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The Progressive Dinner Drive, Wine & Dine Autocross Is Back PCA NATIONAL NEWSLETTER AWARD WINNER

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AUSPUFF 15 SEPTEMBER 2O15 Features Autocross Returns To Camarillo.........................13 SBR’s Progressive Dinner...................................15 Drive, Wine & Dine............................................19 Porsche Electronic Driving Aids.........................23

Future Events 39th Annual Concours d’Elegance.....................10 19th Annual Chili Cook-Off................................18 Pre-Concours Detail Clinic.................................21 Camarillo Autocross...........................................22 Porsche Tech Tactics 2015.................................27 Porsche Escape To Mt. Rushmore......................29 Grape Harvest Wine Tour...................................30 Explore Coronado Island....................................32

Departments

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SBR Board of Directors & Appointees................ 2 SBR Events Calendar.......................................... 3 President’s Column.............................................. 4 Camarillo Breakfast......................................6 & 7 Santa Barbara Breakfast...............................8 & 9 Down The Road - Future Events....................... 26 The Zone 8 Page............................................... 27 Membership Page............................................. 28 SBR Name Badge Ordering Info....................... 28 Classified Ads................................................... 31 Directory of Advertisers.................................... 31

On The Cover

The pack of Porsches patiently parked at the Progressive Dinner’s first stop in Camarillo.

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President MIKE HODSON aitchpm@gmail.com 805-279-2252

Vice President BARRY WEINSTEIN BarryNVal@gmail.com 805-241-5641

Treasurer STEVE KALLER Steve@kallermgmt.com 818-489-4225

Secretary HOWARD RUBENSTEIN hrrca1@gmail.com 818-340-3366

Membership SUE KINSLING Sue_Kin@hotmail.com 805-386-8112

Activities DOREEN PANKOW DPankow@sbcglobal.net 805-422-8217

Goodie Store JOHN BARRISON JohnBarrison@gmail.com 805-797-4191

Past President NICOLAS LIAKAS NicolasLiakas@gmail.com 818-706-6016

Editor JOHN ALFENITO DerAuspuff@gmail.com 818-436-9204 AUSPUFF SEPTEMBER 2O15

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Santa Barbara Region Board of Directors

PCA SANTA BARBARA REGION’S AWARD-WINNING MONTHLY MAGAZINE

Editor

Board Appointees

JOHN ALFENITO DerAuspuff@gmail.com

Advertising TED LIGHTHIZER TLighthizer@sbcglobal.net

Managing Editor

Susan Stone SE.Stone@verizon.net

Associate Editors

Archives JAMES OLDHAM OldhamJames@msn.com

BirGitta Baker Jeanne McNair

Advertising Director

Ted Lighthizer TLighthizer@sbcglobal.net

Autocross STEVE FERRARI SteveFerrari@outlook.com

Technical Editor

Chris Andropoulos chris@schneiderautohaus.com

Concours KENNY & TARA BRUNDRETT californiasat@gmail.com

Contributors

STEVE FERRARI DICK LANGE DOREEN PANKOW HOWARD RUBENSTEIN RON TANABE

Distribution CHET & JOAN YABITSU yabitsu@charter.net Insurance RANDY KINSLING RKinsling@tw-ins.com

Printing

Michael Dunwell Sir Speedy Printing 1161 Calle Suerte, Suite E Camarillo, CA 93012 805-484-7999

Mademoiselles PAMUELA HODSON uelacat@gmail.com Public Relations DICK LANGE LRLange@pacbell.net R.U.F. (Retired & Unemployed Folks) JOHN & JEANNE MCNAIR jjmcnair3@verizon.net Safety TOM MARSHALL tomma8454@aol.com Webmaster RANDY FISHWICK my964@outlook.com

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Deadline for submission of ad copy is the 10th of the month preceding the month of publication.

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Please support our advertisers: We welcome commercial ads in Der Auspuff. They help support our club, and we encourage you to make your first call to those who help us enjoy our great hobby. Let them know you saw their ad in Der Auspuff. We also encourage you to promote your own business by becoming an advertiser yourself. For information, please contact: Ted Lighthizer 805-422-8217 tlighthizer@sbcglobal.net Der Auspuff, which translates as “the exhaust,” is the official publication of the Santa Barbara Region, Porsche Club of America. Chartered regions of PCA are granted permission to reprint any material herein provided full credit is given to the author and Der Auspuff (with the exception of copyrighted material). Any statement appearing in Der Auspuff is that of the author, and does not constitute an opinion of the Porsche Club of America, the Santa Barbara Region, its Board or Appointees, the Der Auspuff Editors, or its Staff. The Editorial Staff reserves the right to edit all material submitted for publication.

Deadline for submittal of material to be considered for Der Auspuff is the 10th of the month preceding the month of publication.

SBR Events Calendar

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September CAMARILLO BREAKFAST........................................... 8:00 a.m.

Panera Bread & Johnny Rockets, Camarillo Outlets BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING..............................6:30 p.m.

Lavaggio - Agoura Hills SANTA BARBARA BREAKFAST.................................. 8:30 a.m.

Moby Dick Restaurant, Stearns Wharf PRE-CONCOURS DETAIL CLINIC................................ page 21 > Lavaggio - Agoura Hills 19th ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF ............................... page 18 > Middlebrooks’ residence, Santa Rosa Valley

PRE-CONCOURS DETAIL CLINIC

FOLLOwINg OUR SANTA BARBARA BREAkFAST

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 11AM-2PM AT LAVAggIO IN AgOURA HILLS In preparation for our 39th Annual Concours d’Elegance, we’ve scheduled a Detail Clinic to teach you how to better prepare your car for competition (or fun) in less time. Gain new techniques and discover all the latest products to make your car sparkle. Learn the Zone 8 competition rules and find out exactly what the judges look for when examining a car.

Expert instruction will be provided. A detailing demonstration will show the best way to use the newest products in preparing your Porsche for everything from full concours to wash & shine.

Plus, lunch will be served at the beautiful Lavaggio facility at 30205 Canwood Street, Agoura Hills (Reyes Adobe exit off the 101).

Total price for the entire clinic and lunch is only $20.00 per person (at the door).

If you plan to attend, please make your reservation no later than September 5, 2015. RSVP to Concours Chairs Kenny & Tara Brundrett at: californiasat@gmail.com

19TH ANNUAL PCA/SBR

CHILI COOK-OFF SATURDAY • SEP 19th • 1:30 PM JUDGING AND PRIZES FOR THE WINNERS BOTTLED WATER WILL BE PROVIDED BRING YOUR OWN SOFT DRINKS, WINE OR BEER IF CHILI IS NOT YOUR THING, BRING AN APPETIZER, SALAD, BREAD, OR DESSERT PATIO DINING FOR 75 GUESTS MOTOR COURT PARKING FOR 40 PORSCHES R.S.V.P. TO THE MIDDLEBROOKS BY SEP 12TH At The Home Of:

JIM & TERRY MIDDLEBROOK

12029 PRESILLA ROAD, SANTA ROSA VALLEY (805) 750-1312 theresa.middlebrook@hklaw.com DIRECTIONS: Santa Rosa Road to East Las Posas. Turn North (only way you can go) on East Las Posas to Barranca. Turn right on Barranca to Presilla. Turn left on Presilla. House is 0.3 miles on the right.

COST IS $10 PER PERSON (INCLUDING ACTIVITY FEE) COLLECTED AT THE DOOR PLEASE DRESS FOR OUTDOORS

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CAMARILLO BREAKFAST............................................8:00 a.m Panera Bread & Johnny Rockets, Camarillo Outlets SANTA BARBARA BREAKFAST...................................8:30 a.m.

Moby Dick Restaurant, Stearns Wharf 39TH ANNUAL CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE..................page 10 > Sherwood Country Club, Westlake Village

Porsche Club of America-Santa Barbara Region And Rusnak Westlake Porsche Proudly Present

Our 39th Annual Concours d’Elegance Sunday, October 18, 2015

at Sherwood Country Club

320 W. Stafford Road, Westlake Village, CA 91361 All entrants must pre-register by October 10.

No “day of event” registrations will be accepted.

Car placement 7:00 a.m. Judging begins 10:00 a.m. Awards presentation 2:15 p.m.

CONCOURS - Pre-registration $80, includes one buffet lunch DISPLAY ONLY - Pre-registration $60 - includes one buffet lunch Extra lunches may be purchased for $50 each PCA/SBR 39th Annual Concours d’Elegance Registration Form Name: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Address: _____________________________________ City/ST/Zip: ___________________________________ Phone: ________________________________ Email: _______________________________________________ Concours Class Entered: ________ Porsche Model: ___________________________________ Model Year: __________ Body Type: ___________________ Color: ______________________ PCA Member? Yes:______ No: _______ Region: ____________________________________ Additional Lunches: __________ TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED: _______________________ For rules and complete concours class definitions visit: http://www.zone8.org/assets/docs/2014/2014Z8Rules.pdf Concours Questions? - Kenny & Tara Brundrett at californiasat@gmail.com or (805) 405-5733 To register: Fill out the registration form (also available at pcasb.org), make check payable to PCA/SBR and mail to: Tara Brundrett, 1064 Burtonwood Ave., Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 Cancellations after October 10, 2015 will not receive a refund.

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CAMARILLO BREAKFAST............................................8:00 a.m.

Panera Bread & Johnny Rockets, Camarillo Outlets BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING..............................6:30 p.m.

Lavaggio - Agoura Hills SANTA BARBARA BREAKFAST...................................8:30 a.m.

Moby Dick Restaurant, Stearns Wharf SBR ZONE 8 AUTOCROSS IN CAMARILLO.................page 22 > Camarillo Airport GRAPE HARVEST WINE TOUR....................................page 30 > Santa Barbara County

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Requirements: Safe This event will& mechanically sound car. be run in compliance Please review with Zone 8 rules.PCA Zone 8 autocross Complete results rules for helmet and will be posted seatbelt on the SBR websiterequirements http://tinyurl.com/ (pcasb.org) within two weeks ofZone8Rules the event.

Posas exit Where: Take the Las Posas south, Las Camarillo Airport.

Camarillo. Take off the 101 in Pleasant Valley Road, n. turn right on Airport Way to T-intersectio turn right on follow the signs.

Turn right and ) approximate Airport Gate Schedule: (times Check In at 6:30 a.m. Registration Inspection begins 6:45 a.m. Tech Drivers Meeting 8:00 a.m. MandatoryRuns begin 4:30 p.m.)

Runs (to 8:30 a.m. Practice Official Timed 3 p.m.

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ENTRY FEE: $85.00 PER DRIVER, INCLUDES A BARBECUE LUNCH. • Extra BBQ lunches can be purchased with registration for $20 each.

• Enrollment limited to 65. Registration MUST be done online (see below).

• Course work is mandatory in order to run this Autocross.

• Porsche drivers: THIS IS A ZONE 8 SANCTIONED EVENT FOR POINTS. • More than one person may drive a car, but each driver may drive only one car.

• All non-driver volunteers please register at: http://tinyurl.com/SBR-Nov-AutoX • Questions? E-mail STEVE FERRARI at: SteveFerrari@outlook.com PORSCHE :: BMW :: MINI :: AUDI Supporting PCA since 1968

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Please read Zone 8’s Autocross rules 805.962.8015 2703 De La Vina Street to insure you meet helmetSanta and car 805.563.0677 Barbara, CA 93105 safety requirements: http://tinyurl.com/Zone8Rules

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Registration and payment must be made online via MotorsportReg.com.

Please visit the registration site at: http://tinyurl.com/SBR-Nov-AutoX

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SBR’s Grape Harvest Tour Saturday, November 21, 2015

The 2015 edition of the Grape Harvest Tour will lead us to some new and different wine stops.

We’ll take a scenic drive up to the Santa Ynez Valley, taste some delicious wines, and enjoy a gourmet box lunch while taking in some gorgeous views.

Our first stop is Lincourt Vineyard, nestled between Solvang and Los Olivos. We’ll do some tasting before heading on a drive along the back roads, winding our way to Pence Ranch, just outside of Buellton on Hwy. 246. There, we’ll stop to do some wine tasting and have a gourmet box lunch. You can enjoy a picnic on the charming outdoor patio or under the large gazebo up at the pond, taking in the breathtaking views. Finally, after lunch, we’ll head a little farther down the road to the Mediterranean-style Melville Vineyards and Winery to finish out our afternoon.

We’ll meet at 9:15 a.m. at the Santa Barbara Auto Group. Departure will be promptly at 10 a.m.

Your cost for the entire day, including the gourmet box lunch and SBR activity fee, is $25 per person. If you would like to wine taste with lunch at Pence Ranch, we ask that you add $10 tasting fee to your event fee, for a total of $35 per person. Pence Ranch has asked us to pay as a group, rather than individually. Tasting fees at the other two wineries are extra and your responsibility to pay on the day of the event.

The Grape Harvest Tour is limited to 80 people.

Please fill out the registration form below, marking your lunch choices for each participant, and mail it with your check payable to PCA/SBR to: Robert Watt, 308 Zink Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 93111 Questions? rwatt@villagesite.com No refunds for cancellations after November 13, 2015.

Names:_______________________________________________________________ Phone: ______________________________ Email:___________________________ Payment: $25 per person: _________________ Optional $10 per person for Pence Ranch wine tasting at lunch: _________________ Total enclosed: _____________________________________ (payable to PCA/SBR) Sandwich choice for your box lunch(es): ____ Roasted turkey & provolone ____ Roast beef & cheddar ____ Black Forest ham & Swiss ____ Caprese (mozzarella, tomato, basil) ____ Veggie (roasted red peppers, sprouts, lettuce, cucumber, tomato, avocado, provolone)

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ptimists say, “The glass is half full.” Pessimists say, “The glass is half empty.” Engineers say, “The glass is too big.”

For me, the glass is more than half full most of the time.

Special Olympics World Games were held in Los Angeles recently. 6,500 athletes from 165 countries participated in 26 sports, ranging from cycling to tennis. Pamuela and I had the opportunity to help host the New Zealand and Saudi Arabian teams for a luncheon tour of the Camarillo Airport and environs. With our ongoing involvement with Ventura County Special Olympics, we knew the day was going to be magical for all.

MIKE HODSON

As the busses unloaded, the excitement of the athletes was palpable. Big smiles, high fives, and tons of selfies were the order of the day. Each team volunteered to perform their rally song, to the delight of the crowd.

Local politicians made mercifully short speeches, praising the participants for their courage, perseverance, and sportsmanship. The coaches and trainers were phenomenal, helping everyone to join in the fun. Far from home, in a strange environment, both teams openly enjoyed a very unique day in a unique setting.

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Reflecting on the event later, the mood was overwhelmingly positive. Despite the various degrees of physical and mental challenges faced by the athletes, they are embracing life and making the most of the talents and abilities they have been

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given. Certainly, they all have days that aren’t so great; but to train, practice, and compete on a world stage with thousands of people cheering them on, those men and women are an inspiration. We should all be so brave.

It is easy to get caught up in the daily grind, taking for granted the extraordinarily fortunate lives we lead. One day last week, a friend and I were complaining about having to wait too long for takeoff. We finally gave up and headed for the hangar. Suddenly, I burst out laughing, and my friend asked, “What the heck?” At that moment, I had realized how pathetically spoiled we were acting, and after another moment, we were both laughing at our foolishness.

My dad was the penultimate optimist, and it served him well in life and in business. As a kid, I got tired of hearing the endless litany of the benefits of positive thinking and attitude, while wrestling with the typical “problems” of growing up, such as too much homework and strict parents. Poor kid! 20-20 hindsight, being crystal clear as always, tells me I should have listened more and sooner. Sometimes the best lessons take the longest.

We are fortunate that our two wonderful children have taken many of our lessons to heart. Chris loves life and treats people the way we all wish to be treated. He has taught us as much as we have taught him. Julie, at 22, is independent, strong, and feisty. Gee, I wonder where she gets that? Both use humor to get them through challenges, and both believe brighter skies will come very soon.

In his book The Happiness Advantage, author Shawn Achor writes, “Your brain at positive performs significantly better than it does at negative, neutral, or stressed.” I could not agree more.

A Note of Appreciation We wish to express sincere gratitude to the membership for all the special thoughts and prayers during Lynn’s illness. The beautiful response and support demonstrated for the celebration of his life was so uplifting to us as a family.

Blessings to all.

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Camarillo Breakfast August 1, 2015 • 139 Attendees • 69 Porsches

EVENT PHOTOS BY JOHN ALFENITO

Breakfast on the patio at Johnny Rockets

Transferring in from the Milwaukee Region is Jeff Kaye, now a Ventura resident.

Here’s new member Ron Laine from Westlake.

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Santa Barbara Breakfast August 8, 2015 • 55 Attendees • 25 Porsches

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Porsche Club of America-Santa Barbara Region And Rusnak Westlake Porsche Proudly Present

Our 39th Annual Concours d’Elegance Sunday, October 18, 2015

at Sherwood Country Club

320 W. Stafford Road, Westlake Village, CA 91361 All entrants must pre-register by October 10.

No “day of event” registrations will be accepted.

Car placement 7:00 a.m. Judging begins 10:00 a.m. Awards presentation 2:15 p.m.

CONCOURS - Pre-registration $80, includes one buffet lunch DISPLAY ONLY - Pre-registration $60 - includes one buffet lunch Extra lunches may be purchased for $50 each PCA/SBR 39th Annual Concours d’Elegance Registration Form Name: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Address: _____________________________________ City/ST/Zip: ___________________________________ Phone: ________________________________ Email: _______________________________________________ Concours Class Entered: ________ Porsche Model: ___________________________________ Model Year: __________ Body Type: ___________________ Color: ______________________ PCA Member? Yes:______ No: _______ Region: ____________________________________ Additional Lunches: __________ TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED: _______________________ For rules and complete concours class definitions visit: http://www.zone8.org/assets/docs/2014/2014Z8Rules.pdf

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Concours Questions? - Kenny & Tara Brundrett at californiasat@gmail.com or (805) 405-5733 To register: Fill out the registration form (also available at pcasb.org), make check payable to PCA/SBR and mail to: Tara Brundrett, 1064 Burtonwood Ave., Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 after October 10, 2015 will not receive a refund.

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SBR ZONE 8 AUTO-X RETURNS TO CAMARILLO IN NOVEMBER ARTICLE BY STEVE FERRARI, SBR AUTOCROSS CHAIR

Saturday, November 14, 2015, the Santa Barbara Region will host a Porsche Club of America Zone 8 Autocross (for points) at the Camarillo Airport. However, you do not need to drive a Porsche or be a PCA member to run in this event. You will need a helmet, and your vehicle must pass a technical inspection. See the Zone 8 Autocross rules for more detailed information, especially if your car has been modified (http://tinyurl.com/Zone8Rules).

I’d like to encourage all members, especially anyone who has never participated in an autocross before, to register and give this a try.

The autocross course is set up on an unused runway at Camarillo Airport. Member volunteers create and lay out a series of twists and turns using orange traffic cones to mark the way. The course is designed for handling more than for speed.

In fact, you probably won’t get going much faster than the top speed of your second

gear (about 50 mph). You’ll have an opportunity to drive your car the way it was designed to be driven, all the while learning about how it handles. You don’t need prior track or autocross experience, but if you want some free in-car coaching, instructors will be available to help you get started.

inspections must be done within the 30 days prior to the event and they are only available for a limited number of cars.

Once again, all registrations will be online. Using Motorsports.reg, simply click on this link: http://tinyurl.com/SBR-Nov-AutoX You’ll get detailed information on the event, see directions, and be able to register your car, provide contact info, and pay on-line. It’s quick and easy.

One SBR member, Pamela Dougherty, participated in her first autocross at our April event. She said: “This was the highlight of my year! I encourage any new autocross drivers not to be shy and participate. I felt so encouraged and welcomed by everyone there. It was such a nice feeling of camaraderie. I had the best instructor who guided me, making me feel very comfortable, even though I had never participated before. And the feeling while driving was just exhilarating.

I cannot wait until the November event!”

For this event, we’re trying something new to save time: pre-event tech inspections. Thanks to two of our sponsors, Rusnak/Westlake Porsche in Thousand Oaks and Schneider Autohaus in Santa Barbara, you’ll be able to have your car tech inspected prior to the November 14th event.

Contact Sam Abregel at Rusnak (805496-6500) or Henry Hinck at Schneider Autohaus (805-962-8015) to arrange an advance inspection of your car. All pre-

Also, for those who would like to volunteer to work the event but do not plan to drive, you should register on-line too, using the URL above.

I encourage you to register and drive this event. An autocross is something all members should experience. Isn’t driving the real reason you own a Porsche? This is your chance! =

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alling all drivers and volunteers! Ladies and gentlemen, it will soon be time to autocross!

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STORY BY DOREEN PANKOW EVENT PHOTOS BY JOHN ALFENITO

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t was a picture-perfect day, and the Santa Barbara Region was indulging in three of the club’s favorite pastimes: driving Porsches, eating delicious food and enjoying the camaraderie of other PCA members. Our region has been holding a Progressive Dinner combined with a spirited drive since the late 1960s. The event includes stops at a member’s home for a first course of salads and appetizers, then on to a fine restaurant for the entrée and ending in a final stop at another member’s home for dessert and coffee.

On Saturday, August 22nd, most of the 85 SBR members participating in the event gathered for check-in at this year’s meeting location. After the drivers’ briefing, we were ready to start the 45-mile cruise, including stops at two members’ homes and the restaurant. The first 24 miles of our drive took us from Westlake Village to Newbury Park through the foothills of the Santa Monica Mountains via Potrero Road where we enjoyed driving over 40 Porsches on some fun, twisty roads. We then turned onto Lynn Road, taking us through Thousand Oaks to Olsen and Moorpark Roads, connecting to Santa Rosa Road and ultimately finding our way to the home of Pat & Cheryl Cable where the Porsche flag was flying out front.

First stop was Pat & Cheryl Cable’s beautiful home in Camarillo

Second stop the Market Broiler restaurant in Simi Valley

We were treated to a delicious variety of garden, spinach and fruit salads. Appetizers included prawns and cocktail sauce, fresh strawberries with a creamy dip, a cheese and cracker tray, and chips with salsa, avocado and onion dips. Iced tea, lemonade and water were also provided to cool us down on this warm summer afternoon. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the Cables’ beautiful home and spacious backyard.

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Continued from page 15 After a few comments by our president, Mike Hodson, we departed for the second leg of the event, a nine-mile drive to the Market Broiler in Simi Valley. There we enjoyed cocktails before the arrival of our entrées, which included caramelized salmon and scallops; snapper Veracruz and shrimp; New York steak; and chicken marsala, all served with tasty accompaniments.

After enjoying a sumptuous meal, we drove another nine miles to our final destination, the beautiful home of George & Hilary North. Once inside, we were treated to a wonderful array of desserts, including a variety of cheesecakes, petits fours and lemon bars. For those of us with a yen for chocolate, there were also chocolate drop cookies and chocolate mints. Many of us sat outside on the patio and lawn to enjoy the comfortable evening temperatures and the good fellowship of friends and excellent food. It was a perfect end to another fun-filled, memorable SBR event.

The club’s sincere thanks go out to our hosts, Pat & Cheryl Cable and George & Hilary North. We greatly appreciate their generosity, warm hospitality and the sharing of their lovely homes. I’d also like to thank Gary & Phyllis Weaver and Dave & Luz Mosesson for all the help they provided with set-up and food preparations at the Cables’ home. It’s our volunteers who make our events so successful, and we appreciate you! =

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19TH ANNUAL PCA/SBR

CHILI COOK-OFF SATURDAY • SEP 19th • 1:30 PM JUDGING AND PRIZES FOR THE WINNERS BOTTLED WATER WILL BE PROVIDED BRING YOUR OWN SOFT DRINKS, WINE OR BEER IF CHILI IS NOT YOUR THING, BRING AN APPETIZER, SALAD, BREAD, OR DESSERT PATIO DINING FOR 75 GUESTS MOTOR COURT PARKING FOR 40 PORSCHES R.S.V.P. TO THE MIDDLEBROOKS BY SEP 12TH At The Home Of:

JIM & TERRY MIDDLEBROOK

12029 PRESILLA ROAD, SANTA ROSA VALLEY (805) 750-1312 theresa.middlebrook@hklaw.com DIRECTIONS: Santa Rosa Road to East Las Posas. Turn North (only way you can go) on East Las Posas to Barranca. Turn right on Barranca to Presilla. Turn left on Presilla. House is 0.3 miles on the right.

COST IS $10 PER PERSON (INCLUDING ACTIVITY FEE) COLLECTED AT THE DOOR PLEASE DRESS FOR OUTDOORS

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DRIVE, WINE & DINE STORY BY DICK LANGE & HOWARD RUBENSTEIN EVENT PHOTOS BY DICK LANGE & RON TANABE

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aturday, July 18, 2015, 73 SBR members, as well as Tom Brown, our Zone 8 representative, gathered at the Santa Barbara Porsche dealership to get started with our eventful day. A delicious array of pastries, fruit, juice and coffee were provided, and everyone had an opportunity to admire each other’s Porsches. People greeted each other and enjoyed conversation with their breakfast treats. Dick Lange climbed to the second story of the dealership to make remarks from the balcony, and photos were taken of the assembled group below.

From the dealership, 40 Porsches left to caravan on Hwy. 154, taking us over the beautiful San Marcos Pass. It was a spectacular sight viewing all those Porsches in that majestic setting. We drove through the Santa Ynez Valley and on through Solvang. We took a left on Alisal Drive, which led us to a scenic country road through tree-shaded dales. The group arrived at the 101 for a short drive before exiting at Santa Rosa Road for a very scenic drive through the outskirts of Buellton. Although many of us have driven these routes before, they never cease to be an awesome experience.

Our first destination was the Lafond Winery, which has a beautiful setting. Many award-winning wines were offered for sampling in the impressive tasting room. A scrumptious spread of breads, crackers, various cheeses, olives, fruits and brownies accompanied the wine tasting indulged in by many of the members.

The winery also has a well-stocked and nicely laid-out gift shop with a variety of items for house and garden. Many were seen browsing the stock and making purchases.

From Lafond, we traveled through the remainder of Santa Rosa Road, another very pleasant country byway, to the town of Lompoc. A right turn onto H Street took us through the main part of town and then onto an exciting drive over the Harris Grade, culminating in our arrival at the 1876 stagecoach and train-stop town of Los Alamos. There we had a delicious lunch at Full of Life Flatbread, where everything is made with natural ingredients. The centerpiece of the dining room is a very large, flaming pizza oven. A serving table was laid, buffet-style, with a chilled, green gazpacho soup and two types of salad. The varied (and interesting) flatbread pizzas were delivered one at a time to the various tables in the room. After lunch, some of our members meandered through this historic town, while others started their leisurely drive home.

Not only did we have a great drive, food and wine, but we also had an opportunity to reacquaint ourselves with some old friends as well as getting to know some of SBR’s newer members. All in all, it was a very successful and pleasant excursion. =

MORE PHOTOS ON THE NEXT PAGE The group gathered on the showroom floor at Santa Barbara Porsche as the day’s adventure was about to begin.

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PRE-CONCOURS DETAIL CLINIC

FOLLOwINg OUR SANTA BARBARA BREAkFAST

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 11AM-2PM AT LAVAggIO IN AgOURA HILLS In preparation for our 39th Annual Concours d’Elegance, we’ve scheduled a Detail Clinic to teach you how to better prepare your car for competition (or fun) in less time. Gain new techniques and discover all the latest products to make your car sparkle. Learn the Zone 8 competition rules and find out exactly what the judges look for when examining a car.

Expert instruction will be provided. A detailing demonstration will show the best way to use the newest products in preparing your Porsche for everything from full concours to wash & shine.

Plus, lunch will be served at the beautiful Lavaggio facility at 30205 Canwood Street, Agoura Hills (Reyes Adobe exit off the 101).

Total price for the entire clinic and lunch is only $20.00 per person (at the door).

If you plan to attend, please make your reservation no later than September 5, 2015. RSVP to Concours Chairs Kenny & Tara Brundrett at: californiasat@gmail.com

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ENTRY FEE: $85.00 PER DRIVER, INCLUDES A BARBECUE LUNCH. • Extra BBQ lunches can be purchased with registration for $20 each.

• Enrollment limited to 65. Registration MUST be done online (see below).

• Course work is mandatory in order to run this Autocross.

• Porsche drivers: THIS IS A ZONE 8 SANCTIONED EVENT FOR POINTS. • More than one person may drive a car, but each driver may drive only one car.

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The Tech Report

Porsche’s Electronic Driving Aids

BY CHRIS ANDROPOULOS Santa Barbara Region Tech Editor

ing control solenoids for each brake caliper, the engine’s electronic throttle body, and to the automatic transmission controls (if equipped).

For the 2010 model year, federal law required that every new light passenger vehicle sold in the US be equipped with electronic stability control as standard equipment. A typical stability control system consists of wheel speed sensors at each corner, a steering wheel angle sensor, and accelerometers that measure the vehicle’s yaw rate (rate of rotation about its axis) and lateral acceleration. These inputs and others are relayed to the electronic control units for the stability control/anti-lock braking system, engine, and transmission via an onboard high-speed data network. The signals are processed by the computers, and instructions are transmitted to various actuators, includ-

Fast forward to the present day, and the 2015 991 Turbo S is the poster child for electronic driving aids that do not hamper the efforts of an enthusiast driver but, in fact, enhance them. Early versions of PSM were high-tech for the time, but the system’s intervention was very obvious and harsh, with a noticeable stuttering sensation as the computer closed the throttle body and actuated various brake calipers as necessary to keep the vehicle on the road. Thanks to sophisticated modern hardware and complex control software, today’s PSM system is seamless in its operation and can make any driver feel like a hero.

Porsche’s first true stability control system, called “Porsche Stability Management” or “PSM,” was introduced as standard equipment on the 2000 996 Carrera 4 model. It was optional on the Carrera 2 and Boxster and also standard on the 2001 Turbo. PSM became standard equipment on the 987/997 (and Cayenne models), and its hardware and control software have continually improved ever since.

To effectively illustrate PSM function along with that of Porsche’s current crop of electronic driving aids, it is instructive to visualize a new 991 Turbo S being driven hard around a tight autocross course by a novice driver.

The proud new owner of the 991 Turbo S is sitting at the starting line of the course, palms sweaty with anticipation while awaiting the starter’s flag. He or she has wisely depressed the “Sport Plus” mode button on the center console, which signals the engine (DME) control module to allow maximum throttle response and the PDK control module to enable optimal gear selection and the fastest shift speed.

The threshold of PSM intervention is also raised to allow for higher handling limits before the electronics take over and save the driver’s bacon.

Because a speedy getaway is crucial to a quick autocross lap, the driver uses the launch control function, holding his/her foot on the brake while flooring the accelerator pedal. The DME control unit holds engine RPM to the optimal setting for a drag race-style launch.

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orsche has a reputation for building some of the purest, most driverfocused cars on the road, but the company has also been an innovator in the implementation of electronic driving aids. The 959 supercar of the 1980s is often mentioned in these pages, as it was the progenitor of the modern Porsche sports car with its electronically controlled all-wheel-drive and anti-lock braking system. Thanks to modern electronics and advanced hardware and software, today’s Porsches are more capable than ever at keeping their drivers out of trouble.

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The Tech Report Porsche’s Electronic Driving Aids Continued from page 23 instantly though the drivetrain with violent force. The rear wheels are allowed to slip momentarily as the PSM control unit monitors the amount of traction available via the wheel speed sensors. Within milliseconds, torque is apportioned to the front wheels by using the magnetic clutch assembly of the Porsche Traction Management (PTM) AWD system. Due to excessive wheelspin, engine torque is reduced slightly by closing the electronic throttle body and incrementally retarding ignition timing and turbocharger boost.

The tires hook up, and the car rockets off the line with sledgehammer force. The driver is blown away by the massive acceleration and immediately backs off the throttle pedal in anticipation of the first left-hand turn. In a completely “analog” car, suddenly closing the throttle while in gear can result in momentary lockup of the driven wheels (especially in conjunction with a downshift), which in extreme cases may result in a loss of control. Luckily for our driver, all PSM systems include MSR, which is the German acronym for “engine torque drag control.” The electronics detect the sudden decrease in the throttle angle input, and the throttle plate is held slightly open as necessary to reduce the shock to the driveline.

Having successfully made it through the first turn, our driver is now confronted by a slalom section that is demarcated by a single line of cones. As the driver weaves through the cones, the body stays flat, and the car turns in with a nimbleness that belies its curb weight of over 3,700 lbs. This is largely thanks to Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC). PDCC is a hydraulically-controlled, active, anti-sway bar system, which uses an engine-driven pump to generate hydraulic pressure. The end links of each anti-roll bar (or “sway bar”) are hydraulic cylinders, which are able to counteract body roll when activated.

The PDCC system taps into ride-height sensors at each corner, which are also utilized by the PASM (Porsche Active Suspension Management) electronically adjustable dampers (“shock absorbers” in American English). The PDCC control unit also considers steering angle, lateral acceleration and more to calculate how much hydraulic pressure to apply or bleed from each actuator to ensure minimal body roll and optimal tire contact patches. Rear wheel steering (see the January 2015 tech section for more info) and active engine mounts also aid slalom performance. (The special magnetic fluid inside the mounts automatically hardens during aggressive driving maneuvers to minimize drivetrain movement.)

After the slalom section, a relatively long straightaway beckons. Our driver is thrilled to exercise all of the 560 horsepower that he or she paid for and does so with gusto. Warp speed is rapidly achieved, and the braking zone for a hard right-then-left chicane looms all too soon.

Again, the driver is caught out by the severity of the turn and mashes the brake pedal with full force, while simultaneously turning the steering wheel to the right in an effort to make the turn.

The impending lockup of the front wheels and the brake fluid pressure sen-

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namics of classic, rear-engined Porsches.

Thankfully, modern electronics are present to save the day. The sudden yaw movement of the heavy rear end is detected by relevant sensors, and before a spectacular pirouette ensues, the outside (right) rear wheel is braked hard to prevent the spin.

This occurs seamlessly, and the driver is able to continue around the sweeper with minimal speed loss.

Another straightaway is entered, and once again both turbochargers spool to their maximum level. The next challenge is a relatively long, sweeping curve to the left, during which our intrepid driver determines that he or she has bitten off far too much and has entered with way too much speed. In a panic, the throttle is lifted and the brakes applied . . .while the steering wheel is turned to the left!

The lap is almost complete leaving only a hard right-left chicane is in between the car and the finish line. The driver eases off and steers hard to the right. The rearaxle steering system obliges and steers the rear wheels in the opposite direction as the front wheels, shortening the wheelbase and reducing the turning radius. Surprised by the sudden turn-in, the driver does not react quickly enough with a counter-steering movement to the left, and the rear end of the car momentarily slides wide to the left. The PSM briefly

The above action represents a cardinal sin to those well versed in the chassis dy-

A right-left S-bend is next, and the driver tries to feed in as much throttle as possible while steering the car. The engine electronics only allow as much torque as necessary to keep the car on its intended trajectory.

brakes the left rear wheel to gather up the car, but not before a cone is slapped and knocked over. Well, computers are not perfect!

Nonetheless, the car straightens out and shoots through the finish line, and the greenhorn driver is astonished by the competitiveness of his or her lap time. It must be said that the above is not meant to be a disparagement to novice drivers; in fact, the current alphabet soup of Porsche driving aids will enhance the ability of all but the most elite of professional drivers!

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is the Service Manager and a technician at Schneider Autohaus in Santa Barbara (a Der Auspuff advertiser). Chris is a lifelong Porsche “nut� and is fascinated with and knowledgeable about all Porsches, from 356s to the latest GT3s. When he’s not racing his daily-driven 944 Turbo at PCA and POC track events, he can be found enjoying the beaches, ocean, and mountains of beautiful Santa Barbara. chris@schneiderautohaus.com

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sor reading indicate that maximum braking effort is requested, and the PSM/ABS control unit modulates the front brake calipers as necessary to ensure maximum deceleration while preventing front wheel lockup. The steering angle and yaw/lateral acceleration inputs are extrapolated to indicate that the driver is desperately attempting to make a right-hand turn, but the lack of front end grip means that the car might understeer and plow straight on. PSM comes to the rescue, and the left front brake caliper is individually squeezed to help the car rotate. The car just makes the right-hand part of the chicane, and the driver saws the wheel to the left to complete the chicane.

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SBR’S UPCOMING EVENTS & DATES OF INTEREST

SEPTEMBER 12

PRE-CONCOURS DETAIL CLINIC

SEPTEMBER 19

19TH ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF

SEPTEMBER 25-27

OCTOBER 18

39TH ANNUAL CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE

NOVEMBER 14

ZONE 8 SBR AUTOCROSS IN CAMARILLO

NOVEMBER 21

GRAPE HARVEST WINE TOUR

DECEMBER 6

DEC 13

PCNA RENNSPORT REUNION V AT LAGUNA SECA

MOTOR 4 TOYS CHARITY CAR SHOW SBR HOLIDAY BRUNCH

KUNDENSPORT PCA MEMBERS PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT

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NEW LOCA TION

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The Zone 8 Page

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Zone 8 Officers

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Zone 8 Representative

Tom Brown

Concours Co-Chair

Treasurer

Grand Prix

San Diego

Brett Mohr

Linda Cobarrubias

Grand Prix

Concours Co-Chair

Betsy Wadman

Secretary

Golden Empire

Skip Carter

Rules Coordinator

Grand Prix

Russell Shon

San Diego

Zone 8 Staff Autocross Chair

Social Media Chair

California Inland

Los Angeles

Chief Driving Instructor

Time Trial/D.E. Chair

Las Vegas

Grand Prix

Club Race Coordinator

Web Master

San Diego

San Diego

David Witteried

Sam Avedon

Dave Hockett

Scott Mann

Karen Garcia Raines

Vince Knauf

AswellTrophy Awards & Engraving Trevor Ashton

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Oxnard, CA 93030 (805) 487-2224 Fax (805) 487-3588

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Stephen F. Doll

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The Membership Report SBR Member Anniversaries 37 Years

Harvey & Fynn Wilson

29 Years

Robert & Stephanie Diaz

28 Years

John H. & Pamela Riffero II

27 Years

Steven Conger

25 Years

13 Years

3 Years

12 Years

2 Years

Vincent Johnson Chuck & Elaine Miwa Daniel Rosenthal

George & Stacie Anthes Charles Devlin Randall & Claire Fishwick Charles & Daniell Gentzler

11 Years

John F.Meaney

Garrick & Kitty Newman Robert & Kathleen Wulf

23 Years

10 Years

Lawrence & Jo Anne Markham

22 Years

Robert Ross

Emmet & Steven Estren John & Janice Koehler Steve & Carol Nicholson Steve & Sharon Zinn

21 Years

9 Years

Stephen Keneally & Leo Shabalin Remmert & Sally Laan

19 Years

James Oldham & Christopher Duran

18 Years

Kent & Tori Bodin Richard & Robin Di Orio Thomas & Sarah Gaither

16 Years

Tim & Julia Francis Salvador Melendez & Cynthia Joann Melendez Peter & Michael Raftery

15 Years

Karen Kahn & Roy Hidestad Tim & Collette Mason

14 Years

Michael & Eric Riba Chester & Joan Yabitsu Sean Ezell & Susanne Shepherd

Howard Grey Dick & Sondra Hostin Ebi & Mary Jo Kuehne Joe & Sherron Mehn Daryl & Kerri Pollard

8 Years

Rick Harris & Sherry Radis Jerry & Pam Lasnik

6 Years

Power Johnson & Jan Van Atta Brian & Tami Palmer

1 Year

Brett Cambern Alejandro Duran Kurt & Shannon Kiefer Jim McElroy Bob Osher Ken Willaims Rick Wood & Carol Holdsworth

SBR DURABLE MAGNETIC MEMBER NAME BADGE Ordering a durable, magnetic SBR name badge is only a click away.

Visit our website, pcasb.org, and click on PCASB Name Badge in the lefthand column. Fill out the order form, send it in with your check, and you’re good to go!

Roy & Stephanie Charles Charles Devlin Elliot Eichner Jon & Mary Ann Valois Carl & Nancy Wesely

New Members & Transfers New Members Leo DeAmicis Santa Barbara 2004 911 Carrera

Barrett Reed Santa Barbara 1985 911 Carrera Targa

Ori & Malka Fogel John & Heather Gray Richard & Karen Imendorf

Henry Gonzales Goleta 2013 911 Carrera

Bradley Smith Santa Barbara 2012 911 Carrera

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Lester Tobias Malibu 2006 911 Carrera

Catherine Nagel Ojai 1997 Boxster

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Peter Nordblad Santa Barbara 2015 911 Turbo S

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Experience the exhilaration of driving your Porsche through history. Roam the hills with free-ranging buffalo, mine for gold at an old miner’s camp, explore some of the world’s largest caves, dine where Calamity Jane and Wild Bill Hickok once called home, tour monuments like Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse. Escape to Rushmore 2015 is a casual, non-competitive event that you will not want to miss.

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South Dakota offers a bounty of beautiful scenery, and wonderful roads to experience. You’ll see some of Rapid City, the headquarters.

After that you’ll catch a glimpse of expansive variety to the south, and then head north.

At Escape 2015, you’ll enjoy awesome variety and appealing activities in all directions. There will be many organized tours and drives to choose from or you can follow maps independently. You and your Porsche will love the variety and choices available for you to make for this luxurious, relaxing weekend in South Dakota.

OCTOBER 1-3, 2015

Check out escape2015.pca.org for updates and registration.

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SBR’s Grape Harvest Tour Saturday, November 21, 2015 NEW EVENT The 2015 edition of the Grape Harvest Tour will lead us to some new and different wine stops.

We’ll take a scenic drive up to the Santa Ynez Valley, taste some delicious wines, and enjoy a gourmet box lunch while taking in some gorgeous views.

Our first stop is Lincourt Vineyard, nestled between Solvang and Los Olivos. We’ll do some tasting before heading on a drive along the back roads, winding our way to Pence Ranch, just outside of Buellton on Hwy. 246. There, we’ll stop to do some wine tasting and have a gourmet box lunch. You can enjoy a picnic on the charming outdoor patio or under the large gazebo up at the pond, taking in the breathtaking views. Finally, after lunch, we’ll head a little farther down the road to the Mediterranean-style Melville Vineyards and Winery to finish out our afternoon.

We’ll meet at 9:15 a.m. at the Santa Barbara Auto Group. Departure will be promptly at 10 a.m.

Your cost for the entire day, including the gourmet box lunch and SBR activity fee, is $25 per person. If you would like to wine taste with lunch at Pence Ranch, we ask that you add $10 tasting fee to your event fee, for a total of $35 per person. Pence Ranch has asked us to pay as a group, rather than individually. Tasting fees at the other two wineries are extra and your responsibility to pay on the day of the event.

The Grape Harvest Tour is limited to 80 people.

Please fill out the registration form below, marking your lunch choices for each participant, and mail it with your check payable to PCA/SBR to: Robert Watt, 308 Zink Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 93111 Questions? rwatt@villagesite.com No refunds for cancellations after November 13, 2015.

Names:_______________________________________________________________ Phone: ______________________________ Email:___________________________ Payment: $25 per person: _________________ Optional $10 per person for Pence Ranch wine tasting at lunch: _________________ Total enclosed: _____________________________________ (payable to PCA/SBR) Sandwich choice for your box lunch(es): ____ Roasted turkey & provolone ____ Roast beef & cheddar ____ Black Forest ham & Swiss ____ Caprese (mozzarella, tomato, basil) ____ Veggie (roasted red peppers, sprouts, lettuce, cucumber, tomato, avocado, provolone) AUSPUFF SEPTEMBER 2O15

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Advertiser Directory Aswell Trophy................................27 Auctions America, Matt Malamut...12 Automotion..................................IBC Paul Bancroft Roofing.......................4 Walt Branscome, SBAG..................27

PCA/SBR Classifieds FOR SALE – TWO TIRES Two Yokohama ADVAN S.4 tires 225/40R18 92W (50% tread) $50 for both OBO. Ted Lighthizer (805)422-8217 (08/15) 2004 TURBO CABRIOLET – FOR SALE Atlas Grey w/ graphite grey full leather, 54k miles, x-50, COA, Yellow Calipers, Yellow Belts, Yellow Stitching, Interior Painted ext color. Bose Stereo w/ custom XM Satellite Radio, Nav, Chrome Turbo Twist Wheels. No Racing, No Track time. Schneider Serviced.

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1986 Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe – For Sale Guards Red with Champagne Leather (G1G1/74) California car, original window sticker, 2nd owner, garage stored.

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Major service on 12/18/14 @ 212,142 miles. $25,000 OBO. Contact Randy Foster (805) 501-3346 randyfoster@dealercover.com (03/15)

DSR Audio.....................................21 5 Day Tire Stores...........................12 David Fox, State Farm Insurance.....29 Ghost Shield..................................29 Hoverdogs.......................................5 Lavaggio, The Art of Detailing...........5 Los Angeles Dismantler..................27 McAuliffe Financial Services..........21 Morgan Stanley, George Rasher......31 NAI Capital, Stephen F. Doll.............27 North Hollywood Speedometer.........5 The Porsche Boutique....................31 Premier Coach...............................14 RS Enterprises...............................12 Rusnak Westlake Porsche.....IFC & 11 Santa Barbara Auto Group..............BC Schneider Autohaus.......................32

1986 Porsche 944 Turbo Race/Track Car FOR SALE – PRICE REDUCED! Full NASCAR style cage, all the best components/workmanship, 430 rear wheel HP, 2400 lbs. Big brakes, 968 six speed transmission/ with cooler, Excellent condition, $100k+ invested. Very fast, safe, reliable, economical to race & easy to drive. Located in Santa Barbara. Asking $24,500 obo. Please Contact Steve Keneally cell: (617) 838-4648 or e-mail: info@ americanglobal.org for pictures & full specs. (03/15) Der Auspuff accepts classified advertising limited to 50 words or less for Porsche cars, parts, and Porsche-related items. Ads are free to PCA SBR members in good standing and will run for a maximum of three (3) months. Ads are free to other PCA members in good standing as space permits and will also run for a maximum of three (3) months. Ads will be accepted for non-members as space permits for a fee of $10 per month, per ad. Please notify the Editor if sold. Der Auspuff is not responsible for the accuracy of any ad or claims made by advertisers, and does not warrant or guarantee the condition of items offered for sale. Der Auspuff reserves the right to edit or refuse to print any ad it deems inappropriate. Please submit ads directly to the Editor at DerAuspuff@gmail.com

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Explore Coronado Island MLK Weekend 2016

NEW EVENT

The magical island of Coronado in San Diego Bay will be the destination of SBR members during the 2016 Martin Luther King, Jr. Weekend, January 15 – 18, with an optional extra day on the 19th.

Our host hotel for the weekend will be the Glorietta Bay Inn, a truly historic structure located across the street from the incredible Hotel Del Coronado.

For details, visit its website at www.gloriettabayinn.com Our stay will include tours of the Del, an incredible food tour of local restaurants, a mesmerizing walking tour of the historic section of town (including the home of the Duchess of Windsor), and a trolley tour of the downtown and historic areas of San Diego. Three special restaurants have been reserved for our group meals, and there will be time for shopping and individual exploration of the area.

The best part of these long weekend adventures that our club offers is the joy and friendship enjoyed by the participants. If you are interested, contact Nicolas Liakas at 818-706-6016 or nicolasliakas@ gmail.com. Do so at your earliest convenience as space is limited. You will receive a more detailed plan for the weekend as well as registration information and costs. Updated information will be posted in the OCT Der Auspuff. Join the fun; don’t miss out!

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