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Article By: Christopher T. Carey
The Undeserved Curse: How the Porsche 914 Became the Most Disrespected Sports Car in American Automotive History
A Study in Badge Snobbery, Corporate Mismanagement, and the Ongoing Plight of the 914 Owner
Introduction: A Sports Car Without a Home
There exists in the world of classic automobiles a peculiar and lamentable phenomenon: the deliberate, sustained undervaluing of a genuinely remarkable machine for reasons that have far more to do with corporate politics, brand snobbery, and the irrational tribalism of enthusiast culture than with any objective assessment of the automobile itself. The Porsche 914, produced from 1969 through the early months of 1976, is perhaps the most egregious example of this phenomenon in the entire canon of sports car history.
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This Issue
- President's Message
- From the VP & Tour Chair
- From the Charity Chair
- Membership Updates
🏁 EXPERIENCE SVR
- Porsches and Pints Recap
- First Saturday Breakfast Recap
- Porschettes Gardens Tour Recap
- Pacific Grove Tour Recap
🏁 UPCOMING EVENTS
- 2027 SVR Board Elections
- Concours 2026
- SVR Spring Flowers Rally
- 2026 PCA-SVR Autocross 3
- 2026 Yosemite Region Concours D' Elegance
- Tech Session #2 High Performance Tire Tech
- 2026 Annual Pocket 4th of July Parade
- Quincy 250 Mile Mountain Roads Drive
- 2026 Annual Charity Golf Tournament
- Social Events
- Upcoming Tours
- Non-PCA Events of Interest
🏁 ZONE 7 ACTIVITIES
🏁 PCA NATIONAL
- PCA Events
- PCA Club Racing
- Panorama
- MEMBER SERVICES
- SUBMITTING MATERIAL TO THE DRIFTER
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President's Message
John Leet
Lot's happening in SVR!
Due to scheduling requirements, the Board has moved the standing date for our board meetings from the first Tuesday to the second Thursday of the month. All members are welcome to attend. Club-sponsored pizza is provided.
I had the honor of attending the departmental BBQ at American River College where our scholarship recipients were announced, and Porsche Sacramento graciously hosted the ARC students for lunch and a tour. If you want to see the recipients and event photos, click on the link below.
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From the VP & Tour Chair
Rick Duste
I’ve had a number of people ask about where they can buy radios like those our leads and sweeps are using on the driving tours. Members find it beneficial to be able to listen in to the leads and sweeps coordinating the drive as it progresses, as well as being able to chime in should the need arise or be helpful. Click link below for complete article and where to purchase information.
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From the Charity Chair
Abe Kazimierek
Our 2026 Charity Golf Tournament is scheduled for October 19th and we are currently looking for a few volunteers to join the planning committee. This is the major fundraising event for our charity function so If you want to have fun and help with the planning, please email charity@svr-pca.org And you don't need to be a golfer to join the planning committee!
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Membership Update
Steve Long
Check out our membership details by clicking the buttons below:
New to SVR or just need a new name badge? Click the button below to order yours today!
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Porsche Rocklin
If you're looking for a vehicle ready to redefine the driving experience and car ownership altogether, look no. At our dealership, you can find an expansive inventory of new Porsche cars for sale, including the Porsche Macan, the Porsche Panamera, and the Porsche Cayenne for sale in Rocklin, CA. You can find these luxury vehicles and impeccable service here at Porsche Rocklin. Current Service specials $399 Oil Change. 10% off maintenance for Porsche Club Members.
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Porsche Sacramento
The leading Porsche Dealer and Service center ranked #1 in the nation for 2025. Our commitment to this region, and its growth, guides our business and cultivates the decisions we make each day...and have made over the last 103 years and counting.
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Porsches and Pints
Check out the recap, and photos from March Porsche and Pints!
Click the Logo for future dates and locations!
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First Saturday Breakfast
Presented By: John Leet
The first Saturday of every month, members meet up for breakfast at Brookfields in Rancho Cordova to mix, mingle, and learn about upcoming events.
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Porschettes Gardens Tour Recap
Note From Susan and Gail
The Porschettes had a fun filled day seeing six beautiful gardens on a tour in Folsom. The first exquisite garden filled with roses and lavender was owned by Rex & Gail Halverson's, Porsche members. We were enchanted with each houses artful plants, flowers and architecture features. One backyard surprised us with a western theme! We ended the day with many of the lady's having lunch in Old Town Folsom restaurant.
-Best wishes, Susan and Gail.
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Pacific Grove Tour Recap
Article By: Jim McMahen
Since 2008 we have been leading a tour every other year to Pacific Grove; and this year the outing was another memorable experience. We began at the Southport Shopping Center in West Sacramento.
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2027 SVR Board Elections
Presented by: Collin Fat
Have You Nominated Someone Yet?
All board seats are up for election at the end of this year, president, vice president, membership, secretary, social director, and treasurer.
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Concours 2026
SVR & PCA ZONE 7 Series Event
Date: June 7th, 2026
Time: Doors Open at 7:30 am
*Judging Begins at 9 am*
Lunch and Awards 12 pm
Concourse is open to all Porsches
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SVR Spring Flowers Rally
Date: Saturday June 20th, 2026
Meet Time: 8:30 AM
Drivers Safety Briefing: 9:00 AM
First Group Out: 9:30 AM
Start Location: Save Mart parking lot, 386 Elm Ave, Auburn CA 95603
SVR Entry Fee: $25.00 per car
PCA Insurance Requires 2 People Per Car
100 Miles - Approx 3.5 hours
The Spring Flowers Rally is designed to be fun for all with simple instructions and a scenic route using well maintained, paved, public roads. Includes rest stop and breaks.
The rally starts and finishes in Auburn. The finish will be at the
Round Table Pizza, 370 Elm Ave, Auburn (at the other end of the start location parking lot).
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2026 PCA-SVR Autocross 3
Date: Saturday June 13th, 2026
Autocross 3 is HERE!
Test your skills!
Hosted at Thunderhill Raceway Park
Register Now!
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2026 Yosemite Region Concours D' Elegance
ZONE 7's Yosemite Region Series Event
Date: Sunday, June 14th, 2026
Time: 7:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Location: Del Rio Golf & Country Club, 810 Stewart Road Modesto, CA 95356
Parking Information
Corral Parking Fee:
$20.00 Per Car
Lunch Information
Lunch Provided by Del Rio CC: $22.50 Per Person
Please join Zone 7’s Yosemite Region as we return to the Concours Series on the grass at the Del Rio Golf & Country Club. With three classes to choose from: Street, Touring or Full Concours, we invite fellow PCA members to participate at your own comfort level or just plan on enjoying the day by parking in the Porsche Corral with fellow club enthusiasts.
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Tech Session #2
Topic: High Performance Tire Tech
What goes into a high performance Porsche tire.
Hosted at: Porsche Sacramento
Date: June 24th
Time: Starting at 6pm.
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Technical Sessions Schedule
We have four tech sessions scheduled for 2026. Click image for details.
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2026 Annual Pocket 4th of July Parade
Time: 9 - 9:30 am Positioning Porsches
*Parade Begins at 10:00 am*
Location: Yav Pem Suab Academy
7555 South Land Park Drive
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Quincy 250 Mile Mountain Roads Drive
Date: Saturday July 25, 2026
Meet Time: 8 AM
Drivers Safety Briefing: 8:00 AM
First Group Out: 8:45 AM
Start Location: Starbucks Coffee, 640 Twelve Bridges Rd, Lincoln *
*Gas Station on Site*
SVR Entry Fee: $25.00 per car
250 Miles - Approx 3.5 hours
Join us for a day of driving some of the best freshly paved mountain roads in California. Minimal traffic, and thrilling with every turn. This 250 mile day drive is sure to be the one for you if you enjoy beautiful scenery, exhilarating fast paced technical driving, and a true drivers experience.
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2026 Annual Charity Golf Tournament
With a Hole-In-One Win a New 2026 Macan!
The Premier Golf Event of the Year!
All Proceeds Go to Scholarships for College Students Pursuing Education and Careers in Automotive Technology!
Hosted at Sierra View Country Club on October 19th, 2026
Special Early bird pricing for limited time.
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First Saturday Breakfast
Presented By: John Leet
*Date Moved for July*
Now Happening on July 11th
The first Saturday of every month, members meet up for breakfast at Brookfields in Rancho Cordova to mix, mingle, and learn about upcoming events.
Hosted at: Brookfields Restaurant
Address: 11135 Folsom Blvd, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 PM. Just show up!
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Porsches and Pints
Join Sacramento Valley Region of PCA for our sixth Porsches & Pints of 2026!
Hosted at: Sudwerk Brewing Co.
Address: 2001 2nd St, Davis, CA 95618
Date: Thursday June 18th
Time: 6:00 to 8:00 PM
Just show up!
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Porschettes Painting on the Patio
Calling all Porschettes
Event of Interest
Date: Thursday, June 11, 2026
Place: Betsy Spring’s Home
Please call: (209) 206-3363 for the address and gate code!
Time: Noon to 2:00 pm
Once again, it is time for the Porschettes to rendezvous. This time, the gathering is at the beautiful home of Betsy Spring for an afternoon of creativity, fun, and friends! We will be creating still life paintings while you enjoy a glass of your favorite refreshment.
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Poker Run 2026 Driving Tour
Date: Saturday June 28, 2026
Meet Time: 8:00 AM
Drivers Safety Briefing: 8:30 AM
First Group Out: 8:45 AM
Start Location: El Dorado Hills Town Center, 4370 Town Center Blvd Suite 300, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
SVR Entry Fee: $25.00 per car
88 Miles - Approx 2.5 hours
Join us for a day of driving fun, good food, brews, and a game of cards! Each car will collect five playing cards along the route to build their hopefully winning hand. Each driving group will have a winner!
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Wise Villa Winery & Restaurant Tour
Date: Saturday July 26, 2026
Meet Time: 8:00 AM
Drivers Safety Briefing: 8:30 AM
First Group Out: 8:45 AM
Start Location: Big 5 Sporting Goods, 741 E Joiner Pkwy, Lincoln, CA 95648
SVR Entry Fee: $35.00 per person, includes lunch
81 Miles - Approx 2- 2.5 hours
Join Zone 7 for a morning tour through California's best wine country. Enjoy beautiful scenery, and an exhilarating drive. Ending in a gourmet lunch at the premier Wise Villa Winery & Restaurant. Wine tasting available, non-alcoholic drinks included.
Lunch Options:
- Caprese Chicken Sandwich
- Wise Villa Burger
- Atlantic Salmon BLT
| | Non-SVR Events of Interest | The Homecoming will be a celebration of art, culture, community, and history. You’ll see every decade cruising down the street - and you’re welcome to join the cavalcade! Enjoy drinks and eats from local vendors, take part in the Cruise itself, and join us as Broadway transforms into one huge party on June 20, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Help support the next generation of motoring enthusiasts! Join the Sierra College Motorsports Club for their Monthly Cars and Coffee! All cars welcome, especially Porsches! Hosted in the all new 5 story parking garage, top floor from 8-10am. Gourmet donuts and coffee always available for purchase at event. See campus map below for garage location and route mapping | | | |  |
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Presented By: Brian Adkins, Zone 7 Representative
Hello Zone 7!
Summer is arriving fast, and with it comes some of the busiest and best months of the PCA calendar. Across Zone 7, the sounds of early morning cars-and-coffee gatherings, autocross engines echoing across parking lots, and caravans of Porsches heading toward tours and events are becoming part of the rhythm of the season. This is the time of year where participation really comes alive.
Some members are chasing cones. Some are polishing paint for concours. Some are preparing for Parade. Some are planning cruises, track events, or road trips. Many are simply enjoying what brought us all here in the first place: driving these amazing cars with amazing people.
Whether you attend one event or twenty this year, I encourage you to get involved beyond your home garage. Visit another Region. Try a new activity. Meet someone new. PCA continues to thrive because members continue to participate.
| | Porsche Parade 2026 – Lake Placid, June 14th to 20th | | The West Coast Series is a PCA club racing points competition comprised of the all the PCA club races that occur on the West Coast of the USA. Historically, club racing in the PCA has been most popular in the East Coast and Midwest. This series was created in 2014 to encourage West Coast club members to take up club racing by providing them with the increased competition and sense of camaraderie that comes with having one’s own competitive series. All PCA club racers are eligible to participate and all entrants to any of the club races tagged as a West Coast event are automatically entered into the series. | | Click button below to access all the Porsche Panoramas | | | | |
