Speaking of Original, Another Top Prize to a 914 Options

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I'm happy to report that once again a 914 won first in class for Porsches at our ninth annual All Air Cooled Gathering on September 22nd. Congratulations Len Coloccia and his beautiful red low mileage original '74 914. This car was a perfect example of a well preserved and prepared 914.

While the overall turnout for the event was down from last year, the 241 cars that did attend ended up enjoying a beautiful sunny autumn day. This was actually quite surprising considering the dismal forecast for the weekend. It was however, a record turnout for Porsches; 19 total. Everything from 50's 356's to 993 911's.

Thanks to all that attended.


Here's a list of the Porsche Class winners:

Len Coloccia ’74 Porsche 914
Lake Underwood ’57 Porsche Speedster
Steve Raiteri ’71 Porsche 911E

Dave

[dcheek]

For all those getting your Q tips in an uproar, I judged the Porsche Class at the All Air Cooled Gathering. Understand that ALL Porsches are lumped into 1 class, making judging, at the very least, challenging. The reason is that there aren't enough in each class to split them up. Add to the fact that this is a low-key event, meaning there is a very relaxed judging protocol. Suffice it to say that, even to the casual observer, this 914 was well prepared, painted trunk or not. It really stood out above the others. When judged, the trunk was closed, so I never realized the originality issue. I decided to exclude trunks since there was no announcement about leaving them open, and most of the owners were not present during judging. I'm dead set against opening, doors, lids etc. without the owners permission. I've had damage to my cars from this happening. To me it's a big NO-NO.

Keep in mind this 914 was up against a Speedster with racing provenance worth close to a half a million dollars (or more), along with many other examples that would surely have won if it was peoples choice. I was very happy to chose a 914 that showed so well. I stand by my decision.

FYI-Best in Show went to a Corvair Camper Van, which proves we welcome all air cooled vehicles regardless of our affection for vintage Volkswagens. We feel a particular connection to our air cooled Porsche friends for the obvious reasons, and hope more attend in the future.

Dave