MORE ROAD TRIPS!
Its almost spring, and some of the best driving roads in the U.S. are between Washington state and California – just not I-5. Continue reading “”
Category: Porsche Blog
AN UNLIKELY VALENTINE
Magnus means “great” in Latin. Like him or not, it’s been hard to ignore Magnus Walker, whose media attention has shone a light on air-cooled Porsches. And that’s contributed to their rise in value over the past five years – for good or for bad. Continue reading “”
THE CAR THAT INSPIRED A BOOK
Thanks to editor Randy Leffingwell and Road Scholars Magazine for showcasing my article on Ryan Snodgrass and his 1976 Porsche 2.7 Carrera.
This is the car that inspired Ryan’s recently published 400 page “bible” on the ’74-76 Euro Carrera 2.7 MFI model. Continue reading “”
MORE PATINA
More people are loving patinated Porsches. It’s rumored that Jerry Seinfeld is acquiring them, and the rest will follow. Always loved photographing and writing about them myself! Continue reading “”
ROAD TRIP!
There’s nothing better for clearing away winter cobwebs than taking a road trip in a 2004 Porsche 911 GT3 from L.A. to Seattle with a friend.
A GUIDE TO AUTOCROSS IN PCA MAGAZINE
To write and photograph about a subject as dear to my heart as autocross is an honor. Thanks to Pete Stout for allowing me to see this one through to completion. Thanks also to Richard Baron for his amazing design, which never ceases to amaze me. More thanks to the national autocross champions who participated. And finally, thanks to Jeff Barstow, who has been my driving partner for over 15 years. Continue reading “”
AIR COOLED GUYS SPOOF
Here’s a link to my latest Roads Scholars Magazine article – a tongue-in-cheek expose of the four things never to say to an air-cooled Porsche enthusiast. Hope it helps lighten your holidays!
What’s With All This Air-Cooled Porsche Passion? Continue reading “”
HOT ROD FILMS
Randy and Nick Roveda are teaming up to create storytelling motion content for their clients with hotrodfilms.com of Seattle and Los Angeles. Their specialty is consistent on-target branding and confidential marketing to the very highest standards for discerning car collectors. Continue reading “”
WINTER APPROACHES
December 22 is just a month a way. For those of you who live in environs that get roads salted, be sure and give your classic car(s) some exercise before they are put away for the season. Continue reading “”
THIS PANAMERA CONCOURS & AUTOCROSSES
The November issue of the Porsche Club of America’s magazine Panorama is full of captivating human interest stories and exceptional photography, including coverage of Rennsport Reunion V. Continue reading “”
CARRERA 2.7 BOOK NOW SHIPPING
Disclaimer: I was credited for supplying studio photos for this 400 page landmark book. OK, it’s amazing.
AS NICE AS PIE 356
Congrats to Michael Copperthite and his 1953 356 vintage race car just published in a feature I completed for the great guys at Road Scholars.
Michael found his Porsche pre-A 356 on eBay. It looked a mess, but something about the poorly painted coupe appealed to him. It was 95% complete, had seatbelts out of a P-51 Mustang fighter, and a rally clock out of a B-24 Liberator bomber. Continue reading “”
WORLD ENDURANCE CHAMPIONSHIP GOES TO PORSCHE
By winning the Shanghai WEC event today, Porsche achieved a total of 308 points, putting the manufacturer beyond the reach of Audi (238 points) and Toyota (137 points) with one race to go. This overall win is Porsche’s 13th world title as a constructor in endurance racing. Continue reading “”
THANK YOU
Wow, 1,000 views of “Roger’s Ride” in three days. Thanks to all of you for your gracious comments. I’m truly humbled by the reception this film has received. With every view it brings Roger back to life for me. Continue reading “”
ROGER GRAGO VIDEO NOW ONLINE
ROGER’S RIDE
One of the things you can’t take with you when you pass on is your story. Roger Grago left us with so many great stories, because he made a difference in other people’s lives. This film, “Roger’s Ride”, attempts to provide some of the ways in how he touched so many. The members of DKP and R Gruppe know what I’m talking about. Continue reading “”
SEARCHING FOR SALT
Thanks to everyone for your amazing support over the past two weeks. It’s been an incredible trip.
Also, congrats to Tom Woodford and his streamliner Porsche 911 just published in a story I covered on the disappearing salt flats at Bonneville Speedway. Continue reading “”