Stephanie Reuer
Steve Buss
Greg Hartke
Rich Ehrlich
Rob Carter
James B Beavan III
Mark Miller
Photo Contributions
Bogdan Chitimus
Ken Wilmers
Jim McKee
Jim Orrell
Ryan Boxler
Steve Wood
Marsha Buss
James B Beavan III
Rob Carter
Scott Johnson
Editor
Bogdan Chitimus
Cover Photo by Samantha White
Photo by Jim McKee
Beautiful GT2 RS in Lucerne Switzerland by Steve Buss
Bogdan Chitimus
Editor, Porsche Patter
You will wonder: what is this?
Well this is how the PDK transmission looks like without the oil pan. You can see in there all the hydraulic actuators that shift the gears and actuate the clutches. The car: Jessie’s 992 during the PDK oil change. Quite an easy and straightforward job. The hardest part is to remove the rear underbody panel that is secured with probably 20-25 screws and nuts.
Looking forward for the Porsche Parade starting at the end of this week. Should be a lot of fun. Hopefully the weather will be good.
All the best, Bogdan.
Personal
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CLUB
LEADERSHIP
S
PRESIDENT Steve Buss president@pcachs.org
SECRETARY Ken Wilmers secretary@pcachs.org
Executive VP
Steve Wood executivevicepresident@pcachs.org
Autocross
Greg Hartke / Michael autocross@pcachs.orgRicketts
Historian
Bob Rassa historian@pcachs.org
Driving Instructor
Ellen Beck instructor@pcachs.org
Community Service
Grace Carter communityservice@pcachs.org
Concours
Joel Elmer, Phil Andrews
Dan Zadra
concours@pcachs.org
Chesapeake Chlng
Kristen Allen chesapeakechallenge@pcachs.org
Insurance
Wayne Nelms insurance@pcachs.org
Membership
Mark Miller /Rob Payne
Rob Rohrbach
membership@pcachs.org
Registrar
Marsha Buss registrar@pcachs.org
Newsletter Editor
Bogdan Chitimus editor@pcachs.org
PCA License
Laurie & Bruce Tarsia pcalicenseplates@pcachs.org
PCA Zone 2 Rep
George Michaels zonerep@pcachs.org
Photography
Jim McKee / Ryan B oxler
Jim Orrell
photography@pcachs.org
VICE PRESIDENT
Rob Carter vicepresident@pcachs.org
TREASURER Jessie Sanchez treasurer@pcachs.org
Publicity
James Beavan III publicity@pcachs.org
Safety
John Jensen safety@pcachs.org
Social
Stephanie Reuer and Randy Bruscup social@pcachs.org
Sunshine
Doug Ehmann sunshine@pcachs.org
Webmaster
Mark Richburg webmaster@pcachs.org
Tour & Rally
Rich Ehrlich
Andy Powell
tour@pcachs.org
Tech
Jim Earlbeck / Randall Richter
Rick Hawver tech@pcachs.org
PRESIDENT’S
MESSAGE
Greetings from the Rhine River.
We are just about halfway through this exciting year and our membership growth is flourishing. The influx of new members brings additional enthusiasm and new, exciting ideas. I’m proud to see them engage with long time volunteers to make these events successful. New member involvement is driving new events and activities and our committee chairs have been instrumental in creating new and additional experiences. For example, our very successful tours program has been regularly selling out and our Tours Chair added the Weekday Wanderers tours. Thank you Rich.
I thank all of you for a job well done and please know there are still plenty of opportunities for those of you who want to become more involved.
We held our 3rd Board Meeting of the year on May 13. The Board of Directors continues to be strong, with incredibly committed members working in the best interest of the club. I am continually impressed with each board members' commitment. Thank you all. We are always looking for new board members to help us grow and improve.
Welcome to Grace Carter, Community Service Chair and Joel Elmer, Concours Co-Chair.
Thank you to Paul Koenigsmark, who stepped down recently, for his contributions to our Concours events.
Save the date….. October 3rd is our 57th annual Chesapeake Challenge. Thank you Kristen Allen for leading this event again this year. As always, we will be looking for volunteers to help out throughout the day.
As always, I encourage your participation, ideas and feedback at president@pcachs.org.
Please check the website where all upcoming events will always be posted.
Lastly, I also encourage you to send articles and pictures for the Patter to editor@pcachs.org.
Thanks to all of you for making the Chesapeake region so much fun!
It’s the cars that bring us together, but it is the people that make it special.
Let’s be careful out there.
Best, Steve
Photos:
Heidelberg Castle
Greetings from high atop the Rhine River
Lake Lucerne
President Chesapeake Region,
Steve Buss
UPCOMING
EVENTS
Jessie and Rich changing the oil on the 996 Turbo
PROST!
Anniversaries
25 Years
Jeffrey & Tobias Spokes
20 Years
Kulsoom Ahmed Kagzi
John Appling
Michael & Eva Guterres
Ayaz Kagzi
Stephen & Cheryl Wilhide
Cheryl Wilhide
15 Years
Sunir Ghosal
Jeff & Don McClure
Eugene & Sharon O'Dunne
Stephen Von Gunden & Kirsten Sandhofer
Robert & Coleen Schrepfer
David & Karen Trostle
10 Years
David & Elsse Finch
Shane Healey
Peng Jia
Donald Lundblad
Forrest Petersen
Tom Seip
5 Years
Stephen Bisbee
Suzanne Canavan
Sue Chambers
Richard Grabowski
Patricia Lyddane
Lance Miller
Michael Myronuk
Nelson Ruiz
Kevin Yang & Katelyn Niu
*** Please excuse us for any inconsistencies in reports as PCA HQ continues to improve the system. See CHS PCA website for full Membership Committee Report or contact Mark Miller, Membership Chair, for any assistance. ***
by: Rob Payne
1 Year
Delia Chitimus
Louis Halikman
Theavy Huy
Kristin Karim
Neal Koller
Ronald Langlotz
Thomas Neff
Parth Patel
Christopher Sachse
Brennan Seay
Saul Slowik
Marcus Startzel
Eric Steinhoff
Trent Stockton
Scott Waldmann
David & Amy Walker
It’s not just the cars, it’s the people.
by: Rob Payne
STORY
by Bogdan Chitimus
Porsche Silver Spring New Members Party
Welcome to our new members and thank you to Porsche Silver Spring for hosting this event.
STORY
65th Anniversary Chesapeake Region Watch
We are pleased to announce that after months of work by Chesapeake members Rich Bauer and myself, we have created the ultimate tribute to our 65th anniversary; a Chesapeake watch created in conjunction with Maryland’s own watch maker, Tsao Watch. Alan Tsao has created a line of watches that truly are incredible timepieces and pay tribute to many of our local hallmarks:
Baltimore Orioles, University of Maryland Athletics, Old Bay, and of course, their Torsk Diver Watch. It pays tribute to the WW2 era submarine docked in the Inner Harbor of Baltimore. I personally own two of his watches and one of his first gen Torsk models. You can learn more about the history of the brand here:
https://tsaobaltimore.com/pages/our-story
With all that in mind, we present to you the Porsche Club of America Chesapeake Region limited edition 65th anniversary GMT Automatic watch. It will be limited to 50 copies and once all of them are sold, that is it. Here is more info on it:
The PCA Chesapeake GMT is a celebration of craftsmanship, performance, and community — a timepiece born from the partnership between Baltimore Watch Company and the Porsche Club of America, Chesapeake Region.
Limited to only 50 pieces, this 39mm stainless steel GMT embodies the precision and spirit of Porsche engineering. Powered by the Miyota 9075 Automatic GMT movement, it offers true traveler functionality with independent local hour adjustment — perfect for those always on the move.
by Mark Miller
The dial, paint-matched enamel to Porsche’s signature Club Blau, features Speed Yellow accents and Carrera White indices, evoking the dynamic colors of Porsche’s racing legacy. Protected by a domed sapphire crystal and framed by a domed sapphire dive bezel, the design balances clarity with strength. With 200 meters of water resistance, a closed engraved caseback, and a robust stainless steel bracelet (come with one of two optional bracelets), this watch is built for both the road and beyond.
Preorders are live now and shipping will happen in spring of 2026. Here is a link to the watch, more info on it, and where you can pre-order it:
I am truly excited to bring our members this one in a lifetime opportunity
Mark Miller
former Vice President PCACHS / membership chair
PCA 70th Event:
Car Stories
Manny Alban Biographic Notes
I joined the PCA in 1989 with my girlfriend, Roxanne. She was 20 and I was 23. We would marry three years later and have three children and four grandchildren.
PCA has been a part of lives since that day we joined. My best memories are becoming National President in 2011 and serving the position for four years. We also have fond memories of bring our children to over 15 Porsche Parades.
My 1973 914 won the inaugural overall Preservation award at the 1996 Porsche Parade.
In 1998, I would win my first Club Race at the Second Creek Raceway in Colorado.
A few years later, I would drive at the Daytona International Raceway at Rennsport Reunion II. This would be the beginning of driving over 29 different track and participating in over 500 track days.
While I’ve retired from racing, I still get to drive on the track because of my career change. I became the Technical Director for the Porsche Club which is a fulltime job that I love very much. I get to interact with members on a daily basis as well as drive both new and vintage Porsches.
The 914 we brought is one of four Porsches we currently own. It is completely original. This includes paint, interior, rubber seals, spare tire, etc. Many people find it hard to believe that it has never been repainted but it’s true. Completely original as it left the factory back in late 1972. I always tell people that it will be the last Porsche I sell.
Upcoming Events - A Closer Look
Sat, Jun 6, 2026
Wags, Wings & Wheels Tour
Wed, Jun 10, 2026
Weekday Wander #5
Join us for the 2026 edition of the Wags, Wings & Wheels, a special tour on the Eastern Shore of Maryland with a route created by Guest Tour Master Tom Divilio to benefit the Baywater Animal Rescue. Using a different route, we will drive some of the picturesque roads of Dorchester County and going by some of Maryland’s oldest and most remote farms. We will end at the Cambridge-Dorchester Regional Airport for the fundraising event for Baywater Animal Rescue.
Get more info here.
My intent with the Weekday Wander tours is to allow us to explore routes and destinations that are not always possible to do with a regular tour of 40 or so cars. This trip to Waffle House epitomizes the concept. We will drive across the better roads of Carroll, Baltimore, and Harford counties and end at the Waffle House where we can enjoy “Southern Hibachi.”
Why Waffle House? I have been a long-term fan of Waffle House from years of road trips, as it became a special treat. The Weekday Wander format is the perfect way to enjoy a terrific drive and an All Star Special. Besides, everyone needs to experience the restaurant FEMA uses to evaluate exactly how bad a disaster is, and where the employees are worldrenowned for their toughness.
We look forward to seeing you on this tour but register soon, as there is a very limited capacity for this tour.
Get more info here.
Tue, Jun 16, 2026
Social Dinner Blackwall
Barn and Lodge
Sun, Jun 28, 2026
Ladew Topiary Gardens Tour
Blackwall Barn and Lodge - There’s nothing quite like enjoying a meal made with locally sourced ingredients while surrounded by the peacefulness of a countryside setting. The simplicity of rustic dining is refreshing, as it focuses on natural flavors and wholesome ingredients. Every bite is bursting with flavor and nutrient rich goodness. Not only does this type of cuisine satisfy our taste buds, it also provides us with a healthier and more sustainable way of eating. Please mark your calendars for Tuesday night, June 16 at 6:30pm (5:30 cocktails). You can view the dinner menu here.
All participants must register for the dinner on www.MotorsportReg.com by June 11th.
Get more info here.
Join the Tour & Rally Committee for an unforgettable drive ending at the Ladew Topiary Gardens. A destination noted as one of “Ten incredible topiary gardens around the world” by Architectural Digest and “The most outstanding topiary garden in America” by the Garden Club of America. All this in our own backyard so to speak!!
The history of the gardens is described on their website: History — LADEW TOPIARY GARDENS
We will start in Phoenix, MD (location to be provided) for an approximate 54 mile drive through scenic parts of Baltimore and Harford counties. You can bring your own picnic lunch to enjoy at the gardens. We will begin to arrive at Ladew Topiary Gardens by 10:15am, which will provide ample time to have lunch (in the garden cafe or a picnic lunch you bring), enjoy the manor tour, and tour the incredible gardens.
Get more info here.
Socials
Events
We had a terrific turnout for our May Social Dinner, held at the iconic Boatyard Bar & Grill in Annapolis. A soldout crowd of Porsche lovers took over the private back bar area and feasted on crab cakes, oysters, Maryland crab soup and a variety of other delicious offerings. Randy and I have dined there for ages, especially after our J/35 team "Dakota Girl" returned from a day of round-the-buoys sailboat racing.
The restaurant was recently acquired by the Atlas Group from founder Dick Franyo, who took some time from his own dinner to make sure the Club was warmly welcomed. He owns a 1979 Targa, so he's a fellow Porsche afficianado. There were over 40 people still on the waitlist for this event, so the Boatyard is ready to welcome us back in September. It's probably a good idea to sign up early. And keep your eyes open for a possible pre-event on the water!
by Stephanie Reuer
photos by Jim McKee
In June, we return to Howard County, in the center of our Region and we are also returning to the Titan Group's Blackwall Barn & Lodge in Columbia, kindly hosted by Steve Schuh and our terrific and wonderfully reliable event manager Jess Oliver.
We wanted to include their names here because we are so grateful for their superb help and responsiveness. We know that our group will be properly taken care of in a beautiful space with simply terrific dining options when we visit one of their properties.
It's getting more difficult to actually find restaurants that will work with our special requirements, unfortunately. Many will refuse to issue us couples' checks and want to charge increasingly startling room rental fees, while shrinking their offerings to a too small set menu. The Titan group, however, always comes through for us with across the board AAA+ marksexcellent venues, terrific dining experiences and good parking availability for our Porsches. We'll visit some of their other venues this year that we haven't yet experienced and we hope that you will enjoy those as well.
We've been at work, booking several months into the future. We are adhering to the new rotation we outlined last month in an attempt to equalize the distance to the Dinners more of the time, while providing some events for those in the far North and South in our very long Region. The schedule for the remainder of 2026 is as follows:
June - Howard County
The Blackwall Barn & Lodge (Columbia)
July - Howard County --In Work--
August - North Region
The Barn & Lodge at the Rotunda (Baltimore)
September - South Region
Boatyard Bar & Grill (Annapolis)
October - Howard County --In Work--
November - Howard County --In Work--
December - North Region
Black Forest Tap House (Fallston)
In some exciting personal news, Stephanie is finally retiring after 51 years of working. Granted, she started part-time when she was 14, so that long tenure is a bit misleading. Regardless, she is so looking forward to be able to concentrate on some personal things - and importantly, being able to increase and improve our Social activities within the Club.
It's good to be enjoying the warmer weather after this cold and wet Spring. This is truly the best time to experience "The Land of Pleasant Living."
Hoping to see you all very soon at the Social Dinners!
TOUR &
RALLY
words by Rich Ehrlich
For the 2026 tour and rally season, The Chesapeake Region Tour and Rally Committee is planning several events for this year. We will have some great new destinations as well as some old favorites. Registration will open several weeks in advance of each event and will be announced via email, www.pcachs.org, The Porsche Patter, and www.motorsportreg.com.
March 28 Tour Lead, Sweep, and Development Academy at Porsche Silver Spring
April 11&12 Off We Go tour (Saturday and Sunday)
April 22 Weekday Wander #3
April 25 Safeway to the Bay, Guest Tour master Hank Lucas
May 2 Drive to the Porsche Swap Meet
May 27 Weekday Wander #4, Guest Tour master Eric Tipton
June 6 Wags, Wings and Wheels, Guest Tour master Tom Divillo
June 10 Weekday Wander #5
June 28 Ladew Topiary Gardens, Guest Tour master Marsha Buss
July 18 Battlefields and Backroads, Guest Tour master Dan McNally
Aug 7-9 Zum Schulhaus Fahren, an overnight tour in WV
Aug 19 Weekday Wander #6
Aug 22 Off-Road Tour
Sept 17 Weekday Wander #7 by Tour master Andy Powell
Sept 26 Motor to the Museum, a visit to Barry’s Car Barn with the Central PA Reg
Oct 3 Chesapeake Challenge 57 Gimmick Rally
Oct 11 A tour by Guest Tour masters Craig and Linda Davidson
Nov 7 West Virginia Fall Colors tour
Dec 5 Linda’s Legacy
*Please note that all dates and events are tentative and may be changed.
Send questions to tour@pcachs.org
Tour & Rally Committee
To preview and register for upcoming Tours, visit the Tour and Rally page on PCACHS.org: https:// pcachs.org/tour-andrally/
Tour FAQ
This is my first event what should I expect?
You should expect to see some cool cars, meet some nice people, and have an enjoyable drive.
A day or two before the event, you will receive an email that contains all the information you will need for the event, including the address for the start point. Make sure you bring a copy of the route instructions and make sure you and your passenger(s) have completed the appropriate Release and Waiver of Liability form. While the digital SpeedWaiver is preferred, a paper waiver printed in color and signed in ink, may also be used.
Please arrive by the announced gathering time and plan to attend the required participants meeting beforehand. When you arrive, you will generally be guided as to where to park your car, as everyone will drive the tour in groups of approximately ten cars including a lead and sweep driver.
The participants meeting will cover important information related to the event and is mandatory to attend. After the meeting, you will go to your car and then follow your lead driver on the tour. At the end of the tour, park with your group at the finish.
This is my first Rally, what should I expect?
While tours and rallies have the same steps, such as a participant’s meeting, waivers, and so on, rallies are a little different than tours. As you are in competition with your fellow rally-goers, you will generally drive the route on your own.
Once you complete the rally route and arrive at the finish line, standby for the awards ceremony and enjoy a wellearned celebration for finishing.
Tell me about a Tour. What is it?
A tour is a drive to a destination by the most indirect route possible. Some of the possible destinations include, restaurants, museums, wineries, ice cream stands, and so on. Most of the route will consist of the better driving roads in the area. While some tours may include stretches on a highway or suburban roads, this is kept to a minimum.
The routes, in addition to some great driving roads, will also feature some wonderful scenery and views.
Tell me a little more about the different kinds of rallies.
A rally differs from a tour primarily in that there is some level of competition. In the traditional rally, called a TSD, or time-speed-distance rally - you need to maintain a certain average speed throughout the rally, which changes regularly as you execute route instructions. For a gimmick rally, your precise time through segments of the route are not important (but you can’t delay too much and mot make it to the end) but there will be gimmicks along the route that you must complete, such as answering questions that relate to the route of things seen along the route, or possibly getting random cards along the route such as in a poker rally.
We sometimes run a “Choose Your Own Adventure” Rally where you must plot your own route to the various locations. Or a Speed Limit Sign rally, where you must add and subtract the values of the speed limit signs along the route.
However, no rally will use top speed or fastest time as a condition of winning.
When will I get the meeting location, directions and other tour documents?
The tour documents, which include the written directions, meeting notes and the exact starting address will be emailed no later than 6:00 pm the night before the event. Often, I can get those documents out a few days beforehand after registration has closed for the event. Generally, we do not publicly announce the exact starting location ahead of time.
If it is after 6:00 pm the night before the event, and you have not received the email with the tour documents, email tours@pcachs.org and let me know. But please check your spam or junk mail folder first.
What is a SpeedWaiver, and when is the best time to sign it??
The SpeedWaiver is the online version of the Release and Waiver of Liability form for the event. It is always best to sign the waiver before the day of the event.
It is preferred for adults to sign the online version of SpeedWaiver (verses hand signing a paper copy the day of). On Tour Day your Group Leader will expect to see your completed SpeedWaiver (from your phone) prior to departure.
Every participant is required to complete a waiver. Adults may use the electronic SpeedWaiver, and minors must have a paper waiver signed by at least one parent or guardian.
What kind of driving will we do? I mean we are all driving a Porsche.
To paraphrase Manny Alban, Roger Penske is not at our tours looking to recruit new drivers. We are driving on public roads and have event insurance through the National PCA. This means that while we will have some fun, we must comply with the rules of the road and make safety the primary focus.
In the end, the driver of each car is responsible for their own decisions.
What happens if I get lost?
While it is unlikely that you get lost, it is no big deal if you do. Lead and sweep drivers work hard to try to keep this from happening, but if you do get lost, you can use your favorite navigation method to make your way to the ending location. You will be given the exact address for the destination with the tour documents.
What do I need to do to get my car ready for a tour or rally?
Please make sure your car is properly registered and insured, and that the driver is an adult PCA member with a valid license. As well, make sure your car and driver are in good operating condition. Check the tire pressure and condition, along with your oil and other fluids, giving the car a good once over.
It’s up to you if you want to wash your car or not. As Magnus Walker says, “dirt don’t slow you down.”
Most importantly, be sure you arrive with a full tank of gas and an empty bladder.
If I cancel, do I get a refund?
If you cancel before registration closes, you will certainly get a refund. For most tours, if we can fill the spot from the waitlist, we will still give you a refund, but this really depends on the tour. Don’t rely on getting a refund from the region if you cancel after registration closes.
Motorsport.reg does offers event insurance that you can purchase at an extra cost when you register. This event insurance can provide you a refund even after the cut-off date, based on their terms and conditions. that you can potentially receive a refund from.
Please see this link for more information on the Motorsport.reg event insurance: https:// support.motorsportreg.com/event-cancellationinsurance.
I’m on the waitlist; will I be able to go to the event?
For many of our events, we can accommodate everyone from the waitlist. So, if you are interested in a tour, it is worthwhile to register so you can be on the waitlist. We clear the waitlist in the order that you registered for the event.
As the day of the event approaches, I will often send an email reminding people to cancel their registration if they cannot make the event so I can offer the spot to someone on the waitlist.
Why can’t more people attend this event?
Pretty much all our events do have a capacity limit. Things like the availability of lead and sweep drivers, size of the starting and ending locations, as well as the capacity of our destination all play a role in the maximum number of cars and/or people that can attend.
This is why it is important to cancel your registration if you cannot make it, as it not only allows me to clear the waitlist, but also means that I can give our destination an accurate count of attendees.
How important is it to have a navigator?
You do not have to have a navigator and can certainly participate solo. We usually try to put single drivers midpack in the group. In addition to the written turn-byturn directions, the club uses the Scenic app for navigation, which can provide turn-by-turn guidance. There is also a gpx file that can be used in other navigation systems.
More on Scenic can be found here: https://scenic.app/
However, rallies generally require a navigator. Don’t worry though, we will do our best to pair up people who do not have navigators on the day of the rally.
I want to attend the post tour social, however I don't like tours; may I still attend the social lunch/dinner?
If there is space at the post tour social, you are certainly welcome to attend without going on the tour. But in general, if you did not go on the tour, it is unlikely that there will be available space since our tours generally sell out.
Do I have to drive a Porsche?
Since this is the Porsche Club of America, it is always preferred that you drive a Porsche. We do run some events, such as the Off-Road tour where any capable vehicle can participate, and a Porsche is not required.
However, we also understand that sometimes your Porsche may be in the shop for a repair or service. So, if you have another sports car or similar vehicle that can keep pace, you may still join the tour.
Scenic app and Navigation
What is the Scenic app and why do we use it?
Scenic was originally developed for motorcycle navigation but has become very popular for all road users. Scenic provides audio and visual route guidance on a phone or through Apple Car Play or Android Auto. Not only does Scenic provide very strong route planning tools, but it is also able to provide accurate navigation even if you do not have a mobile signal for your phone.
How do I download the Scenic app?
You can download Scenic from the App Store or Google Play.
Is there a discount code for the Scenic app?
Yes, use: PCACHSPK50 for a 50% discount on the first year of Scenic.
To redeem it, open the app and go to profile picture in the side menu > premium status. There you will see "redeem code" at the bottom. Tap that and follow the steps.
Is there a Scenic tutorial?
The Scenic website and forum, found at https:// scenic.app/, contain an amazing amount of information. The person who develops and maintains Scenic is very active on the forum and will personally respond to questions.
Keep your eyes out for a Chesapeake webinar on using Scenic.
Is there a correlation between waypoints in Scenic and the turn number?
No. There is no direct correlation between the turn numbers and the waypoints in the Scenic App. Do not try to link these to each other.
What about Google Maps or some other navigation app?
Google Maps is an excellent app, but the technical limitations make it not the best app to use to plan routes.
However, when you use the link to the route in the Scenic App, you can download a gpx file of the route that can be used with other navigation apps. While there is a way to use the gpx with Google, it is complicated.
If you have any suggestions, please let me know.
Radios/FRS/GMRS/Walkie-Talkies
Am I required to have an FRS/GMRS radio during a tour or rally?
Unless you are a lead or sweep driver, you are not required to have a radio.
However, having a radio in the car will help improve your awareness of the road ahead and improve the overall safety and enjoyment of the drive. With a radio in your car, you can hear when there are debris on the road, cyclist, or other potential hazards.
In general, you do not need a radio for a rally.
What kind of radio should I get?
While basically any kind of FRS/GMRS radio will work, you can find the BaoFeng UV-5R (8-watt), Radioddity FS-T1, and the Midland LXT630VP3, as well as others, are generally $30 or less on Amazon.
We use channel 17, which is frequency 462.600. Your radio will have instructions on how to program it. Also, keep an eye out for a video tutorial.
What do I say on the radio?
Unless you are a lead or sweep driver, please try to avoid talking on the radio unless it is something directly related to the drive, such as an emergency in your vehicle, or a road hazard that has not been already announced.
What will others say over the radio?
Since all the tour groups operate on the same radio channel, you will at times, be able to hear the other groups. So, listen for either your group number or the name of your lead/sweep driver and then whatever the information is.
While lead drivers will generally not call out the next turn, they will advise about potholes and other road hazards, cyclists, and sometimes provide interesting facts about the area.
Also note that the frequency is open to the public, so it is not uncommon to hear others on the same channel.
Tour Planning
I have an idea for a tour.
Fantastic! I am always looking for Guest Tour masters. Send me an email or talk to me about your idea and we can work together to make it happen.
I want to lead or sweep.
That’s awesome, thank you for volunteering! The best thing to do is to reach out to me ahead of the event and let me know. As well as answering the questions when you register. I will be happy to work with you to help build your skills up to be able to lead a group on a tour. It’s always best to start out as a sweeper.
If you have not attended our Tour School, it is recommended but not required that you do so.
This is awesome! I want to volunteer to help. What else can I do?
Thank you for volunteering! Even if you do not want to plan a tour, there are plenty of things that need to be done, such as organizing the groups when people arrive at the start location, confirming route instructions, checking waivers and counting participants and so on. Please contact me and we can certainly work the details out. I am grateful for all the help I can get.
Miscellaneous
You have mentioned several national PCA policies. Where can I read these for myself?
If you log into your account on https://www.pca.org/, look for the entry titled, “Forms & Docs” under “Commonly Used Links.”
Are the red cars really faster?
While there is significant debate on this issue, all the facts support the conclusion that red Porsches are, in fact, faster than ones that are not red. There is a decal that also proves that red cars are faster.
What is the deal with cows?
Several years ago, while on a family road trip, I failed to point out that we were driving by a field of cows. As a direct result, my children have informed me that I am legally obligated to point out when there are cows visible from the road. I do ask your support in accomplishing this.
Weekday Wander #4 – Paul Reed Smith Guitars
PCA-CHS 2026 Tour & Rally Event No. 6 – Wednesday, May 27th
I’m not a musician. I played guitar and bass for a short period of time when I was a young teen, but it just didn’t stick. While I love playing music on my stereo, I have not loved re-purchasing my music library as technology has changed. Even to this day, I still have a large music library.
I provide this information to frame my description of the latest Weekday Wander tour, where we started with a tour of the Paul Reed Smith Guitars factory in Stevensville, MD, and ended with lunch in Chestertown, MD.
Paul Reed Smith is a Maryland native, who built his first guitar in 1976, and opened Paul Reed Smith Guitars in Annapolis in 1985, moving to the current location in 1996. PRS Guitars are very popular with a long list of official artists, including Carlos Santana, Ed Sheeran, and John Mayer. The factory employs approximately 400 people and has many long-term employees. Needless to say, it is a very impressive operation.
In the morning, my 16-year-old, Ezra and I drove across the Bay Bridge. We had fog for almost the entire trip. When we got onto the bridge, Erza commented that they thought the bridge was much bigger. I pointed out to them that the bridge was quite big, but the fog meant that we could not see the rest of the bridge or the other span. PRS was nice enough to save parking for us to use, and after a mini-cars and coffee for the us and the employees, we held our participant’s meeting. We were briefed on the factory tour by Mark Quigley, a long-term employee of PRS who their archivist and public relations person is now. I do want to point out that despite the chance of rain, there were not only three GT3s on the tour, but Scott Johnson drove his 356.
What was supposed to be a thirty-to-forty-five-minute tour turned into a nearly two-hour tour, as approximately forty Chesapeake members, broken up into five different groups were shown around the factory. We saw everything from where the raw wood is received and sawn into blanks and then dried, to the “wood library” where the really special wood is stored, including spalted maple, and other types of wood with high quality grain and figuring, pending being built into Private Stock instruments.
We were shown the production line where every PRS guitar, except for their SE line, is made. The precision and attention to detail it takes to build such a highquality instrument is on par with what it takes to build and maintain a Porsche. Quality and perfection are constant by-words at the factory, with every employee responsible for ensuring that only the highest quality product is shipped to the customer. In fact, Paul himself was on the floor, working with various employees. PRS makes their own pick-ups and amps in house, and anything not made in the factory, such as tuning pegs, are made to their specifications. We even got to see the special machine that wraps the coils for the pick-ups.
The SE guitars are the “Student Edition” guitars, and are designed to be affordable, high-quality instruments for students to learn and grow on. In fact, the idea behind this line came from Carlos Santana and other artists. While the guitars are made in Indonesia, every single instrument is given a detailed inspection by a PRS Technician, and any shortfalls are corrected before the instrument is shipped.
On the other end of the price spectrum is the Private Stock instruments. These custom ordered guitars, along the lines of Porsche Sonderwunsch, can be ordered pretty much however the customer desires, by a team of highly experienced luthiers. One instrument was green stain with pink flake paint on the edge and neck of the guitar. I wish I could show you pictures, but we were prohibited from taking pictures. We also got to see a guitar they were finishing up for Carlos Santana, and an older guitar of his, with an amazing dragon design inlaid into it that needed some refinishing. According to our tour guide, Paul personally checks every Private Stock instrument before it leaves the factory and will randomly check other instruments before they are shipped.
Even though I am not a guitar guy, it was hard not to be impressed by the quality of the work, the attention to detail, knowledge and the skill shown by every employee. Mark summarized the day when he explained to us that PRS Guitars is artists making art for other artists to use to make art. The entire process was fascinating and made even better by the fact that PRS is a Maryland company. Of course, our trip was not complete until we paid a visit to the gift shop. And so, you know, they do not sell any instruments at the factory.
After the factory tour, it was time to drive. This entire event was created by Eric Tipton with help from Kim Tipton. Steve Buss made a comment about how cool it would be to see the PRS factory, and Eric ran with it. Not only did he orchestrate the factory tour, but he also came up with a nice, Eastern Shore route to Chestertown, MD, where we enjoyed a great lunch at Watershed Alley.
While the drive was good, the PRS factory tour was the high point of the day. The good news is that they are willing to host us for another tour. The bad news is that it won’t be any time soon.
I want to be sure to thank Eric and Kim Tipton, as well as Andy and Kim Powell, James Bevan, Stuart Anisworth, Rob Mariani and Meghan Snide, and John Mester for leading and sweeping the tour. I also want to thank Dan McNally and Angela Gruenfelder, as they were all set to lead a group, as well as John Moore who was going to sweep, but last-minute changes meant we did not need to run as many groups.
I also want to thank everyone who attended. I am glad you all enjoyed the factory tour and the driving tour, and I really appreciate your flexibility when we had to make those last-minute changes.
Tour season is in full swing. We have the Wags, Wings, and Wheels coming up around the time this Patter should be published, closely followed by Weekday Wander #5 to Waffle House. Have no fear if you could not get into that tour, I will run the tour to Waffle House again. But remember, a Waffle House has limited seating.
Later this month is the tour to Ladew Gardens created by Marsha Buss. We also can’t forget the Battlefields and Backroads tour designed by Dan McNally. I am also working out the details for the Off-Road tour in early September as well as the gimmick rally for the Chesapeake Challenge.
The Zum Schulhaus Fahren is coming along nicely. Right now, there are two spots left! I encourage you to sign up soon if you are considering attending. As well, I am planning on heading down that way at from June 24th-26th to test the routes. If you are interested in helping, please contact me.
I hope to see you all on the road soon.
Wags, Wings & Wheels
PCA-CHS 2026 Tour & Rally Event No. 7– Saturday, June 6th
Join us for the 2026 edition of the Wags, Wings & Wheels, a special tour on the Eastern Shore of Maryland with a route created by Guest Tour Master Tom Divilio to benefit the Baywater Animal Rescue. Using a different route, we will drive some of the picturesque roads of Dorchester County and going by some of Maryland’s oldest and most remote farms. We will end at the Cambridge-Dorchester Regional Airport for the fundraising event for Baywater Animal Rescue. Optional hotel information for Friday/Saturday is below.
Once at the airport, there will be a range of food and craft vendors, as well as aircraft display featuring antique, modern and some experimental aircraft, and a car show, which will feature our Porsches. This event is pet-friendly, and there will be opportunities to adopt a new pet. Think of this as a very large outdoor lawn party, with live music, food and craft vendors as well as an aircraft display.
The Wags, Wings and Wheels event is a fundraiser for Baywater Animal Rescue, the Eastern Shore’s leading no-kill animal welfare organization. Baywater has been a safe place for homeless companion animals since 1947 and is totally dependent on donations as it receives no government funding. Your registration fee will go to Baywater. Additional donations are encouraged and tax deductible.
To donate directly, or purchase items from their wish list for donation, please see their website; https:// www.baywateranimalrescue.org/
WHEN and WHERE
When: Saturday, June 6th, 9:00 am
Where: The Cambridge, MD address will be sent to confirmed registrants by June 5th
Participant’s Meeting: 8:30 am
Departure: First cars off at 9:00 am
Driving time and distance: approximately 1 1/2 hours and XX miles total
By signing up for and joining any of our driving events, registrants acknowledge and assume all the risks in and full responsibility for their participation. PCA waiver forms must be completed and signed by all, online or on paper. Note that planned events are subject to change, for weather-related or other reasons.
REGISTRATION
To register, log on to your account at Motorsport.reg: msreg.com/WWW2026.
Weekday Wander #5 – The Waffle Wander Tour
PCA-CHS 2026 Tour & Rally Event No. 8 – Wednesday, June 10th
My intent with the Weekday Wander tours is to allow us to explore routes and destinations that are not always possible to do with a regular tour of 40 or so cars. This trip to Waffle House epitomizes the concept. We will drive across the better roads of Carroll, Baltimore, and Harford counties and end at the Waffle House where we can enjoy “Southern Hibachi.”
Why Waffle House? I have been a long-term fan of Waffle House from years of road trips, as it became a special treat. The Weekday Wander format is the perfect way to enjoy a terrific drive and an All Star Special. Besides, everyone needs to experience the restaurant FEMA uses to evaluate exactly how bad a disaster is, and where the employees are world-renowned for their toughness.
We look forward to seeing you on this tour but register soon, as there is a very limited capacity for this tour.
WHEN and WHERE
When: Wednesday, June 10th, at 9:30 am
Assembly Point: The Westminster, MD, address will be sent to confirmed registrants by June 9th.
By signing up for and joining any of our driving events, registrants acknowledge and assume all the risks in and full responsibility for their participation. PCA waiver forms must be completed and signed by all, online or on paper. Note that planned events are subject to change, for weather-related or other reasons.
REGISTRATION
To register, log on to your account at Motorsport.reg:
Register Here
QUESTIONS: Send tour-related questions to the Tour & Rally Committee, at tour@pcachs.org.
To preview and register for upcoming Tours, visit the
Tour & Rally page on PCACHS.org: https://pcachs.org/ tour-and-rally/
Ladew Topiary Gardens Tour
PCA-CHS
2026 Tour & Rally Event No. 9 – Sunday, June 28th
Join the Tour & Rally Committee for an unforgettable drive ending at the Ladew Topiary Gardens. A destination noted as one of “Ten incredible topiary gardens around the world” by Architectural Digest and “The most outstanding topiary garden in America” by the Garden Club of America. All this in our own backyard so to speak!!
The history of the gardens is described on their website: History — LADEW TOPIARY GARDENS
We will start in Phoenix, MD (location to be provided) for an approximate 54 mile drive through scenic parts of Baltimore and Harford counties. You can bring your own picnic lunch to enjoy at the gardens. We will begin to arrive at Ladew Topiary Gardens by 10:15am, which will provide ample time to have lunch (in the garden cafe or a picnic lunch you bring), enjoy the manor tour, and tour the incredible gardens.
A few details about admission and lunch at the gardens
· The admission for the gardens is $22 for each adult (seniors $18), children are discounted.
· Admission tickets can be purchased online in advance at a discount or at the door.
· The manor tours ($7) are 10:30-3pm on the half hour and are available on a first come first served basis (available for purchase at the door only).
· The Ladew Café (open from 9am – 5pm) is only available for guests with admission tickets.
WHEN and WHERE
When: Sunday, June 28, 2026, 8:00am
Where: The Phoenix MD, address will be sent to confirmed registrants by 6pm, June 26, 2026
PCA-CHS 2026 Tour & Rally Event No. 10 – Saturday July 18th
Join us on Saturday, July 18th for our route that will take us through 58 miles of some of the best backroads that the Gettysburg area and Michaux State Forest have to offer. Get your Porsche out on the beautiful mountain roads above Gettysburg this summer tour season. Our route, created by our Guest Tour Master Dan McNally, will start just outside of Gettysburg and journey up to the mountains under a shady green canopy of the Michaux State Forest and Caledonia State Park before winding back down the mountains into the historic battlefields of Gettysburg. Come and join us for a not to be forgotten drive with your fellow PCA members.
We look forward to seeing you on this tour.
Post-Tour Lunch Options
As Gettysburg is a tourist town there are plenty of good lunch options to be found. Unfortunately, because of that factor no one location was able to accommodate us. Registrants will receive a list of some recommended options in downtown Gettysburg to enjoy, as well as some good places to park (garages, lots, and street parking options).
WHEN and WHERE
Assembly Point: The Gettysburg, PA, address will be sent to confirmed registrants by July 17th
When: July 18th, Saturday, at 9:30 am
Driver’s Meeting: 9:45 am
Departure: First cars off at 10:00 am
Destination: Gettysburg College, Constitution Ave, Gettysburg, PA 17325
Distance: 58 miles
ETA: Approximately 90 minutes
PARTICIPATION
By signing up for and joining any of our driving events, registrants acknowledge and assume all the risks in and full responsibility for their participation. PCA waiver forms must be completed and signed by all, online or on paper. Note that planned events are subject to change, for weather-related or other reasons.
REGISTRATION:
Register Here
Zum Schulhaus Fahren
The Drive to the Schoolhouse
PCA-CHS 2026 Tour & Rally Event No. 12 – August 7-9
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Join the Tour & Rally Committee for an unforgettable weekend getaway to West Virginia, the state often called "almost heaven" for its rolling hills, scenic byways, and charming small towns. Our base for the weekend will be the Schoolhouse Hotel, a boutique hotel located in White Sulphur Springs, WV, created from a historic high school. We spend the weekend enjoying some of the fantastic roads in West Virgina, and spending time with your fellow Porsche enthusiasts.
We will start the event with a reception and buffet dinner on Friday night. After a continental breakfast on Saturday, we will spend the day driving, with a stop for lunch, as well as a visit to the New River Gorge. We will end the day with a sit-down dinner. On Sunday, we will enjoy a continental breakfast, then we will make our way over to the Back of the Dragon, ending our event in Tazwell, VA.
While the details such as the exact route and lunch stops, are still being finalized, there will be swag for tour participants, as well as an option for a tour to the Schoolhouse Hotel on Friday morning.
Don’t miss out on this tour and register today, as we a limited capacity.
For more on the Schoolhouse Hotel, visit their website: https://theschoolhousehotelwv.com/.
WHEN and WHERE
Assembly Point: Schoolhouse Hotel, 125 Schoolhouse Way White Sulphur Springs, WV
When: Friday, August 7th thru Sunday, August 9th
Welcome Reception: 5:30 pm on August 7th
Tour End: Back of the Dragon, 592 Main St, Tazewell, VA, on Sunday, August 9th.
PARTICIPATION
By signing up for and joining any of our driving events, registrants acknowledge and assume all the risks in and full responsibility for their participation. PCA waiver forms must be completed and signed by all, online or on paper. Note that planned events are subject to change, for weather-related or other reasons.
REGISTRATION
Log on to your MotorsportReg account at msreg.com/schoolhousetour.
Registration is open and will close at 1:00 pm on July 19th.
PCA members and their guests must be registered and confirmed to join this event.
Drivers must be adult PCA members with a valid driver’s license.
Registration is $375 for each driver and $350 per each passenger.
MotorsportReg charges a $2 booking fee for every registration (not for every person).
While the Schoolhouse Hotel is holding a block of rooms for us at a special rate, you are responsible for booking your own accommodations.
Instructions on how to register for a room will be sent via email after you have registered.
Route instructions and other documents will be sent to confirmed registrants via e-mail by 6:00 pm on August 5th.
All PCA members and their family are welcome.
This event has capacity limits for cars and people.
To obtain a refund, cancellations must be made before the closing of registration on July 19th. No refunds will be granted after this time.
If you have already registered and need help to cancel your registration, refer to this link for detailed instructions.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
Your registration fee will include the following:
Continental breakfast on Saturday and Sunday morning
Cocktail reception on Friday night
Buffet dinner on Friday night
Cocktail hour/seated dinner on Saturday night
Tour swag- each registered driver will receive a special limited edition grille badge. There will be additional swag for all participants.
Incredible drives on Saturday and Sunday.
Once finalized, the daily schedule and other details, such as lunch on Saturday and Sunday will be published.
You are responsible for your own hotel reservation.
You are encouraged to have a radio in your car, as this makes the drive safer and easier. Recommended models include the BaoFeng UV-5R (8-watt), Radioddity FS-T1, and the Midland LXT630VP3, as well as others, which can be found inexpensively on Amazon.
Room rates:
Arriving on August 7, Departing August 9, 2026
Rate per night
STDQ Standard Queen – 4 guest rooms $210
STDK Standard King – 4 guest rooms $215
PRMQ Premium Queen – 3 guest rooms $225
PRMK Premium King – 5 guest rooms $230
SPK Superior King – 2 guest rooms $245
SPQQ Superior Queen (2 beds) – 6 guest rooms $250
DXK Deluxe King – 2 guest rooms $290
DXJSK Deluxe Junior Suite – 2 guest rooms $340
STEK King Suite – 1 guest room $360
STEQQ Queen Suite (2 beds) – 1 guest room $360
Sales and occupancy tax additional.
Check in is 3pm, Check out is 11am. Early arrivals will be honored based on availability.
QUESTIONS: Send tour-related questions to the Tour & Rally Committee, at tour@pcachs.org.
To preview and register for upcoming Tours, visit the Tour & Rally page on PCACHS.org: https://pcachs.org/ tour-and-rally/
AUTOCROSS
2026
AXIn an unprecedented turn of events, Chesapeake PCA Autocross #2 scheduled for Saturday May 23rd at Ripken Stadium in Aberdeen was postponed at the last minute to Saturday June 6th. Nothing like this has ever happened before and I hated like sin to do it, but I had no choice.
By the Monday before the scheduled event, I had 112 registered with 87 Confirmed and a nice waitlist. Unfortunately, the forecast for Saturday was not at all a happy one – rain, rain, rain and cool to boot. It didn’t look like heavy rain, but I knew what was going to happen and, sure enough, on Tuesday the cancellations started to come in. (As I’ve said before, it’s amazing how many “car problems” pop up when there’s rain in the forecast before an AX. ;) )
I expected this, of course, so I waited ‘til Thursday morning to put together the roster and assignments for the event. I did this because Registration closed at 9:00 AM that day, which also marks the end of the period when a cancellation is free. After that, refunds are at the discretion of the Chair (i.e., me) and I generally don’t give refunds at that point unless I can fill the spot from the waitlist (which I often can). This time, I had so many cancellations that I contacted the entire waitlist and took anyone who wanted to drive that day.
What was shocking was how many cancellations I received after the end of the free period. That was a total pain because I was receiving cancellations (and changes) during the period when I was working on the roster and assignments, and changes at that
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point can be very difficult to accommodate. I sent out the completed roster Thursday evening and was thoroughly surprised when I received still more cancellations and requests well into Friday. I spent that entire day reworking the roster as cancellations came in and just when I was on the verge of sending out the final update to the participants, I received a bombshell from the Ripken Events Coordinator (at 3:00 PM Friday).
Attain Sports management (who operate the Ripken facility) was concerned about the safety of us autocrossing in the rain. They’re new to this, but we’ve had plenty of events in the rain and in much worse conditions than I was expecting the next day. My reaction was, “The show must go on!” and I was prepared to assure them that it would be fine, even though I had been offered a “rain date”. Unfortunately, there was a catch.
The problem was that due to the rain, the Maryland State High School Championship, which was to have been played on Friday, was postponed to Saturday. As a result, we were going to have to share the lot with overflow parking from the baseball people. My initial thought was that this would be no trouble because there was no way they were going to be playing baseball the next day. It had been raining for several days and I didn’t see how they could possibly play, so I was perfectly willing to continue with the event the next day.
Then the other shoe dropped. Mark Hubley and Pinto Soin were at their hotel in Aberdeen, on hold with their room while I sorted this out. I was planning to continue, but Mark mentioned that he heard some baseball people (who were also there at the hotel) saying they were just going to play in the rain on Saturday. That, unfortunately, was something I couldn’t risk. The thought of having to deal with a bunch of angry baseball parents and fans desperately searching for parking while we were doing our thing was not a happy one. I could not take the risk that we would be sharing the lot with anyone else, so I was forced to pull the plug.
Mark and Pinto weren’t the only ones at the hotel. Doug Slocum was there, as was Tom Divilio. There were also a couple of folks from Hagerstown who were there to run with us in rather special circumstances and here I was, telling all of them at this late hour that we were postponing the event to
June 6th. I felt sick about it, but I was stuck.
I most certainly hope this doesn’t happen again. Once is more than enough. Autocrossing in the rain is no picnic (some actually enjoy it!), but it’s much better than the inconvenience (and monetary loss to those that travel) that comes from postponement. As I write this, we’re only a few days away from AX#2 (redux) and the forecast for Saturday is great. Even though the postponement was only 2 weeks, we still have a robust registration and there’s no reason to think this won’t be another successful event. Fingers crossed!
Oh, yeah. The baseball game that was the cause of all this ruckus was postponed to Monday. I could just scream. ;)
Greg Hartke
CHS AX Chair
STUTTGART
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LETTER
By: David K. Whitlock
SPOTLIGHT
The 1989 911 Speedster debuted at the Frankfurt Motor Show before entering production as a one-year-only model to cap off the Carrera 3.2 generation. Inspired by the original 356 Speedster, it featured a shortened windshield, lightweight manual top, and distinctive double-hump rear tonneau cover. While most of the 2,104 examples produced were built in Turbo-Look specification with the wider 930 bodywork, Turbo suspension, and upgraded brakes, Porsche also built a small number of narrow-body cars for specific requests from European dealers (like Sonauto in France). With just 161 to 171 produced, the narrow-body Speedsters are among the rarest production 911s of the era, offering a lighter and more understated alternative to their widebody counterparts.
This 1989 911 Narrow Body Speedster came finished in a gorgeous color combination Linen Metallic with a Blue soft top over Linen leather. Delivered new in Sweden, it remained with its original owner until being imported to the United States in 2023. Showing just 741 km (~460 miles), it’s in basically as-new condition as evidenced by hundreds of detailed photos in the gallery. Stunning example.
Welp, it looks like our run of Narrow Bodied Speedsters went 0 for 3 as this museum piece failed to sell at a final bid of $550,000. That’s a big bid for a Carrera 3.2 Speedster, as the highest price paid ever was $379,000 for a 260-mile (wide body) example back in 2019. Evidently, not enough to get it done for the seller.
Oh Riviera Blue, how I love you. Especially on a 968 Clubsport with color-matched wheels. Showing 142,500 km (~88k miles) on the clock, this example has been repainted at some point along with having its sunroof “deleted” and shows some wear in the paint here and there. It has also been modified with a Deutsch Nine carbon-fiber rear wing, Leda adjustable coilovers with Eibach springs, M030-spec brakes, and more. This is one for the drivers who wants to rag on a rare Porsche in a special color and not have to worry about adding more miles and killing depreciation. Price? Well, it failed to sell at $40,968 back in ‘24, and I think bids will be in that ballpark again.
In a similar fashion, this 1996 911 Carrera 4S 6Speed shows big miles at 126,000 and has been fitted with a Patrick Motorsports-built 3.8L. Finished in Grand Prix White over a Tan leather interior with Pepita inserts, the car features Classic Retrofit electric air conditioning, the previously mentioned engine build, and has been serviced in preparation for the sale. It was involved in an accident in 2014 and shows paintwork, but again, this is one to drive and not worry. From the handful of 3.8-liter 993 C4S comps I have, bids should be just over the $100k mark. But with stock cars on the uptick (see above), this one might follow.
PHOTO CREDIT: BRING A TRAILER
PHOTO CREDIT: BRING A TRAILER
PCA Plates & Badges
What are PCA License Plates
Chesapeake Region PCA coordinates the purchase
of PCA Organizational License Plates issued through the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA). The PCA License Plate Program promotes the visibility and camaraderie of PCA. PCA Maryland License Plates are prenumbered Organizational Plates, not vanity plates. PCA License Plates are available for all cars, trucks and minivans, but not for motorcycles or trailers.
Cost: The one-time cost for the PCA License Plates is $45.00, which includes the $30.00 MVA fee and a $15 Chesapeake PCA fundraising fee to support the PCA License Plate Program and Chesapeake Region events.
If you have any questions regarding the purchase of PCA Maryland Organizational License Plates, please contact us at: pcaLicensePlates@pcachs.org. Safe and Happy Motoring.
How To Apply: The only way to apply for PCA Organizational License Plates is to complete the online PCA Maryland License Web Form at https:// pcachs.org/pca-maryland-license-plate/ and submit it electronically. Please click on the above link to learn the details and requirements to apply for PCA License Plates.
Requirements: You must be a PCA Member and the car must be registered in Maryland. The PCA Plates are not limited to Porsches. You can apply for PCA plates for all your cars registered in Maryland!
Chesapeake Region Grill Badge Chesapeake Region Name Badge
Get a heavy “gold- plated” Chesapeake Region metal car badge. Each metal car badge comes
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plate.
The cost per metal car badge is $30 or two for $50, inclusive of shipping and handling. To order: Go to
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Go to www.pcachs.org and use the “STORE” menu from the main page. Click the button and complete the order form page. The Name Badge cost is $25, inclusive of shipping and handling.
