Only one day out from the calendar date of 911, Sunday the 1Oth of November was chosen by PCV to host the much anticipated PCV celebration of the 50th Anniversary tribute to what many of us regard as the most remarkable car to have ever been produced regardless of it’s model designation. To remind us of the timeless beauty that the Stuttgart gods have bestowed upon us for the past 50 years, attendees were treated to a feast of modern and classic versions of this motoring icon that covered each of the model registers both on and in front of our greatest and most iconic sporting arena the MCG. The morning started quite crisply, some enjoyed coffee to warm up, others were warmed by the excitement of having their vehicle upon the hallowed turf or being permitted to stand upon the legendary MCG to photograph this spectacular moment. The four chosen vehicles spanned the decades in John Orchards 1965 901, Ron Widdison’s G Series Carerra CS, Michael O’Brien’s stunning 993 Turbo and Neil Drew’s new 991 baby. A further seven vehicles were lined up on the concourse of the ‘G’ to complete the full model representation and we were extremely fortunate with thanks to Stuart Kay and Michael Browning to have the first ever RHD 911 in Australia take the pride of place in this display. The magnificent vehicles making up the display were Henry Arundel’s G Series, Michael Dennis’s 930, Marcus Lethlean’s 964, Andrew Bonwick’s 993, Alf Carrigan’s 996 and Arthur Spyropoulos’s 997 GT3 RS. PCV were joined by the Type 901 register who brought a stunning selection of 901’s that resulted in a presentation of a further 70
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vehicles immediately opposite the concourse display in the Yarra Car Parks. The display was comprised of over 50 911’s and offered a stunning selection of cars for PCV members to mingle amongst and for members of the public to admire. After much mingling and taking of photos it was off to lunch in the Harrison Room within the MCG where we were treated to spectacular views over the hallowed turf. Members were welcomed by our President Peter Harrison and a wonderful buffet luncheon was enjoyed by all before we were treated by our esteemed speaker Michael Browning the well-respected motoring journalist & Porsche enthusiast. Michael took us all on the journey of the creation of the 9l I & recanted many stories of the early days including Alan
Hamilton’s racing achievements followed by the history of the 911’s evolution that was set to a magnificent selection of photographs never seen before by many of the attendees. A thank you to all attendees & participants who arrived early for the displays and to Carly for all of her hard work with the event was delivered by Felix whilst coffee and tea was served before the magnificent collection of Porsches made their way home to be tucked safely away in their garages.