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)
Should Porsche Build An Entry Level Model? | Episode 71
Join Manny, Rob and guest Bob Miller on this episode where they ask “should Porsche build an entry level model to attract younger buyers? They discuss the current market in used Porsches and what other brands younger people are buying. Plus, they cover the latest Porsches news and upcoming PCA events.
Driving a supercharged Porsche 993 with active suspension
Join Vu, Manny and Damon as they sort of return back to their normal studio. This time they have long time listener and Porsche owner, Paul Gentile. Vu and Manny discuss driving the TPC Racing Supercharged 993 with DSC active suspension. They also chat with Paul about his search for a Cayman R or 987 Boxster Spyder. There’s also a Rennsport update as well as the latest Porsche news.
We Chat With Both The Former and Current President of Porsche Motorsports During Parade Week
Join Vu and Manny as they welcome Volker Holzmeyer, President of Porsche Motorsports North America (PMNA) and Alwin Springer, Former President of PMNA and co-founder of Andial, to the podcast to discuss motorsports and the Porsche Parade. It’s not too often you have two President of PMNA together. This was recorded at the Porsche Parade so we’ll discuss how Parade is going and our favorite parts so far. In addition, we go over the latest Porsche news and upcoming videos and events.
Behind The Scenes-Jerry Seinfeld picks up the Classic Club Coupe at Parade
Join Vu, Manny, Damon and Rob as they discuss the second half of the Porsche Parade (the first half is covered next week) including behind the scenes of presenting the 911 Classic Club Coupe to its new owner, Jerry Seinfeld. Plus, Alex Ching joins us to talk about the upcoming Treffen and tips to register.
Behind the Scenes of PCA’s Porsche 911 Classic Club Coupe sale: $1.2 million! | Episode 67
Join Vu and Manny for Episode 67 as they reveal what happened behind the scenes at the Broad Arrow Auction at the Porsche Experience Center. Find out why the 911 Classic Club Coupe set a record for any 996 or 997 generation 911 as well as other Porsches. Plus, they discuss June 10th events throughout North America celebrating Porsche’s 75th anniversary as well as Porsche’s results at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Porsche news, PCA video, and upcoming events are all covered in this packed hour of Porsche goodness.
In Studio: Alexander Fabig, VP of Individualization and Classic from Porsche AG
The same day Porsche announces Mission X, Alex Fabig visits us at PCA HQ. We find out more about the new concept, discuss how Exclusive, Classic and Sonderwunsch operates as well as catch up on past projects. Don’t miss this episode with Vu, Manny, and Damon.
Are Ceramic Coatings Worth It?
Join Vu, Manny, Damon and special guest Kurt Felmar of Ceramic Pro Elite of White Marsh. Kurt’s crew did the paint correction and ceramic coating on Projekt 964. We ask him a bunch of questions about ceramic coatings, paint correction and whether the over the counter stuff is really ceramic. Plus, we finish our auction picks with Vu and Damon’s picks, go over the latest Porsche news and update everyone with what we did last week. Another full hour of Porsche goodness.
We pick our favorite cars from the upcoming Porsche Only Auction
Join Vu, Manny, Damon and Rob for a full hour chat of all things Porsche. First the gang talks about what Porsche stuff they did last week to include driving a 911 Sport Classic, Autocrossing and going to cars and coffee events. Then we go over the Porsches we picked to watch at the June 10th auction. Plus, there’s Porsche news, PCA events and videos.
Porsche Dealer Grand Opening and Rennsport Reunion Volunteer Registration Now Open
Join Vu, Manny and Damon as they discuss what they did the previous week to include attending a local Porsche dealer’s grand opening event, Damon discovering he was in the wrong autocross class all this time and Vu modifying his daughter’s car stereo. They also discuss the latest Porsche news and upcoming PCA events. Plus, there’s more Rennsport Reunion news! It’s another full hour of PCA and Porsche talk.
Porsche’s New RS Spyder - no manual though
join Vu and Manny for episode 61 as they discuss the new Boxster RS Spyder. They go over the specs and whether not having a manual option will make the Boxster Spyder even more valuable. Plus we stop by an autocross and a concours on the same weekend. Vu tells us about his trip back from Utah that included an unscheduled auto repair. As usual, we go over a lot of Porsche news and upcoming events.
Why were the Police knocking on Manny’s hotel door?
Join Vu, Manny, and Damon for another episode of Porsche Club insider. The gang discusses the recent Porsche-only swap meet in Carlisle as well as two One-Mile Reviews Damon and Vu filmed. We also talk about the latest Porsche news, plus a cool challenge Porsche is giving all Parade entrants at the autocross. It’s another full hour of Porsche topics.
Porsche Enthusiasts Tour of Stuttgart-Spa-Essen
Vu, Manny, Damon and Rob are all in studio for this episode. Vu tells us about his trip to Essen, Spa and the factory. Damon gives us the final episode of his struggles to remove the IMS seal. Finally, the gang all judge Rob and his past automotive purchases and sales. Don’t miss this packed episode of Porsche topics.
Direct From Stuttgart – Head of Porsche Exclusive
Vu is in Germany and surprises Manny and Damon with a special guest, Boris Apenbrink, who is the Director of Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur Vehicles. Boris answers all our questions about PTS, supply issues and how the department works with customers who sign up for Sonderwunsch. This is a full hour of getting an inside view of Porsche’s customization department.
PCA Visits The New Porsche Classic Factory Restoration Center in Atlanta
Join Vu, Manny and Damon for a discussion of all things Porsche. This episode we hear from Vu who was invited to the grand opening of the new Porsche Classic center as well as the new track extension at the Porsche Experience Center in Atlanta. We also go over the latest Porsche news and PCA upcoming events.
Alwin Springer’s new book and driving some classic Porsches.
Join Manny and Damon with special guest, Bob Miller from At Speed Motors as they discuss Alwin Springer’s new book about Porsche racing in North America, driving a 92 964 RS, 68 911T, 73 911T and a 64 356C Cabriolet. They also talk about Damon’s recent four part video on bore scoring. Plus the gang review the latest Porsche news, upcoming PCA Videos and upcoming events.
Tips For Phase 2 Porsche Parade Registration and A Huge Car Show To Start The Season
Join Vu, Manny, Damon, Rob with special Guest Melanie Williams (PCA National Events Manager) for another episode of Porsche Club Insider. The gang discusses the latest Porsche news and PCA videos. Plus, they discuss the opening Cruise In at Mikey and Mels that featured a lot of Porsches. Melanie gives us some sneak peeks into Parade and how to prepare for Phase 2 registration.
PCA visits Super Sebring and Tours A Special Collection
join Vu, Manny and Damon as they discuss Porsche’s performance at Super Sebring. They also tour a special private collection in the Virginia area. Plus, they review the latest Porsche news, latest PCA videos and some cool upcoming PCA events
Our Trip to Porsche Heaven at the Revs Institute
Join Vu, Manny, and Damon as they discuss the Porsche topics of the week. Some of the team visited the Revs Institute in Naples, Florida for two days of filming the rare Porsches in their collection. Vu asks the crew what inspired everyone to become car people. Plus, we go over the latest Porsche news, PCA videos and upcoming events.
Our Amelia Island Car Week Adventures
Join Vu, Manny and Damon as they review what they did during the five days at Amelia Island car week. Werks Reunion, Hagerty Cars and Coffee, Auctions, and The Amelia are discussed as well as the Porsches they saw. The latest Porsche news, PCA videos and upcoming events are also reviewed.
What happened at the LA Lit Meet Weekend
This week we have Ilko Nechev, PCA Advertising Director, who gives us a first hand report on what happened at this years Los Angeles Lit Meet weekend. He covers the Porsche shop open houses and the swap meet. We also update you on the latest Porsche news, PCA videos and upcoming events.
Our Favorite Bits About Tech Tactics East
Join Vu, Manny and Damon as they review the recent Tech Tactics East event. The crew goes over their favorite presentations as well as the warehouse tour to include the parts that the attendees didn’t get to see. You’ll hear their favorite Porsches they saw in the parking lot and their favorites in the diecast concours competition. Plus, we cover the latest Porsche news and updates to upcoming PCA events.
On the Road at Tech Tactics East with Porsche Exclusive’s Christoph Klockow
The Porsche Club Insider Podcast crew goes on the road to Tech Tactics East in Easton, PA for another episode. This time they have special guest Christoph Klockow from Porsche Exclusive join them for the whole show. Christoph was involved with the 911 Dakar Rallye Package project and gives us some insight into the development of the car. He also tells us about his background, how he came to work for Porsche and what model he has on order for himself. Plus, the crew discusses the latest Porsche news, upcoming events and current videos.
Rennsport Reunion Updates, Projekt 964, and Porsche News
Join Vu, Manny, and Damon as they discuss the most recent updates for Rennsport Reunion planning as well as Projekt 964. Find out whether Manny’s question to Vu’s question on the 964 was real or not. Plus, the gang reviews the latest Porsche news to include 959 Dakar restoration, what Walter Rohrl thinks of the 911 Dakar, and the first spy shots of the Boxster EV.
Is the Vision 357 A Peek Into Porsche’s Future?
Join Vu, Manny and Damon for another Porsche topic filled podcast. The gang discusses Vision 357 and what it really means about Porsche’s future. They also reveal how their pricing guesses for the 5 Scottsdale Auction Porsches. Plus, what happened with the 963 and 992 911GT3R at the 24 Hours of Daytona? Plus, the latest Porsche news, updates on PCA videos and a review of what we did last week.
Skidpad Adventures In A Porsche and A Rennsport Reunion Update
Have you ever spun your Porsche on the road or track? On this episode, Vu, Manny and Damon welcome special guest Tessa Hall who is the Skidpad Instructor for the Potomac Region of the Porsche Club of America. She tells us about a unique program where entrants spend all day practicing car control and understanding handling dynamics by simply driving in circles. The crew also discusses the latest update on Rennsport Reunion planning as well as the latest Porsche news and upcoming club events.