Inside peek of the 963 at Daytona, what’s a Sportomatic, and bore scoring

Learning What Your Porsche Was Meant For On The Track: Join Vu, Manny and Damon as they welcome the Porsche Club of America’s National Drivers Education Chair, Mia Walsh, to the studio. Mia tells us all about High Performance Drivers Education with the Porsche Club and why it’s a great way to become a faster and safer driver. We go over how we each got into DE, what cars are allowed to participate, how electronic safety features are handled when it comes to track driving and how PCA instructors are trained. If you’ve ever thought about driving on the track or just want to learn more, this is the episode for you. by Porsche Club Insider

69 min listen

What Is An Analog Porsche?: Join Vu, Manny and Damon as they welcome a past guest, Jim Earlbeck, to the show. This week we discuss what makes a Porsche analog? Are there features or characteristics that exclude it from that list? Does Porsche even make analog cars right now? This turns out to be a dynamic discussion with many different perspectives. After listening to the episode, let us know what you think makes a Porsche analog. by Porsche Club Insider

66 min listen

Do You Really Want To Restore A Porsche?: Join Vu, Manny, Damon, and special guest Bob Miller as they discuss restoring Porsches. We start off with our own restoration stores and then Bob gives us an insights on how he consults with potential clients who want to restore a Porsche. From the many reasons why, to understanding the restoration process, we learn how doing it the right way will pay off in the end. If you ever thought of restoring a Porsche, this may help you move ahead or change your mind. Plus, we update you on upcoming PCA events, Porsche news, PCA videos, and the member raffle. by Porsche Club Insider

68 min listen

Sneak Preview of Upcoming Videos With Nathan Merz: Join Vu, Manny and Damon as they cover a variety of Porsche topics on this episode. Damon is back from filming five videos with Nathan Merz that cover several Porsche models. You’ll also hear about some cool tools Vu bought, a region Tech Session we went to that featured a 1973 Carrera RS, Porsche celebrating 50 years of the Turbo, what were our best find at a swap meet as well as upcoming PCA events. by Porsche Club Insider

62 min listen

Rare Porsches at the Air Water Auction: Join Vu, Manny and Rob where they discuss their favorite rare Porsches that are being auctioned at the upcoming Air/Water show. We also talk about the new development with the Porsche lawsuit against Singer Vehicle Design as well as first drive impressions of the new Taycan. Plus, we update you on the latest Porsche news. by Porsche Club Insider

69 min listen

Does Autocrossing Make You A Better Driver?: Join Vu, Manny, and Damon as they discuss autocrossing and what they’ve learned from years of doing it. Plus, we learn about the new Taycan and what it’s like to drive them. Vu does show-and-tell with some new tools he discovered. We also update you on Porsche news, PCA videos, and upcoming events. We cover a lot of Porsche stuff in this episode. by Porsche Club Insider

69 min listen

Rare Porsches We Saw While Visiting Roads Scholars: Join Vu, Manny, and Damon as they go over the awesome Porsches they saw when they visited Cam Ingram at Roads Scholars in North Carolina. Roads Scholars is an industry leader in Porsche restoration. Having won their class at Pebble Beach several times, their attention to detail and authenticity is second to none. Plus, we get an update on Damon’s Cayman as he continues his mods. Plus, we talk about what it was like filming the latest video about replacing a water pump in a first generation Cayenne. There’s also an update on Porsche events and the latest Porsche news. An episode filled with Porsche goodness. Don’t miss it. by Porsche Club Insider

73 min listen

The Ultimate Road Trip: Two Germans Tour North America In Porsches: Join Vu and Manny as they welcome guests, Christian and Ortrun Hartinger, who each shipped their 997 GT3RS to the United States. Their story is what any car enthusiast would love to do. They decided to do this a few months before the 2020 pandemic and have spent three years touring North America and focusing on attending as many Porsche related events as possible. You’ll find this episode inspiring and aspirational. by Porsche Club Insider

63 min listen

What’s It Like To Be The 2023 Porsche Sprint Challenge Champion?: Join Vu, Manny, and Damon as they welcome special guest Ashley Frieberg to the podcast. Ashley’s been racing since she was 13 and is an amazing driver with experience in open wheels, prototype, and, of course, Porsches. She’s raced at the 24 Hours of Daytona and 12 Hours of Sebring as well as many other tracks. She tells us about how she got into racing, worked her way through challenges, and what the future holds for her. She’s an exciting driver that you will want to follow this year especially after you listen to this episode. by Porsche Club Insider

59 min listen

Crazy Porsche Adventures at Werks Reunion and Amelia Car Week: Join Vu, Manny, Damon, and Rob as they give an event by event rundown of the recent Amelia Island car week. From the Broad Arrow Auction preview, to the Porsche Winemakers Dinner, Werks Reunion, the Bonham and Gooding Auctions, Cars and Coffee at the Ritz, Radwood, the Hangar party and The Amelia, we’ve got it all covered. You’ll hear what happened behind the scenes and which of the Porsches were our favorites. Plus, we cover the latest PCA videos, Porsche news and upcoming PCA National events. Don’t miss this Amelia Island extended length podcast. by Porsche Club Insider

83 min listen

What Tech Tactics East Taught Us: Join Vu, Manny and Damon as they review the recent Tech Tactics East event and a visit to Fabspeed Motorsport. The gang goes over each session and give a summary and what they thought of the presentation. Plus, they talk about their visit to Fabspeed where they saw how new exhaust systems are developed. The latest PCA videos, Porsche news and upcoming PCA National events are also discussed. It’s a fulsome episode where you’re bound to learn a thing or two. by Porsche Club Insider

75 min listen

We Learn All About Porsche Technical Training Facilities: Join Vu, Manny, and their special guest, Rolf Kittlitz who is a Porsche After Sales Training Instructor. We learn all about how Porsche trains their technicians to fix and maintain their cars. What it takes to become a factory technicians, tools the dealers need to buy and when do the trainers get trained? Plus, we go over the latest PCA videos, Porsche news and upcoming PCA National events. by Porsche Club Insider

62 min listen

Behind The Scenes Filming the PCA Raffle Winners Video: Join Vu, Manny and Damon as they discuss filming the winners of the Fall PCA raffle. They also respond to some of the comments and questions from that video. Plus, they talk about the past week filming a GT4 vs GT4RS, 993 Carrera RS Club Sport and 964 RWB, all at TPC Racing. They go over the Aspen Ice Race, why Porsches are sitting at the port and upcoming PCA events. Lots of info covered in this episode. Don’t miss it. by Porsche Club Insider

66 min listen

Nathan Merz reports on what Porsches Sold at the Scottsdale Auctions: Join Vu, Manny, Damon and special guest, Nathan Merz, as they discuss the recent Scottsdale auctions. Nathan gives his take on what the auction results tell us compared to previous years. We also discuss 8 interesting Porsches that were sold from all three auction houses. Plus, we go over what we did last week, latest PCA videos, Porsche news and updates on PCA National events. by Porsche Club Insider

83 min listen

Is Brad Pitt racing a Porsche? 24 Hours win at Daytona - The Macan EV finally debuts: Join the original insiders, Vu, Manny, Damon and Rob as they record their 100th podcast episode. On this show they discuss a variety of topics to include what Vu saw at Daytona while Brad Pitt was filming his movie. They also discuss Porsche’s overall win at Daytona and what the PCA tent was like. The Macan EV is discussed as well as PCA latest videos and upcoming events. This is fun filled and informative episode that shouldn’t be missed. by Porsche Club Insider

84 min listen

What Porsches Are On Our Must Drive List?: Join Vu, Manny and Damon as they discuss the Porsches they most want to be able to drive someday. You may have be surprised at some of the answers or maybe you’ve never heard of a model or two they discuss. Plus, they go over a story about a member who paid for a PPI and found something devasting about the car they were looking to buy. They also discuss the latest Porsche news, PCA videos and upcoming PCA events. by Porsche Club Insider

77 min listen

Porsche CPO and aftermarket warranties: What are the differences?: Join Vu, Manny and Damon as they welcome returning guest, Casey Parkin, to the show. Casey tells us what the differences are between Porsche CPO (Certified Pre-Owned) and aftermarket warranties. Casey has experience with both and will give us some inside tips, what’s covered, what’s not and more. Plus, we revisit the Restoration Challenge Casey competed in at Rennsport. Plus, we cover the latest PCA videos, Porsche news and upcoming national events. by Porsche Club Insider

95 min listen

What It Takes To Host A Cars and Coffee Event: Join Vu, Manny, Damon, and special guest, Will Williams as they discuss what it takes to put on a successful cars and coffee event. Will runs the Hunt Valley Horsepower show and Vu manages the Mikey and Mels Cruise In. Both are popular car events in the greater Baltimore area that attracts many Porsche owners among other marques. Plus, we have updates on PCA videos, Porsche news and upcoming PCA events. Listen in, you’re bound to learn something new. by Porsche Club Insider

90 min listen

Modifying Porsches with Mike Levitas of TPC Racing: Join Vu, Manny and Damon as they welcome long-time PCA member Mike Levitas who owns TPC Racing. Mike has over 40 years of experience with driving, modifying and preparing Porsches for the track. On this episode he chats with the gang about popular mods for late model Porsches, what he does and does not recommend as well as what he thinks of Porsche’s future. Plus, we update you with the latest Porsche news, PCA videos and events. by Porsche Club Insider

92 min listen

New Years Porsche Resolutions & What Would You Buy? Lowrider Impala or 356?: Join Vu, Manny and Damon as they start the new year with a conversation about various topics to include their automotive new years resolutions. They discuss the rarity of NATO Olive Green pain on a Porsche as well as a 911 that years ago got away and has resurfaced. In news, we talk about fake Chinese Porsches, baseball’s newest phenom who bought someone a Taycan. Have you heard about Panera’s Charged Lemonade? We’ll tell you about. Don’t miss this first episode of 2024. by Porsche Club Insider

68 min listen

What Happened On The PCA Cruise: Join Vu, Manny and Damon as they welcome the PCA Events Manager, Melanie Williams, on the show to discuss the recent PCA Cruise with 800+ members. We also celebrate our two year anniversary of the first episode of the podcast as well as our favorite episodes. Plus, we discuss upcoming PCA events, videos, Porsche news and other Porsche stuff. Don’t miss this episode. by Porsche Club Insider

86 min listen

Things We Talk About At Cars and Coffee: This week Vu is on the PCA Cruise, so join Manny and Damon as they welcome two PCA members to the podcast. This episode we decided to discuss topics we would chat about at Cars and Coffee. You’re welcome to join in on the discussion on the YouTube chat. Plus, we have a special announcement about the next Treffen at Sea as well as the latest Porsche news, upcoming PCA videos and events. by Porsche Club Insider

77 min listen

The White Collection, a cheap Cayenne, and trying to steal a Porsche: Join Vu, Manny, Damon, and Rob as they spend an hour discussing a variety of Porsche related topics. This week Rob tells us about his under $10K Cayenne he bought, the gang discusses the results of the White Collection auction and then they ask “do car thieves really not know how to drive a manual?”. Plus, they go over the latest Porsche news, PCA videos and upcoming PCA events. by Porsche Club Insider

65 min listen

Does Nathan Merz Really Know That Much About Porsches?: Join Vu, Manny and Damon as they welcome special guest, Nathan Merz, to the podcast. Nathan tells us some behind the scenes stories about filming the buying guides he does for PCA. Plus, Vu briefs us on his recent trip to the International Porsche Clubs Presidents Meeting and what he learned from hanging out with the other overseas clubs. Manny talks about his weekend watching his family run and Damon tells us about comparing an Aston Martin and GT3 in California. We also cover the latest Porsche news and upcoming PCA videos. We do this all in front of 20 pounds of candy a listener sent us…..the holiday season is in full swing. by Porsche Club Insider

65 min listen

How Much Do Porsches Depreciate?: Join Vu and Manny as they tackle a long list of topics to include PCA’s Gift Guide and the new items in the Porsche Design and Porsche Club of America collaboration. Plus, discuss a recent article that listed the best and worst depreciating cars which includes a couple of Porsches on top and one that is a good deal because of its depreciation. The latest Porsche news is covered as well as current PCA videos and upcoming PCA National events. by Porsche Club Insider

58 min listen

What we saw at ÜnStock plus the improved Rennbow Porsche colors site: Join Vu, Manny, Damon, and Rob for podcast episode 89. They talk about how the ÜnStock show went as well as go over the new and improved Rennbow website that’s the authority on Porsche colors. They also discuss Porsche news and current PCA videos. by Porsche Club Insider

67 min listen

What we saw at the SEMA show: Join Vu, Manny and Damon for another Porsche filled podcast. This time we hear from Vu and his trip to SEMA. It’s an automotive industry show that showcases the latest in the aftermarket world. Plus we hear about latest Porsche news, Porsches we drove in upcoming One-Mile Review videos and upcoming PCA events. by Porsche Club Insider

63 min listen

Porsche Driving Experience - Test Driving Porsches On The Track: Join Manny and Damon as they welcome Chesapeake Region President Steve Wood to talk about test driving Porsches at the track. Manny and Steve were invited to the track to compare 911’s, Macans, Cayennes and Taycans. Damon fills us in on the long list of Porsches he drove for upcoming One Mile Review videos. Plus, they cover the latest Porsche news and upcoming PCA events. by Porsche Club Insider

70 min listen

The Carrera Panamericana in a Porsche 911 SC: Join Vu and Manny as they welcome special guest Pierre Mychaltchouk who just finished the 2023 Carrera Panamericana. What’s even more amazing is that he drive from Montreal all the down, raced, and drove back with a stop to do the podcast. Plus, we cover the latest Porsche and PCA news and videos. by Porsche Club Insider

71 min listen

Behind the Scenes of The White Collection: Join Vu, Manny and Damon for Episode 85 as they discuss the upcoming auction of the secret White Collection. Back in 2018, Damon lead a team that produced the most popular video on the PCA YouTube channel. It was about a collector who had amassed a substantial collection of notable Porsches all in white. The location was kept secret as was the identity of the owner. We share some background on this collection and what it was like filming the video. We also have more info on the missing Porsche Rennsport stamp that was sold on Ebay as well as the latest Porsche news. Plus, we talk about PCA videos that have been released as well as upcoming events. It’s a full, packed hour of Porsche goodness. Don’t miss it! by Porsche Club Insider

67 min listen

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