Monster Werks

MONSTERWERKS

March 4, 2022 // Amelia Island, FL

On Friday, March 4th, th Porsche Club of America held the 2022 WERKS Reunion at the Amelia River Golf Club. To say it was big, or large, would be understating the record size of the ’22 event—it was Monster!

165 Porsches on the judged field and another 585 Porsche vehicles present combined to a total of 750 vehicles registered for the event. This total does not include those who just showed up and paid for parking to enter. PCA National estimated that between 3,500 and 4,000 visitors were there for the event. Simply, it was Porsche eye-candy overload. With both PCars and attendance, the numbers set records.

The judged field comprised two complete fairways of vehicles ranging from the venerable and early 356 models, through the special guest 996s (they had a special display area), and up through the latest Taycan, Cayenne, 911 and Boxster/Cayman crews. Additionally, we had modified vehicles, outlaws, and race-prepped Porsches. The special guest was a one-of-a-kind (ONE OF ONE), specially prepared 996 generation Porsche 911. This classic coupe was restored by Porsche Classic with assistance from Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur, and input provided by PCA, PCNA, and Porsche AG. This 996 was an absolute stunner and it will be auctioned off next year by PCA to a Porsche Club member. Gold Coast Region of PCA was very well represented among the large attendance. A solid estimate of GCR members would suggest that over 50 people with 25 to 30-plus Porsche vehicles made the trek from South Florida to Amelia Island, the 5-1/2-hour drive of roughly 420 miles, virtually all the way up I95, or possibly including the Florida Turnpike. Travel north on Thursday, March 3rd was hampered by a major incident on I-95 in

the Titusville-Mims area where both north and southbound lanes of the interstate were closed due to a major accident in the southbound lane. Undeterred, everyone arrived safely albeit a few minutes later than expected. Beyond simple attendance, the Gold Coast Region placed 12 to 15-plus vehicles in the judged competition. Not at all surprisingly, three of our members came home winners. As with WERKS ’21, we were honored with a 1st Place, Blue Ribbon win by Mr. Bruce Margulies in his 1988 911 Carrera. Our GCR members Sanket Parekh with his 1991 911 C2 and Mitch Weinberg and his 1993 RS America took Red Ribbons (2nd Place). Beyond our winners, Gold Coast was represented on the judged field by Howie Behar with his ’89 930 Turbo, Alexander Lozev in his 40th Anniversary 911 996, Phil Villegas with his ’90 Targa C2, Mark Johnson with the “Martini Cayman,” Fabio Martinez with his Blue Ribbon-winning 996 (2021 WERKS), as well as Federico Boscolo and the 1997 993 Coupe, and Adam Kravitz with his 1978 928. Every GCR vehicle in the show offered formidable competition. Of course, there were a few Porsche “stars” in attendance, such as Sara Dakarmen of LA Dismantelers, Jeff Zwart of Pikes Peak notoriety, and the famous/ infamous Magnus Walker, fashion designer and Porsche peep. Two of our members, KREZY Joe Scalia and Brandon Lee, were able to spend some time with Magnus. Great stuff; Magnus even signed a copy of Joe’s member feature, which Joe carries with him everywhere to share the story of the Kremer! Unfortunately, Brandon’s feature did not arrive in time to take to WERKS, or he would have been blessed as well!

The 996 One of One, Spectacular

Complementing the GCR participants and attendees, our Region was also home to one special judge. Ms. Grace Hyland, 12 years old, was asked by PCA National

Mark Johnson

Sanket Parekh is shown with his 1991 Porsche 911 C2. This is a special sport purpose outlaw that was custom built. The project began in Europe in May of 2020, and the car arrived in the US just a month or so ago. Sanket is a Miami resident and GCR member since 2021. Well done. Beautiful automobile! Bruce Margulies with his Blue Ribbon 1988 911 Carrera. He competed in the 1974-89 911/912 Class. He is the original owner of the Carrera (34 years now). Bruce lives in Cooper City and has been a GCR-PCA member since 1987. His Carrera is still showing its original paint and interior, with 147,000 miles on the ODO. This 911 has never been touched by a professional detailer, always and only by Bruce. Hearty Congrats! Mitch Weinberg is standing tall with his Red Ribbon 1993 RS America, participating in the 964 judged group. He has owned the vehicle for 1 ½ years and is also a Cooper City resident. Of note, the RS is Mitch’s 80th Porsche! He has been a GCR PCA member since 1982 when he bought his first 911, 40 years ago. Awesome story Mitch; congrats on the award.

to perform judging duties for WERKS. She welcomed the opportunity, and according to Grace, it was a fun experience. “The Junior PCA Judges were taught how to inspect and judge each car. Once ready, we inspected five unique Porsches. The five models were a brown 914 with skis on the roof rack, an Irish Green 356 B-Coupe, a red Kelly-Moss rally 911, a blue GT3 and finally a silver 928. Each owner was there to tell the story of their car and the specs.

Once the judging was complete, the Junior Judges presented the winners with their trophies on stage. (Grace is pictured with the 1st Place Winning Porsche).

It was a great experience and I built up my knowledge of Porsches.” - Grace Hyland

There are a ton of great stories, phenomenal people, and spectacular Porsches. The WERKS Reunion in Amelia Island is the preeminent PCA National event every year on the east coast. Plan on making the 2023 WERKS, March 3, 2023. It is a MONSTER, and one incredibly great time!