exit. Doesn’t every car? You ask.
The way the front wheel drive pulls the car through the corner with a very positive stance is a great experience and it drags it out of dips and steep climbs with gusto, leaping up the incline, eager to beat the climb into submission. The combination of the grip of the four wheels acting in harmony and that glorious, free revving, 4.5 litre V8 is a joy to experience. And yes, it will four-wheel drift.
We were rubbished, nicely mind you, at every control for running the air-conditioning and for having all the comforts of an “expensive limo”, including electric windows and lots of room for spare wheels and tools and things. All we gave was a smug smile as a reply.
Over the three days we experienced the normal Porsche reliability. Most nights we cleaned the windscreen, filled it with fuel, patted its bum and went to the pub for dinner. Whilst nearly everyone else was replacing parts and rebuilding worn or broken bits. We had two issues caused by rocks getting to where they shouldn’t and damaging a hose from the radiator to the oil cooler, we will give this a bit of attention and a blown tyre sidewall, the result of a leap into a dip and landing a bit sideways. As Porsche found in the Siberian rally, we need
a more aggressive off-road tyre. Rally rubber is not made for the 18” wheels needed to clear the sizable brakes. We also damaged a wheel at the same time presumably from a stone ricocheting off a front wheel into inside of a rear wheel and damaging the rim. No fault of the car.
The roads were closed for the rally and so we were able to legally hit very high speeds many times, up to my self-imposed limit, using the powerful torque to pull it through the corners and onto the straights where it has phenomenal poise and confidenceinspiring directional stability. The brakes are prodigious, only fading slightly after many stops from a very fast approach to a series of jumps in order not to leap too high off the ground. We used Pagid Yellow brake pads.
We were not there to win, impossible with my driving, but we were there to have an offroad experience and to enjoy the car. There are a lot more skilful drivers and faster cars, with as much or more roadholding ability, but I wonder if they have the poise or comfort of a Porsche Cayenne. I apologise to my fellow competitors for being one eyed. I might add, compared to a lot of the field, we had a very reasonable car set up cost and fun for dollars.
The next outing for the car is the Sunraysia Rally based in Wentworth, NSW. A four-day marathon event through beautiful outback stations. The car has done it before and can’t wait!
Bear in mind that the speeds I mention are only permissible within the bounds of an entry in an authorised gravel rally, only open to very experienced drivers.
“Please do not try this at home.”
My intention is not to encourage fast driving in uncontrolled circumstances, but purely to draw one’s attention to the magnificent WOLF hiding in the Cayenne under the guise of a SHEEP!
For more info on the Transsyberian Rally and the vehicles, refer to: https://newsroom. porsche.com/en/2022/products/porschecayenne-anniversary-20-years-cayenne-stranssyberia-off-road-athlete-29318.html. n
NEW MEMBERS
We welcome the following members who have joined the P.C.V. from 14th March 2024 - 13th June 2024.
Grant Azlin 2023 911 Carrera
Jane Baker 2021 911 992 Carrera S
Brendan Bennett 2024 718 Boxster
Daniel Beraldo 2024 911 GT3
Roland Bunting & Ting Wang 2024 Taycan GTS
Peter Caretti 2023 718 Cayman GT4
Anthony & Anna Caruana 2024 992 GT3 Touring, 2023 992 Targa 4S & 2019 Macan Turbo S
Albert Cenusa 2021 Turbo S & 2011 911
Murphy Chai & Fiona Low 2024 718 Cayman GT4RS
Zaki Chaib 2024 Macan GTS
Tony, Phoenix & Roman Ciccone 992 GT3
Mark & Leonie Clark 1998 996 Coupe
Edin Covrk 1986 Carerra 911
Mark & Inez Cusworth 2023 Taycan
Jeremy Davidson 2016 GT3
Dean Di Sisto 1987 Carrera
Sam, Ferninand & Marlen Farley 1996 993 Turbo & 2001 Taycan Turbo
Anthony & Julie Fazzolari 2004 911 GTS & 2024 Macan S
Jon Haggett 2022 Cayman 718
Terry Hall 2015 911 S & 1964 356C
Brian & Amanda Hancock 2007 911 Carrera 4S
John & Lee Hartman 2013 911 Carrera 4S
Evan Heinecke 2023 718 (982) Cayman GTS
Peter Hooymans 2024 Cayenne Turbo GT
Niranjan & Senna Jirasinha, Yasmin Ramdzan 2024 992.1 GTS
Niranga Kaluarachchi 1986 944
Joshua Kapuranovski 2007 911 997 Carrera
Rohan Laging 2004 GT4 RS
David Lang 2015 Cayenne Turbo
Andrew, King Haang, Kinsey Lau, Ko-Chen Wu 2023 Macan GTS
Binh Le & Michele Tan 2018 Cayenne
Douglas Lord 911 Carrera S
Alain Marc & Chris Keeler 996 Turbo
Jason Matser 2014 911 & 2017 Cayenne
Chris McDermott 2018 718 Boxster GTS
Mark McDermott 2023 718 Cayman GTS
Tony & Sebastian Miletic, Nicole Goodinson 2023 911 GTS
Richard Moore 2022 992 GTS
Mark Nathan 2022 911 4S
Joseph Perillo 2005 997 Carrera S
Nick & Isabelle Png, Lisa Satta 2023 Taycan GTS
Brett & Joanna Reaby 2023 Panamera 4
Reko Rennie 1987 Carrera 911 & 1998 Cayenne
Richard Robinson 1994 968
Oskar Rutten 2004 911 997
Peter & Aquila Scarlata 1998 986 Boxster
Darren Smith 1986 911
Jason Styles 930
Tim Szakacs 2022 911 4S
Marcus & Samuel Tow 2006 911 S & 1990 911 CS
Malcolm Tyler & Cath Redden 2024 Cayman GTS
Bradley Watt 2024 718 Boxster GTS (982)
Marcus White 2019 GT3 Touring
Kham Zohab 2022 992 GT3
Chris McDermott
Brian Hancock
Albert Cenusa
Alain Marc
Jason Matser
Marcus White
Joseph Perillo
Oskar Rutten
Daniel Beraldo
Doug Lord
Peter Caretti
Peter Hooymans
Tony Miletic
Edin Covrk
Evan Heinecke
Nick Png
Malcolm Tyler
Mark Nathan
Mark McDermott
Kham Zohab
Anthony Caruana
Richard Moore
Rohan Laging
Brett Reaby
Mark Cusworth
Roll Of Honour
2005 Lyle Potgieter
2006 Don Tryhorn
2007 Stewart Lachlan
2008 Stewart Lachlan 2009 Matthew Stoupas
Stewart Lachlan
Peter Fitzgerald
Peter Fitzgerald
Bob Hawker
Peter Fitzgerald
Christian Fitzgerald 2016 Nick Karnaros 2017 Joseph Ensabella
Ensabella
Wojciechowski
Adam Stafford
Championship
Ann Tyson
1994 Richard Eldridge
1995 Matthew Harris
1996 Paul Stuart 1997 Bruce Young
1998 Michael Herrod
1999 Sven Burchartz
2000 Theo Mihelakos
2001 Theo Mihelakos
2002 Theo Mihelakos & Ian Jenkins
2003 Sven Burchartz & Mark Chrzanowski
2004 Matthew Stoupas
2005 Mark Chrzanowski
2006 Simon Baxter & Mark Chrzanowski
2007 Mark Chrzanowski & Matthew Stoupas
2008 Matthew Stoupas
2009 Matthew Stoupas & Andrew Barlow
2010 Bob Hawker
2011 Aaron Ireland
2012 Aaron Ireland
2013 Rick Moscati 2014 Ben Faggetter
2015 Aaron Ireland
2016 Nick Karnaros
2017 Nick Karnaros
2018 Jamie Lovett
2019 Andrew Hall
2021 Stefan Wojciechowski
2022 Daniel Reynolds 2023 Richard Thompson
Outright Award, Inc Don Tryhorn
Memorial Award from 2008
1984 Bruce Harris
1985 Don Tryhorn
1986 Graham Stockley
1987 Graham Stockley
1988 Graham Stockley
1989 Graham Stockley
Rex Broadbent
Graham Stockley 1992 Paul Sadler 1993 Danny Loypur
Peter White
Graeme Hitchell
Danny Loypur
Danny Loypur 1998 Matthew Stoupas 1999 John Woodward 2000 Greg Muller
Greg Muller
2002 Theo Mihelakos
Greg Muller
Jon Trende
Suzy Versluys
Ava Balodis
Ava Balodis
Delyce England
Aranka Figge
Aranka Figge
Aranka Figge
Aranka Young
April Houghton
April Houghton
Jill Willis
Aranka Young
Aranka Young
Aranka Young
Aranka Young
Aranka Young
Aranka Young
Melanie Treloar
2016 Melanie Treloar 2017 Sally-Anne Hains
Darvall Club Member of the Year 1980 Ian Nadenbousch 1981 Max Errington
Graeme Andrews
Dianna Foo
Daryl Louey
Barbara Clearihan
Graham Stockley 1987 (No award)
1988 (No award) 1989 Egidia Woodhouse 1990 Paul Mauger 1991 Bev Madin
1992 Elspeth Froude 1993 Raymond Poon 1994 Alex Robertson 1995 Beth Harris
1996 Selwyn Hall & Ray Poon
1997 George Cairns
1998 Danny Jonas
1999 Tim Wadsworth
2000 Jeff Thomas
2001 (No award)
2002 Duane Rodgers
2003 Marnie Gorman 2004 James Caldow
2005 Annie Mould & Alf Carrigan
2006 Janet Conheady & William Darvall
2007 John Baker
2008 Peter Witt
2009 Felix Rieniets
2010 Peter Cromie & Clair Cromie
2011 Robin Humphries
2012 Grant Stephenson
2013 Michael Bailey
2014 Ken Anson & Harriet Anson
2015 Rowan Burnett
2016 Simon Dunn
2017 Peter Harrison
2018 Geoffrey Mould
2019 Russell Sturzaker Gordon Johnstone
2022 Linley Baxter
2023 Richard Catchlove Kon Gogos
