Porsche Club of America - Arizona Region - Going Places - March 2025
Volume 55 Issue 3
EDITORS
Gregg & Alison Bull gpeditor@az.pca.org
CONTRIBUTORS
Rick Althouse
Kimberly Amadeo
Rich Andrade
Danielle Badler
Dan & Kellie Bouet
Ken Bryant
Alison Scott Bull
Gregg Bull
Jim & Carole Bultema
Mike Ferring
Frank & Maria Grimmelmann
Don Hoover
Kim Kemper
Jan Mackulak
Pat McNamara
Angela Manente
Scott & Christina Mcilvain
Kenneth Mitchell
Dennis Rood
Rita Sprenkle
Jill Wilkerson
David K. Whitlock
THE COVER
Rook Younger Going Places is the official publication of the Porsche Club of America, Arizona Region and is published electronically monthly. Written contributions and photographs are welcomed and can be emailed to the editor. Opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official position of the Porsche Club of America, Arizona Region, its officers or members. Permission is granted to reprint any material herein provided full credit is given to the author and to Going Places. PORSCHE®, the Porsche Crest®, CARRERA®, and TARGA® are trademarks of Porsche AG. The editor shall reserve the right to edit and publish only those articles felt to be in the best interest of the members of the Porsche Club of America. THE DEADLINE FOR ARTICLES AND ADVERTISEMENTS SUBMITTED FOR PUBLICATION IS THE 15TH OF THE MONTH PRIOR TO THE MONTH OF PUBLICATION. Commercial advertising rates can be found in the back of this publication.
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Photo courtesy of Mike Ferring
Dan Bouet president@az.pca.org
Gregg Bull secretary@az.pca.org
Doug Buchanan DougBuchanan-director@az.pca.org
Andy Cole vicepresident@az.pca.org
Frank Grimmelmann FrankGrimmelmann-director@az.pca.org
50..............Ladies Only - Fancy Hats & Cibo Fantasioso
51..............Ken Steele Alpine Tour XXV
52-53.........MEGA Future Driving Adventure - Southern Cali 54-55.........Ladies Only - Cooking Class & Lunch
59..............Future Members’ Meeting - Martin Auto Museum
60..............Something NEW is heading the PnP way - Tommy Bahamas
61..............July in the PnP world is heating up - Black Mountain Coffee Shop 62..............So what has PnP got in store for August - Schmooze in Scottsdale
working up an appetite - The Anthem Extravaganza at Anthem is coming
- Get Involved
as a Co-Member
Featured in this Month and Every Month’s Issue
FEATURED IN THIS MONTH’S ISSUE
25........Meet this Month’s Featured Member- Pat McNamara
38-45........Article - A Nice Chance Encounter of the Porsche Kind
46-47........Article - Ladies Only Drive - Fountain Hills
56-57........Driving Tour Review - West Valley Tour
66-67........AZPCA’s Ladies-Only Cave Creek Field Trip - Lunch/Tour 70-71 .......McIlvain Talks Tech with Scott M - Turbo charging 72-73........Stuttgart Market Letter by David K. Whitlock
98........What’s coming up in Next Month’s Newsletter
IN EVERY ISSUE
4..............Arizona Region Board
8..............President’s Note 9..............From the Editors
34 .............Awards & Accolades
58..............Sponsorship Program
74..............AZPCA Goodie Shoppe
75..............Social Media
76..............Please welcome - New Members
77..............Happy PCA Members’ Anniversaries
78..............Executive Appointees
79..............Zone 8 Staff and Websites
Going Places Facts and Figures
The Deadline for submitting material is the 15th of each month. Submissions received after that date will appear in a later edition. Articles written and submitted to Going Places are done so on a voluntary basis.
The views, opinions or suggested links provided by the editors do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of AZPCA or PCA and have not been indorsed as such.
Dates, locations and costing for events may change after publication, please refer to the AZPCA website or MotorsportReg for the up to date information.
PRESIDENT’S NOTE Dan Bouet
March is a busy month for the club! Our volunteers are in full swing, keeping the events calendar packed. A special focus this month is on our New Members Day event at We-Ko-Pa Casino. This is a great opportunity to meet and greet new members, learn more about the club, and get to know the people behind the efforts. We will also be giving away about $1,000 worth of MSR credits towards activities of one’s choice.
The club is fortunate to have some new enthusiasm from our female members, some of whom have taken the initiative to host ladies-only events. So far, there have been driving tours and social gatherings specifically for this demographic. If you’re interested, check the calendar to see if there’s an event that appeals to you. Jill Wilkerson, Debbie Younger, Rita Sprenkle, and Jeanne Snyder-Baker are the gals that have spearheaded these events so far.
Speaking of event planning, our Social Chair position is currently vacant. Deb Rettew served as our Social Chair for the second half of 2024 and helped plan the Concours and Holiday Party during that time. We appreciate her efforts and the time she dedicated to the club.
Historically, the Social Chair has been responsible for organizing the Holiday Party, Baseball Night Out, and co-organizing New Members Day with the Membership Chairperson, along with other major social events as opportunities arise (such as the 65th Anniversary Party). Considering that members have varying interests in different activities, the club is looking for individuals willing to help event plan one or more of these social events. Additionally, we are seeking a Social Chair to oversee these planning efforts along with other club-hosted social events. If you’re interested in helping plan one of these social events or taking on the Social Chair role, please reach out to me!
Finally, our Board of Directors has approved a Member Appreciation Night, organized by Jim and Carole Bultema. Stay tuned for more details, but it is scheduled for June 30. Best of all, this event will be completely free for our members and will feature both entertainment, food, and socializing opportunities.
Hope to see you at a future event!
Dan Bouet
From the EDITORS Gregg and Ali Bull
As the warmer weather descends upon us, we can look forward to a transition within the Club. The snowbirds begin to contemplate their journey to cooler climates and the diehard locals start to think of driving tours that take them to cooler climates just for the day or weekend.
One thing that both groups of people have to look forward to is the annual New Members’ Day and Dennis’s All Porsche Grand Display up in Carefree, both events are well worth attending.
The New Members’ Day allows new members to AZPCA the ability to meet the Board and all the hard-working individuals that make this great club tick.
The 3rd annual All Porsche Grand display organized by Dennis Rood and supported by all his eager minions is a truly spectacular event and well worth the drive to Carefree.
March also welcomes the MLB Spring training games to the Valley, it gives people a chance to go and watch their favorite Baseball Team right here in Arizona.
Club members can look forward to a host of different activities from the aforementioned New Members’ Day and All Porsche Display along with a driving tour to Lake Roosevelt, the monthly meeting at the Persian Room, Autocross at the AMP Skidpad, a New Members’ drive to Cave Creek, Porsches n’ Pancakes will be held at Harrold’s Cave Creek Corral, we have a overnight driving adventure to Tucson Desert Museum and finally the HPDE gang will be at AMP.
We have a full calendar for April too, make sure to check out Going Places and our AZPCA website for all the details on upcoming events.
If you know someone that doesn’t have a Porsche yet but is very interested in seeing what it’s all about tell them to sign up for the PCA “Test Drive” program (https://www.pca.org/pca-test-drive) or better still ask them to join you as a guest at an upcoming AZPCA event.
Stay safe and hopefully we’ll see you at an upcoming event soon. Cheers,
Gregg & Ali
Upcoming Driving Tour - Roosevelt Lake - Globe - Superior
Roosevelt Lake Globe Superior Drive
Saturday March 1st 2025
Let’s enjoy a very nice drive from Mesa via AZ-87, AZ-188 and US-60 to Roosevelt Lake/Globe/Superior on Saturday, March 1st
The event starts at the Bass Pro Shops parking lot in Mesa. From there we will begin with an exciting mountain drive on north AZ-87 toward Payson. Prior to reaching Payson, we will turn right and head south on AZ-188 toward Globe, following the shore of Roosevelt Lake to Roosevelt Dam. We will stop at the dam overlook for a photo op, then continue on to Globe, where we’ll turn onto US-60 and cross over the New Pinto Creek Bridge and past the "Top of the World" marker (elevation 4532 ft), on our way to Superior for lunch at the Silver King Smokehouse & Saloon
The Silver King Smokehouse offers outdoor seating and an extensive menu of BBQ and other items we have enjoyed on previous club drives.
After lunch everyone will return home on their own.
Upcoming Members’ Meeting - Persian Room
AZPCA Monthly Membership Meeting
March 5, 2025 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Persian Room
Please join us at the Persian Room, where you are guaranteed not to leave hungry. Amidst an atmosphere of plush elegance, enjoy the exotic aroma and flavor of carefully blended herbs and prime quality fresh meats and vegetables, prepared to tease the palate and tantalize the senses. Thousands of years of traditional recipes and methods combine to provide a wide menu of tasty treats. We ate there previously, and the feedback was very positive. See you there.
Jim and Carole Bultema, Organizers
Location: 17040 N. Scottsdale Road Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Menu
Appetizers: Hummus, Yogurt and Cucumber Dip, Dolmeh
Salad: Greek Salad with Fresh Basil
Main Course:
Chicken Kebab
Beef Koonbideh
Chicken Filet
Basmati Rice, fresh baked Persian Bread
Stew: Gheymeh Bademjan Beef Eggplant Stew
Soft Beverages: Soft drinks, hot tea, coffee
Cash Bar
Cost $40
Event Schedule:
5:30 – 6:15 pm Social hour 6:15 – 7:00 pm. Dinner 7:00 – 7:30 pm Meeting & Program
Registration is required for this event. Click the REGISTER button below to sign up and pay. The closing date to register is March 2, 2025, at midnight
Registration is open for 75.
For more details and to Register for this event CLICK HERE
Upcoming Porsche n’ Pancakes - Harold’s Corral
WHEN: Saturday, March 29, 2025 from 8:30am to 10:30am
WHERE: 6895 E Cave Creek Rd, Cave Creek, Arizona, 85331
MENU: Buffet including Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, French Toast…etc.
PRICE: $21 (includes Tip & Taxes)
ATTENDANCE: Maximum of 50 people (Sign up early)
To Register for this event CLICK HERE
ALL PORSCHE GRAND DISPLAY
CAREFREE TOWN CENTER
Sunday, March 2, 2025
7:30am (Display) 9:00am (Show Opens) – 2:00pm
Come out with your friends and enjoy a day of displaying your Porsche, seeing other great Porsches, and visiting with friends. While awards will be given, no cars will need to be opened or the owner with the car.
We will use the French style of judging which is simply best preparation, presentation, and POP an outstanding car.
Cars will start loading into the display field on Ho Hum and Easy Streets at 7:30 AM with show open to all at 9:00 AM. Coffee and pastries will be available to start and water and soft drinks all day for those showing their cars. Awards will be at 1:30 PM at the Sanderson Pavilion Stage and the show will conclude at 2:00 PM. We expect the public will attend and will have “suggested donation” clear big jars at all entrances with a sign the proceeds will go to the Mesa Community College Automotive Program for scholarships.
Several restaurants will be available for breakfast and lunch during the show. We ask you to leave your car there for the entire show until 2:00 PM. It you are not able to do that please do not display your car.
Proceeds after expenses will benefit the Mesa Community College Automotive Program also.
Cost is $25 to display your car when you register on Motorsports.reg. You do not have to be a member to display your car.
When you arrive, we ask you to go to the registration table to check in and receive your display placard, which you will fill out with information about your displayed car.
We look forward to seeing you for a fun day in March!!!
Cars, Coffee & Camaraderie
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NEXT event: Sat, March 8th from 6am-9am
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NEW Members’ Day - We-Ko-Pa Casino/Resort
New Members’ Day
Saturday - March 15, 2025 - 2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Attention all club members!
Join the fun at New Members’ Day to welcome and celebrate our new club members. This event is an opportunity for our New Members to meet the 2025 Board of Directors, the Chairpersons, and other club members. You will learn about AutoX, Drivers Education, Social-Media, Driving Tours, and all of the club Social Events
You'll have free time to discuss individual topics one on one with Board Members and Chair Persons!
For all New Members: You will be refunded the $45 registration fee when you check in at the event, so it is free for New Members.
There will be some be some lottery prize giveaways ($$) for club events (eg Social and Driving Events, Drivers Education etc. !!!
Location: We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort
10438 N Fort McDowell Road, Scottsdale, AZ
The We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort introduced its new state-of-the-art casino in October 2020. Our buffet dinner will feature authentic dishes from around the world. The menu includes Asian, Italian, American, and Spanish/Mexican and is ALL YOU CAN EAT !!!
NOTE - The entire Casino and Buffet are NON-SMOKING
SCHEDULE:
2:30 - 3:00 PM Social Time
3:00 – 4:00 PM Introductions, Presentations and Free time to visit with Board Members and Chairpersons
4:00 – 5:00 PM Dinner Buffet
5:00 PM Adjourn
The event cost is $45.00 per attendee (refund for New Members – see below)
All new members attending who have joined since our last New Members’ Day (3/16/2024) event will be provided a $45 credit to your MotorsportReg.com account and will be valid until the end of 2025. To receive the credit, your attendance must be verified at event check-in. Closing date to register is March 10th at midnight. Attendance is limited to 90 attendees.
NEW Members’ Day Drive - Cave Creek
NEW MEMBERS’ DAY DRIVE
SUNDAY, MARCH 16, 2025
Following our annual New Members’ Day event on Saturday, we have planned a driving tour to one of our club’s favorite destinations in Cave Creek. We will meet at the Coffee Plantation in Scottsdale, a frequent starting point for AZPCA driving tours. The tour will follow an interesting route across town, with curvy roads and desert scenery along the way. At our final destination we will gather for lunch and camaraderie with our PCA friends at the Horny Toad Restaurant.
We invite all members, but especially new members, to sign up so you can experience an example of the fun we have with our Porsches on Arizona roads and beyond.
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■ 50+ years of experience on all Porsche models
■ Independently owned with Master-Level Technicians
■ Two-year/24,000 mile warranty on parts and labor
■ Conveniently located in North Scottsdale Airpark
■ Complimentary AC Performance Check included during summer months*
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Join us at 10:00 am for brunch at Little Snitch then a short (1.6 Mile round trip) flat hike to see a stunning crested saguaro.
Little Snitch: 8700 E Pinnacle Peak Rd Suite 106, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Little Snitch is a delightful brunch experience. Indulge in fresh baked goods, or made-to-order brunch dishes crafted with the finest ingredients, and compliment your meal with drinks from a full bar. Enjoy the charming ambiance of our garden patio seating, where friendly service and unique decor set the perfect backdrop for a memorable brunch outing.
Menu:
Cost: Pay on your own, counter service
After Brunch, about 11:30 PM we will head out to the Pima Dynamite trailhead, approximate 3.5 miles north of Little Snitch.
Pima Dynamite trailhead. Located at Northeast corner of Pima Rd. and Dynamite Blvd. Enter off Pima just past Dynamite. Covered amphitheater, shade ramadas, restrooms, water, interpretive signage. Large paved parking lot. Short hike/walk to see the crested saguaro.
Crested saguaros are exceptionally rare, with only an estimated one in 200,000 saguaros exhibiting this unique growth pattern. They can be found scattered throughout the Sonoran Desert, which spans southern Arizona, parts of California, and northwestern Mexico and we are very lucky to have one in the Pima Dynamite trailhead
Maximum attendees limited to 35 Members (Registration deadline is March 12th)
For more details and to Register for this event CLICK HERE
Tucson Overnight Adventure
Thursday & Friday, March 27-28
Embrace the spirit of the Southwest highlighted by an overnight stay at the Arizona Inn, a uniquely charming boutique hotel with eclectic rooms and lush gardens.
THURSDAY
o Twenty cars begin the drive at Wendy’s on Baseline near I 10.
o Meet for a buffet lunch at Bianchi’s Italian Restaurant.
Pay $20 per person on MSR
o Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum for afternoon visit.
Pay for tickets when you arrive
o Arizona Inn - check in, relax, and prepare for dinner.
Book your room on your own – group rate = $341 to $359 +tax
o Buffet dinner at El Charro Downtown location.
Pay $40 per person on MSR
FRIDAY
o After breakfast, drive to Old Tucson Wild West Park
Event Organizer: Mark Baker (f6valkyrie2016@gmail.com)
AZPCA Regional eNEWS
AZPCA REGION eNEWS
AZPCA Region publishes several emails each month to notify the members of the upcoming social and driving events and other pertinent Region business and activity information. These emails are known as eNews email blasts and will be identified by the PCA Banner as you see above.
It has come to the Region’s attention that several hundred members are not receiving the AZPCA Region’s eNews email blasts. This may be because the PCA National Office may not have your correct email address or there may be a technical problem with your email address. Or the member at one time elected to opt out of receiving the emails and would like to begin receiving them.
AZPCA Region would like to help the members in resolving this issue of you not receiving the eNews emails. If you are not receiving any of the emails that are labeled with the above banner, and prefer to receive them, please email the Region’s Communications Chair, Kenny Mitchell at kenmitchell-director@az.pca.org
Meet this Month’s Featured Member - Pat McNamara
1. When did you join PCA?
I joined in late 2024 as I was looking for a 997.2.
2. What Porsche(s) do you have
2009 Carrera 4S Coupe w/ PDK and Sport Chrono in Basalt black with standard black leather
3. Where are you from?
LaCrosse, WI but have lived in AZ for over 20 years
4. Family?
Wife, Joy, who plays her saxophone with various bands around town. No kids but currently have an Irish Setter and 4 cats. Have a nephew who lives in town and I hope to bring him to some events.
5. Work background or trade?
Data Engineering manager for a company that makes SSDs, called Solidigm
6. What makes your car special?
The car I found had 3 previous PCA owners and had great documentation so I know the car’s history.
7. Next upgrade?
The car came with an IPD Plenum and Eibach springs. I was missing PSE, so I added an exhaust by IDE, Only other upgrade I’m planning is switching to a sport steering wheel with paddles instead of the PDK buttons.
8. Have you personalized your car?
It has some custom Fuchs and planning to put on a “Carrera” side decal.
9. Favorite memory with a car?
Haven’t had it very long but picking up in Vegas and driving back early in the morning past Lake Mead was a great first time experience.
10. Where/Why did you buy your Porsche?
Since I was kid I have dreamed of owning a 911. I was drawn to the 997.2 because it was relatively affordable, and for me, is the sweet spot between old and new.
11. High school nickname?
They would call me by my lastname.
12. Top 3 cars you would own?
Tough question. If I could only own 3 cars, I’m pretty happy with my current cars but would go for extreme editions. If I could add 3 additional it would probably be cars from my past because of the memories associated with them.
1. 997.2 Sport Classic
2. Lucid Air Sapphire
3. Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 392
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AZPCA Regional Autocross Season - 2025
Below are listed the tentative Autocross dates for the 2025 AZPCA Region Autocross Season They are normally held on Saturday at AMP as follows:
SAT, MAR 8
Arizona Motorsports Park Skidpad
SAT, APR 5
Arizona Motorsports Park Skidpad
SAT, APR 26
Arizona Motorsports Park Skidpad
About Autocross events:
Join us for our AZPCA autocross at Arizona Motorsports Park Skidpad. Location address is 15402 W. Camelback Rd, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340. Non-Porsches are welcome to participate. Multi lap format. Contact Kim Kemper for more information. $60 for the event - there is no on site registration. If you wish to have someone, who is not an entrant, over 18 years old and who is an immediate household member, as a passenger for a taste of autox please pre-register and pay the $10 fee. Drivers can invite guests only during pre-registration who must complete all waivers, but cannot be a passenger. Gates open at 7:00 am. First car out at 8:30 am. Rental helmets can be reserved during the online registration process. Sorry but no go-karts, Polaris type, formula or other exoskeleton vehicles permitted. AMP has a strict sound limit of 92 db and your vehicle must pass sound tech held immediately before the event (around 8:00) or have a valid AMP sound sticker and no changes to the car impacting sound have been made since. A link to the Porsche waiver will be sent to you via email, information on the AMP paper waiver will be provided in your event receipt and is available on site. If you have any questions regarding any of the Autocross events, please contact the following Autocross Co-Chairs, Kim K or Rick A. at autocross@az.pca.org.
Click HERE for more infomation and for a link to the MotorsportReg event registration
HPDE SCHEDULE
SAT, MAR 29
Arizona Motorsports Park (CCW)
SAT, APR 19
Podium Club at Attesa
SAT- SUN, SEP 27-28
INDE Motorsports Ranch
SAT, OCT 18
Podium Club at Attesa
SAT- SUN, NOV 29-30
Spring Mountain Motor Resort
SAT- SUN, DEC 13 -14
Chuckwalla Valley Raceway
To Register: AMP
To Register: Podium Club
To Register: INDE
To Register: Podium Club
Las Vegas PCA Region Event Registration Link TBD
San Diego PCA Region Event Registration Link TBD
Time Trials also available at this HPDE event
Future Member’s Meeting - Crust Simply Italian
AZPCA Monthly Membership Meeting
April 2, 2025 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
A new restaurant for this month. Crust is owned by Mr. Merendino, who grew up as a firstgeneration Italian in the heart of Long Island. Here, his mother taught him to cook using all her delicious recipes, which he now serves at his restaurants. Simple yet truly authentic Italian ingredients transformed from East Coast classics.
Appetizers: Garlic Knots, Assorted Bruschetta
Salads: Italian Chopped, Caesar Main Course;
Pasta Marinara with Meatballs
Chicken Francese
Chicken Marsala
Eggplant Rollatini Parmesan
Desert; Cannoli & Tiramisu
Cash Bar as well as Non-alcoholic beverages
Cost: $40 per person
Limited to 100 people
Event Schedule:
5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Social time
6:00 – 6:45 p.m. Dinner
6:45 – 7:30 p.m. Meeting
*Registration is required for this event. Click the REGISTER button below to sign up and pay. The closing date to register is March 30, 2025, at 11:59 p.m.
Jim and Carole Bultema, Organizers
Crust Simply Italian 2470 S. Recker Road, #101 Gilbert, AZ 85295
For more details and to Register for this event CLICK HERE
Future Porsche n’ Pancakes - 5 & Diner
Where the 50s comes to life!
Harking back to a simpler time
In 1989, 5 & Diner was created as a place where people would be transported in time to a place where life was simpler. In the process, the legendary 5 & Diner Restaurants were created. The no-holds-barred 50’s flashback theme with affordable, top-quality food including award-winning burgers and shakes.
WHEN: Saturday, April 19, 2025
Registration and further details coming shortly
WHERE: 5220 N 16th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85016
MENU: Order anything you like off the menu and pay your own Bill
ATTENDANCE: Limited to 40 people so sign up early.
ATTIRE: Bring a hat and your sunscreen because we’re rockin’ it on the Patio.
Future Driving Adventure...We’re off to Vegas, Baby !!!
Ready now for some Fun, then register early for the biennial 2025 Vegas Fun Run ACT FAST Limited to a maximum of 25 cars!
We leave Friday April 11th in the morning as a group [well 2 groups actually] and then return individually on Monday the 14th . If 4 days isn’t enough, book some extra nights.
Base hotel is the Vdara [connected to the Bellagio, the Aria and the Cosmopolitan directly by Tram and covered walkways and close to many other facilities on the LV Strip, including Paris, Caesars….].
Click on the link below to check out room rates and availability
If you are confident, you can make it, register now and then book your rooms as soon as possible to get the best rates. In addition to a number of group events, you’ll have plenty of individual time for playing, shopping or just people watching at your leisure on this trip. If all the slots (pardon the pun) are taken, then register anyhow and we’ll put you on a wait list since a couple of cancellations are inevitable.
Friday, April 11th 2025
Biergarten Room at Hofbrauhaus
Group dinner in the “quieter room”
Click below to read up on the venue
Saturday, April 12th 2025
Gaudin Porsche Las Vegas
New Henderson location
Reception from 2pm – 4pm
Las Vegas Southern Utah region in the house (this is Gaudin’s 2nd Porsche dealership)
Sunday, April 13th 2025
Maxan’s Jazz Club
Special Jazz show
6pm to ???
Top Quality Sushi dishes (other meals available) Let’s take over the club….
Note individual menus/checks have been arranged for all dinners, and at Maxan’s enjoy a simple reasonablypriced minimum $40 F&B /person [no cover or hidden charges for the show].
Register now, our 25 slots will not last long, they never do. The only thing we ask is that you don’t tie up a slot unless you are certain you can join in fairness to those who wish to plan and are serious about attending.
On behalf of Jan Mackulak my Vegas Expert and co-conspirator and myself, we look forward to enjoying your company at this exceptional tri-state biennial event.
For more details and to Register for this event CLICK HERE
For Hofbrauhaus details CLICK HERE
For Maxan Jazz Club details CLICK HERE
Monthly Awards & Accolades
Each month the Editors and Contributors of Going Places would like to recognize certain members for special contributions to this amazing Club we are all part of.
The Writers Award, this award is for an individual that submits or presents the best article.
Writers Award(s) for February 2025: Rich Andrade, Angela Manente, Don Hoover
The winner will receive a $30 credit on their MotorsportReg account to be used for upcoming AZPCA events.
The Volunteer Award, this award goes to the member who goes above and beyond the call of duty, this person demonstrates what the Clubs values are all about, Passion, a Positive attitude and a willingness to help.
Volunteer of the Month for February 2025: Dennis Rood
The winner will receive a $30 credit on their MotorsportReg account to be used for upcoming AZPCA events.
**Even if you don’t win this month a big heart felt THANK-YOU to all the wonderful contributors that help make this award-winning Newsletter/Magazine the success that it is, CHEERS.
*2025 Aman-Steele Award/Legacy Award *
Aman-Steele Award
A reinstatement of the historical Annual Aman Award for outstanding achievement, represen7ng the AZPCA Member (or Members, awarded jointly) in good standing who is acknowledged as the enthusiast (or enthusiasts) of the year for the current calendar year. The award is designated as the Aman-Steele Award to recognize the life7me contribu7on of Jack Aman and Ken Steele to the Club. The award is presented at the AZPCA annual dinner to the enthusiast of the year demonstra7ng an excep7onal level of contribu7on to the Club. Candidates are to be nominated by any club member including a descrip7on of the nominees unique and significant contribu7ons to the club in the current year and voted upon by the Board of Directors at their November Board Mee7ng in an execu7ve session following the main board mee7ng to maintain the decision in confidence un7l the presenta7on of the award at the December Annual Holiday Party
Legacy Award
The Annual Legacy Award established in 2023 recognizes an AZPCA Member or members working as a team who historically and consistently over a decade or more has or have contributed significantly to excep7onally suppor7ng the club and its membership at a significant level. The award may recognize this contribu7on from a current ac7ve member or posthumously for a member’s contribu7on. This award is nominated and voted upon by the Board of Directors who may at their discre7on seek guidance form the general membership, especially those who have historically been involved with the club and were able to personally observe those who have made a significant consistent contribu7on that is above and beyond usual expecta7ons. The Board of Directors will consider nomina7ons and make the final decision in an execu7ve session following the main board mee7ng to maintain the decision in confidence un7l the presenta7on of the award at the December Holiday Party Mee7ng.
AZPCA Ladies-Only La Posada Overnight Drive
April 26-27, 2025
This April overnight event is for the ladies only!
After a beautiful drive up from the Valley on Saturday morning, we will stop for lunch along the way to Winslow, Arizona, for an overnight stay and dinner at the La Posada Hotel.
La Posada, “the resting place,” was one of the finest hotels ever built in the Southwest when it opened in 1930. And this historic hotel on Route 66 is still charming after all this time. Rooms have been restored carefully, and many pieces of the Mary Colter design remain, along with extensive artwork and gardens throughout the property. There is also a large trading post on site full of southwest treasures. Visit https://laposada.org for more info.
After settling in, we will gather for an extended informal Happy Hour, then enjoy dinner at the famous and beautiful Turquoise Room for southwest contemporary cuisine. https://theturquoiseroom.com
On Sunday, we will gather at the legendary landmark, Standin’ on the Corner Park, for a group photo. The park has captured the hearts and imaginations of music lovers and road-trippers alike along Route 66. Made famous by the Eagles’ hit song, it is a must-see!
You may wish to explore downtown Winslow and other Route 66 locations before heading home on your own Event Organizer: Geneva Sorum, GSorum@hotmail.com
Future Member’s Meeting - Aunt Chilada
AZPCA Monthly Membership Meeting
May 7, 2025 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Aunt Chilada’s
Come join us for our next meeting at one of the most requested venues we have, the historic Aunt Chilada’s! Expect great Mexican food and plenty of time for socializing and meeting new friends. Hope to see you there.
Jim and Carole Bultema, Organizers
Aunt Chilada’s
7330 N. Dreamy Draw Drive Phoenix, AZ 85020
Menu
Southwest Caesar Salad
Spinach con Queso Dip
Roasted Poblano Pasta Alfredo with Grilled Chicken
Machaca Enchiladas
Mexican Street Corn, Refried Beans and Rice
Coffee, iced tea and warm, house made flour and corn chips with Salsa de Olivo. Cash bar
Cost: $40 per person
Event Schedule:
5:30 – 6:15 p.m. Social hour
6:15 – 7:00 p.m. Dinner
7:00 – 7:30 p.m. Meeting
Registration is required for this event. Click the REGISTER button below to sign up and pay. The closing date to register is May 4th at midnight.
Registration is limited to 95
For more details and to Register for this event CLICK HERE
Future Porsche n’ Pancakes - Mimi’s Bistro+Cafe
GATHER AROUND OUR TABLE
Make any mealtime an event to savor, from sweet and savory Breakfast
Dishes to mouthwatering entrees, crowd pleasing to tempting desserts, Every dish is made with care, just for you and your family. Find exactly what you’re craving at your local café.
WHEN: Saturday, May 17, 2025 between 8:30am-10:00am
WHERE: 21002 N Tatum Blvd, Desert Ridge, Phoenix, AZ
MENU: Order anything you like of the menu and pay your own Bill.
ATTENDANCE: Maximum of 40 people (Sign up early)
Article - A nice chance encounter of a Porsche kind
Eine nette Zufallsbegegnung à la Porsche
(A nice chance encounter of a Porsche kind)
I received an email from Christian and Ortrun, friends from Germany, stating they’ll be in Scottsdale the weekend of January 25, 2025. They asked if I’d be available to meet for a “Porsche Drive” … Naturally, the answer was yes! We agreed on an easy drive up the Apache Trail past Canyon Lake to Tortilla Flat on Sunday January 26th.
Christian and Ortrun are from Leipzig German and are very enthusiastic Porsche drivers. They shipped both of their Porsches from Germany for their drives in the USA.
Christian and Ortrun had purchased a previously owned US-spec 1989 Porsch 911 Turbo (930) in Germany and decided to have it restored by the Porsche Classic shop in Zuffenhausen. After a lengthy review of the available colors in Porsche’s inventory, they chose paint code 39A, Amazon Green. That is the same color as my 1993 928 GTS. We agreed on our mutual admiration of the color.
From the left to right: Rich, Ortrun and Christian
Christian drove his black Porsche 911 type 997.1 Turbo.
Rook and Debbie drove their beautiful Boxster Spyder
It is prettier than the day it first left the factory in 1989
This 911 Porsch Turbo has been repainted and completely refurbished by Porche Classic “Sonderwunsch” [Special Wish] service at the Zuffenhausen Porsche factory.
What a beautiful restoration of Ortrun’s 911
Once we all kicked the tires in the parking lot we drove on toward Tortilla Flat. The Superstition Mountains loom to the east.
What a great look at Porsche’s offerings
From left to right: Rook, Christian, Ortrun, Betsy and Rich
From left to right: Christian, Rook, Ortrun, Betsy and Debbie
We all shared a day of fantastic Porsche fellowship!
Background of my chance meetings with Christian and Ortrun, beginning in 2021
Back in May of 2021 the Arizona Region Porsche Club of America hosted a nationwide Treffen. I volunteered to lead a group drive to Sedona and drove my red 1979 928. There I met Christian and Ortrun, a German couple who each drive their own Porsches (shipped from Germany) to PCA driving events.
This is Christian (lower left) and Ortrun (upper right) taking photos at Cordes Junction, Arizona.
The red car is my 1979 928 that was leading a group, Christian’s Porsche 911 GT3 RS is the blue one and Ortrun’s 911 GT3 RS is the white one. Christian stated they were taking photos of RED, White and Blue Porsches … the colors in the US Flag. Christian, Ortrun and I shared a table at lunch where I learned more of their Porsche passion.
As we entered Sedona I was treated to this rear view from my 1979 Porsche 928 of Ortrun driving her 911 GT3 RS.
We next met Christian and Ortrun at the nationwide June 2023 Porsche Club of America Parade.
Christian’s car was autographed by Porsche racing legend Walter Röhrl https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walter_Röhrl
Christian had a different 911 at this event, a nice green Porsch Exclusive built 911 Speedster
I was invited to display my Amazon Green 1993 928 GTS in the same Parade Historic group as Christian.
I met Ortrun at the display and learned that prior to seeing my GTS, she had picked Amazon Green as the color of her 1989 911 Turbo (930) that was going to the Porsche Classic restoration shop for a rebuild.
Just three months later, I heard the roar of Porsche engines at our hotel in Monterey, and found that Christian and Ortrun had picked the same hotel that we were staying at for the 2023 Rennsport Reunion VII.
Note that these are German registered cars with their German license plates, this is Ortrun’s 911 GT3 RS
This is Christians 911 Speedster. It was a featured display at the Rennsport Reunion VII.
So as not to show favoritism to my 928 family, on this trip I drove my 1987 928 S4.
Story
by Rich
Andrade
Photos Courtesy Rich Andrade
Ladies Only Drive to Fountain Hills
Article - Ladies Only Drive to Fountain Hills
This was the second drive that Debbie Younger planned for the ladies. I missed the first one but made sure to go on this drive.
We couldn’t have asked for a better day! The sun was shining and it was warm enough to put the Boxster top down. Just love riding with the top down.
On Saturday morning, 2/15, the ladies met up at Talking Stick Pavilion in Scottsdale. There were 20 beautiful Porsches with 27 attendees. As people signed in, Christina McIlvain handed out custom made t-shirts to each of us. Thank you, Christina, for the special shirts. Debbie rounded us up around 9:30 am for the drivers meeting to review all the particulars. We manned our Porsches and we were off on our ride around 10 am. Christina was the lead driver along with Debbie as her navigator (there’s another story behind this) for the first group, Geneva Sorum was the lead driver for the second group with Carole Bultema as her navigator. The sweep for group 1 was Abby Ercoline and group 2 sweep was Judith Hensel. I was very fortunate to have Susan Beer ride with me as my navigator. She was a great navigator and we didn’t miss any turns. It was fun having her with me for the drive.
Our drive took us around Thompson Peak Parkway, Rio and Tonto Verde communities and through Fountain Hills.
The best part of the drive was to Adero Canyon Trailhead in Fountain Hills. This development was something special to see.
After that, we headed to Vincino’s Italian restaurant in Scottsdale for lunch on the patio. The food was great but, the comradery was fantastic!
For a change, all I can say is it was so much fun being the driver instead of the navigator!
Story by Angela Manente Photos Courtesy AZPCA Members
The next Ladies drive is an overnighter, scheduled for 4/26-4/27, to LaPosada Hotel in Winslow, AZ.
Here is the link to register:
Here is the link to view all the photos:
For more AMAZING Hi-Res photos from this event CLICK HERE To Register for this event CLICK HERE
AZPCA Ladies Only - Fancy Hats & Cibo Fantasioso
Ladies, it’s time to don your favorite Hat or Fascinator for a fun filled Feminine Lunch!
Please join us on Thursday, April 3rd at 11:30am at Vicinos. We will be sitting outside in the beautiful covered Patio area.
You can order anything you like off the Menu and get a separate check.
Attendance limited to a maximum 40 Ladies so sign-up early.
Organizers: Jill W, Linda N & Maria G.
Vicinos Italian Restaurant
10999 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
To Register for this event CLICK HERE
AZPCA KEN STEELE ALPINE TOUR XXV
June 13 - 1 5 ,202 5
Join us this year for a great driving weekend – to cooler temperatures, fabulous roads and great conversations as we gather at Long Shadow Lodge at Tai-Wi-Wi in Alpine, Arizona!
On Friday morning our group will depart the Valley for a weekend on some of the best roads in Arizona to our destination, Lone Shadow Lodge at Tai-Wi-Wi. Saturday, you can explore on your own or join the group AZPCA drive through New Mexico, south to Clifton, Arizona and N on US 191 the old 666 Devils Highway. You start off at 3,000 feet elevation driving up to 8,000 feet. We transition from desert to Alpine views on the curviest road in Arizona, which some say has 460 turns! But you can count them for yourself. Lone Shadow Lodge at Tal Wi Wi, is under new ownership. They are making renovations as well as a good possibility of coffee and donuts in morning. Daniel informed me the restaurant will be open for dinner. As always, we will hold our annual Happy Hour on Friday night.
This event always fills up quickly! Limited to 22 vehicles (There will be a waitlist as someone may have to cancel)
Make your hotel reservations ASAP at Long Shadow Lodge at Tal-Wi-Wi , which has been reserved for our group. Call the Lodge and mention you are with the Arizona Porsche Group Tour on June 13-15. Long Shadow agreed to hold the 20 rooms for our group until May 1st.
Itinerary
Friday, June13 – Leave the valley early. Lunch in Pinetop, order off menu and pay your own bill. Evening social on the deck at the Lodge. Bring your own beverage and appetizers to share.
Saturday, June 14 – Options: Explore on your own or join the group drive, (US 180 E, Morenci, 191 to Hannagan Meadow) bring a picnic lunch.
Sunday, June 15 – Drive home on your own. Suggestion: Breakfast in Greer
Questions: Contact Mark Manente at: pastpresident@az.pca.org For more details and to Register for this event
MEGA Future Driving Adventure...Southern California
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
GETAWAY
May 12-16, 2025
Save the date! We’re heading to Southern California on a 5 -day trip to Palm Springs and Temecula, with lots of activities featuring great drives, great scenery, and lots of fun with your Porsche club friends!
This is a trip you won’t want to miss. Details coming soon!
AZPCA Ladies Only - Cooking Class and Lunch
PLEASE NOTE: This is NOT a Driving Event!!!
Wednesday, May 21, 2025 10:30 am – 1:00 pm
Classic Cooking Academy
10411 E McDowell Mountain Ranch Rd (near the Thompson Peak Intersection) Scottsdale
About the event: Join in for a four-course, casual cooking then lunch experience with your fellow PCA Ladies. The group will be divided into smaller groups so each group participates in preparing part of the menu below.
Cost: $115 Per Person includes lunch, gratuity, house wine, beer and non-alcoholic beverage. Guests welcome. Bring containers for any left-overs.
Meal Plan: Mediterranean Health-conscious Menu
• Tapenade Crostini
• Arugula, Manchego and Walnut Salad with Classic Vinaigrette
• Grilled Chicken Breast with Sun-dried Tomato and Caper Salsa
• Lemon Orzo with Asparagus
• Fruit Crostata
Pictures below are for illustration only.
AZPCA Ladies Only - Cooking Class and Lunch
About the Chef: Andrew Schmidt (Executive Chef)
Chef Andrew is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America with over 10 years of handson kitchen experience, making him the perfect candidate to lead our Porsche Club lunch. Chef Drew has an extensive background in plant-based/seasonal menus, refined and rustic cooking techniques, as well as classical French and Italian culinary training. His passion for, and education of, food history/traditional cultural recipes has opened the door for a deeper understanding and appreciation of recipes, covering not just how we cook great food, but rather why we cook it in a certain, special way. In his own words, “I aspire to share the stories and artisanal crafts that illustrate how food and drink is an eternal bond between us all.”
On Saturday, February 8, 2025, the Arizona Region of the Porsche Club of America embarked on an exhilarating driving tour known as the Maricopa and West Valley Loop. This meticulously planned 150-mile journey offered participants a blend of scenic landscapes, historical landmarks, and camaraderie among Porsche enthusiasts.
Morning Assembly at Porsche Chandler
The day commenced at 8:00 AM sharp at the Porsche Chandler dealership. Members gathered amidst a fleet of pristine Porsches, ranging from classic 911s, Caymans, and Boxsters to the latest Taycans. The atmosphere buzzed with anticipation as participants exchanged greetings and admired each other's vehicles. After a brief driver's meeting outlining the day's itinerary and safety protocols, the convoy was ready to set off.
Journey to Maricopa
Departing from Chandler, the group headed west along AZ-202 before turning south onto AZ-347 towards the city of Maricopa. This stretch of road, flanked by expansive desert vistas and distant mountain ranges, provided an ideal setting for drivers to appreciate the performance and handling of their Porsches. The early morning sun cast a golden hue over the landscape, enhancing the visual splendor of the drive.
Scenic Route to Gila Bend
Continuing west on AZ-238, the convoy made its way to Gila Bend for the first scheduled break. This quaint town, known for its rich history and unique roadside attractions, offered participants a chance to refuel both their vehicles and themselves. Local cafes served as perfect pit stops, where members could grab a coffee and share their driving experiences thus far.
Historic Gillespie Dam Bridge
One of the highlights of the tour was the drive over the Historic Gillespie Dam Bridge. Constructed in the 1920s, this steel truss bridge was once the longest of its kind in Arizona. Spanning the Gila River, the bridge stands as a testament to early 20th-century engineering and offers panoramic views of the surrounding desert. As the Porsches traversed the bridge, the juxtaposition of modern automotive engineering against the backdrop of historical infrastructure was a sight to behold.
Driving Tour Review - West Valley Drive
The next leg of the journey took the group north along Old US Hwy 80, passing by vast stretches of farmland and impressive solar power installations. The route brought an unexpected road closure but the group would be undeterred. After a short break the group took a detour that led to the Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station, the largest power producer in the United States. While access to the facility is restricted, the group paused nearby for a photo opportunity, capturing the impressive facility in the background. The juxtaposition of cutting-edge energy production and the timeless elegance of the Porsches made for a memorable snapshot.
As midday approached, appetites grew, and the convoy made its way east on I-10 to Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q. Known for its authentic Texas-style barbecue, Rudy's offered a delectable array of smoked meats and classic sides. The rustic ambiance of the establishment provided a relaxed setting for members to unwind, share stories from the drive, and deepen their connections over a hearty meal.
Reflecting on the Experience
The Maricopa and West Valley Loop was more than just a drive; it was a celebration of the Porsche community's passion for performance, history, and fellowship. Traversing diverse landscapes, from desert expanses to historical bridges, participants were reminded of Arizona's rich tapestry of natural beauty and cultural landmarks.
For many, the highlight was not just the destinations, but the journey itself the thrill of driving their Porsches on open roads, the shared enthusiasm of fellow members, and the discovery of new locales. Events like these underscore the essence of the Porsche Club of America: fostering connections among enthusiasts and creating lasting memories through shared experiences.
Story by Don Hoover
Photos Courtesy AZPCA Members
For more AMAZING Hi-Res photos from this event CLICK HERE
Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Station Photo Opportunity
Culinary Delight at Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q
AZPCA Sponsorship Program
The sponsorship programs were designed to allow our current and new advertisers and sponsors a simple way to choose a program that will include; digital on-line published newsletter and internet exposure opportunities all for one simple investment.
The sponsorship program has five tiers:
Bronze - Our Bronze level includes one small website banner on our Home and Sponsors page and a one eighth-page (3.5″x2″ business card) color or grayscale ad in the Going Places publication. Fee - $250. annually
Silver - Our Silver level includes one medium website banner on our Home and Sponsors page and a one quarter-page (3.5″x4.75″) color or grayscale ad in the Going Places publication. Fee - $600. annually
Gold - Our Gold level includes one medium website banner on our Home and Sponsors page, inclusion in the rotating banner on our homepage, a one half-page (8″x5″) color or grayscale ad in the Going Places publication and AZPCA E-Blasts. Fee - $1200. annually
Titanium - Our Titanium level includes one large website banner on the Main page and Sponsors page, inclusion in the rotating banner on our homepage, one-full page (8″x5″) color or grayscale ad in the Going Places publication and AZPCA E-Blasts. Fee - $2500. annually
Platinum - Our Platinum level includes one large website banner on the Main page and Sponsors page, inclusion in our rotating banner on our homepage, an embedded video, and one full-page (8″x10″) color or grayscale ad inside the front cover in the Going Places publication. Fee - $10,000. annually
It is the responsibility for each sponsor to develop and design their unique promotional ads. Sponsors must submit their own artwork electronically for ads in gif, pdf, jpeg or swf (for website ads) formats. New sponsorships will run yearly, and investment will be prorated for any new sponsor who commits mid-year. The acceptance and display of advertising in this publication does not constitute an endorsement of the advertiser or product by the Porsche Club of America, Arizona Region. AZPCA reserves the right to refuse to print any ad it deems inappropriate. Sponsorships must be prepaid. Staff reserves the right to change rates upon notice at any time.
Contacts:
Sponsorship Requests and Tier Details
Sponsorships and Advertising Manager, Andy Jorgensen E-mail: sponsorship@az.pca.org
Gregg & Ali Bull Going Places Editors E-mail: gpeditor@az.pca.org
Future Member’s Meeting - Martin Auto Museum
AZPCA Monthly Membership Meeting
June 4, 2025, @ 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Martin Auto Museum
Join us for our meeting at Martin Auto Museum. Created in 2005, the museum was founded by Mel Martin, who saw a need to share his collection of vehicles representing a significant period in U.S. automotive history. The museum features over 140 sparkling cars, including classics, hot rods, customs, and imports. The museum also sports one of the largest collections of auto memorabilia, antique gas pumps, and signage anywhere. After your self-guided tour, enjoy a catered meal from Sharko’s.
Martin Auto Museum
4320 W. Thunderbird Road Glendale, AZ 85306
Menu:
Food catered by Sharko’s will include
• Forest Chicken with sauteed mushrooms, onions, and cream bourbon sauce
• Rosemary Roasted Pork Lion
• Green Beans Almondine
• New Red Roasted Potatoes
• Rolls
• Garden Salad
• Cookies
Cost: $40 per person
Event Schedule:
5:00 – 5:45 pm Tour of Museum
5:45 – 6:15 pm. Social hour
6:15 – 7:00 pm Dinner
7:00 – 7:30 pm Meeting
Jim and Carole Bultema, Organizers
The closing date to register is June 1st at midnight
Registration is open for 70.
For more details and to Register for this event CLICK HERE
Saturday, June 21st, 2025 08:30 – 10:30AM
Join us for a CELEBRATION OF THE ISLAND LIFESTYLE at Tommy Bahama’s East Lanai Room in Kierland Commons in June. Dress for the casual island lifestyle or as you customarily would for a casual weekend outing, your choice. Soak up the island spirit at Tommy Bahama’s North Scottsdale's Kierland Commons location. The second-story East Lanai Room offers a spectacular airy venue, while our breakfast menu brings you fresh and delectable flavors:
Menu:
Diced Fruit Salad
Scrambled Cage Free Eggs
Pecon Smoked Bacon
Smashed Chimichurri Potatoes
Cost:
$38.50 per guest all inclusive (includes coffee, iced tea, soft drinks)
Attendees:
Maximum of 50 guests
Tommy Bahama Restaurant
Kierland Commons
15205 N Kierland Blvd Scottsdale, AZ 85254
To Register for this event CLICK HERE
Enjoy the Tommy Bahama “BORACAY BREAKFAST”
Black Mountain Coffee Shop in the Carefree Spanish Garden
Saturday, July 19th, 7:30-10:00AM
Well-known for their Delicious Breakfasts for the past 46 years and located in Carefree’s historic Spanish Village, join us in the courtyard for this exceptional Porsche & Pancakes Event!
Enjoy Locally Roasted Coffee & Freshly Brewed Tea, Homemade Cinnamon Rolls, Homemade Biscuits and Gravy, and a Full Breakfast Menu that you’ll be able to order from directly.
This year owners Don & Lisa will be treating guests to a Live Jam Session!
Event from 7:30 to 10:00 AM in the courtyard.
Maximum Number of Participants 50
Menu—ORDER OFF THE FULL MENU w/ Individual Checks
Black Mountain Coffee Shop
Historic Spanish Village in Downtown Carefree 7211 E. Ho Road, Unit 23, Carefree, AZ 85377
To Register for this event
Chef Tony, the owner of Schmooze, located in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale is opening his doors again this year and inviting AZPCA to another memorable Brunch in his wonderful “Secret Garden”
Menu:
Quiche served with petite salad, Mini Max muffin and Fruit
Beverages: American coffee
Cost:
$35/participant [includes tip & tax]
Maximum 45 Guests (you must pre-register, no walk-in’s allowed)
Schmooze Café
4222 N Marshall Way Scottsdale, AZ 85251
To Register for this event CLICK HERE
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12th Annual Porsche & Pancakes at Anthem Country Club
SATURDAY, September 20 @ 8:30 am – 11:00 am
Can you believe this is our 12th year of what has been a very successful event, we will again return to the elegant Ironwood Grill at the Anthem Country Club for another signature event [with indoor [open and outdoor seating available]!
Please save the date for this special event, and plan to join us on Saturday, September 20th. Since we will likely exceed 60 Porsches and over 100 enthusiasts, secure your spot now. Forget the red zones in front of the main entrance, this is a Porsche event, and we’ll have the cars lined up around the circular drive and let them overflow into the parking lot once again. Check-In opens at 8:30 AM, with food served at 9:00 AM! There will be no onsite registration and you must pay online in advance.
To entice those of you who missed this event last year or those that drive further, we thought you’d like to see what you missed, all for an all-inclusive $40/person (all-in, Fully Inclusive including tip):
Prepared to order with Peppers, Onions, Mushrooms, Spinach, Tomatoes, Ham, Bacon, Sausage, Cheddar, Salsa and Swiss and
Entertainment will be provided by Raymond Love’s amazing New Groove
Frank and Maria Grimmelmann (623) 551-1526
fgrimmelmann@mindspring.com
To Register for this event CLICK
Danielle’s Column - Gen AI and You, and Me
STORY BY DANIELLE BADLER
Among the long list of valuable benefits I garner for writing these missives is the ability to be on the release/announcement e-mailing list from Porsche AG. Of course, most of what I get are musings about a tiddledywinks sponsorship or underwriting a pet hotel in Stuttgart, for when you and your SO take your Boxster to the Alps, and you have no room for Rover
But, sometimes, actual interesting documents do slip into the feed. Real interesting documents. Like the one I got a few days ago, listing an evolution roadmap for the incorporation of generative AI in Porsche cars, over the next little while.
Yeah, I know, somebody goofed, big time. And will probably be reprimanded, in real time. We’re not supposed to see this stuff until it’s ready for prime time. Well, it’s time to say too bad, I say. Your humble servant is here to serve… and share what’s just around the silicon corner, in future time! Get ready because, from Porsche’s mouth to mine to yours, it’s time to dream. Here we go.
Sensory Enveloping.
You know how it is when you look out the window. You see … whatever it is you see. Be it, these days, traffic, traffic or more traffic. Especially in urban/suburban areas, where most of us live. Well, with “Sensory Enveloping,” trademark apparently pending, you can “surround” yourself and your car with the vision you’d like to have.
Here's how it will work. You’ll preset the infotainment system with, along with your audio choices, vistas you’d like to see the Pacific Coast Highway, in Big Sur. Or the Robert Moses Causeway, leading to Fire Island. Or the Million Dollar Highway, leaving Durango. Or the Going-to-the-Sun Road in Montana. Or the Tail of the Dragon. And … click on your choice of heavenly runs and … that’s what you’ll see outside your windows! As easy as that. With the actual view out the window stitched seamlessly to your vista.
Sing, Sing, Sing C’mon. We all do it. We sing along with the tunes on the audio system. Of course we do Because, unlike our favorite Karaoke bar, nobody’s listening. Nobody’s there to kibitz, to throw things at us, to tell us to sit back down.
Now, imagine if your rendition could “magically” be added to the tune that’s playing. Harmoniously. And your dulcet tones are perfectly incorporated into the tune. That’s the beauty of Sing, Sing, Sing.
Sorry, no musical instruments are allowed in the first gen. And possibly ever. Or at least until Porsche makes a minivan, which may indeed be never. It’s a space issue. How do you play your clavier when you’re behind the wheel? It’s just not safe.
I am told there will be a surcharge for use of “autotune” on your harmonies. A fee that may be a necessary expense.
Danielle’s Column - Gen AI and You, and Me
Think and Go
Where do you want to go today? Fugetaboutit! Here’s the solution. With Think and Go, you simply clip one of those clothes-pin thingies on a finger and … shazam, the car knows where you want to go, and how to get there! With all your preferences, like left lane domination, or lightlytraveled two-lanes, or lightly patrolled twisties, all programmed in. It’s just that simple.
Plus, the app will calculate time/distance/fuel consumption/rest areas/dining options … automatically! It will access your Open Table patterns, your driving tendencies, how long you can go without taking a bio break. Instantaneously. No more flashes of “are you tired, do you want to take a break?” on your dash. Oh no, it knows … all. Including when the bathrooms were last cleaned!
Virtual Driving
Ok, here’s my favorite. If you’re like me, you like to drive, just for the sake of the experience. But, as the planet fills with more and more people, as traffic builds, as sea levels rise, the world over, the joy of driving gets more and more problematic.
No more. Welcome to Virtual Driving. That’s right. Think the best driving simulator extant … and then think beyond, way beyond, to a transformative experience. Think virtual reality on steroids. With no clunky visor/headband/helmet/what do you call those things? Oh no. Just climb into your daily ride, press a button, and off you go. You’ll be able to shift, to steer, to feel the bumps, g-loads, everything that makes a seat of the pants experience what it is.
Only you won’t actually go anywhere! No fuel consumption, no electric consumption, no wear and tear, no mileage, no accidents, no jacked-up insurance premiums. Just … behind the wheel pleasure. Just the joy of driving, made possible by 0s and 1s and Porsche silicon. And I understand they’re planning a drift mode!
Does it sound like it’s time to embrace the AI-enhanced automotive future? It does to me. Watch this space for updates on timetables for rollouts. I’m sure they’ll be forthcoming, in my feed, any day now.
Who is Danielle Badler?
A New York native, Danielle Badler embarked on a writing and communications consulting career in early 2007, following more than 30 years in corporate communications, the last ten years as the chief global communications officer for three Fortune 500 companies, General Instrument Corporation, Unisys Corporation and Western Union.
Danielle now calls Denver home.
AZPCA Ladies-only Cave Creek Field Trip – Tour and Lunch
On February 13, 10 members took a field trip to Cave Creek. First stop was ROC2 (Roastery of Cave Creek) followed by a fun lunch at The Grotto Cafe.
ROC2 is a very small coffee roastery located at 7003 E. Cave Creek Rd. Roasting in the Valley since 1997, ROC2 provides Arizona residents, retailers, restaurants and resorts with some of the best fresh and local coffee.
Jared, the ROC2 operations manager, led an educational session on everything you never knew about organic coffee; like all the steps it takes so a coffee lover can have the perfect cup of coffee; from sourcing, storing, roasting, cooling, bagging and delivery.
ROC2 travels the globe in search of the finest organic coffees from the four major growing regions - Central America, South America, Africa and Indonesia with sourcing from a number of Fair Trade and Direct Trade partners
We witnessed state-of-the-art roasting, cooling, and bagging equipment in action.
On our tour, we sampled perfect Black and Tan medium roast hot coffee. ROC2 uses special techniques so not to under roast or over roast; they find the sweet spot where the nuanced flavor profiles of each coffee are revealed. We also we lucky to sample a cold brew nitro coffee. This was a first for all of us.
A few fun facts from our members:
“A lighter roast has MORE caffeine than the darker roasts. Also, there are so few specialty roasters and lucky us we have ROC2 in local Cave Creek”. Audre Kleven
“This was a fascinating tour of ROC2 followed by a delightful lunch at The Grotto. I was thoroughly educated by our guide, Jared, but I was most surprised to know how much metal and other debris is found and extracted when the beans get into the roaster. Their prices are quite reasonable for such specialty coffee. I am planning to bring other friends there when they visit us”. Jeanne Snyder
“Darker roast didn’t mean stronger coffee. Actually, it was smoother and less acidic. Light roast is more acidic” Jill Wilkerson
ROC2 is open Monday through Friday and sells coffee beans to walk-in customers. They also have an outside honor-system rack where you can pick up coffee anytime and deposit your $10 in a slot.
AZPCA Ladies-only Cave Creek Field Trip – Tour and Lunch
After the tour, we moved onto lunch at The Grotto Cafe, located at 6501 E Cave Creek Rd. The Grotto has been serving counter-service style breakfast and lunch in Cave Creek since 2011. And The Grotto features an excellent selection of locally roasted ROC2 coffees. The Grotto is named for the lush desert oasis its outside patio offers on sunny, warm days. Many of us ordered chicken salad sandwich: chopped chicken breast, red onions, green apple, dried ettuce and mayo on a very yummy cranberry walnut bread.
Jill Wilkerson: We had a perfect day learning about the coffee roasting process with great friends, both old and new. Lunch was a delicious treat!
A good time was had by all. Please be sure to visit these local Cave Creek shops next time you need specialty coffee beans or a delicious breakfast or lunch out.
Story by Rita Sprenkle
Photos Courtesy AZPCA Members
IMPORTANT AZPCA Information
AZPCA Region Event Cancelation Policies & Event Organizer Responsibilities
Event Cancellation Policy
Most of our events have attendance limits, and they fill up quickly. Also, we often have waiting lists for those wishing to attend but do not have a secured attendance spot. Increasingly, attendees sign up and simply do not show up for the event without canceling in advance. This behavior impacts the event registrar/organizer, the event facility, and those on the waiting list wanting to attend but cannot. This behavior demonstrates a lack of common courtesy, requiring it to be addressed proactively. On the first occurrence a warning will be issued, and on the second occurrence privileges to attend future events may be impacted. Also, any registration fees for paid events will be forfeited without recourse since the club is charged regardless. The cancelation policy requires cancelation of your registration on MSR for paid or unpaid events a minimum of 7 days prior to the event date, unless there are serious and extenuating emergency circumstances as assessed by the event registrar/organizer. Most importantly, please be courteous to your fellow members so that everyone has an opportunity to enjoy events.
Event Organizer Responsibilities
Event organizers are required to send out a reminder approximately 9 days in advance of any event reminding registrants of the event and summarizing their responsibilities by including the following language:
Thank you for your RSVP. Please note that whether or not there is a registration fee for this event, the restaurant is expecting a certain number of attendees we provide to them in advance and incur cost accordingly If you need to cancel please do so at least one week prior to the event date (being a no-show without notice is rude to other members who wish to attend, the restaurant and to the event organizer). Additionally, if there is a fee or prepayment associated with the event, it will be forfeited if cancelled less than 7 days before the event. Thank you!”
Additionally, event organizers are requested to send out a reminder two or three days prior to the event simply as a courtesy to remind those attending.
IMPORTANT AZPCA Information
Reimbursement & Stipend Policy for AZPCA HPDE Events:
1. Reimbursement is provided to 5 key workers / volunteers for actual round-trip fuel cost (upon providing receipts), and if applicable, $120/night stipend for lodging/ incidentals. If it is not an overnight event and/or a requirement, then spend is reduced to $40. Key workers are volunteers that are attending the event solely to work the event but not participate in the event. Examples could be: Grid worker(s), Safety inspector(s), Timing and Scoring Chair, Safety Chair, Event Chair, CDI. Excludes: Corner workers/flaggers.
2. A corner worker/flagger is offered a $100 stipend or a $175 MSR credit for a future HPDE event, by choice of the flagger.
3. Other non-critical volunteer positions are provided a lunch (lunch will either paid for individually or provided as part of event to all participants).
4. The Event Organizer is reimbursed for fuel costs related to event planning/execution and round-trip fuel cost (upon providing receipts and log).
5. Continue to offer discounted registration fees for approved AZPCA Instructors.
Policy adopted by majority vote of the Board of Directors at the June 2023 BOD meeting
McIlvain Talks Tech with Scott M - New to You - PCA
Next month there is the annual new members event (Mar 15th) at the We-Ko-Pa Casino.
I thought this month’s technical article would be about owning your first Porsche. Most Porsche cars are very different to normal everyday cars. Key placement on the left-hand side of the steering wheel, mid-engine and rear engine sports cars and lots of other Porsche details can make your first few weeks of ownership confusing and sometimes frustrating. Today we will cover the basics of Porsche ownership and get you enjoying your Porsche asap!
As the long-time owner and manager at Mcilvain Motors I get technical questions all the time. Typically, most questions can be answered in the owner’s manual for your Porsche. I look up things all the time. Whether it is how to top off your oil, programming your garage door to what to do in an emergency, it’s all in the owner’s manual. Most Porsche have separate manuals just for the radios. Here is an example of a 997 owner’s manual on how to check the oil level.
The newer Porsche takes different weight of oil depending on the year and equipment, the manual will tell you exactly what oil or let you know where to look for the oil type sticker that is usually in or near the engine compartment. If your Porsche didn’t come with a manual, you can order them from the dealer, online or even on eBay for the older Porsche’s. If you can’t find the information you are looking for online or in the manual don’t hessite to email me and I will do my best to help out.
Typically, when I or a customer purchases a used Porsche, we change the oil/filter and flush the brake fluid so we know it was done correctly. You never know what the previous owner did and having the wrong type of oil can cause problems. Visual inspection is always a good idea for a new car to make sure there are no issues. If you hear, smell or feel something is not right with your Porsche don’t wait for the problem to get worse, get it checked out.
You might have the urge to let the Porsche idle when you first start it to warm up the car. Letting it idle when cold can cause a lot of issues. You want to start the Porsche and get moving while keeping the rpms under 3,000 until the Porsche is warmed up. You also want to use a top tier gas station and ALWAYS fill up with 91 octane, anything less than 91 will severely affect performance and could damage the engine.
Battery voltage is very important on the newer Porsche. If you are going to let the car sit for more than a week or two you should use a battery maintainer. This will keep your battery in good condition.
McIlvain Talks Tech with Scott M - New to You - PCA
What happens when there is a problem with your Porsche. Say your check engine light is on but not flashing. This could mean there is a problem with the emissions system, and it might be ok to continue to drive. The first thing I would check is your gas cap, that is the number one cause of check engine lights we see. If the light is flashing that means, there is a serious issue, and you should safely stop the car. Checking tire pressure and condition will also help keep tire problems to a minimum.
If you have any different questions, feel free to email me or talk to me at the new members meeting on Saturday March 15th at We-Ko-Pa
Who is Scott McIlvain
The current Mcilvain Motors was founded by Scott Mcilvain, great grandson of E.H “Mac” Mcilvain. Scott was hooked on the family business and performance cars at a very early age. He left Prescott and attended Arizona State University where he earned a degree in business. It was while Scott was an account manager at a top 25 marketing agency that he fell in love with his first PORSCHE, a 1979 930. Fast forward to today and Scott now runs Mcilvain Motors, located in Tempe, Arizona and one of the leading independent and affordable late model PORSCHE service specialists.
The Stuttgart Market Letter
Written by David K. Whitlock
January 2025 kicked off the year with steady, if slightly subdued, results in the Porsche auction market. The 69% sell-through rate across 561 cars brought in a total of $41,125,442, a dip from last January’s $44,026,566 off of 592 units. While the market’s cooling trend continued at the top end, there were still standout moments, including two 928s cresting the $100,000 mark, a rare feat for the transaxle model. Meanwhile, the GT2 RS market showed surprising strength, with multiple sales exceeding recent averages and reinforcing its position as one of the most sought-after modern Porsche models. That dollar volume, however, could have been significantly higher had a certain comedian’s race car found a buyer. Instead, it joined the growing list of highprofile no-sales, a sign that while enthusiasm remains, bidders are getting more selective at the upper tiers.
The 928 market saw one of its strongest months in recent memory, with a 67% sell-through rate across 15 sales totaling $380,713. While the model line has historically lagged behind its air-cooled counterparts, two standout results showed that collectors are willing to pay for rarity and presentation. The star of the month was a 1980 928S 5-Speed finished in Lindgrünmetallic over Brown leather with Pasha velour inserts. With 82,000 miles, this example shattered expectations by selling for $142,069, well above the model’s twelve-month average of $34,000 and recent comps in the $40,000 range. The rare color combination appears to have driven the premium, a trend worth watching in the transaxle segment. Also noteworthy was a 1979 928 5-Speed in Silver Metallic over Cork leatherette with Pasha inserts, which had previously been bid to $68,000 as a no-sale in November. This time, it found a buyer at $100,000, despite the twelve-month average sitting at just $27,500 and its nearest mileage comp selling for $45,100. These results reinforce that when it comes to 928s, spec and presentation matter more than ever.
The 991.2 GT2 RS market had a breakout month, further cementing its place as one of the most desirable modern Porsches. Although only three examples crossed the block, two of them delivered staggering results, far surpassing the model’s late-2024 average of $386,000. Leading the charge was a 2018 GT2 RS finished in Miami Blue over Black, equipped with the Weissach Package and showing just 103 miles. It sold for $594,000 at Mecum’s Kissimmee sale, setting a new high-water mark for a non-Clubsport example. Not to be outdone, another 2018 GT2 RS in Red over Black, also with the Weissach Package and 172 miles, hammered at $605,000 at Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale. With results like these, it’s clear that low-mileage, highly optioned examples remain in high demand, pushing values well beyond recent norms.
For 911s Reimagined by Singer, January told a different story. Historically, 4.0-liter Ed Pink-powered examples have commanded $1M-plus, while earlier 3.8-liter builds have remained sub-$1M. This month, however, two high-spec 4.0-liter examples sold below expectations. The 1991 "Step On It" commission, finished in Blue over Montecello square-weave leather, with just 68 miles, hammered at $966,000 strong, but short of the milliondollar mark. Likewise, a 1989 commission, finished in Green Blood Dark over Baseball Glove Connolly Monza leather, sold for $935,000. More Singer builds are currently available at auction and privately than ever before, giving buyers greater selection and reducing the urgency to bid aggressively. While 4.0-liter builds still command a premium, the automatic $1M floor may no longer be guaranteed, with buyers scrutinizing specs, mileage, and individual commission details more carefully.
The top end of the market struggled, with only two out of eight million-dollar-plus expected cars selling both 959s. The biggest no-sale was the 1969 Porsche 917K, formerly owned by Steve McQueen and used as the hero car in Le Mans. Recently part of the Jerry Seinfeld collection, this historic machine reached a final bid of $25,000,000 but failed to sell, a surprising result for such a significant race car. A familiar face was the 1959 Porsche 718 RSK center-seat Spyder, which failed to sell for an astounding seventh time in a row, this time
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stalling at $2,500,000. Bidders appear to have lost patience with this one. Other notable no-sales included a 1992 Schuppan-Porsche 962CR ($1.5M), a 1966 910 ($1.3M), a 1976 934 ($1.2M), and the infamous CocaCola 935/84 ($1.1M). These results make one thing clear while rarity remains important, it is no longer enough to guarantee a result at the highest levels.
January’s numbers suggest that the Porsche market remains active but selective, particularly at the top. Buyers are paying up for the right cars, as seen with GT2 RS and 928 results, but they are also picking their battles as evidenced by the Singer softening and high-profile no-sales. With more Singer builds available than ever before, increased supply may continue to shape that segment in the months ahead. Looking forward, February brings the Paris Retromobile sales, traditionally a strong venue for European and competition-focused Porsches, while March will bring major auctions in Miami and Amelia Island both key indicators of where the market is heading. If January was any indication, sellers with high expectations may need to adjust their reserves as we move deeper into 2025.
David K. Whitlock
is a writer for The Stuttgart Market Letter, A daily market update for Porschephiles, by Porschefiles, delivered to your inbox. www.stuttgartmarketletter.com
https://www.pcawebstore.org/regions/AZ
Click on the link above to be directed to our ARIZONA page on the National website. Login at the upper right, then feel free to explore our page as well as the many National PCA Goodie Store items. When you are ready to check out, you’ll have several shipping options available to choose from, and everything is shipped directly to the address you provide.
**Name badges are still sourced locally**
Go to https://az.pca.org/merchandise/more-merch/badge-order-form/ to order your Badge
THIS MONTH’S SPECIALS
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Contact Jennifer Harrenstein, AZ Region Merchandise Chair notethepossibility@gmail.com
PCA 60th Anniversary Shirt
Genuine AZPCA Thermal Cups
7 Ways to Engage
By Jan Mackulak, Social Media Chair
Email: socialmedia@az.pca.org
FACEBOOK www.facebook.com/azpca
INSTAGRAM www.instagram.com/azpca/
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YOUTUBE www.youtube.com/@azpca
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THREADS www.threads.net/@azpca
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PLEASE NOTE: IF YOU ATTEND AN OFFICIAL AZPCA EVENT AND YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE YOUR PHOTOS OR VIDEOS ON SOCIAL MEDIA PLEASE SEND YOUR CONTENT TO THE FOLLOWING: SOCIALMEDIA@AZ.PCA.ORG
PLEASE WELCOME
New Members
Joshua Akins
Litchfield Park, Arizona 2002 911 Carrera
Chad Barth
Carefree, Arizona 2023 911 GT3
Jeremy Brochhagen Chandler, Arizona 2018 911 Turbo
Dana Butters Mesa, Arizona
Jeffery Butters Mesa, Arizona 2020 911 Carrera 4S
Lee Buxton Scottsdale, Arizona
Matt Cambier Peoria, Arizona
Daniel Corbett Scottsdale, Arizona
John Crocker Scottsdale, Arizona
Charles Demore Phoenix, Arizona 2010 911 Carrera
Charles Demore III Phoenix, Arizona
Kubari Eady
Phoenix, Arizona 2020 911 Carrera 4S
Ira Ehrlich
Goodyear, Arizona 2018 911 Carrera GTS
Jonathan Enchinton Phoenix, Arizona 2021 911 Carrera S
Dominique Ferguson Fountain Hills, Arizona 2018 Cayenne
Paul French Chandler, Arizona 2022 911 GT3
Jadi Gray
Fountain Hills, Arizona 2024 911 Carrera 4S Cabriolet
Douglas Greene
Anthem, Arizona 2021 911 Carrera
Jennifer Kamenca Scottsdale, Arizona
Brian Kilcrease Scottsdale, Arizona 2016 911 Carrera S
Ann Li Mesa, Arizona
Haim Lichaa
Chandler, Arizona 2024 718 Cayman GT4 RS
Ilana Lichaa Chandler, Arizona
Heather Maddox Chandler, Arizona
Kurt Maddox
Chandler, Arizona 2008 Cayman S
Jackie Maki Scottsdale, Arizona
Michael Mendelsohn Scottsdale, Arizona
Dave Murphy
Queen Creek, Arizona 2019 911 GT3 RS
Robbie Rodriguez Mesa, Arizona 1986 911 Carrera Cabriolet
Rebecca Rolfe Phoenix, Arizona 2018 Panamera 4S
Jami Salamone Phoenix, Arizona
Chris Sanford
Sahuarita, Arizona 2016 Cayman GTS
Mark Baker Membership Chair
Transfers In
Gregory Bryant Scottsdale, Arizona FROM Oregon 2025 911 Carrera Cabriolet
Steve Kallan Peoria, Arizona FROM Golden Gate 1986 911 Carrera
Robert Ricken Chandler, Arizona FROM Chicago 2014 911 Carrera
HAPPY PCA ANNIVERSARY !
These members are observing their PCA Membership Anniversary this month!! Members Anniversary Report
48 Years
Robert & Joan Kilburn
Robert & Connie Waldrop
44 Years
Craig Binder & Roxane Rudick
42 Years
J & E Summa
38 Years
Charles & Lois Folk
34 Years
David Derr & Sybil Solis-Derr
30 Years
Jonathan & Kristin Luse
Aaron Heimke & Flora Tromelin
Billy & Diane Morgan
29 Years
Mark & Marybeth Howard
28 Years
Anthony & David Shaneen
25 Years
James & Jill Santa
Brian & Matthew Porcelli
24 Years
Gregory & Deirdre Furseth
23 Years
Patrick Bryson & Gail Brinkmann
Bob & Ann Bandera
22 Years
Robert & Louise Mcilravy
Craig Reeder
Charles & Denise Brasile
James Roberts
Brad & Brady Waite
21 Years
Richard Sourbrine
Thomas & Cynthia Knudsen
20 Years
Brian & Orfelinda Kelly
Safder & Aisha Rabbani
18 Years
Kurt & Alice Meyer
17 Years
William & Catherine Franklin
15 Years
Denver & Patricia Pittman
Kim & Ellen Kemper
14 Years
John & Elaine Bergquist
Francisco & Jacqueline Mendes
Tom Crowe
12 Years
Jeffrey & Susan Bruner
Greg & Julie Paul
Rees Candee
11 Years
Jonathan & Morgan Betancourt
Douglas Bauer
10 Years
Eric Archer
Mark & Robin Snyder
Collin Thomas & Tena Garruba
Carl & Annette Petersen
James Schafer
Norbert & Jeannie O'Donnell
Mike Swift
9 Years
Jeff Flaherty & Kelly Parker
Eric Schmidt
Robert Voit
8 Years
Edward Haberer
Julie & Rick Mukherjee
Robert Guerena & Preston Pruett
Robert Saxen & Karman Rivera
Garry & Sandy Jennings
7 Years
Troy & Cindy Browning
Steve Van Sickle
Robert Longo
Joseph Rallo
John & Cindy Gorman
Gary & Anne Vlk
Zack Dees
Tom Kovar
Mel & Dorothy Jackson
John Priddy
5 Years
Steve Hull
Buddy Goldman
Ben Darche
Bobby & Kelli Garcia
John & Valorie Russell
Todd Christopherson
Eric Jensen
4 Years
James & Sandra Devenport
Raj Chandrasekaran
Guy Reed
Rusty & Wendy Bascom
Dennis & Sharon Cardoza
Joel McNair
Mike Martinez
Dan Kravets
Scott Needham
Timothy Genrich & Marty Skolnick
Stephen & Nicholas Espinosa
Mark & Barbara Davies
Anil & Amy Vemulapalli
Allen Finn
Dick McGregor
Steve Solomon
3 Years
Ian Martin
Erkan & Yessenia Gungor
J. Paul Rubin
Jeffrey & Denise Goldin
Chuck & Tarin Morris
Lisa & Brian Wong
Scott Keene
Thomas & Leah Jochim
Kara Johnson
Brenda Solomon & Dawn Earlywine
Jeremy Winkelman
Stanley & Karen Farrell
Michael Rotier
Steve Shain & Carol Hawk
Jon & Josh Vesely
Jeff & Pamela Leas
Timothy Karaniuk
Randy Copleman & Pete Schweitzer
Bret Voelkel
Jason Roth
Daniel Zollo
Michael Berner
Jason Bucki
Jeffry Korte
Gregory & Ana Wright
Chris Von Vegesack
Sharon Urias
Amin Alishahi
Chrissy Meyers
Jeremy Smith
Robert & Michael Press
Jonathan Bakke
Michael Onkst & Chas Sinquefield
1 Years
Alan Bleiweiss
Steven Ren
James & Gabriele Banaszak
Lynn Swanson & Ken Bayer
Steve German
Ryan Marselis
Michael Leonard
Michael Bennett
Ettore Balletto & Wendy Ann Saint
Rick & Karen Althouse
19 Years
Clayton & Tara Cavell
Edgar Unrein
Robert Bruce
Michael & Jean Rust
Joni & Michael DiMino
6 Years
Sidney Baysinger & Leslie Forsgren
Nathan Cardon
2 Years
James & Shana Rogers
Shannon & Matthew Downs
John Foster
James Harris
Roger Maas
Samuel & Rebecca Eden
Jim Ragborg & Pam Leeds-Ragborg
EXECUTIVE APPOINTMENTS
AUTOCROSS
Rick Althouse
Kim Kemper autocross@az.pca.org
CHIEF CONCOURS JUDGE
Andy Cole concours@az.pca.org
CONCOURS CO-CHAIR
Kellie Bouet concours@az.pca.org
CHIEF DRIVING INSTRUCTOR
John Dowling CDI@az.pca.org
COMPETITION/ DRIVER EDUCATION
Dan Bouet drivereducation@az.pca.org
DRIVING TOUR CHAIR
Rook Younger drivingtours@az.pca.org
DRIVING TOUR ASSISTANT
Jim Bultema drivingtours@az.pca.org
EQUIPMENT CHAIR
Travis Sutton
EVENT REGISTRAR
Bill Stubbs
EVENT REGISTRAR ASSISTANT
Rook Younger drivingtours@az.pca.org
GOODIE STORE
Jennifer Harrenstein notethepossibility@gmail.com
HISTORIAN
Loretta Aman jlaman914@cox.net
MEMBERSHIP
Mark Baker membership@az.pca.org
MEMBERSHIP MEETING CHAIR
Jim and Carole Bultema monthlymeetings@az.pca.org
MEMEBERSHIP MEETING ASSISTANT
Andy Jorgensen monthlymeetings@az.pca.org
NAME BADGES
Jennifer Harrenstein notethepossibility@gmail.com
NEWSLETTER EDITORS
Gregg & Ali Bull gpeditor@az.pca.org
NEWSLETTER ASSISTANT EDITOR
Angela Manente gpeditor@az.pca.org
PANORAMA LIAISON
Larry Grimes panorama@az.pca.org
PORSCHES & PANCAKES CO-CHAIR
Dennis Rood dmrood1@comcast.net
PORSCHES & PANCAKES CO-CHAIR
Frank Grimmelmann fgrimmelmann@ mindspring.com
SAFETY CHAIR
David Derr safety@az.pca.org
SAFETY CHAIR ASSISTANT Ealing Jahn
SOCIAL COMMITTEE CHAIR Open Position socialchair@az.pca.org
SOCIAL COMMITTEE ASSISTANT Open Position socialchair@az.pca.org
SOCIAL MEDIA
Jan Mackulak socialmedia@az.pca.org
SOCIAL MEDIA ASSISTANT Open Position socialmedia@az.pca.org
Lori DeCristo California Inland Region zonerep@zone8.org
TIME TRIAL & DE Russell Shon de.tt@zone8.org
WEBMASTER
Tom Brown webmaster@zone8.org
RULES COORDINATOR Tom Brown rules@zone8.org
SECRETARY
Monica Asbury secretary@zone8.org
REGIONS REPRESEN TED
A RIZONA az.pca.org
A Z MOUNTAIN azm.pca.org
CAL. CENTRAL www.ccc.pca.org
CAL. INLAND www.pca.org/cai
GOLDEN EMPIRE www.gem.pca.org
GRAND PRIX www.GrandPrixRegion.com
LAS VEGAS www.lvrpca.com
LOS ANGELES www.pcalosangeles.org
ORANGE COAST www.pcaocr.com
P ALM SPRINGS https://www.palmsprings-pca.org
RIVERSIDE www.riversidepca.org
SAN DIEGO www.pcasdr.net
SAN GABRIEL VALLEY www.sgb.pca.org
SANTA BARBARA www.pcasb.org
SO. ARIZONA www.saz.pca.org
VINEYARD
https://pcavineyardregion.com
Drive your Porsche on a Racetrack with AZPCA!
Expand your car control skills and explore the capabilities of your Porsche on a racetrack in a safe, controlled environment with no speed limits! AZPCA’s HPDE & TT program (that’s short for High Performance Driver Education and Time Trials) is all about experiencing your Porsche on a road circuit. AZPCA provides personal driving instructors for new participants to guide them through the day. Our instructors will navigate you along the road circuit, teach you the fundamentals of driving at track speeds, but also keep you in a comfort zone so you have a good time. There are flaggers on track, just like at a real racing event. The club also arranges an ambulance and tow truck on site for emergencies.
For the HPDE events, four groups of approximately 10-25 drivers are formed based on experience level- Beginner, Intermediate, Experienced, Advanced. Grouping allows everyone attending to have a good time. Beginners don’t have to stress about having little/no experience- chances are, there are several other drivers in the same group just starting out.
Based on instructor evaluation, you are advanced to the next group up when appropriate. Sometimes this is after one day, or sometimes it takes a several events. Higher run groups typically means more speed but with a better, practiced skill set to control the speed safely. This keeps track days exciting for you as you advance your skill set.
While this is definitely NOT racing, there is a natural tendency to evaluate yourself to other drivers in your group, but HPDE is not structured to award “fast” times. To satisfy the competitive nature in you, we offer an optional “Time Trials” sessions where those specific TT sessions are timed and you compete against others in your class. Lap times are broadcast live so you can see in real time how you stack up against your competitors. Time trials are structured so that you get three clean laps, meaning, you will be by yourself on track without dealing with other cars in your way.
How is a typical HPDE day structured?
A track day starts around 6:30 -7:00 am. You’ll check-in and get your car safety inspected on-site first. A drivers meeting kicks off around 7:45 am, with the first car on track around 8:30 am. A forty minute lunch break splits the day and the event is usually over around 4:00 pm. You can expect five 20-minute sessions (100 mins total) of track time each day, although some events are structured with four 25-minute sessions. Time trial sessions are optional to add-in during your registration, and that consists of two additional timed sessions (one morning, one afternoon) consisting of three hot laps.
The beginner group will also have classroom discussion after their sessions to discuss car-control and vehicle dynamics and what they experienced.
The club either provides lunch or there is an option to purchase one on site. Since there is down time in-between your driving sessions and classroom discussion, there is lots of opportunity for comradery with other club members and opportunity to socialize and check out other cars attending.
What do you need to bring?
Your vehicle (preferably a Porsche) in good maintenance. (Some club members bring their other cars btw – we won’t shame you if you do that)
We provide a required checklist of things to inspect on your car before coming to a track day. If you aren’t mechanically inclined (or don’t care to do this yourself), you can take the checklist to a mechanic of your choice to do the inspection for you. We have a few places we can recommend if you don’t have a preferred mechanic. Main points of interest are good tires, brakes, brake fluid, no leaking fluids, no abnormal driving characteristics of the vehicle. We conduct a final brief safety inspection on your vehicle the morning of the event.
Helmets are typically available to rent when you register for the event– you can try the sport before you commit to purchasing a helmet.
There are additional items you can bring to make the day more comfortable or exciting – chairs, cameras, etc. There are lots of online video you can watch telling you to bring this or that. While that can be somewhat helpful down the road, keeping it basic is usually best. If you forget something, chances are there is someone there that will let you borrow/have theirs.
Lastly and most important: don’t forget to bring a desire to have a good time and willingness to learn!
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ARIZONA REGION AUTOCROSS EVENT #5
o you know what Punxsutawney Phil’s predicted on February 2, 2025, when he popped out of his hole in the ground, and he saw his shadow? He predicted that the next Arizona Region Autocross Event will be dry and a tad nippy most of the day, and there will be three more autocross events with Arizona Region weather to the end of the 2024-2025 autocross season
I bet you are wondering what the little furry rodent has to do with anything. Ground Hog Day, in German is called “Grundsaudaag”, brings a unique wintertime tradition, but the roots of this strange celebration can actually be traced back to German settlers many centuries ago. The German settlers built their communities in around Gobbler’s Knob, Pennsylvania. The Germans added their own touch to this celebration; in Germany, is believed that if the sun came out on Candlemas Day and an animal (usually a hedgehog) would cast a shadow, there would be a six week more weeks of cold weather, called a second winter. In Arizona Regionland, it’s called a pre-spring.
On Saturday, February 15, 2025, the Arizona Region held the fifth autocross event of the season at the Arizona Motorsports Park (AMP) in Litchfield Park and forty-four drivers (26 PCA members) took to the challenging course with a counterclockwise loop with a showcase sweeper section Each driver drove three-lap runs in both the morning and afternoon sessions.
There were seventeen Group “P” (Porsche Cars) and nine PCA members competed in a Group “X” (non-Porsche) car. One notable Group “X” driver was Mathias A., with a 52.199 second run that he drove on this second lap driving his basically certified Grocery Getter equipped with an unoccupied Child Safety Seat that was placed in the appropriate seating position, out drove every driver, including the Group “P” drivers, in the first group of the morning session Mathias’ time caught the attention of every driver and that did not settle very well with everyone by being outdriven by a grocery getter with a child safety seat.
However, that really motivated three Group “P” drivers in the second run group of the morning session to not let a grocery getter better their times. James H., driving a 2015 Cayman GTS, on his first two laps were far from being close, but on his third and last lap of the morning session, James was able to pull out a run and best Mathais by .008 second with a 52.191 second run.
Then Eric S., driving his 2006 997 Outlaw, wasn’t going to stand being beaten by a grocery getter and was also behind by a few tenths on his first and second laps, but was able to best both Mathais and James’s times with a 52.087 second run on his third lap.
Everybody was wondering if the Grocery Getter was going to be faster than the GT3 RS driven by Kim K. Kim takes to the course and his first lap was not even close, but his second lap run was enough to best the grocery getter with a 52.117 second run, but as Kim came across the line to begin his third lap, he still didn’t know that he bagged (ooh, that is kind of a pun) the grocery getter. Kim’s third lap run was 51.380 seconds which ended up being the fastest Group “P” time of the day. Could you tell that there was a lot of motivation among these three drivers.
In the afternoon session, Ealing J, driving his 2012 Porsche Carrera “S”, he is also going to be your 2025-2026 Autocross Season Autocross Chair, had a lot to say about Mathias’ time. Ealing was able to answer to the call on his second afternoon session lap with 51.899 seconds to best Mathias’ time, but Ealing wasn’t finished yet because he wanted to go after Kim’s best lap run for the “Top Time of the Day”. Although Ealing was in the same 51 second bracket with Kim’s best run but came up a little short with 51.852 seconds on his last lap. This run put Ealing as the second fastest Group “P” car for the event.
There was some scuttlebutt amongst the paddock during the lunch break about maybe creating a new group that would be designated as Group “G” cars for grocery getters with the Child Safety Seat being an optional equipment. That would be a subject for Ealing, the new Region Autocross Chair, to consider for the next season.
First Timer and new member of barely a month, Doulas G., driving his 2021 Carrera, enjoyed his first autocross event under the tutelage of Rick A. Douglas’ first lap in the morning session would be the beginning point as every first timer autocross driver experiences. Douglas improved his time on every subsequent lap in the morning session. His second lap was 5 seconds faster and his third morning lap was almost three seconds faster than his second lap.
The first lap in the afternoon session, well, let’s say was a learning lap however, his second afternoon lap was a tremendous improvement and he gained 10 seconds from his best morning lap time. On his third and final lap of the day he saw almost a second improvement. Overall, Douglas made an improvement of seventeen seconds from his first morning lap run to his last afternoon lap run. Good going Douglas. Hopefully, he was bitten by the autocross bug, and we’ll see him at the next event.
As most of you are aware, there will be three more autocross events for this season. Also, the last event may be the last and final Arizona Region autocross event to be held at AMP because the property is “For Sale” with a possible party interested in acquiring the property for a future commercial business operation.
The three remaining events are March 8, April 5, and April 26. This information and how to register can be found on the Region’s Event Calendar and Motorsport Reg
If you have any questions, please regarding driving, the “Taste of Autocross Program, or being a volunteer, please contact the Autocross Chairs, Kim K. & Rick A., at autocross@az.pca.org
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