Rennsport V, DATE CHANGE: September 25-27, 2015 Options

[naro914]

We will be there...somehow, some way. The weekend before is Petit LeMans which could make things interesting...

Hmmm....maybe we could get a truck to transport cars from the Southeast to pick up right after Petit so we can have our cars in the corral??? hmmm....

[EdwardBlume]

Dear PCA Members,

It’s official: Rennsport Reunion V will be held at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca on October 9-11 next year, according to Porsche Cars North America (PCNA), four years after the fourth installment of the world-renowned Porsche festival.

PCA.org Rennsport Reunion V post

Rennsport V is expected to attract hundreds of vintage and modern Porsche race cars, "as well as those who have designed, engineered, and driven them to victory in the world's most famous sports car races," PCNA states. Like Rennsports before it, number five will consist of three days of vintage racing, a Concours d'Elegance, and activities celebrating each of six decades of Porsche race cars — all crash courses of Porsche history.

And if you just want to watch fast Porsche metal racing on a world-famous race track, then prepare to whet your appetite with race-prepped 356s, mid-engined 550 Spyders, 718 RSKs, 917s, 956/962s, GT3 RSRs, RS Spyders, and so many more.

“While the Rennsport name from the beginning has become a staple fixture for international collectors and racers, choosing the Monterey Peninsula opened up this one-of-a-kind gathering to the many Porsche fans in California and beyond who were previously unable to attend,” said Detlev von Platen, President and Chief Executive Officer of Porsche Cars North America. “Approximately 40,000 spectators for the weekend, and a record number of race cars and participants, proved that our decision to come here was correct.” To put that number into context, compare it to the roughly 3,500 tickets sold for 2007's Rennsport III at Daytona International Speedway.

As with Rennsport IV, which attracted around 1,300 Porsche Club of America member-owned Porsches, according to PCNA, Rennsport V is expected to have a similarly huge turnout of members and their Porsches, filling race classes, show fields, and parking lots at the race track. It's the perfect way to finish PCA's year-long 60th anniversary celebration.

The first Rennsport Reunion was held in 2001 at Lime Rock Park in Connecticut, followed by the second and third at Daytona International Speedway in 2004 and 2007, and the fourth at Laguna Seca in 2011. All the while, the festival was growing exponentially, with tens of thousands more attendees flooding Laguna Seca for Rennsport IV compared to Rennsport III, which sold 3,500 tickets. Due to the success of the last event, we would have been surprised if Rennsport V weren’t in the books — and indeed there have been grumblings about a fifth, though time and place were unknown until today.

Porsche Club of America is an official Rennsport Reunion V partner, so look to our website and social media channels for official updates and information in the coming year.

Sincerely,

Damon Lowney

Porsche Club of America

Digital Media Coordinator
www.PCA.org

[JStroud]

I missed the last one, not going to miss this one. I already have a house in pacific grove to stay at, and my engine rebuild will be done long before then. See you there!

Jeff

[Manny Alban]

This event should eclipse RR IV in attendance and cars.

I think what turned Porsche off about Daytona was that the place always seemed empty. It was built for Nascar and the Daytona 500. Laguna is much more intimate and scenic. Plus, and let's be real, there is no comparison between Daytona and Carmel. I didn't have to do much arm twisting to convince the wife to come to RRIV. She is already excited about RR V.

Big picture is that the Rennsport Reunions are never guaranteed. Don't say "I'll go next time" because it may not happen.

btw, rental cars are fine...you'll just be parking on the outside of the track...the walk will do you good (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

[GeorgeRud]

I seem to remember that the infield Porsche parking filled in immediately at IV, and many were parked up on the hillside lots as well. Regardless how you get there, just go to see the event!

I agree with Manny, I didn't have to convince my wife to come back to Carmel. Once at Daytona was enough for us, though it was fun to see the Speedway in person.

[Scott S]

I got the a-ok from the boss (my wife) yesterday. If my work schdule allows, I am definitely going. I have never been to one before - really really hope it works out.

[Michael N]

[VegasRacer]

Now is a good time to book a room if you are even thinking about going.

[Mike Bellis]

I just booked my room at the Howard Johnson in Marina, near the AX course. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif)

[VegasRacer]

I just booked my room at the Howard Johnson in Marina, near the AX course. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif)

LOL (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif) That is where I am booked at also.

If it is good enough for the Corvette Club, it is good enough for me.

[Maltese Falcon]

We will be there , stop by and say hi at the MSDS booth, over in the merchants midway. There might be a cool mid engine Porsche in our tent !
Marty

[914_teener]

Staying at my sister in-laws in Prunedale like last time.

This time I am taking my car.

One of the best times I had last time was watching Chris Frank in a -4 914 1.7 just walk on the rest of the field. The other notable moment was seeing a 917 full bore on the backstretch.

Good times. Hope to see some from the rest of our "World" there.

If any of you have not seen this....it is a great event.

[jim_hoyland]

I just booked my room at the Howard Johnson in Marina, near the AX course. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif)

Did you make your reservation via land line ? Their web site won't take a reservation that far ahead...

[Mike Bellis]

I just booked my room at the Howard Johnson in Marina, near the AX course. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif)

Did you make your reservation via land line ? Their web site won't take a reservation that far ahead...

Online. Had to wait until today as it only books 1 year in advance.

[lonewolfe]

I just booked my room at the Howard Johnson in Marina, near the AX course. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif)

Hey Mike!

What was the room rate if you don't mind me asking? Marina would be pretty close. I went to Rennsport IV and it was awesome!

[Mike Bellis]

I just booked my room at the Howard Johnson in Marina, near the AX course. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif)

Hey Mike!

What was the room rate if you don't mind me asking? Marina would be pretty close. I went to Rennsport IV and it was awesome!

$84-$104 per night. My Thursday to Sunday was under $400

[jim_hoyland]

Are there going to be events at the Marina AX ?

[EdwardBlume]

Are there going to be events at the Marina AX ?

There wasn't last time and the local PCA teams will likely avoid it.

[lonewolfe]

I just booked my room at the Howard Johnson in Marina, near the AX course. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif)

Hey Mike!

What was the room rate if you don't mind me asking? Marina would be pretty close. I went to Rennsport IV and it was awesome!

$84-$104 per night. My Thursday to Sunday was under $400

Not bad! Thanks Mike!

[GeorgeRud]

The Hyatt Resort and Homewood Suites have rooms, but they're about $300/ night. Our reservations are already made for the event, and I can't wait!