THINGS HAVE NEVER BEEN BETTER
Hooray! I’ve unloaded myself of an unsupportive obstacle to growth, so I can develop my true potential. Continue reading “”
CARRERA 2.7 BOOK AVAILABLE NEXT MONTH
“Serious automotive enthusiasts consider Porsche’s 1973 Carrera 2.7 RS to be the archetypical 911. The cars are light, responsive, purposeful and the type 911/83 mechanically fuel injected engine delivers scintillating performance. Over the last 40 years the 2.7 RS has been covered in dozens of books and articles. Yet its successor – a car with the identical engine and similar DNA – remains either unknown or misunderstood even by long-time Porsche enthusiasts.”
ROGER GRAGO FILM TO DEBUT NEXT MONTH
My film editor, Nick Roveda, and I are putting the final touches on a 26 minute documentary. It’s a tribute to our dear friend Roger Grago who gave so much to the California hot rod car clubs of DKP and R Gruppe. Roger passed away from brain cancer in December. This short film that I directed and shot will debut during Rennsport Reunion next month in Monterey. I’ll post again once this video is available online.
BORN TO RUN TURNS 40
The cover of Bruce Springsteen’s 1975 album Born to Run is one of rock music’s most iconic images. It was made by Eric Meola, who reportedly shot 900 frames with his Nikon during a three-hour photo session. Meola’s image shows Springsteen holding a Fender Telecaster and leaning against the late saxophonist Clarence Clemons.
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BEVEES
The current issue of Porsche Club of America’s Panorama Magazine, August 2015, includes my photo coverage of “Bevees” – Bev Gould’s 1970 911 E Porsche Targa. Ada Lee Halofsky wrote the wonderful text. Continue reading “”
RENNSPORT REUNION V
Days of vintage racing, concours on the ave and on the grass, gatherings at the Baja Cantina, and auctions in town. As the annual Monterey Motorsports Reunion wraps up this weekend in CA, it’s time to start looking forward to the next classic car event focused on Porsche at the same locale next month. Continue reading “”
GOING MOBILE
You may have heard the song by The Who. But that was back in 1971. What about today? What’s the absolute minimum a certified vagabond would need to travel and experience his country, self sufficient and styling. No big motor home. Just a mobile self-contained cabin, complete with everything. Well, everything a vagabond would need… Here’s one answer. Continue reading “”
TIME MACHINE
It was a pleasure getting to know Bob Heintz and his 1955 Pre-A Porsche 356. Bob restored this rare “Continental” model to perfection in its original Jade Green Metallic paint. It’s a gem that has gone on to win numerous concours. Continue reading “”
THE HISSING OF SUMMER LAWNS
Released 40 years ago, this folk/jazz album by singer-songwriter Joni Mitchell remains intriguing.
“Don’t Interrupt the Sorrow”, “Shades of Scarlett Conquering”, and “Harry’s House / Centerpiece” continue to be some of my favorites. Eclectic for sure, and not for everyone – just the way I like it.
U.S. original LPs sound great, as do the 180 gram reissues.
Get well soon, Joni. Happy 90th Mom!
THE BERING SEA – 35 YEARS AGO
In 1980 I was king crab fishing with my father on his 108 foot ship “Shaman” in the Bering Sea. Here is a photo I made during my last of seven seasons as a commercial fisherman in Alaska. It looks much the same today. It’s a part of my history very few of my friends know about. Continue reading “”
PORSCHE TO FOCUS MORE ON WEIGHT?
An end to the horsepowers wars? Sounds good to me. The latest supercars are so powerful (and heavy) that when a novice driver exceeds the limits of adhesion bad things happen… fast. Hopefully the next GT3 will incorporate answers to these questions. Continue reading “”
HOT CHILI
Congrats to Alan Rich and his spicy red 1973 BMW 2002 with M3 Propulsion – as featured in the current issue of Bimmer Magazine (#133). Alan and his son Zach did most of the work themselves converting a stock sunroof ’02 into a custom 245hp fire breathing hot rod. It was a privilege to cover this fun story in words and pictures. Continue reading “”
WHEELS OF FORTUNE
Road Scholars Magazine just published an article I put together with the help of several Porsche vintage wheel experts.
Included is an overview of rare early Porsche road rims: the first 356 wheels, Spyder lightwieghts, Rudge Knock-offs, Carrera GT wheels, 1967 911S 4.5s, 911 R rims, Mahle Magnesium wheels, and 911 and RSR versions. Continue reading “”
WHY WE LOVE SUMMER
Contented, rested, and relaxed, a vacation summer traveler is sure to encounter welcome stories to tell. Continue reading “”
A Safe and Happy 4th of July To All!
Now Celebrating Our Website’s 5th Anniversary. Continue reading “”
EV WINS PIKES PEAK HILLCLIMB
Rhys Millen won Pikes Peak overall today driving an all-electric powered vehicle – a first in the history of the event. With a time just a few ticks over 9 minutes, Sebastian Loeb’s seemingly miraclulous 2013 record run of 8:13.878 in a World Rally car is still safe for now. Continue reading “”