Porsche Club Insider
Porsche Club Insider is a podcast dedicated exclusively to Porsche topics, offering accurate information and thoughtful opinions on the brand. Each episode features a 60-minute conversation covering Porsche news, inside information about both Porsche and the Porsche Club, and entertaining stories from behind the scenes. The show is hosted by staff members of the Porsche Club of America, including Executive Director Vu Nguyen, Editor in Chief Rob Sass, Digital Media Coordinator Damon Lowney, and Technical Director Manny Alban.
Episodes
Tire Rack Street Survival: The Ultimate Car-Control School for Teens
Traditional driver’s ed often misses the actual mechanics of staying alive on the road. Enter Tire Rack Street Survival, an incredible advanced driving school built specifically for teens and young adults. This isn't about learning how to race—it's a hands-on car-control program that teaches critical survival skills like hydroplane recovery, accident
How Porsche dealerships will survive the next two years
Porsche dealerships are facing an unprecedented operational challenge over the next two years. In this episode, we sit down with Bruce Kim, General Manager of Porsche Silver Spring, to discuss what happens when a franchise loses its highest-volume sales model. Drawing from his years of retail experience, Bruce provides a transparent, insider look at h
Busting The Biggest Porsche EV Myths with David Bankston
Are Porsche EVs good for road trips? Do they lose their "soul" without a gas engine? In this episode, David Bankston (PCA National EV Coordinator) joins the crew to bust the biggest myths and misconceptions about Porsche electric vehicles. From cold-weather performance to battery longevity, David sets the record straight with real data and hands-on ex
Is restoring TWO Porsches at the same time a genius move, or a massive mistake?
In this episode, Porsche Restoration Challenge veteran Peter Simpson joins us in the studio to reveal what it’s really like to double down on the ultimate build challenge. To make things even wilder, Peter chose two identical 964 Cabriolets—but with completely different fates: Car 1: A Period-correct factory originality build. Car 2: A wild, modified b
Inside Porsche Club of America Driving Tours: Why They are So Popular With Members
In this episode, PCA National Tours Chair Holly Jackson joins the podcast to take us behind the scenes! Discover how PCA keeps its driving tours safe, fun, and highly engaging for members. Tours are one of PCA’s most popular events, and their massive appeal takes center stage every single year at the annual Porsche Parade. Holly shares exactly how the
Do 'matching numbers' ACTUALLY matter for your Porsche? (with Nathan Merz)
Porsche expert Nathan Merz returns to the podcast to break down the complexities of matching numbers, factory documentation, and how mileage impacts your car's market worth. We also dive into the latest Porsche news, PCA videos, and upcoming events!
Porsche Autocross Adventures: Cayenne, Spec Boxster, and Cayman Review
On this episode, we recap our recent autocross adventures at the Porsche Parade and with the Chesapeake Region. We share our driving impressions from a rainy-day racing Vu's Cayenne, Damon's first time behind the wheel of a Spec Boxster, and Manny's experience driving Damon's Cayman. Plus, we cover the latest Porsche news, preview upcoming PCA events, a
What It’s Actually Like Attending Your First Porsche Parade
Discover what it is like to experience your very first Porsche Parade through the eyes of long-time Treffen attendees Steve and Marsha Buss. After years of PCA events, the couple finally made the trip to Lake Placid for their first-ever Parade. In this episode, they share their candid first impressions on everything from the scenic drive up and the re
Porsche Parade Breakdown with Nathan Merz: Pixar, Classics, and the Cayenne EV
This episode was recorded live at the 2026 Porsche Parade in Lake Placid, New York. Special guest Nathan Merz joins the show to review Lake Placid as a host city and break down the massive preparation behind the event. We dive into Vu's frantic, down-to-the-wire 356 engine installation and discuss how organizers navigated a localized marathon on day one
Rennbow.org: How the Porsche Club of America Catalogs Every Porsche Color
Ever spent hours staring at Porsche paint samples? Welcome to your new obsession. In this episode, we sit down with Jim Moore, Lead Volunteer for Rennbow.org—the Porsche Club of America’s authoritative color wiki. We dive into how Rennbow catalogs everything from common "one-can" shades to ultra-rare "five-can" unicorns. Discover why owner-submitted
Behind The Scenes With Nathan Merz: Filming PCA Videos!
Nathan Merz returns to the podcast! This week, we are diving deep into his recent Porsche Club of America (PCA) video shoots at national headquarters. We break down the filming of the recently released $15k vs. $30k vs. $45k mid-engine Porsche comparison. Plus, get the hilarious behind-the-scenes scoop on tearing apart Vu’s personal Boxster to fix that
Jason Cammisa Unfiltered Plus a Cayman in Pro Solo
First up, we are catching up on our latest garage updates and track days. Damon fills us in on the adrenaline-fueled adventures of running his Cayman at the SCCA Pro Solo event. Then, we look back at the incredible turnout at our local Porsche dealer's recent Cars and Coffee. Plus, Vu breaks down the intense preparation and greasy fingernails required t
Decoding the 'NARP' (Not A Real Porsche) label
Ever owned a Porsche accused of being a "NARP" (Not A Real Porsche)? In this episode, Boardwalk Reunion co-founder Bob Gutjahr joins us to sort through the targeted models and debate if the title is justified. Bob shares firsthand stories of how he was treated at events when driving his own "NARPs." Tune in for a light-hearted discussion you will easily
The Man Who Saved the Porsche 914! (Plus: How Porsche Launches New Cars)
In this episode, The Insider crew hits the road to Marietta, Georgia, to visit a 914 legend: George Hussey, founder of Automobile Atlanta. Known globally as the go-to source for rare parts, George opens up about building his Porsche empire, surviving the shift to internet commerce, and the story behind his iconic ex-Brumos/Peter Gregg Porsche 916.
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Nathan Merz: Is a 911 Cabriolet the Best Way to Buy Your First Porsche?
Nathan Merz hits the studio to talk about the GT3 S/C and debate if a 911 Cabriolet is your best bet for an affordable entry into the brand. We also preview the projects Nathan is filming at PCA National Office, dive into the latest Porsche news, and highlight the must-watch Porsches heading to the Mecum Indy auction. The fun we had recording the podcas
Jay Gillotti on the Porsche 936’s Turbocharged Dominance at Le Mans
PCA National Historian and author Jay Gillotti is in the studio to talk all things Porsche 936. We dive into Jay’s upcoming book on this legendary racecar, exploring how its three Le Mans victories cemented Porsche’s legacy and how the "new" turbocharged 911 of the era helped shape its development. Jay also shares the incredible story of the 936 being p
The Treffen Experience: More Than Just a Drive
What exactly is PCA Treffen, and why do people rush to get in when registration opens? On this episode, we’re joined by Steve and Marsha Buss, long-time attendees, and dedicated volunteers. They share the stories behind their many Treffen adventures and explain why these events are about so much more than just the drive. We explore the history of Treffe
Porsche Plática: Inside Tennessee’s Epic Porsche Gathering
Rare Porsches, rugged landscapes, and a passion for the brand. This week, we sit down with Shannon Harper to explore the origins of Porsche Platica. Discover how a Tennessee quarry became the ultimate backdrop for record-breaking gatherings of Carrera GTs and, this year, a double-feature of the 911R. Whether you’re a enthusiast wanting to see rare Porsc
Diminished Value & Loss of Use: Protecting Your Investment with Steve Calamusa
We’re joined in the studio by Steve Calamusa, the founder of SuperCarClaims.com, to demystify the complex world of diminished value and loss of use claims. A passionate PCA member, Steve launched a specialized department within his law firm dedicated specifically to these issues. Whether you’re looking for representation or just want to be better prepar
Porsche Parade 2026: Phase II Registration Guide and Insider Tips
In this episode we have Porsche Parade Chair Jack Stephensen calling in to talk about the next step in Parade registration. Phase II Activities Registration opens April 15, and it's when you'll pick out and pay for the things you do throughout the week at Porsche Parade. This includes competitive events like concours d'elegance, TSD rallies, and autocro
Inside the Dealership: A candid talk with Porsche Hunt Valley's General Manager
We’re heading inside the showroom with Steve Postol, General Manager of Porsche Hunt Valley and a dedicated PCA supporter. Steve joins us in studio to tackle the big questions: Is the EV market shifting? Are those infamous waitlists finally shrinking? And what’s the real story behind the gasoline Macan’s future? We go behind the scenes to discuss the da
Amelia Island Car Week: Porsche Surprises and Record-Breaking Hammers
In this episode, we review the highlights of the 2026 Amelia Island car week. We take an in-depth look at the featured Porsches from the 10th Annual Werks Reunion and the featured Porsches at The Amelia and Cars and Caffeine. We also analyze the market-shifting results from the major auction houses, including Gooding Christie’s and Broad Arrow.
This Porsche Swap Meet Survived the Internet for 49 Years — we survived Tech Tactics East
Have you ever heard about the Porsche Only Swap Meet in Carlisle, Pennsylvania? The Central Pennsylvania Region has been hosting this swap meet for 49 years. On this episode we have Steve Baun, the Swap Meet chairman, joining us on the podcast. We hear about how the swap meet got started, grew, and then faced challenges when the internet became popular.
Just Give Nathan Merz the Mic: 997 Turbo, Barn Finds, 928s, & upcoming PCA adventures
We recorded this episode at the Porsche Training Facility in Easton, PA with Nathan Merz. Like the title of this episode, Nathan had plenty to talk about and we gave him the platform. From his latest Porsche purchase to the 928 he’s bringing to Werks and Treffen and Parade. He reminisces about the trip he took in a 996 Turbo in the middle of winter to C
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Porsche European Delivery Experience
On this episode we welcome PCA member Michael Myers, who not only purchased his first Porsche but decided to do European Delivery. If you’re not aware, you can pick up your Porsche at the factory in Germany and tour Europe. Michael shares his experience from the initial attempt to purchase a 911 to picking it up in Germany to touring Europe and then shi
We Talk About Our Favorite Race Tracks
On this episode, we have the PCA High Performance Drivers Education Chair, Mia Walsh, in studio. Mia has driven a wide variety of tracks around the US and Canada which is just what we need for today’s podcast: Our favorite tracks. We discuss our favorite tracks that we’ve driven as well as those tracks that are on our ‘drive someday’ list. In between, w
Confessions of a Porsche Dealer Service Manager
Linda Harouna, Service Manager for Porsche Silver Spring, joins us in studio to answer as many questions as she can. We find out how she became the Service Manager at a busy Porsche dealership, what a day in the life of a service manager looks like, and what are her toughest challenges. Ever wondered about "goodwill" repairs or Service Advisors getting
How Werks Reunion Became A Bucket List event
On this episode, we discuss how Werks Reunion came to become such an important event on the Porsche calendar. We go back to our roots in Monterey and how we transitioned from Legends of the Aurobahn to one of our own. Plus, we discuss what makes Werks events special and what first timers should remember to do.
Surprising Porsche buys at Kissimmee Mecum Auction
On this episode, we pick several Porsches that recently sold at the Mecum Kissimmee auctions. Mecum had a 74% sell through rate that saw a record breaking $441 million in total sales. There was everything from a $9,900 968 to a $6 million 918 Spyder. We debate whether these Porsches were a good purchase or not based on their sell price, features, and m
Behind the Scenes Stories from Our Top 15 Videos of 2025
On this episode we look back at the top 15 videos that PCA produced in 2025. You’ll hear behind the scenes stories for each video as well as insight into how we decided on the topic. We even chat about how the channel first started back in 2010 and how it has evolved since then. If you’ve ever watched any of our videos, you’re sure to find this episode
Porsche Parade 2026 – What You Need To Know
Jack Stephensen, PCA Porsche Parade Chair and Melanie Williams, PCA Events Manager, join us in studio on this episode. We find out the skinny on this year’s Parade in Lake Placid, New York. From how to register, reserving a hotel room nearby, and which events are must dos. If you’re thinking of coming to Parade this year or are just curious as to what P
What is your Porsche resolution for 2026?
On this episode, we have Bob Miller from At Speed Motors back on the show. The topic is New Year’s Resolutions with a Porsche twist. We talk about our own personal Porsche resolutions as well as go over a list of ten that you can do yourself. It’s always a fun time when Bob’s on the show and this episode is no exception. From Vu’s tool time to hearing
Episode 200! Behind-the-scenes, favorite episodes, future plans, and more
On this episode, we mark out 200th episode with two long-time listeners, Richard Bauer and Paul Gentile. We revisit how we got into Porsches and PCA as well as what Porsches we drive. Each of us picked our favorite episodes and discuss why. You’ll hear some behind-the-scenes stories, too. It’s a fun episode that’s more like a typical conversation at a c
Have You Ever Owned An Entry Level Porsche?
Join us for Episode 199 where we welcome Mike Maurer who sold new Porsches for over 30 years. We are chatting about Porsche’s past entry level cars. How they came to be, did Porsche enthusiasts accept them, what did the media think and how are they regarded now. It’s an informative episode that will have you thinking back to a car or two you may have ow
Surviving an atmospheric-river ünStock, touring Bruce Meyer's Dream Garage, and more
We’re back in the PCA HQ studio for this episode. We cover a variety of topics to include a report on unStock, what it was like visiting Bruce Meyer’s garage, car things we did last week and a special gift to PCA from Porsche Designer, Grant Larson. We also have time to cover several key news items in the Porsche world.
Indecent builds a sneakerhead’s dream Porsche
On this episode we meet with Phillip Tieu, Indecent’s co-Founder and Vehicle Development Director, the night before PCA’s unStock show. Phillip brought their latest creation that impressed many Porsche enthusiasts at SEMA this year. We get to hear how Indecent was started, where they are built, what inspires their designs and much more. It was a refr
Bruce Meyer’s Love Affair with Porsches
On this episode, we’re at Bruce Meyer’s garage in Los Angeles, and we get to spend ninety-minutes talking about cars. Bruce is a fixture in the southern California car scene and is renowned for being the co-founder of the famous Peterson Automotive Museum. He is also a master at story telling and had us captured with the stories about his cars and how
Inside The World of a High End Detailer
On this episode, Tim McNair, a master detailer who specializes in preparing cars that often compete i shows like Pebble Beach, joins us to tell us stories of how he got started, collections that impressed him, detailing adventures and much more. If you watched Tim on our most recent Tech Tactics Live, you’ll really enjoy this podcast as you get to lear
Porsche Clubs Worldwide and SEMA Show Report
On this episode, Vu details his recent trip the SEMA show. We hear about some of the Porsches that were featured, what’s hot in relation to Porsche and how the overall vibe was this year at the industry’s most important show. We also talk about the recent virtual meeting held by Porsche Clubs Worldwide. You get an inside look at what other Porsche Cl
Porsche Trivia Time – How Much Do You Know?
On this episode, we bring on two PCA members to see how much Porsche trivia they can answer. We’ve prepared 21 questions to try and stomp Porsche enthusiasts. Take a listen and tell us how many of these questions you already knew.
Can Car Meets Be Saved?
On this episode, we talk about the negative side of car meets and what can be done to prevent people behaving badly. With some high profile events in the news, it can cast a negative light on car enthusiasts which can lead to the cancelation of these gathering. This is a problem that can affect everyone who enjoys getting together with other car enthusi
Things I Learned From Restoring My Porsche 356
On this episode we have David Dukehart, who recently finished a mild restoration of his 356. We also welcome Rob Rohrbach, who, is debating whether to restore or simply fix certain areas of his 356. David tells us how he thought he was buying a car that didn’t need any work but soon found out that it needed some work to be where he wanted the car to be.
Live at the Boardwalk Reunion 2025
This episode finds us on the Music Pier at New Jersey’s Ocean City Boardwalk. We were invited to do a live show at the PCA Boardwalk Reunion, a one-of-a-kind car show presented by PCA Zones 1 and 2. It was an event where 355 Porsches lined the boards. Our guests include Bob Gutjahr and Ellen Beck, who are the founders of the event, and David Whitlock of
Dealer viewpoint: How Toyota Is Dealing With Market Changes
Martin Simon, PCA member and General Manager of Ourisman Toyota, joins us in studio to talk about the car industry. We chat about how Toyota and Porsche are dealing with changes in the market and we get Martin’s thoughts on hybrids, EV’s and platform sharing. It’s interesting to hear from another brand and how it compares to Porsche.
Our Adventures At This Year’s Luftgekühlt 11
On this episode we cover our experiences at this year’s Luft 11. PCAers Bob Miller and Richard Bauer come on the podcast as our special guest. Bob, Richard, and Manny all entered their Porsches and were accepted into the show. Vu came down as well to attend his first Luft. Between the four of us, we’ll give you our thoughts on the show, what it was
Bob Rassa - He Has Gone To Every Porsche Parade Since 1966!
On this episode, Bob Rassa, PCA member since 1967, talks about what PCA was like in the 60’s, how he joined the club and why he decided to start attending Parades. He also tells us about buying his first Porsche, meeting club founder Bill Sholar and what it was like having Ferry Porsche at the Porsche Parade. This one is a little longer than usual but i
Does Porsche Still Need To Build Sports cars?
On this episode, which was recorded prior to the announcement that Porsche was repositioning its model lineup, we discuss whether or not Porsche needs to continue to build sportscars or will the cross overs and SUV’s suffice? We chat about the challenges Porsche leadership will be facing in the coming years and what can be done to keep the company head
What Happens When Porsche Owners Take Over A Cruise Ship?
On this episode, we report back on the annual PCA Treffen at Sea cruise. This year, over 900 PCA members spent a week on the Enchanted Princess and visited four ports. Each one had a PCA region with their Porsches, ready to welcome members as they disembarked. Plus, we talk about how we prepare the PCA office for its annual open house that attracts o
Alwin Springer-Telling Tales From A Career in Porsche Motorsports
Alwin Springer, one of the co-founder of Andial as well as the former President of Porsche Motorsports North America, joins us on the podcast again. He regales us with stories of some of his favorite people who he worked with during his long career in racing. We learn how he got hired at the famous Vasek Polak dealership and became head of the racing
Harley Magden: Turning A Car Collecting Hobby Into A Business
On this episode, Harley Magden joins us in studio to discuss a variety of topics around his obsession for cars. He’s primarily a Porsche guy but his collection varies widely and changes often. He and his brother started a successful window business that enabled them to purchase a car dealer that feeds their car collecting habit. It’s a fun hour of getti
Gunnar Jeannette – From Racing Phenom to Porsche Team Principal
We got to spend an hour, talking racing and history, with Gunnar Jeanette from AO Racing during Monterey Car Week. Gunnar was one of the youngest drivers to finish the 24 Hours of Le Mans. He was born into a Porsche family since his dad was a mechanic and crew chief for many Porsche teams during the 935 and 962 glory years. After racing, he partnered wi
Porsche Adventures During Monterey Car Week 2025
We talk about what we saw and did during this year’s Monterey Car Week. Of course, it was with a focus on our favorite brand, Porsche. We cover the major auction houses and the Porsches we saw. Plus, we chat a bit about this year’s Werks Reunion, some other shows we visited and spending a day with the folks from Gunther Werks at Laguna Seca. So much hap
Modifying a 996 For The Porsche Restoration Challenge
Peter Simpson joins us again to reveal the 996 that Porsche Owings Mills prepared for the Porsche Restoration Challenge this year. The twist with this car was that they had to make it a wide body to accommodate the Gemballa wheels that had purchased. They didn’t use C4S fender flares. Instead, they widened it themselves along with many other mods. It’s
What’s It Like Owning A Beck 904?
Most everyone dreams of owning a Porsche 904, but it’s current value makes that dream nearly impossible. For guest Chip Reichhart, the solution was to purchase a recreation at a much lower price. Chip joins us in studio to discuss his Beck 904. He goes over why he decided to buy it, what the differences are between the replica and real one, as well as
Porsches to Watch During the Monterey Auctions
On this episode we have Rob Sass in studio who helps us navigate the most interesting Porsches coming up for auction in Monterey. We start off by chatting about what we did over the Porsche weekend. This includes tire repair, air conditioning and fan resistor tips as well as why Orlando Bloom is promoting the PCA Porsche Design watch. We then go over ca
Buying A 168,000-mile Cayenne for $3500 - What Did I Learn?
Damon Lowney shares with us his ownership experience with his 2005 Cayenne V6 that he purchased earlier this year. Damon has racked a good amount of miles on the car and has a list of things that need to be fixed. Vu also shares his ownership experiences he’s had with his 2006 Cayenne he’s owned for almost 20 years. If you are in the market for an old
The Story of Ruf – A True Family Business
We had the opportunity to sit down with Alois and Aloisa Ruf during the Porsche Parade to hear their story of how the company started, recent innovations, and their current line up. We hear about how Ruf and Gran Turismo exposed the Ruf brand to gamers who are now buying the real cars. We also hear about the first Ruf built, Alois’s connection to PCA an
What We Did At the 2025 Porsche Parade
This episode was recorded in front of a live audience at the 2025 Porsche Parade in Oklahoma City, on the fourth day of Parade. Vu, Manny, and Damon welcome Nathan Merz to the podcast. We talk about all we did at Parade, which includes setting up, concours, RC cars, Tech Tactics, bowling, and more. This was a very memorable Parade and hopefully this epi
How the PCA 70th Anniversary 911 Club Coupe was developed
This is a special episode that was recorded several weeks ago since this car was still a secret. It is split into three sections because we wanted to interview the key people involved with the development of the newly announced PCA70 911 Club Coupe. We start off with PCA President Aaron Ambrosino, who details how the Executive Council conveyed their wis
Do You Want To Drive Your Porsche On Track?
On this episode, Mia Walsh, who is PCA’s National Drivers Education Committee Chair, joins us in studio to talk about what a rookie can expect if they come to a PCA DE. Along with hearing about Damon’s recent HPDE with Nord Stern Region at Road America, we chat about what you’ll need to participate, how PCA trains its instructors, and how PCA teaches yo
What Really Happened With James Dean and the 550 Spyder?
PCA member and internationally recognized expert on James Dean, Lee Raskin, joins us in studio for a lesson on everything you didn’t know about James Dean and his love of racing Porsches. Lee explains to us how he got hooked on James Dean, what he’s discovered over the decades of research and investigating James Dean, his cars, and that fateful day. If
Highs and Lows of Selling Porsches Over Four Decades
Michael Maurer was a salesperson at Porsche dealerships for four decades starting in 1982. He tells us what it was like to sell during lean years, what the 944 and Boxster did for salespeople, the coming of the SUV and luxury four door sedans and the threat of a Porsche bankruptcy. We talk about how people used to buy Porsches, discounts, selling duri
Has Porsche lost its way?
Michael Levitas, owner of TPC Racing, joins us to discuss whether Porsche has lost its way with the new cars. Michael owns a variety of Porsches that range from a 1971 911S to a 2024 911 Carrera S. He also owns several examples of Porsche’s competitors that he uses to develop aftermarket suspension and tuning products. We chat about whether newer cars a
Porsche 911 Hybrid Driving Impressions Plus Doing A Pro Solo In A Porsche
On this episode we chat about our turn at the 911 GTS T-Hybrid as well as what we thought about the Macan Turbo EV. Damon fills us in on his first ever SCCA Pro Solo event. Manny gives a report on doing the Porsche Driving Experience at New Jersey Motorsports Park as well as taking his sub-100 horsepower 914 on a PCA rally. We also touch upon people
Insider’s Perspective with Calvin Kim, PCNA's four-door spokesperson | Episode 168
Calvin Kim, Porsche Cars North America’s Product Spokesperson for Four-Door Porsches, joins us at Porsche Headquarters in Atlanta. Calvin doesn’t only work for Porsche, he wrenches on his own 996, does crazy road trips, and is a dyed-in-the-wool enthusiast. He gives us some insider perspective into all four lines of the four-door Porsches, why they buil
Curating Porsche Collections – A Peek Into How It's Done
Casey Parkin, owner of Group C Curation, visits us again in studio to discuss what he does everyday. Casey maintains several collections which feature Porsche predominantly. We delve into how he keeps track of maintenance, how often they are driven, what it’s like to work with the owners and much more. It’s an interesting peek into the collectors mind a
All the PCA History you can learn in one hour
On this episode we have Linda Goodman, PCA’s National Historian, on to discuss the history of how PCA became the world's largest car club with over 103K primary members. We start from the humble beginnings when it was just owners looking for technical support to the Porsche Parades, Panorama Magazine, factory Treffens, partnering with Porsche to build
Trying To Win The Porsche Classic Restoration Challenge with a 996
Peter Simpson, Service Manager for Porsche Owings Mills in Maryland, visits the podcast studio for a 60 minute discussion on a variety of topics. We cover the car they are going to enter in this year’s Porsche Classic Restoration Challenge (hint: it’s a 996), what a Service Manager does all day, are Porsche customers are different than Hyundai’s and ho
Are Porsche Cup Cars The Best Buy Right Now?
Bob Miller of At Speed Motors joins us for this week’s episode. We discuss every Porsche cup car from the 944 to the 997. We cover what they’re like to live with, how easy they are to drive and whether or not you need a crew to run them at the track. If you’ve ever wondered what’s the story behind these Weissach built specials, this episode will answ
Learning Porsche History with author, Jay Gillotti
Jay Gillotti, PCA member and noted author, joins us in studio to discuss his two Porsche books, Gulf 917 and Porsche Decades. We learn about the 917 and its origin, how the Gulf sponsorship and Steve McQueen came together to do a movie and what he though about Seinfeld’s 917 that went to auction. We also chat about his latest book, Porsche Decades and
What did Florida's auctions tell us about the Porsche market?
David Whitlock of the Stuttgart Market Letter joins us to go over the auctions held in Miami and Amelia Island in March. We learn which cars surprised us, which didn’t sell and which met expectations. Plus we touch upon the affect of tariffs on the collector car market.
Secrets To Daily Driving A 720K Mile 996 Turbo
Unbelievably, Tom Thalmann has driven his 996 Turbo to over 700K miles. He’s in studio to share his secrets to keeping the car running reliably and looking like new. We learn his secrets on maintenance, oil changes, driving through Boston winters and why he choose a 911 Turbo.
Projekt964 Auction Watch and Porsche Spotting in Scottsdale
We recorded this episode as we were watching the last 15 minutes of the Projekt964 auction on Bring A Trailer. We discuss the history of the car while anxiously awaiting the final bid. Plus, we talk about our visit to Scottsdale, Arizona where we visited the Avante Garde Collection, Roger Penske’s newest dealership-Porsche North Scottsdale. We also ge
What we did during Amelia Island Car Week & Why you need to register for Porsche Parade
Every year the Amelia Island car week starts the car season on the east coast. This episode we take you along with us as we visit different events and Porsches. Our guest is Carl Scholz who attended is first Werks Reunion this year. We cover both the Gooding and Broad Arrow auction previews, the Reverie party, Werks Reunion and ending with the Amelia
Selling Projekt 964 with A-GC's Matt Crandall
PCA has decided to sell its 1990 911 Carrera 4 on Bring A Trailer. Matt Crandall who owns Avante-Garde Collection and is also known as 911R on Bring A Trailer, is taking care of it for us. We find out what they did to the car to prepare it for the auction, how he started his business of helping enthusiasts sell their car, and lots of stories. Also joini
Did Damon make a pro detailer cringe?
On this episode, Damon answers the critics about his detailing video. In the studio is Kurt Felmar, professional detailer, who joins us to discuss what went right and what didn’t when Damon detailed his Cayman. Even if you didn’t watch the video, you will learn some new detailing tips and better understand ceramic coatings.
Nathan Merz: The Man Behind the Minutiae
On this episode we invite Porsche savant, Nathan Merz, on the podcast to discover what he really thinks on a variety of Porsche topics. From how he got hooked on cars and Porsches to whats his forever Porsche. He tells us which model would he never buy and which GT3 generation is the best. If you enjoy watching Nathan’s videos, you’re going to learn e
Inside the Mind of a Collector — Joe Hikel
On this episode we highlight PCA member Joe Hikel who not only acquires but drives his collection of Porsches. Some are modified, others stock, some classic, others modern. He tells us what attracted him to the various models and how they’re used. He also tells us what it’s like to own an Emory Special as well as a Singer 911.
Porsches Up For Auction at Amelia Island & Miami 2025
On this episode we review some of the interesting Porsches that will be going up for auction at Amelia Island and ModaMiami. Joining us is Bob Miller of At Speed Motors who gives us a market perspective and insights of what these cars will sell for.
Red Flags: When not to buy a Porsche
On this episode, we discuss what are our personal ‘red flags’ are which will make us walk away from a potential Porsche purchase. Our guest is PCA Member, Paul Gentile, who has bought a good share of Porsches and other cars. While not a dealer or broker, he is very representative of many members who are simply looking for a Porsche to purchase as long
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