Someone stole the "million-mile Porsche" and then the Internet found it! - plus 14 more

Published: Tue, 08/20/13

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Video: "Disturbing the Peace" - Featuring Magnus Walker
Magnus Walker Disturbing the Peace
Is Magnus Walker getting over-exposed?  We don't think so! It seems like he's just hitting his stride.  This newest video was produced for the launch of Hong-Kong based automotive journal "Blackbird" and is a concentrated and condensed version of Magnus' passion. Click here, or the image above, to watch the video yourself and read what Magnus told us about the making of this video.
2016 Porsche Club of America Porsche Parade Venue Announced
Jay Peak Tram
We know, 2016 is a long way away. However, late last week we got word on where the PCA Parade is being held (after we get through 2014 in Monterey and 2015 in French Lick) and we just had to share because it's in one of the more beautiful spots in the country for driving and relaxing. 

Click Here to Learn Where it Will be Held and Why it's so Great!
IF YOU ENTERED OUR CONTEST TO WIN A PORSCHE BOXSTER ROOM KEY, DON'T FORGET TO CHECK AND SEE IF YOU'RE ONE OF OUR 20 LUCKY WINNERS. THERE ARE STILL SOME WE HAVEN'T HEARD FROM YET!
Listen to the Sound of the Flat 12 in this 917 as it Races Around Monza
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The exhaust sound our Porsches make is one of my favorite aural delights. However, as nice as they sound, they don't compare to the sounds Porsche race cars make. Especially when those sounds are coming through the exhaust pipes of a 12 cylinder Porsche 917!  

Listen to This 917 as it Laps Monza at Full Throttle
What are Active Aerodynamics and How do They Help the Porsche 911 Turbo Change Shapes? 
air flowing over 2014 Porsche 911 Turbo
Watch this video and learn how the all new 911 Turbo has the ability to change shapes on the fly to create the best downforce and the least drag possible.  This is tech that will most likely make its way through the entire product line over time. 

Click Here to Watch the Video
DP Motorsport Project "911 Sleeper 3.2" 
DP Motorsport's 911 3.2 Sleeper
You would be hard pressed to consider any Porsche 911 a "sleeper". However, those that know their 911s have certain expectations about performance based on outward appearance.  That's the point behind DP Motorport's newest project the "911 Sleeper 3.2".  Everything is not as it seems... See more pictures, learn what's under the skin and decide if you can afford this type of deception by clicking here or the image above. 
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Is Spyder Creations' 550 as Good as the Real Thing?
spyder creations 550
Last weekend an original 550 Spyder sold for $3.75MM in Mecum's auction at Pebble Beach. With prices like that an original 550 is out-of-reach for practically everyone.  What about a replica? There are good ones and not so good ones.  Spyder Creations has built a 550 they say is as close to the original as possible.  FLATSIXES.com's Roger Garbow had the chance to drive one, and talk to the builders, and they're not exaggerating. 

Read Our Review, Watch the Video and See Pictures, Specs and Pricing
Learn How to Repair Paint Chips on Your Porsche 
Larry Kosilla fixing a paint chip
No matter how well you treat your Porsche, paint chips are bound to happen.  It might be some idiot in a parking lot who dings you, or more likely a stray pebble or rock will mar your hood or wide rear fenders at some point.  Larry from AMMOnyc walk us through the proper way to repair these paint chips and get your Porsche looking new again. It takes patience and practice, but it's not as hard as you might think.  

Learn How to Properly Perform Paint Chip Repair
Magnus Walker's STR II Sells for Nearly Twice the Original Estimate
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There was a lot of money in the room during the Gooding auction on Saturday night. Porsches and other marques were hammering sold at record prices one after another. So, it's no wonder that when Magnus Walker's 1972 Porsche 911 T "STR II" rolled across the stage that the bidding was brisk.  Pre-auction estimates valued the Porsche at $125,000 to $150,000.  We suggested they were way too low.  We were right! Click the image above or here for full details on the sale of Magnus' Porsche. 
Vic Elford on the Balance of the 911
2014 Porsche Panamera at sunset
"In the early days people said you couldn't drive a 911 quickly because there's all the weight at the back where you got into a corner if you lift your foot you will spin and crash. I discovered that all of that was a myth for a start. That it was a car that just needed to be understood and then gently coaxed and persuaded and seduced into doing the right thing instead of bullying. If you try and bully it, it will bite you!", Vic Elford

See What Else Vic Had to Say In This Video Featuring the "Around the World 911"
Did You Hear That?  Neither Did We...
Panamera S E-Hybrid driving Silently By
The exhaust note of a Porsche is distinctly its own.  It's like hearing a motorcycle rumble by and you just know it's a Harley.  That's why when we first saw (or rather heard) the end of this video we got the chills.   

Watch This Video and Listen to the Sound of a Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid Drive Silently By
Porsche's Results in the GRAND-AM at the SFP Grand Prix
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Once again, no spoilers here in the newsletter.  However, if you click through to the story we provide Porsche's full race results including the winner and losers.    

Read the Full Race Report Here
UPDATE: IT'S BEEN FOUND!  Somene Stole the Million-Mile Porsche! Here's How You Can Help Recover It.
stolen million mile porsche
UPDATE: Since we originally created this email quite a bit has transpired.  We just finished talking to the owner (Guy) and if you click through we'll tell you how the internet helped to recover his stolen Porsche. 

All Porsche's are special, but some stick with you longer than others.  That was the case with Guy Newmark's 1964 Porsche 356C we first learned about back in June. Guy's dad bought the Porsche brand new and it's been in his family ever since;  a daily driver for the past 40 years.  Last Friday night, someone stole Guy's 356 from his Garage in San Pedro, CA.  For more details, and information on how you can help recover it, click here or on the image above.  
He's Young, [Not] Dumb, and Full of ...Speed
Madison snow's porsche 911 wright motorsport
Madison Snow is one relaxed 17 year old.  Just a few weeks ago he took part in one of the closest finishes in the history of the IMSA GT3 Cup Challenge and he's now at the front of the Championship battle for that same series.  

Learn About his Approach to Racing and Race Craft In This Video Interview
How Brumos Endures - Trailer
brumos #59 in shop
Brumos Porsche just released the trailer for their first film to play on their newly created Brumos Porsche TV YouTube Channel. With beautiful cinematography by Frazer Spowart of Autocraft Media, viewers will hear directly from the drivers and crew before, during and after The Rolex 24 and learn what it takes to compete at this level. 

View the Trailer and See When and How you Can Watch the Film in its Entirety
Check Out This Very Special 356 Carrera 2 on Jay Leno's Garage
porsche 356 Carrera 2 on Jay Leno's Garage
When Jay was lucky enough to acquire what he calls "one of the most beautiful driving cars of all time," he tracked down its former owner and restorer John Willhoit, who revisits the car for the first time since 1977. 

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