Porsche Club Insider
Porsche Club of America
Updated 5 days agoIf you want to hear about Porsche and only Porsche topics, then Porsche Club Insider is the podcast for you. Accurate information and thoughtful opinions are what you’ll find in this premier, Porsche only podcast. Join us for a 60 minute conversation of Porsche news, inside information on both Porsche and the Porsche Club as well as funny stories that only those who have been behind the scenes can tell you. Your Porsche Club Insider crew features Porsche Club of America National Office staff: Vu Nguyen, Executive Director for the past 17 years; Rob Sass, Editor in Chief of Porsche Panorama Magazine; Damon Lowney, Digital Media Coordinator who brings us weekly top notch Porsche related videos and Manny Alban, Technical Director and Past National President.
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Episodes (221)
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Porsche 911 GT3 R rennsport — Plus, Vu is back in studio
Join Vu, Manny, and Damon as they welcome guest Richard Strahota (PCA National Treasurer) to the podcast. This time the gang is back in the studio and hear from Vu on why he missed Rennsport and two podcast recordings. Plus, find out about Damon’s One-Mile Review of an early 911S Targa and filming the epic video, Giant Killer to Giant as well as the new 911 GT3R Rennsport. Find out about the latest Porsche news and upcoming PCA events as well.
Rennsport Reunion Wrap Up Show
The crew recorded this episode at Laguna Seca on the last day of Rennsport Reunion. Join Manny and Damon along with special guests Todd Benz (PCA National Secretary) and Richard Strahota (PCA National Treasurer) as the discuss their favorite cars, drivers and memories of a record setting Rennsport.
Rennsport Reunion 7: The day before the storm
Join Manny and Damon as they welcome PCA Past President Tom Gorsuch and Porsche AG Club Manager Paul Gregor as they anticipate what Rennsport 7 holds for the next four days. You’ll hear some behind the scenes stuff they saw as well as what each one hopes to see.
Best and worst mods we’ve done and one last Rennsport update
Join Vu, Manny, and Damon for an interesting episode where we reveal our best and worst mods we’ve done to our cars. From adds on that promised horsepower but didn’t deliver to the what made you feel the mod was money well spent. We talk about Porsche Cars North America announcing their new boss, Timo Resch. Plus, we give one final Rennsport update before we head out to Laguna Seca for 7 days of Porsche pandemonium. Of course, there’s lots of Porsche news.
Rennsport updates plus what Porsches did Damon drive in Germany?
Join Vu, Manny, and Damon for a packed hour of Porsche information. We give the latest news about Rennsport 7 including what drivers are speaking in the PCA tent. Damon makes us all jealous with his stories about driving some very cool Porsches in Germany from the factory’s heritage collection. Plus, the latest Porsche news and PCA videos. Don’t miss this one.
Rennsport 7 Poster Artist Dennis Simon
Join Vu and Manny as they welcome artist Dennis Simon. Dennis has been the official artist for every Rennsport from the 2nd to this year’s 7th. He’ll tell us how he got involved with Porsche, how the cars are selected and some of the challenges he’s faced in creating these works of art plus we cover some Porsche news and upcoming PCA videos.
Prepping Cars For Rennsport with Road Scholars
Join Vu, Manny and Damon as they discuss their visit to Virginia International Raceway where they visited the PCA PorschePlatz to watch the race and then hung out with Road Scholars and the Ingram Experience the day after as they did shakedown runs with the vintage Porsche race cars going to Rennsport. Plus, they go over the later Porsche news, events and PCA videos.
Monterey Car Week Adventures With PCA
Join Vu, Manny, Damon and Rob for the podcast episode where they discuss what happened in the Porsche world during Monterey 2023. We’ll chat about Werks Reunion, Motorlux, The Porsche Party, interview with Rod Emory and the auctions we attended. Plus we even have time to go over PCA videos and Porsche news.
Club Racing Adventures in New Jersey
Join Vu, Manny, and Damon as they go over what they did the past week. You’ll hear about Manny and Vu going to the NJMP club race and Damon’s struggles with repairing his air conditioning in the Cayman. Vu will update us on his autocross debut this year in his 996. Plus we cover the latest Porsche news and PCA videos.
What is the Porsche Classic Restoration Challenge?
Vu and Manny welcome Casey Parkin, Certified Sales Manager for Porsche Silver Spring. We discuss Porsche Classic’s Restoration Challenge. Casey’s dealership is competing this year with a restored 944 Turbo that’s inspired by the Turbo Cup era. We also touch upon what’s it like selling Porsches in this high demand market. Plus, we cover the latest Porsche news, PCA videos and upcoming events.
Why build a 911 S/T? And Porsche Rennsport Reunion Insider Updates | Episode
We have Philip Mauney and Kathy Le from Porsche Experiential Marketing in studio to talk about the 911 S/T, inside updates on Rennsport Reunion, and what’s it like planning events for Porsche.
PCA tours Eibach and HRE Wheels
Join Vu, Manny and Damon as they discuss what was done last week. We’ll hear about touring the manufacturing facilities of HRE Wheels and Eibach as wells stopping by two of the Hagerty Garages. Plus, Damon talks about his new ride to replace the VW and we’ll get updates on Porsche news, PCA videos and upcoming events.
Goodwood: Doing it in style with Porsche Club Great Britain | Episode 72
Join Vu, Manny, and Damon as they discuss the recent Goodood Festival of Speed that Vu attended. What was it like for a first timer and what did he see and hear. Plus we discuss the latest Porsche news, give a Rennsport update and talk about current PCA videos and events.