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Volume 30 Issue 4, October 2026

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contents 9

VIR Executive

President’s Message

A Note from the Editor

Feature - Pursuing Perfection

The 30th Anniversary Event

Tech Talk

In The Zone

VI Region Reports

New Members and Anniversaries

In Memoriam – Wendy Woodley

AGM Information

Stories from the Road – Past Events.

Around the Bend – Upcoming Events

Porsche Pets

Cover Photo: Eric Maitland Porscher

Vancouver Island Region PCA

Executive

Board President

Paul Rossmo

president@virpca.org

Vice President

Imogen Burr

vicepresident@virpca.org

Secretary

Kevin Root

secretary@virpca.org

Treasurer

Peter D. Everett

treasurer@virpca.org

Director North Island

Marc Klijnsmit

northisland@virpca.org

Director Mid Island

Didier Moinier

midisland@virpca.org

Director South Island

Ray Gumbel

southisland@virpca.org

Chairs and Appointed Positions Club Liaison

Pat Lote

clubliaison@virpca.org

Database IT

Steve Fairbrother

steve.fairbrother@gmail.com

Events

Tim Evans

events@virpca.org

Insurance

James Renfrew

porsche@jamesrenfrew.com

Magazine

Karen Bresler

editor@virpca.org

Membership

Santanna Portman

membership@virpca.org

Past President

Garth Webber Atkins pastpresvir@shaw.ca

Rally

Klaus Kreye

rally@virpca.org

Tech/Classics

Paul Rossmo

paul.rossmo@prhistorics.com

Volunteer Coordinator

Monika Parker

volunteer@virpca.org

Webmaster

Dave Nickel

webmaster@virpca.org

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President’s message As we approach our Annual General Meeting this October, I find myself reflecting on the journey we have shared over the past three years. Serving as your President has been a privilege, and as my term ends, I want to express my sincere gratitude. I have been fortunate to work alongside an outstanding Board of Directors and a dedicated group of Chairs. Their commitment, wisdom, and vision have helped guide our club through many important milestones. I am equally grateful to the many members who work tirelessly behind the scenes. The volunteers who ensure that every event runs smoothly and every member feels at home. Their quiet hard work is the backbone of our Porsche community. At this year’s AGM, our club will once again choose a new team to lead us through the coming years. They will shape our direction, our culture, and the events and experiences we share as a club. A strong, vibrant club relies on the active voice and vision of its members, the club needs your participation, engagement, and fresh ideas. Whether you have been a member for decades or joined us only recently, your perspective matters. I strongly encourage everyone to attend the AGM, share your thoughts, and take an active role in helping define our next chapter. Thank you for the opportunity to serve as your President and for the trust, support, and friendship you have given me over these past three years. Paul Rossmo, President

The 2025/26 Board of Directors and Chairs at the 30th Anniversary Celebration Photo: Dean Gaschermann

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A note from the editor Fall feels like preparation for hibernation. Many of the Porsches get their covers on, and don’t come out again until the Spring. It is a time of quiet renewal. We have had another vigorous year under the spirited leadership of the current Executive. The energy and hours spent by the Executive each month running VIRPCA are extensive. The Annual General Meeting is on October 25. Attending the AGM is an opportunity to participate. You can vote for the new Executive, or you may feel called to offer up your own strengths and talents. The seasons ahead are a time to plan, and build on what we already have in place, as well as look at areas for growth. In this issue, we feature a talented motorsport racer, Mantoiné Olivier as she takes us on her journey in Pursuit of Perfection. Mantoiné highlights how much we can learn from motorsport and apply to our own lives; she also embodies living your dream and following your passion. It was an exhilarating experience interviewing Mantoiné, as she embraced fully, the telling of her story. It felt as if we were physically racing around the track. We follow this article with a photo journal report on the main 30th Anniversary event held in July. We had three official photographers who produced over 600 photographs and I have had a hard time selecting some of my favourites to illustrate this special day. By all accounts, members had fun and left with a very special souvenir grill badge. We also printed the July issue of the Porscher which was numinous.

Karen Bresler, Editor Porscher is published quarterly in the months of January, April, July, and October.

Our “Tech Talk” contributor is Dean Gaschermann who has completed extensive research on oil for your Porsche and offers us the first part of a two-part article. Region Reports follow, including an In Memoriam, written by Albert Burgand, for Wendy Woodley, a former Area Director of VIRPCA and much-loved member. We received several member submissions reporting on some of our events over the Summer. Find them in Stories from the Road. Thank you to Didier Brard, Garth Webber Atkins, Bob Drew, Grant and Janice Denluck for your contributions. Porsche Pets shows the sweetness of being in the moment - enjoying the sights and smells with your favourite humans and Porsche. It is in the present moment that we find our joy, and dogs especially know how to model this for us. To close, I share a photo with our outgoing President, Paul Rossmo, taken at the start of the 30th Anniversary event. I want to acknowledge Paul for his many, many hours of dedication to VIRPCA, and this magazine, as well as being supportive of several new initiatives. I look forward to working with the new President and Executive in Porscher, the voice of Vancouver Island Region. Karen Bresler Porscher

Photo: Nina Ferentinos

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Pursuing Perfection By Karen Bresler

Photo credit as noted

“During the pandemic I purchased my first Porsche.” “I realized that ‘someday” is a moving goal-post. So I started pursuing my passion for driving, and two years after my first lapping session I found myself racing wheel to wheel! Meet Mantoiné Olivier, as she takes us a little way on her journey of living into her passion for racing. She offers us a perspective on the joy of driving at your personal limits and then “asking more of yourself.” Mantoiné explains though that “It was a challenging journey because it brought me to realize I was not the great driver I thought myself to be. Up until that point, I thought I was exceptional. Track days taught me otherwise! I truly wanted to be good at it. However, I had a lot of learning to do.” The process of re-learning and re-programming new driving techniques proved very challenging. As time passed, Mantoiné’s fixation only grew. The more laps she collected, the more she would strive to be completely one with the car- it evokes, she says, a certain calm, a quietness.

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The goal is reaching this state on a consistent basis.

It’s ever evolving and can be elusive. Perfection is never quite attained in circuit racing. It is the pursuit thereof that keeps us driving.

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intuitive driver. That being said: “A detail-oriented approach does have its time and place.” She states. “Setting up the car for optimum performance requires more of a “thinking hat”. There are several considerations such as track conditions, tire compound and wear, suspension settings and expected/unexpected weather conditions. The ability to work with said variables and think quick on one’s feet is critical, and always a work in progress.” She continues: “Even still, despite all the thinking and planning, sometimes the only thing to do is go out there and just drive the very best you can.”

Photo: Karen Bresler

Mantoiné believes Ayton Senna said it best: “And suddenly I realized I was no longer driving the car consciously, I was driving it by a kind of instinct, only I was in a different dimension” A very quiet power emanates from this woman who says she has always loved cars. She has a certainty about who she has always been at her core, with wisdom to know she is on a journey. Mantoiné says she was Influenced by a father who was a very passionate driver.

“Before a race, I am always very nervous. Its gear up, buckle up, drive in to pre-grid, and then…wait.” During this time Mantoiné finds it important to keep a centre. Nerves can escalate, and the best way to keep them at bay is a simple self-reminder: “I know the car. I know the track. Just have fun and drive.” From pre-grid all racers go on track for a reconnaissance lap behind a safety car and a rolling start to the race follows. The moment the flag drops, Mantoiné says “there is no longer any room for emotion or hesitation. All space you can allow for are the tires on the tarmac.”

As we discuss what racing is, Mantoiné explains that she does not allow herself to overthink on track, and getting over analytical can be detrimental. When focusing too much, on ‘brake-point, entry, apex, exit’ time is lost time . “I’m more of an instinctive and

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“To me, high-performance driving is freedom.” A racer himself, Maintoine’s husband Uli acts as team boss, engineer, pit crew, mechanic and moral support.

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In August 2026 at the Mugello Circuit (the Ferrari test track) in Italy, Mantoiné was the only female driver. She says it is a very technical, high-speed track, with a one kilometer straightaway ending with a blind crest leading into turn one. Temperatures reached 41 degrees Celsius. “The tires get greasy – meaning low traction and lots of understeer and oversteer moments!” “I do not want to be the female driver out there – I am just a driver.” Photo: Karen Bresler

Although racing might seem easy to spectators, Mantoiné and Uli know the intensity behind the wheel. What it takes to remain focused, whilst driving at an optimal level, keeping the car balanced, negotiating competing traffic, having to deviate from the ideal line at times, as well as avoiding contact with other race cars. The physical toll can be just as daunting – after a mere 30 minutes in the car, Mantoiné exits the vehicle drenched in perspiration. Since her early youth, Mantoiné has never strayed from her love of racing. It is a true, unbridled passion she has carried with her for decades. In her words: “I never imagined that I could be this deeply immersed in Motorsport. It is truly remarkable that we can race Porsche and participate in track life to this extent.” The Porsche brand has always been Mantoiné’s favourite. When Mantoiné first started racing at Area 27, she was the only woman competing. She holds a firm belief that there is no place for gender in racing. “When we’re all out there on track, we are equal.” While having to deal with outdated stigmas on occasion, Mantoiné finds most men in the community are welcoming to female competitors, and up for the challenge. “I do not want to be the female driver out there – I am just a driver.” Mantoiné’s presence on the track appears to be a source of inspiration as, since her involvement, there have apparently been several competitive female drivers that have joined her.

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Pictured above at the Nürburgring. Mantoiné says that this year she and Uli drove the Nordschleife and the Grand Prix circuits combined. One lap is 25.378 km, with a high-speed straightaway at Döttinger Höhe. Her recorded top speed was 286 km/h. Early on, racing taught Maintoné that there is a fine balance in everything, With the pendulum always swinging, life is about finding that fine balance. “As a person with extremist tendencies, driving serves as a great reminder.”

Photo: Karen Bresler

Mantoiné races a 2004 986 Boxster S, fully caged, with a fire suppression system. It has a KW coil over race suspension with RSS lower control arms and a Tarret swaybar set up. Tuned 2000 Boxster S engine, a Circuit Werks header system with a full cat delete , and a Borla race muffler, it runs on Continental Extreme Contact Sport 02 street tires which is mandatory for the GT27 series at Area 27. “Incidents, accidents, bumps and bruises will always be”, Mantoiné opines. “I was in a race on the Saturday, I had a good qualifying, I was starting in a pretty good position…I saw him coming and committed to turn one.” With brakes screeching, the other car approached and clipped the rear of Mantoiné’s car, sending her into a spin. She had to wait for the rest of the pack to pass before reentering the race. During the initial

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contact, her first reaction was an adrenaline-fuelled flash of anger at the other driver. However, after the race she describes him as “a really nice guy who simply misjudged the speed differential in our two different categories of vehicles.”

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Mantoiné believes the sentiment here is thisregardless of what incidents transpire, and though we may perceive them in a negative light, often they ultimately serve a greater purpose. Such incidents, big or small, propel us towards periods of selfreflection and growth. There is always the possibility for a situation to go awry in seconds on the track. After all, “high-performance driving is a contact sport at times” Mantoiné quips. In her perspective, it is what you choose to do with those experiences that make up what kind of driver you can be.

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“Don’t worry about what everyone else is doing, just race the course” Uli and Mantoiné’s dynamic is like a well-oiled machine. On one occasion, Mantoiné’s car was extremely close to overheating. She radioed in: “Uli this car is getting really hot, it’s not showing red yet but it’s a millimetre away!” Uli replied “Is it red? “ “I say no ” Uli replied: “Push!” In this case it turned out well. Mantoiné said she was not ready to come off track yet Both Mantoiné and Uli are aware of the risk that “pushing” in situations like this could lead to a fire or potentially catastrophic damage. It’s a fine line to tread, but with their combined knowledge and experience, this is a team that is virtually unstoppable on the track. “We do take all the safety precautions , but there is always risk.”

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Mantoiné often pokes fun at her own overthinking. When driving at the limit, any small noise could be the cause of something hazardous. It takes a certain mental shift to be able to compartmentalize, and focus on the drive. Mantoiné uses this story to illustrate the strength behind the racing frame of mine. To deactivate the

tense component of our brain, whilst constantly assessing a situation is a skill within itself. In earlier years, while playing MarioKart with her two children, Mantoiné would advise them: “Don’t worry about what everyone else is doing, just race the course.” Now this rings truer than ever, as she speeds the course of her lifelong dream, leaving nothing but tire marks in her wake. Editor’s Note: Here is a great Instagram piece from LIV Magazine (livmagazine.ca) featuring Mantoiné on the track, Uli supporting her, and visuals of the other racers at Area 27.

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https://www.instagram.com/reel/Da8Jk7ADAvK/?stkn=MW85eTFoaTNlczR0Ng==

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The 30th Anniversary event By Karen Bresler

Photos as credited

Photo: Eric Maitland

The 30th Anniversary was celebrated on July 11, 2026 at Cherry Point Winery in the Cowichan Valley. One of the many events celebrating the Anniversary Year, this one was the flagship event. We were lucky to have three talented photographers on site, Dean Gascermann, Eric Maitland and Wyman Lee whose photographs captured the special moments. Sifting through over 600 stunning photographs, it was hard to pick only a few to capture the essence of the celebration. The presentations of a few special cars were extremely popular, pointing for a thirst to know more about the cars that bring us together, in addition to all the other opportunities VIRPCA offers for connection.

Photo: Wyman Lee

Thanks to all the Board, Chairs and the volunteers who brought it all together effortlessly on the day.

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Photos: Wyman Lee

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Photos: Dean Gaschermann

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Photos: Eric Maitland

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Above: Bill Johnson presenting his GT3RS Weissach edition Photo: Wyman Lee Below: Gregory Campbell’s presentation of his Devin and 904. Photo: Dean Gaschermann

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Ernie Yakomovitch, a founding member, displayed his 2015 Porsche 918 Spyder Photo: Dean Gaschermann

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Photo: Eric Maitland

Bryce Holtz, a founding member, had a birthday the following day which we celebrated with a card signed by all his VIRPCA friends. Photo Eric Maitland

Photos: Eric Maitland

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Photo: Eric Maitland

Special thanks to the magazine’s advertiser The Sidney Pier Hotel for providing the grand prize of a stay at their hotel in the Grand Suite, together with Dinner and Spa certificates. The lucky winner was Sheila Jager. Sidney Pier had a wonderful display at the event, and the spa offered hand massages Thanks also to advertisers present on the day - Porsche Victoria, Luigi from Goodfellas Cigar Shop in Victoria, and Nina Ferentinos from Unique Accommodations. A special token of recognition was given to each advertiser for their support. I was at The Sidney Pier Hotel recently and bumped into Haylen Grigg, the Brand and Marketing Manager. Haylen showed me where their recognition award is placed in their lobby area. Photo: Karen Bresler

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along a few Porsche mats to add to the fun of the draw. The door prizes produced a lot of laughs, and wistful sighs, with the broadest smile of all provided by Sheila Jager when she won the main prize donated by Sidney Pier, followed by Joanne Botten when she won the pepito fabric bag from Porsche Victoria, one of the many door prizes from Porsche Victoria.

Photo: Wyman Lee

Porsche Victoria put on a great display with some beautiful Porsches and door prizes that had us all envious of the winners. Nina Ferentinos from Unique Accommodations impressed by getting to know the most members in a day and Luigi from Goodfellas Cigar Shop assisted with demonstrating the art of cigar smoking.

Our hosts, Maria and Xavier of Cherry Point Estate Winery went the extra mile to ensure the grounds were perfect for the cars, even painting the Cherry Point Estates barrel with a new coat of paint for the occasion and ensuring not only the welcome mat was out but that the words “Welcome Porsche” were placed on the barrel too. Food service was excellent and the wine tasting room was very busy. The Spa from the Sidney Pier Hotel offered hand massages which felt out of this world and provided some unexpected pampering on the spot. Ice cream by Udderly’s Ice cream in Cowichan Bay finished off the meal. The last order of business was getting the current Executive lined up for a photograph, something I have been trying to co-ordinate since the start of the year. With everyone’s schedules and travel plans, this was not an easy feat.

Photo: Dean Gaschermann

We had other sponsors and advertisers too who sent door prizes: Griot’s Garage donated the popular car cleaning kits; Ronneveldt Tea donated a tray of tea goodies including a glass teapot and mugs; Trace Hart donated artwork and Gorden Halkett brought Porscher

This event would not have been possible without all the volunteers who came out early, starting with the convoys of cars from both sides of the island. Area Directors, Ray Gumbel, Marc Klijnsmit and Didier Moinier lead their respective areas with sweeps. Doug Cox was parking team lead with Paul Rossmo, and when you look at the photos of the parked Porsches, you know they did an amazing job. Frank Kelly also assisted with parking. The Registration team greeted everyone and handed out the packages. Thank you to our dazzling 26

Registration Team Pat Lote, Barbara Gumbel and Anne Blair who dressed themselves in a most glittering array. Monika Parker, Volunteer Co-ordinator headed the team of volunteers, showing that events like this only happen when people pitch in and help. Deb Cox took charge of the sale of VIRPCA Merchandise, with Steve Fairbrother. I don’t think there was anyone there who worked harder that day than Deb and Steve. We still have a few pieces of merchandise left over from the 30th so be sure to place your order on MSR while stocks last.

photographers -Eric Maitland, Whyman Lee and Dean Gaschermann. Lastly, thanks to the Board and Chairs for all the hard work they do behind the scenes. VIRPCA is volunteer driven. As anyone who has volunteered will tell you, it’s a labour of love and is also the gift that keeps on giving, because being a part of the bigger picture gives you so much more than you can ever imagine. The AGM is scheduled this month. Consider offering your strengths to the club. Karen Bresler

Photo: Wyman Lee

Ruby Zelotes also assisted wherever she was needed. Our three talented photographers produced the photographic record of the day. Thank you to our

Photo: Eric Maitland

President and Directors Photo: Dean Gaschermann

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Tech Talk By Dean Gaschermann

Photo: Wyman Lee

As a new Porsche owner of a sans-CPO ten-year-old third-owner 2015 981 Cayman GTS with a history of taking cars apart, I had no hesitation to take over the maintenance of this machine with my own bare hands. In doing so, I never thought that I would open the proverbial can of ‘worms (or oil) that has become a consuming venture into extending my knowledge of what engine oils are, what they are made from, what additives and detergents are added to specialize performance and meet specifications; to how using an oil analysis routine in your maintenance schedule can show indicators of wear well before catastrophic failure. Part two of this series will get more into the analysis of a used oil analysis in an attempt to show what all that information means, while here and now I will provide some information regarding how engine oils are made and some warm up procedures I wish I knew in my first year of ownership. I am by no means a tribologist, but here it goes… At its core, automotive engine oils are highly engineered liquid barriers designed to prevent moving metal surfaces from touching. Consisting of two primary components: Base Oil (75% to 85%), which provides the hydrodynamic fluid film, and an Additive Package (15% to 25%), which enhances performance, fights chemical breakdown, and protects surfaces under extreme pressure.

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Severely altered crude oil molecules. Legally sold as "Full Synthetic" in North America. They offer great everyday performance but break down sooner under high performance or extreme track temperatures. •

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Group I & II (Mineral Oils, Hydrocracked): Traditional refined crude oil. Group I is mostly obsolete in automotive use; Group II is standard for basic, low-cost conventional street oils.

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Group IV (Polyalphaolefins - PAO): True chemically synthesized uniform molecules built from pure gas. They exhibit an incredibly high natural resistance to intense heat, high shear strength, and excellent cold-flowing properties.

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The Different Base Oils (The Foundation) Base oils are categorized by the American Petroleum Institute (API) into five distinct groups based on their refining process, chemical structure, and performance limits. [Crude Oil] ──> Group I (Solvent Refined) ──> Group II (Hydrocracked) ──> Group III (Hydroisomerized) [Synthesized Chemicals] ──> Group IV (PAO) ──> Group V (Esters, PAGs, etc.)

Group III (Hydrocracked Hydrocarbons):

Group V (Esters, PAGs, etc.): Any synthetic base oil not covered by Group IV. Esters are highly expensive synthesized chemical bases derived from plant or animal fatty acids. They feature natural polarity (they are magnetically attracted to bare metal, preventing dry starts) and possess unmatched thermal stability.

Many oil manufacturers that produce products certified for Porsche will use a blend of Group III, IV and V Base oils, while adding their proprietary blend of additives and detergents to lower viscosity breakdown, carry contamination to the filter, breakdown acids, and friction modifiers that create a shear layer. Porsche A40 and C40 specifications represent two distinct eras of engine technology and emissions compliance and officially issues two primary modern specifications: •

Porsche A40: Formulated for high-SAPS (Sulfate Ash, Phosphorus, Sulfur) profiles. It covers almost all gasoline Porsche engines 28

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from 1984 to 2018 (including classic aircooled engines and early water-cooled

shear-stable polymers or rely entirely on robust base oils to limit polymer breakdown.

blocks up to the 991.1 generation). It allows for massive anti-wear additive reserves (ZDDP).

Anti-Wear & Extreme Pressure Agents

Porsche C40: Formulated for mid-SAPS emissions compliance. It is mandatory for 2019+ Porsche models equipped with Gasoline Particulate Filters (GPFs), such as the 992 Carrera, 718 GT4, and modern turbocharged Macans/Cayennes. It strictly caps the phosphorus and ash levels to protect the exhaust particulate matrix.

Viscosity Index Improvers (VIIs) Polymers added to engine oil are called Viscosity Index Improvers (VIIs). They are the secret to how a multi-grade oil (like a 5W-40) function. Base oils thin out rapidly as they get hot. A pure 5-weight oil flows great in colder weather but would thin out to the consistency of water at operating temperature, causing engine failure. VIIs are microscopic, coiled-up polymer molecules that react to temperature. When the oil is cold, they remain coiled up allowing the oil to flow as a 5weight fluid, as the temperature rises, the VIIs uncoil expanding into long, tangled, chain-like structures. These tangled chains physically restrict the movement of the oil molecules, thus slowing down the rate at which the oil flows. A hot 40-weight oil is still physically much thinner and flows much faster than a cold 5-weight oil. The polymers simply ensure that when the oil reaches operating temperature, it retains enough viscosity to provide a protective fluid barrier between moving engine parts that the hot 5-weight is unable to do on its own. Under high RPMs or heavy loads, these moving parts can mechanically chop the VII polymer chains in half. This is called viscosity shear, and over time it permanently thins out the oil where a 40-weight oil at operating temperature performs with a viscosity of a 20 or 30-weight oil, which under high loads may cause premature wear. High-end oils use highly

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These additives form a sacrificial, microscopic chemical film on metal surfaces when the oil film itself is physically squeezed out under immense load. • Zinc Dialkyl Dithiophosphate (ZDDP) is the absolute gold standard of anti-wear chemistry. Under heat and high load (like the aggressive lobe-to-tappet contact on Porsche camshafts), the Zinc and Phosphorus molecules react with the iron surfaces to form a glass-like phosphate pad. This prevents metal-on-metal welding. •

Soluble Organo-Molybdenum (Moly Trimer / Moly Carbamate) acts as both an anti-wear agent and a highly potent friction modifier. In Porsches with Lokasil or Alusil cylinder walls (M96/M97 and early 9A1 engines), Molybdenum plates onto the silicon particles embedded in the aluminum engine block. This drastically reduces friction and stops cylinder bore scoring, a prominent failure point on older water-cooled Porsches.

Detergents (Cleaning & Acid Neutralization)

Detergents do not just keep the engine clean; they neutralise highly corrosive acidic byproducts of combustion. They are metallic salts that contribute significantly to the oil's Sulfated Ash content. •

Calcium Alkyl Salicylate Widely considered the highest-tier detergent base. It offers excellent high-temperature cleanliness, outstanding antioxidant properties, and leaves less abrasive ash behind compared to older sulfonates. It maintains the Total Base Number (TBN) efficiently.

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Calcium Sulfonate / Calcium Phenate Highefficiency, traditional detergent. Phenates excel at ring-belt cleanliness and preventing varnish deposition on pistons. Sulfonates offer massive acid-neutralizing power,

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Magnesium Salicylate / Magnesium Sulfonate are crucial for modern Porsche TGDI engines. Magnesium completely alters the pre-ignition characteristics of oil droplets in the combustion chamber. Replacing Calcium with Magnesium fundamentally eliminates Low-Speed Pre-Ignition (LSPI)—a catastrophic phenomenon where the fuel/oil mix ignites early, cracking pistons. It provides acid neutralization without triggering LSPI.

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Dispersants (Polyisobutylene Succinimides) are non-metallic chemicals that act like molecular nets. When soot, carbon, or moisture enters the crankcase, dispersants wrap around individual contaminant particles, keeping them suspended harmlessly in the oil. This prevents the particles from clotting together to form thick, engine-clogging sludge, keeping them afloat until they reach the oil filter.

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Anti-Foaming Agents (Silicone Polymers) As a crankshaft spins at thousands of RPMs through the oil pan, it acts like a giant blender. Foamy oil contains air bubbles, and air bubbles cannot support heavy mechanical loads. Anti-foaming agents dramatically lower the oil's surface tension, causing air bubbles to instantly pop so the oil pump pumps pure liquid, not foam.

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expensive oil additive. Tungsten chemically reacts under high pressure and temperature to form an ultra-slick, surface-smoothing ceramic layer. It creates an incredibly low coefficient of friction and protects high-load bearings and valve gear when traditional ashproducing additives are chemically restricted by emissions laws.

Oil Temperature

A large amount of engineering goes into each manufacturer’s blend to acquire specific performance and eco/environmental targets. Most of these qualities are measured at operating temperatures. Specifically ensuring that the oil reaches operating temperature before applying a heavy load to the engine is essential to prolonging the life of any vehicle and minimizing preventable wear. Due to the tighter tolerances within Porsches high-performance engines require the operator to be even more patient before full use of the right foot. The following is likely not an exhaustive list of recommended warm-up protocols, but these do hit as some of the more popular:

Air-Cooled Engines (356, 912, 911 up to 993) •

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The 15-Minute Rule: Air-cooled engines take much longer to reach operating temperature than water-cooled cars. Expect to drive gently for at least 15 minutes before pushing the engine.

Organo-Borate / Boron-Nitrogen Dispersant compounds serve dual roles. As an ashless dispersant, Boron keeps soot and sludge suspended in the oil so they cannot clump together. Chemically, Boron forms a powerful synergy with ZDDP, making a thinner ZDDP layer tougher and slicker, allowing C40 oils to match A40 wear performance despite having less Zinc.

Do Not Idle to Warm Up: Start the car and drive away immediately after the oil pressure needle stabilizes (usually 5 to 10 seconds). Excessive idling causes uneven heating and can foul spark plugs due to rich startup mixtures.

Specialty & Synergistic Additives

Advanced compounds used to supplement or compensate for restricted ZDDP levels, especially in C40 emission-compliant lubricants.

Soluble Tungsten / Wolfram (Tri-nuclear Additive Tech) is an extremely high-end,

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Watch the Oil Temperature, Not Pressure: Do not exceed 3,000–3,500 RPM until the oil temperature needle moves past the first main marker (typically around 65°C to 80°C / 150°F to 175°F).

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are built with a mix of magnesium/aluminum cases and steel internals. Drive gently under light load to allow these different metals to expand at a matching, gradual rate to prevent oil leaks and premature wear. •

catalytic converters. Wait 30 to 60 seconds until the engine naturally drops to its standard idle (around 700–800 RPM) before driving away.

Mind the Expansion Rates: These engines

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Ignore the Coolant Gauge: The water temperature gauge rises rapidly and will reach its normal position long before the engine is actually warm.

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Monitor Oil Temperature Explicitly: Keep engine speeds below 4,000 RPM and avoid wide-open throttle until the oil temperature screen reads at least 82°C (180°F). Cold, thick oil cannot properly protect the highstress valve trains or variable valve timing systems.

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Prevent Cylinder Scoring: Gentle loading during warm-up is critical for early watercooled engines (M96/M97). Putting a high load on a cold engine causes the pistons to expand faster than the Lokasil/Nikasil cylinder bores, which is a primary driver of localized cylinder scoring.

Vary the Engine Speed: Keep the RPMs moving during the warm-up drive. Avoid sitting at a constant highway speed or letting the engine lug (driving in too high a gear at low RPM).

Water-Cooled Engines (986/996 through Modern 718/992) •

Wait for the Cold-Start Idle Drop: Upon start-up, modern water-cooled Porsches engage in a "cat-heating" cycle, idling high (around 1,200–1,500 RPM) to warm up the

• Avoid High-Load Lugging: Turbocharged

direct-injection (DFI) models generate massive low-end torque. Forcing the engine

to accelerate hard at low RPM when cold creates extreme cylinder pressures that remove cold oil film layers. Similar to how a blood test will provide your doctor information concerning your health, in Part two of this series I will describe what and how a used oil analysis is and how it provides information concerning your engine’s internal health, what to look for and how maintaining regular testing will allow to see changes that would normally go unnoticed. Until then keep your oil warm and all four on the ground! Dean Gaschermann

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In the Zone From Brad Pape, Zone 6 Representative Welcome to the Fall edition of In The Zone. September was a month of bigger events for Kelly and me. At the very end of August, Kelly and I entered a Scavenger Hunt in Kamloops which we didn’t win but, we didn’t divorce either. It was great fun and well organized by the members in Kamloops. Had dinner in Peachland at a local German restaurant with some members from Vancouver Island. September 10th was the kickoff for a four day, multi region event put on by BC Interior and Canada West. This event was based out of Penticton, B.C. and was a four day event which featured a car show in Oliver, many drives throughout the Okanagan Valley, lunches, dinners, prizes and games. My good friend Ray Gumbel from Vancouver Island and myself were co-mcs at this event. Overall, there were 117 cars and 230 people representing all eleven regions of Zone 6. By all accounts this event was a resounding success. Thank you to the organizers for putting on a first-class show. After that there was just enough time to go home, wash our clothes and head out to Vancouver for the start of the annual Treffen at Sea cruise down the west coast to San Francisco, Santa Barbara and into Los Angeles. Another great cruise with wonderful speakers including our very own Nathan Merz speaking on all things Porsche. Also Donald Osborne from Jay Leno’s Garage, Bruce Meyer from the Peterson Museum, Alwen Springer from Andial and Timothy Mcnair, car detailer master. Finally, arrived home from the cruise on Friday night with just enough time to unpack my bags and repack for a Monday morning flight to Boise to join the 2027 Parade committee for site visits and planning of the 2027 Parade in Boise. This looks to be another wonderful parade next July. If you haven’t been to a Parade before this is your chance to join the biggest PCA event of the year in our very own Zone. Parade doesn’t come to our area very often so make plans to attend. Here are a few important dates to remember. Parade July 11-17. See 2027 logo alongside Phase 1 Registration Date: Wednesday, February 3rd 2027 at 12:00 PM Eastern Time Phase 2 Registration Date Wednesday, April 21st 2027 at 12:00 PM Eastern Time Phase 2 date is tentative and could change.

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Region Reports South Island. By Ray Gumbel, South Island Director As I write this article, we're busy packing our bags and fine-tuning the air-cooled 911, making sure it's road-ready for our journey to Penticton to attend "Zone 6 Escape" in early September. if you haven’t yet had the opportunity to experience a regional or national PCA event, I can’t recommend it highly enough. Each gathering is filled with camaraderie, stunning cars, and unforgettable experiences just waiting to be discovered. In the latter half of the year, we proudly celebrated our 30th anniversary with a series of remarkable events held on the South Island. The premier event was the unforgettable anniversary gala at Cherry Point Winery in early July, where guests enjoyed exquisite wine and gourmet cuisine amidst the stunning Porsches displayed with the vineyard as a backdrop. Later that month, a group of VIR members attended the Oak Bay Collector Car Festival, displaying 20 meticulously maintained classic Porsches. The colourful display not only honoured our milestone anniversary but also captivated attendees with a glimpse into the rich history and beauty of these iconic vehicles. On July 18th, VIR-PCA member Didier Brard stepped up and organized a drive and visit to Black Staff Heritage Village, a hidden gem that unveils its treasured private collection of all-things-mechanized from days gone by. Didier successfully gathered around 30 Porsches from various corners of the island,

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to participate in the group drive to Black Staff Heritage Village. In August, twenty members convened for another Fast-Food event at the inviting West Coast Grill in Sidney. The atmosphere buzzed with lively conversation as everyone enjoyed a delicious meal. The evening took a delightful turn when Ruby Zelotes surprised Cindy Gordon, ordering her a birthday cake, bringing smiles and cheers around the table. The joyous celebration added a special touch to an already fun and memorable night, filled with laughter and camaraderie. Looking ahead to October, we will host a 3course meal at Penny Farthing Public House, in Oak Bay. Most of our events in the South Island sell out quickly, so please register early on Motorsport Reg (MSR) to avoid disappointment. If you’d like to join us for coffee and chat, come to our regular Sunday morning Coffee & Cars gathering at Whole Foods in the Uptown Mall in Saanich. New members are always welcome. This casual gathering takes place year-round, rain or shine. We welcome any ideas for driving tours or events, so please email me. Also, be sure to check the "calendar of events" on virpca.org for updates. Register early, as our events tend to fill up quickly! Ray Gumbel

South Island Director

Photos above and below: Ray Gumbel

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Mid Island And North Island By Marc Klijnsmit, North Island Director What a fantastic year it has been for the North Island! Looking back over the past year, I think what stands out most is not just the cars, the drives, or the places we visited, but the incredible people who make this club what it is. We’ve had a year filled with great drives, lots of laughs, new friendships, and lots of beautiful Porsches. It has been exciting to see the continued growth of the club here on the North Island. We welcomed quite a few new members this year, and it has been pretty amazing seeing new faces quickly become familiar ones. Our drives and dinners throughout the year were definitely a highlight for me. Vancouver Island gives us some pretty spectacular roads and destinations to enjoy, and there really isn’t much better than seeing a long line of Porsches winding their way through the Island. The cars may be what initially bring us together, but the conversations, lunches, coffee stops, stories and friendships are what make the days memorable. I would like to say a special THANK YOU to Gary Glover for having my back multiple times this year and being a host for some of the organized Mittwoch Essen. On top of that, Gary has been organizing a few epic drives! Thank you very much!! The other person I have to thank is Albert. Albert has been the real North Island representative. He has been hosting most of the Courtenay and Campbell River Cars & Coffee. Thank you! Cars & Coffee at Café 356 has also continued to be a great place for our Porsche community. Seeing the parking lot fill up

Didier Moinier, Mid Island Director with Marc Klijnsmit, North Island Director, before commencing the drive to the 30th Anniversary event . Photo submitted

with Porsches and watching members arrive, grab a coffee, catch up with old friends and meet new ones is something I never get tired of. Some mornings you look around and realize just how cool it is to be a part of this club. One of the things I am most proud of is the welcoming atmosphere we have created. From classics to brand-new models and everything in between, everyone shares the same parking lot, the same stories and the same passion. That is exactly what a car club should be about. A huge thank you goes out to everyone who participated in our events and drives this year, as well as those who helped organize and plan events this year. These events only work because people make the effort to participate and contribute. Thank you! I would also like to thank the Vancouver Island Region board and the many volunteers

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who continue to put their time and energy into making the club successful. There is a lot that happens behind the scenes, and that work is greatly appreciated. In case you didn’t know, members are always welcome at our board meetings, whether they are on Zoom or in person. It’s a perfect way to get to know your representatives a little bit better. As we look ahead to another year, I’m excited for what is still to come — more drives, more destinations, more Cars & Coffee mornings, more new members, and undoubtedly a few more kilometres added to our Porsches. Here’s to another great year on the road. See you at the next Cars & Coffee — and see you at 356! Marc P. Klijnsmit

North Island Director

Photos submitted

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The 2026 Gimmick Rally, which started at Café 356 and went through Parksville and Qualicum Beach in August, was a lot of fun. It generated a spirited competition. Thanks to Linnea Uphoff and Klaus Kreye for all the Rally set- up and management. Photos: Karen Bresler

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New Members and Anniversaries Welcome New Members Shana Patterson Steven Raduy and Susan Raduy Peter Stofko and Lori Stofko Alex Boulay Michael Tonolli &France Dorais Michael Waites Dan Bayda Daniel Saliken Michael Tonolli & France Dorais Michael Waites Dan Bayda Daniel Saliken Don Elkington Mike Primeau Mark Christensen Murray Steen & Susan Jepsen Michael Quarress Geoff Chamberlain & Stacey Murton Taner Yildirim David Carlson

Dusan Markovic Jill Kelly Gregory Brennan Chris Passey Imtchaze Heerah John Ramsay Andre Meesschaert Valerie Meesschaert Joy Godaard Lisa Dempsey

Celebrating Member Milestones

If we missed anyone, please let us know so we can acknowledge you in the next update

5 Year Anniversaries Wendy Sheck Trevor Sheck

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10 Year Anniversaries Geir Oglend John Shaw 20 Year Anniversaries Jeffrey Smith Jane Smith Karen Grass Harold Grass

Events Member By Tim Evans

It is hard to believe another year is coming to a close. We had a busy 2026 with drives and social events and it was wonderful that we had several members stepped up to organize events – especially the first timers! Photo: Wyman Lee

Since our last AGM we have had 22 social events, seven drives, two multi-day events, participation in two car shows, Escape 26 in Penticton, and our 30th anniversary celebration. While it may not seem like we had a lot of drives, social events were at various locations on the island and required drives to get there – and it’s always fun getting there in a Porsche! Most of these events were sold out or at near capacity, proving that club members enjoyed getting out and socializing with each other, whenever there was a chance to do so. I will be stepping down as the Event Coordinator at the AGM and a new person will be taking over. It is always good for new members to take on an active role in running the club and to bring with them fresh ideas and energy to keep our club active and engaged. I hope more of you will consider supporting the club by organizing an event in 2027. See you on the road! Tim Evans Porscher

In Memoriam Wendy Woodley

May 15, 2026

Former Area Director After dealing with the ravages of Alzheimer's and exploring her options, Wendy decided that MAID would allow her to die on her terms – with dignity and respect. On the evening of May 15 in the comfort of her home, with her cat Essie and her good friend Sally at her side, she left us. It was a hard journey. This last year, especially so, with many days seeing Wendy confused, angry, forgetful, and sad. An array of emotions that were constantly shifting which often left her in tears, bewildered, and distraught. On Thursday, September 3, 2026, in the Silver Room of the Crown Isle Resort, about 50+ people gathered to celebrate the life of Wendy Woodley. Each guest was greeted by one of "Team Wendy" a.k.a. Sally, Paul, and Albert and given a commemorative badge with Wendy's photo that they could wear while at the celebration and later use as a fridge magnet at home.

Photos: provided by Albert Burgand and Paul Atterton

Wendy lived life large. She was never content to be sitting still. She wanted to get involved and that is how she touched so many lives. The people gathered came from many of the "causes" Wendy supported – either with her time, her work, or her fundraising. Family friends, neighbours, co-workers, and PCA members each took their turn expressing the impact that knowing Wendy had had on them. Wendy was a force to be reckoned with. She engaged in conversation very easily and was noted for stopping anyone with a pet walking by her house. Wendy was a proud cat owner and jokingly told Essie (her rescue cat) "no boys while I'm gone" every time she left the house. She supported CATS: Cats Advocates Teaching and Saving Society and other animal related causes. Some of her

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blankets for dogs and cats at the animal shelter. The Porsche community and specifically the North Island VIRPCA, or as she said, "Up Island", played a big part in Wendy's life. There were 20+ PCA members who attended. They all had interesting stories. Wendy perked up at the mention of going to anything Porsche related – for a short while, she was better. Even when she lost her license, she still maintained and insured both her Boxster a.k.a. the Princess, and the Macan S in hopes that whoever was taking her could use one of her vehicles. I was lucky to be on the "insured drivers list" and often drove her to run errands, do the shopping, go out for dinner, or go visiting friends. Albert Burgund

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Notice of AGM Notice of the AGM was sent out by email to all members in September, together with the AGM package. This page is to serve as a reminder to register before October 10 if you want to attend the lunch. If you are only attending the AGM , attendance is capped at 60 persons. There are only have a few spots left.

WHEN: October 25, 2026 WHERE: Cedar Hill Golf Course, 1400 Derby Road, Victoria, BC TIME: 11 am doors open - 2.30pm Optional Lunch service begins at 12:30 pm WHO: You, the membership. Register at

MSR LINK WHY: Have a say in guiding the leadership of VIRPCA, or consider standing for a position. email president@virpca.org for more information

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Stories from the road The Blackstaff Heritage Village drive and tour By Didier Brard

Photos submitted: Didier Brard

The Blackstaff Heritage Village is Harry and Shirley Blackstaff’s nine-acre historic fantasyland officially called “Blackstaff’s Wheels of the Past Heritage Village and Eagles, Evergreens and Everyone Park”. It is located just south of Ladysmith. On Saturday, July 18, 2026, 31 cars with 52 people departed on two separate drives. The Blackstaff Heritage Village is a treasure-trove of old cars, tractors, stream equipment, horse drawn buggies and wagons, historic railway equipment, bicycles, motorcycles, along with a one room schoolhouse, a machine shop filled with huge lathes, a log cabin museum, and of course an old fashion ice cream shop. The Blacksmith shop which is on the site was not running during our visit. The cars all arrived at around 12:45 pm and proceeded to park in the large circular grassed area. From there the club members were given a quick description of the Heritage Village, then proceeded to enter the Village.

The facility relies on donations, so all members proceeded past the donation table, where volunteers registered members and accepted donations. Blackstaff Heritage Village had 18 volunteers throughout the site to answer questions. Harry Blackstaff is now 80 years old, and Shirley Blackstaff is 77. They hope to arrange continuation of their 50-to-60-year project when they are no longer able to run it.

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Covered picnic tables greeted the Porsche Club members, where many proceeded to enjoy a picnic lunch with other members. The visit was scheduled for 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm to allow for lunch then visiting of the various Heritage Buildings. With numerous buildings to visit the afternoon certainly passed quickly. Harry Blackstaff had moved his fully restored 1906 Zust to an outside location, at the entrance to the roundhouse building to allow for pictures. This car is very significant in automobile history as it placed 3rd in the Great Race of 1908 from New York to Paris. The car has been restored to its race day condition from diary information and numerous pictures of the event. The race involved 6 cars from 4 countries, (France, Italy, Germany, and USA), took 169 days to complete covering 13,300 miles. Only 3 cars finished the race, USA 1st, Germany 2nd, and

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Italy 3rd. The 1908 race along with the Peking to Paris race of 1907, established the automobile as a reliable means of transportation, eventually taking automobiles from an amusement of the rich, to a reliable and viable means of long-distance transportation for the masses. It would lead to the call for improved roads to be constructed in many parts of the world. Within the Village one of the buildings, the roundhouse, that houses most cars, motorcycles, model steam engines, restored railway equipment and various other artifacts was popular with the club members.

Shirley, a retired teacher, is very proud of the one room schoolhouse that houses numerous historic items that would have been in schoolhouses from 75 to 100 years ago.

The Village includes the history of industries that existed in the local area such as logging, fishing and coal mining, some of which is housed in the Log Cabin museum.

A copper plaque for example is displayed on a wall within the schoolhouse that commemorates the Diamond Jubilee of Canadian Confederation. It was distributed to schools across Canada in 1927 by the Canadian Government and shows dates 1867 - 1927. Inside the schoolhouse desks are neatly lined up as if waiting for the students to arrive for their school day.

Special thanks go to Didier Monier, Klaus Kreye, Tim Evans, Dean Aikenhead, and Grant Denluck for assisting with lead and sweep duties for the drives, as well a big thank you to the two volunteers, Barb Baker and Irene Brard who ran the registration and donation table. And, a big thank you to all who attended, and for your donations to the Heritage Village which helps preserve local heritage.

Didier Brard

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Tribute Tour & 2026 Picnic By Karen Bresler

Photos: Karen Bresler

I received an email in July from a PCA-er from California. Joss Lumens was embarking on a Tribute Tour for his friend Phil, and previous owner of the GT4 Joss now owns. The tour was to honour Phil’s memory and his love of driving. Joss joined us at Cars and Coffee at Café 356 to give a little talk on the tour and show the video produced by Paola of Petrolicious, where we see Phil just before his death, in a helicopter enjoying the view of his Porsche, being driven by Joss along the Big Sur Highway. Quite a few of us were wiping away tears. Luminous in the room was the cutout of John Clark looking over us all.

Photo: Karen Bresler

Marc Klijnsmit took excellent care of our guest as he arrived in Canada, helping him to source new tires and offering warm island hospitality. Joss had asked to join our picnic and he sat with President, Paul Rossmo and had a lively discussion about Porsches through the decades, showing again how the cars connect us all no matter where we are from or what our history may be. Our picnic, another sold out event, with almost three times as many people attending as last year, was hosted by Didier and Maxine Moinier again at their beautiful property in Errington. A huge thank you to Didier and Maxine! It is not easy always to obtain the perfect spot for an event, and this property was again the perfect spot for the 2026 Annual Porsche Club Picnic. Porscher

Photos: Karen Bresler

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2026 Ladies Drive By Garth Webber Atkins

Photos by Garth Webber Atkins

On August 29, 2026, fourteen women in ten smart-looking Porsches met at Café 356 on a beautiful Saturday morning for coffee and a lively chat. It was almost a shame to have to break up the gathering and move to the parking lot for the pre-drive meeting. The drive took the ladies west across the

highway and south through residential areas and open fields. After a short unavoidable stretch on the Alberni and Inland highways, the Porsches turned south onto North West Bay Road for a scenic drive through farmland and tucked-away rural residential neighbourhoods. We stopped on Wall Beach Rd for a photo opp and then carried on to Nanoose Bay Café for lunch. It is a lovely restaurant – light and bright with a great view of the ocean. The lively conversation picked up again and I, for one, really enjoyed learning more about the ladies I was sitting with. My seafood chowder was very good and I am keen to go back to try some of the other tempting things on the menu. Thanks go to Marilyn Sing for being the lead car on the drive, with myself as navigator, and to Betsy Terpsma and Sheila Jager, who acted as sweep, and went the extra mile, literally and figuratively, to catch up with and corral stray cars. Thanks also to Sonia Ross and Zoe Levistsky who acted as middle-of-the-

pack guidance and lookout. The event staff at Nanoose Bay Café were very accommodating in the planning and preparation for the event, and their patience with the ebbs and flows of party size and meal choices was appreciated. And most of all, thanks to all ladies who were able to attend. You made it fun!

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Seniors back on Track j By Bob Dew

Photos as credited

Despite some pesky health challenges, once again I booked the Vancouver Island Motorsport Circuit facility near Duncan, B.C., last August 17, 2026. It was my 83rd birthday, and I wanted to host one more Day at the Track while still able to do so. Sort of a Last Hurrah. My first booking, back when I turned 80 was a "Celebration of both Sports Cars, and the Seniors who drove them." The second rental in August 2025 was a lighthearted protest showing how we older drivers on a race track interpreted the singularly minded implementation of Active Transportation policies. These directly impacted seniors, a sometimes forgotten segment of our population, who rely on a car for their everyday needs, especially those with mobility and other issues.

Bob and Lois Drew.

Photo: Wyman Lee

We created a notional organisation, a driving force if you like - the INDY Drivers' Club, INDY meaning I'm Not Dead Yet from Monty Python's work. It's a life time membership with no renewal and no fees for seniors who both still enjoy driving and enjoy life. This third track event last August evolved into the I'm Not Dead Yet INDY Drivers Meet at VIMC. It was a double event. The first was the Open-Lapping Sessions followed by a second entirely new special event. The Open Lapping ran three 15 minute sessions for three different groups, based on drivers' track experience and speed. It had passing rules, but was an un-timed, noncompetitive fun event where drivers might vie for the coveted NOT DEAD YET I N D Y CAR DRIVERS CUP.

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Drivers in the Master Class 80* event descend the tricky chicane at VIMC. Bob Drew in a Mclaren 570S leads his wife, Lois Drew in Jaguar F-type V8, followed by Jim Mills in his air cooled Porsche Targa, and Terry Sturgeon in his restored 1969 Jaguar E-Type. Photo: Eric Maitland

Drivers for the 24 cars included mainly members of the Jaguar and Porsche clubs as well as the Old English and M.G. Clubs here on V.I. Other marques on the track included a Ferrari 458 Spider, McLaren 570S, Lotus Emira, Jensen Interceptor & Corvette convertible. The well represented PCA Porsche club showed off the excellent 49

handling, mid-engined Cayman and Boxster Convertibles, popular with both genders. Many had indecently thunderous exhausts on the main straight, matching some of the heavy metal.

Class 80+ Car Event to be held on a proper race track, limited to drivers 80 years of age or older, which might possibly be the world's first! An online search didn't disclose any other such car events where all drivers had to be in this seniors age group. I adopted the idea from the Athletic world where races are split into age groups, the most senior being the Masters Classes.

Photo: Wyman Lee

Photo of the 5 cars just after the start, heading towards the high speed Corner 1 of the VIMC track. “And They’re Off” Photo by Rob Drew

Photo: Eric Maitland

Of the 13 PCA members that day, five were women - Lynn, Imogen, Lois, plus Garth and Ruby (both normally active drivers but since each had recently broken their lower leg, instead enjoyed track time as ride-alongs). The second event was a new first. More than 80% of the guest drivers were seniors 65 years old, and most were founding members of the notional INDY Drivers Club. But something else caught my eye - Almost a quarter were over 80 years of age, the eldest was 88! All five had driven the hot lapping sessions previously and earlier that morning in the regular run groups. I thought this rather special cohort of seniors should be acknowledged. We created a new Masters Porscher

To have proper race management, VIMC's professional race course team assisted, with safety lights and flags, on-site medical team, complete with a brave flag person who conducted our Masters race. Given our ages, to be period-correct and traditional, we asked if their finish flag marshall could stand on the very track itself, as the cars rushed toward the finish line. The helpful VIMC team were good sports and agreed. Instead of structured lead-follow, with passing rules, these 80+ Masters competitors could pass freely and drive side by side. With 19 turns, this twisty and hilly racecourse is recognized as a technically challenging track requiring constant full attention. So the drivers elected to drive their street-ready cars at a sporty yet responsible pace to the checkered flag. No cars or senior citizens were harmed in this event.

Lois Drew pressuring her husband Bob as they are about to descend a steep chicane at VIMC. Both 83 years of age, they are piloting 500 hp sportscars. Photo: Eric Maitland

Kevin Root cornering his Porsche 997 Cabriolet at VIMC

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Photo Eric Maitland

Because the drivers wished to maximize their ownership experience, and were prepared to face the risks in driving true sports cars on a race track, it was obvious to me that every participant was a winner, so the race was declared a tie and all drivers were awarded an INDY Cup. These "awards" they drove for were personalized coffee cups, with a picture of the drivers with their car, with their name and inscription recording that either they'd been awarded the "INDYCar Racy Drivers Cup" or tied for First in the Masters 80+ INDYCAR Drivers Championship.

"VIMC Flag person leaps when waving in checkered flag at finish of Masters 80+ Race.. Waving in first 3 cars Lois Drew in Jaguar, Bob Drew in McLaren & Jim Mills in Porsche 911 Targa". Photo by Eric Maitland

Afterwards drivers and plus ones enjoyed a luncheon buffet catered by Villa Eyrie Resort staff in the paddock lounge overlooking racetrack. Guests viewed a PowerPoint honouring the participants, ending with a distribution of Awards.

The Not Dead Yet event was an exciting and rewarding experience for all guests and put some Porsche owners back in the saddle again. Drivers honed their driving skills, had an enjoyable day socializing with like-minded people, and left with new memories to share. It was also a personally uplifting and rewarding experience for me. I was pleased that so many drivers seemed to really enjoy the day. Bob Drew

Photo arranged Wyman Lee

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Escape 2026

Tsawwassen terminal with 30 minutes to spare. Left the car idling for fear it wouldn’t start and we

By Grant and Janice Denluck

Escape 2026 started out in Victoria meeting up with seven other cars on the ferry. It was a peaceful drive to Hope via the back roads to Abbotsford to connect onto Hwy 1. About six km’s outside of Hope our 1986 911 backfires and the rpm’s drop to near zero. Pulling over onto the shoulder of Highway 1 the car nearly stalls. Our travelling companions behind us also pull over and didn’t just blast past us. After idling for a few minutes the rpm’s starts to come back up and we’re back on the highway and all appears good. We gassed up and stopped for a break in Hope and the car was shut off. Conversation was, what happened? Thinking all was good, we all prepare to leave and continue the trip to Penticton, however, our car doesn’t start. Several of our friends stayed and we try to troubleshoot what the problem is. We looked for the obvious and changed several relays but all without success.

waited to board, apologizing to those around us for the noise. It was an anxious time waiting. Made it onto the ferry. Car was shut off and had 90 minutes to cool down. Thankfully the car started when it was time to offload. Unloaded the car when we got home and reloaded into the 2012 911. Caught the 6:00 am the next day and made it to The District Wine Village in Oliver to enjoy the festivities 28 hours from the original start. Had a great time at Escape. It was a first for us and certainly won’t be the last.

Called Gary, our mechanic in Victoria. He made several suggestions but suspected the issue may be the crank sensors. Gary suggested letting the car sit and cool off. We thanked our friends for staying and sent them on their way. About an hour went by. Yay, car started but now in a quandary; do we continue or do we head home. Decided not to press our luck, we headed home trying for the 5:00 pm ferry. Just shy of Chilliwack the car backfired and the rpm’s drops again. Pulled over onto the right shoulder and same routine as before, let the car cool down and hope it doesn’t stall. Rpm’s came back up and off we go. Got to the

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Photo submitted Final thought; Porsches are like Lay’s potato chips, you just can’t have one. Grant and Janice Denluck

“Around the Bend”

Photo: Eric Maitland

Cars and Coffee North Island 10 am every second Saturday in Campbell River at the Quinsam Crossing Starbucks and every fourth Sunday at Bean Around the World on Cliff Avenue, Courtenay Mid Island Sundays 9 am at Café 356, 1025 Lee Road, Parksville South Island 9 am Whole Foods Market, 3587 Blanshard Street, Victoria

A few notable events October – December 2026 Please check the website and MSR for the most up to date information and a full list of events. Some notable events are featured here so you can “Save the Date” and register in time. October 15 VIRPCA Board meeting October 25

AGM at Cedar Hill Golf Course, Victoria

November TBD

Volunteer Recognition

December 2

Ladies Book Club meeting

December 5

A Very German Christmas, Café 356

December 6 TBD

Ron’s Christmas event

December 6 TBD

Wyman’s Christmas Lunch

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December 13

Ladies Christmas Brunch

Porsche Pets

Gail McCully and Roy Eggler arriving at a Porsche event with the delightful Frankie who loves a good sniff out of a beautiful Porsche. Photo: Karen Bresler

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