Porsche Club Insider

join Vu, Manny and Damon as they discuss Porsche’s performance at Super Sebring. They also tour a special private collection in the Virginia area. Plus, they review the latest Porsche news, latest PCA videos and some cool upcoming PCA events

Join Vu, Manny, and Damon as they discuss the Porsche topics of the week. Some of the team visited the Revs Institute in Naples, Florida for two days of filming the rare Porsches in their collection. Vu asks the crew what inspired everyone to become car people. Plus, we go over the latest Porsche news, PCA videos and upcoming events.

Join Vu, Manny and Damon as they review what they did during the five days at Amelia Island car week. Werks Reunion, Hagerty Cars and Coffee, Auctions, and The Amelia are discussed as well as the Porsches they saw. The latest Porsche news, PCA videos and upcoming events are also reviewed.

This week we have Ilko Nechev, PCA Advertising Director, who gives us a first hand report on what happened at this years Los Angeles Lit Meet weekend. He covers the Porsche shop open houses and the swap meet. We also update you on the latest Porsche news, PCA videos and upcoming events.

Join Vu, Manny and Damon as they review the recent Tech Tactics East event. The crew goes over their favorite presentations as well as the warehouse tour to include the parts that the attendees didn’t get to see. You’ll hear their favorite Porsches they saw in the parking lot and their favorites in the diecast concours competition. Plus, we cover the latest Porsche news and updates to upcoming PCA events.

The Porsche Club Insider Podcast crew goes on the road to Tech Tactics East in Easton, PA for another episode. This time they have special guest Christoph Klockow from Porsche Exclusive join them for the whole show. Christoph was involved with the 911 Dakar Rallye Package project and gives us some insight into the development of the car. He also tells us about his background, how he came to work for Porsche and what model he has on order for himself. Plus, the crew discusses the latest Porsche news, upcoming events and current videos.

Join Vu, Manny, and Damon as they discuss the most recent updates for Rennsport Reunion planning as well as Projekt 964. Find out whether Manny’s question to Vu’s question on the 964 was real or not. Plus, the gang reviews the latest Porsche news to include 959 Dakar restoration, what Walter Rohrl thinks of the 911 Dakar, and the first spy shots of the Boxster EV.

Join Vu, Manny and Damon for another Porsche topic filled podcast. The gang discusses Vision 357 and what it really means about Porsche’s future. They also reveal how their pricing guesses for the 5 Scottsdale Auction Porsches. Plus, what happened with the 963 and 992 911GT3R at the 24 Hours of Daytona? Plus, the latest Porsche news, updates on PCA videos and a review of what we did last week.

Have you ever spun your Porsche on the road or track? On this episode, Vu, Manny and Damon welcome special guest Tessa Hall who is the Skidpad Instructor for the Potomac Region of the Porsche Club of America. She tells us about a unique program where entrants spend all day practicing car control and understanding handling dynamics by simply driving in circles. The crew also discusses the latest update on Rennsport Reunion planning as well as the latest Porsche news and upcoming club events.

Have you noticed how much PCA’s Instagram account has changed in the past two months? On this episode we introduce the listeners to Bogdan Roberson who is responsible for Porsche Club of America’s social media. Vu, Manny and Damon have Bogdan in studio to tell us how he came to the United States, how he made social media his career and what plans he has for the PCA. The crew also updates everyone on the latest Porsche news, upcoming events and what they did the previous week.

The Scottsdale auctions are at the end of January and will be an indicator of the collector car market. Join Vu, Manny, Damon, and Rob Sass (Porsche Panorama Editor) for a discussion of five of the Porsches that will be auctioned off. Play along as the crew gives their estimate on sales price and why. Plus, they talk about upcoming events, Porsche news and what they did the past week.

This week’s episode Vu, Manny, and Damon welcome the new National President of the Porsche Club of America, Aaron Ambrosino, to the podcast. We find out what Porsches he drives, what he likes to do with the club, as well as what he plans to focus on as President. Aaron also joins us for a review of the latest Porsche news, upcoming events, and what car stuff we did last week. Join us for a very special episode and get to know your new club President.

Join Vu, Manny, and Damon for the first podcast of 2023. The gang discusses Porsche-related resolutions for 2023 as well as what some of their favorite car-related Christmas gifts they received. Manny gives an update on Rennsport Reunion Parade laps, Vu discusses upcoming national PCA events, and Damon chats about the latest PCA videos. Of course, the latest Porsche news is discussed as well as listener comments.

What happens when over 600 Porsche enthusiasts find themselves on the high seas for eight days in a cruise ship? We find out on this podcast! Join Vu, Manny, Damon and special guest, PCA Events Manager, Melanie Williams for another episode of the Porsche Club Insider Podcast. In addition to hearing about all the adventures that were had at the first ever PCA Cruise, we’ll discuss the latest Porsche news, PCA events coming up in early 2023 and if we’re still doing stuff with our Porsches even though it’s cold and wintertime in the mid-Atlantic.

Join Manny, Damon, and special guests Bob Miller and Anthony Saleiro for another Porsche-filled podcast. The gang discusses Bob’s latest buy, a factory 944 Turbo Cup, and why they are so collectible. They also speak with Anthony, PCA Member Services Rep, on whether or not his experience with PCA Sim Racing helped him at his first High Performance Driving Event. We also discuss the latest Porsche news, upcoming events and the latest PCA videos.

Join Vu, Manny and Damon for their 40th episode of the podcast. This week they discuss the visit to LN Engineering to film videos on understanding and preventing bore scoring. They also filmed content on the original two pedal 911, the Sportomatic. Manny talks about the three days he spent at Daytona International Raceway with the Porsche Motorsport Team during pre-season testing. The gang also talks about upcoming videos, PCA events and the return of Tech Tactics East in 2023.

We have a full house in the studio on this episode. Join Vu, Manny, Damon and Rob as they discuss Damon’s One Mile Reviews that he did in Los Angeles and San Diego and Vu updates us on his recent call with Porsche about clubs around the world. Rob tells us what he’s doing to his 996 over the winter and Manny updates us on Rennsport planning. The crew discusses the recent electric Boxster spy shots, Porsche’s SuperCup in F1 and what is BlackPink?

Join Vu and Manny as they discuss the new 911 Dakar and why Porsche built it. They also discuss the two media days PCA was invited to, who they saw and spoke to from Porsche, plus which cars they drove for One Mile Reviews while out in Los Angeles. They both discuss the latest Porsche news, upcoming and current videos as well as what events to start planning for in 2023. If you ever wondered about buying a Porsche bike, they talk about what to expect to see during the next Tech Tactics Live. Plus, for those of you keeping count, we hear updates on Vu’s brother’s wedding ceremonies 2 and 3-how many times can one couple say ‘I do’?

Join Vu, Manny, Damon and special guest, Cindy Jacisin (PCA Executive Vice President) as they pick their favorite Porsches at the unStock event in Los Angeles. They also discuss what went on behind the scenes of unStock, the latest Porsche news and Cindy tells us her favorite memories while volunteering to be Exec. Vice President.

Join Vu, Manny, and Damon for another lively discussion about Porsches. This time we give the lowdown on all the Porsches we saw during the three days at the SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) show in Las Vegas. They also discuss the new products and what the climate was like compared to last year. Damon updates us on new videos that are out, and the gang go over some of the comments on the Panamera One-Mile Review. You’ll also get updates on the latest Porsche news to include the new off-road 911, Boxster EV, as well as Vu’s travel adventures in order to make it to a vows renewal.

Join Vu, Manny and Damon for another episode where they discuss the season ending Mike and Mels car show, Damon’s last autocross as well as behind the scenes filming One Mile Reviews of an R Gruppe 911R and a modified 2022 Panamera GTS. The guys cover the latest Porsche news as well as upcoming PCA events. For those with new drivers in the household, Vu gives tips on what to do if your teen is involved in an accident and how to rent a car for those under 21 years of age.

Join Vu, Manny, and Damon as they talk about their weekend spent doing some Porsche stuff and some non Porsche activities. Jim Hemig, PCA’s Marketing Director, joins in later in the show to give his latest F1 Porsche predictions. Plus Porsche news and the latest on PCA videos. Happy Halloween!

Join Vu, Manny and Damon as they discuss what they saw at the annual PCA Boardwalk Reunion in Ocean City, New Jersey. Damon tells us how he finished the autocross season. They also discuss the latest Porsche news and updates on the upcoming unStock and LA Auto Show Member Preview. It’s a full and busy episode. Don’t miss it.

Join Vu, Manny, Damon and special guest, Ilko Nechev who is Porsche Panorama’s Advertising Director. Vu and Manny give an update on their recent site visit to Laguna Seca with Porsche. Damon tells us how many quarts of brake fluid he needed to use to get all the bubbles out. Ilko describes his Luft 8 experience in Los Angeles. Plus, there’s Porsche news, updates on unStock, LA Auto Show Member Preview and Tech Tactics West.

Join Vu, Manny, Damon and Rob for a seventy-five minute chat about the recent Audrain Motor Week and what PCA did there. Plus, tells us what else he did and saw while in Germany to visit our Porsche friends. There’s a lively discussion about proper foot wear when on camera, Porsche news and what’s up and coming with PCA videos and Panorama magazine.

On this special episode, we have guest Paul Gregor who is the Project Manager Global Community Management for Porsche AG in North America, Europe, Russia, China, Middle East and Africa. Vu and Paul call in from the Porsche factory to update listeners on what’s new with Porsche Clubs and plans for the future as well as what they’ve done while in Germany. Along with Manny and Damon, they discuss Rennsport updates from last week, what fun stuff they did with their Porsches and the latest Porsche news. This episode illustrates the strong relationship between Porsche AG and the Porsche Club of America. Don’t miss it.

Join Vu, Manny, and Damon as they discuss Rennsport Reunion 7 updates, driving a 911 SC Weissach Edition Safari with a 3.6-liter 996 flat six, as well as behind the scenes of the Tech Tactics Live episode about the Classic Club Coupe. Also, we share stories about the PCA National Office field trip to the Summit Point Club race as well as what we did over the weekend. If you would like to see photos and videos of what we’re discussing, be sure to watch the podcast on the Porsche Club of America YouTube channel.

Join Vu, Manny, and Damon for another episode where they discuss the PCA Open House and which cars were their favorites. The gang discusses whether or not they would buy the new Porsche tent and then review Porsche sales since 1986 and which Porsche saved the company. If you’ve left a review or a comment on YouTube, we probably gave you a shout out.

Join Vu, Manny, and Damon for another episode where they discuss the PCA Open House and which cars were their favorites. The gang discusses whether or not they would buy the new Porsche tent and then review Porsche sales since 1986 and which Porsche saved the company. If you’ve left a review or a comment on YouTube, we probably gave you a shout out.

Join Vu, Manny, Damon and Jim for a behind the scenes look at how SportsCar Together Fest went and what was it like meeting Jeff Gordon. Jim briefs us on the withdrawal of Porsche from its F1 ambitions and how close is Porsche to releasing its IPO. It’s another jam packed episode of Porsche goodness.

Join Vu, Manny, Damon and Rob for Episode 26 where they discuss the state of the Porsche market after evaluating the auctions in Monterey. We discuss the results of the Porsches that Rob told us to watch as well as what Monterey’s auction results tell us about the future of Porsche collector car values. We’ll also talk about what we did last week, videos we filmed, videos we released and upcoming PCA events. As always, a jam packed episode for all Porschephiles.

Join Vu, Manny, Rob, and Damon on this extended cut of the Porsche Club Insider Podcast. We cover all we did from Tuesday through Sunday. From the Classic Motorsports Magazine Monterey Kick Off to the inaugural Laguna Seca Hillclimb. In between there was a lot of stories, people we met, things we learned and cars we drove. Plus, the usual update on Porsche news, upcoming PCA National events and recent videos we released. Listen to it in one sitting or break it up into parts. Either way, you will enjoy this episode.

Join Vu and Manny with special guest Melanie Williams (PCA Events Manager) as they discuss the upcoming GT3 vs GT3 Touring PCA video, announcement of this year’s UnStock event location, Vu’s car class for new drivers, the latest Porsche news, and much more.

In studio we have Vu, Manny and Rob who review which interesting Porsches are going to be auctioned off at Monterey. They also discuss what they’ll be doing in Monterey to include Werks Reunion, Laguna Seca, various auctions, the Porsche Zentrum and much more. The latest Porsche news is also reviewed as well as upcoming events and current PCA videos.

Join Vu, Manny and Damon as they welcome guest Robin Wilkes from Pirelli. We discuss F1, tire availability as well as what we’ve done the past week with our Porsches. Hear things that we didn’t discuss on Tech Tactics Live. We also review interesting Porsche related news.

Join Vu, Manny and Damon as they discuss a variety of topics on this show. We recently had a 2022 Cayenne Turbo GT for a few days and the trio talk about their first impressions. We get updates on SportsCar Together Day, unStock as well as a sneak peak into the next raffle car. Listen for behind the scenes stories on our recent videos as well as the latest Porsche news.

Join the Vu, Manny, and Damon with special guest Jim Hemig for another fun episode of Porsche Club Insider. This week the crew discusses the Porsche email warning owners not to remove their wings off their cars. Jim Hemig explains what the upcoming Porsche IPO is about and whether you too want to be an owner of the Porsche AG. PCA has released a lot of videos in the past month and the crew discusses some behind the scenes about them. All this plus Porsche news. Intro by Tessa Hall / EditMyAudio.com

On this episode, Vu, Manny, Damon and Rob discuss the last four days of the Porsche Parade. How the Parade of Porsches went, behind the scenes in setting up the 70 Years of Porsche Clubs photo using Porsche cars in a parking lot, and what was covered at Tech Tactics. Hear about the Vu vs Damon autocross battle. They also discuss Damon’s trip to the Goodwood Festival of Speed and Vu’s adventures at the Pike’s Peak Hill Climb. Plus the latest Porsche news to include the new 963 Le Mans Prototype.

Join Vu, Manny, Damon and Rob as they welcome Bob Miller to the podcast studio. Bob is a long time PCA member who got started in PCA Club Racing and eventually made it to professional racing. Hear his tales of having Derek Bell as a teammate, advice on collecting Porsches and how he managed to start his own shop. We’ll also hear from Rob Sass who got to drive a 73 911 Carrera RS Touring and Lightweight as well as a 964 RS. Vu brings us up to date on some interesting Porsche news items. This episode is chock full of great stories and observations. Don’t miss it.

A must listen for any Porsche fan! Vu, Manny, Rob and Damon report from the first three days of the 2022 Porsche Parade in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania. They discuss the cars Porsche brought to debut and show off as well as crowd favorites at the concours. You get a behind the scenes report from Concours prep, what we learned from our friends at Porsche AG who were at Parade and what videos we filmed while we were there.

Join Vu, Manny, and Damon for another hour of Porsche talk and camaraderie. They discuss the latest Porsche news, what may appear at the Porsche Parade as a surprise from Porsche, One Mile Reviews, Hoonipigasus, GT3 RS spied, and upcoming events and Rennsport Reunion.

Join Vu, Manny, and Damon for another hour of Porsche talk and camaraderie. They discuss the latest Porsche news, what may appear at the Porsche Parade as a surprise from Porsche, One Mile Reviews, Hoonipigasus, GT3 RS spied, and upcoming events and Rennsport Reunion.

On this episode we have Vu, Manny, Damon and special guest, PCA Marketing Director, Jim Hemig, in the studio. Rob calls in from his corner of the world. Vu tells us how he learned to love F1 during the Miami GP and how he almost beat Max and Checo in karting. Jim explains the differences with the LMdH and LM Hypercar when it comes to Porsche racing at Le Mans in 2023. We also talk about the Treffen at Broadmoor, how much Rob cursed during the replacement of his 996 water pump and what new videos we released. Join us for an hour of camaraderie, laughing and your dose of Porsche talk.

This episode has the whole crew in the studio. Join Vu, Manny, Rob, and Damon as they discuss the latest Porsche news. This include F1 rumors (now confirmed), where they think Rennsport Reunion VII will be held, SportsCar Together Fest happening this year, and updates on Damon and his Cayman.

PCA Porsche Parade Chair Ron Gordon joins us on the podcast to discuss what members can expect at this year's Porsche Parade. We also go over what you can and cannot do if you are not registered. We have the normal Porsche news updates as well as Rob updates us on driving a base Taycan and Damon tells us about his Cayman. Lots of 'insider' info on this episode to include more on the surprise from Porsche at Parade this year.

On this episode of Porsche Club Insider Podcast, the crew is catching up on Porsche news, things they’ve done to their Porsches, as well as updates on upcoming events and videos. Rob tells us about his "new to him" 1999 996. The crew debate whether or not they would pay for the Weissach Package on the GT4 RS if they won the PCA raffle car. Damon tells us what he found when he removed the IMS seal on his Cayman. Manny and Vu update everyone on their trip to the Parade site in a less-than-spectacular rental car.

Join Vu, Manny, Damon, and Rob as they host a very special guest, straight from Germany, Uwe Makrutzki (Head of Porsche Classic Factory Restoration), who fills in the blanks about how the Classic Club Coupe was built. You'll hear about the 996 they secretly took from the Porsche Museum, to use as a test mule while building the CCC. In addition, Uwe will detail why certain modifications were done and how much time and energy went into building a one of one special wishes Porsche.

On Episode 10, we have Porsche collector and PCA National Policy Committee Chair Bob Gutjahr on to discuss how he maintains his collection. We call him Zoltar because he’s had particular luck with picking cars that weren’t very popular at the time but are now classics. We cover the latest Porsche news, what’s upcoming in Porsche Panorama, and which PCA videos we will soon see on YouTube.

Special Guest (Nathan Merz of the PCA Tech Committee-Valuations and owner of Columbia Valley Luxury Cars) Episode 10 is chock full of Porsche information. Listen to the regular group of Vu, Manny, Damon, and Rob along with special guest, Nathan Merz (PCA Tech Committee) of Columbia Valley Luxury Cars as the gang discusses the last laps of the 24 Hours of Daytona, spy shots of the new 911 Sport Classic, as well as some stories about the original 997 Sport Classic. Damon tells us about the GT1 prototype rendering that PCA had commissioned, which leads to the age old question: “How much horsepower is enough?” They also chat about which Porsche model really saved Porsche, what the latest Tech Tactics Live was about, as well as updates from Damon and Rob on Panorama and PCA videos. Nathan gives us a sneak peek on the state of the Porsche market after his trip to Scottsdale and what he plans to talk about on the February 23rd episode of Tech Tactics Live. Lots of Porsche talk between friends, all packed in just one hour.

Episode 8 of Porsche Club Insider features the regular crew of Vu, Manny, Damon, and Rob as well as special guest John D’Angelo, who heads the Special Interest Registries for PCA as well as being one of three members of the Nominating Committee. The gang discusses what makes someone sell a project car at a loss after spending considerable money on it; whether the "safari" 911 (or potentially 911 "Dakar," we've since learned) that is coming out will have any connection to the automaker's Paris-Dakar history; and the new electric turbocharger that Porsche patented. John D’Angelo tells us about his time with PCA as a volunteer, how he decided to use Cole Scrogham and Madison Automotive Apprentices to restore Kermit (a Conda Green 993 Cabriolet), and what it was like doing European Delivery with his 991 Club Coupe, one of Porsche's best-kept secrets. Damon gives us updates on the videos he’s shooting and editing and Rob makes us all jealous with the news that he will drive the 718 Cayman GT4 RS.

Episode 7 is chock full of variety of Porsche topics. Diane Sullenberger, President of the Potomac Region of the Porsche Club of America, joins Vu, Manny, Rob, and Damon for an hour of Porsche talk. They discuss the latest auctions that include the Carrera GT and Bad Boys 911 Turbo as well as the latest Tech Tactics Live where Vu upset some satellite radio subscribers. In addition, the news of Porsche building engines for Singer makes the gang wonder how it will affect air cooled Porsche owners. We talk with Diane about how she got into Porsches, what made her volunteer to be President and how does a marriage survive when both people want to do track events. Damon gives us updates on upcoming videos and Rob tells us about what to expect with coming issues of Panorama.