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By Reid Smith

Thanks to all of you who contributed toys at our December 8th Brunch. As you remember, we advertised the toy drive as donations to Toys for Tots. Our guest for the brunch was to be a representative from Toys for Tots, but he did not attend. 

Marnie Cameron found a deserving local charity in need: “Unfortunately, after trying to contact the Toys for Tots representative, I never received a returned call. So, I reached out to the Clark County Foster Kids program who are currently running a Toy drive. They happily accepted all the toys collected and they will go to kids currently in the county foster program – about 3,700”. 

We think we have found a good charity for next December!

By Craig Shanklin

Also, our next Southern Utah Porsche Owners Breakfast is Wednesday, January 8 2025 at 8:30am (MST). (Always the second Wednesday of the month). It is held in a private dining room at the Big Bear Diner (965 Hoodoo Way, Washington, UT). RSVP to PCA member Ray Snipes (raysnipes@yahoo.com) if attending. There is no charge to attend. Each member buys their own breakfast. Usually about 30 members attend with a speaker or trivia contest to add to the fun.

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THANK’S FOR A WONDERFUL THREE YEARS!

As I pack my bags and head off into the presidential sunset, I want to thank everyone for helping our club grow to what it is today. Two milestones that were very rewarding were our 50th Anniversary celebrations and our club membership passing the 1000 mark! My new (and old) friendships will last forever and I am looking forward to participating in many of our outstanding activities in the coming years. 

Gary Lea, our new President, along with an incredible Board will continue our progress. Let’s all give them our support and everything they need to move our club forward!

Thanks for the flowers and cake at the December Brunch!

Reid Smith, Immediate Past President, LVRPCA

Our Las Vegas Region Board members greeted members from Vineyard and San Diego members who were on a tour to Las Vegas November 16th. The award winning 1986 Carrera was a highlight of the gathering. We were taken on a mini-tour of Gaudin Porsche and had refreshments. It was great to welcome them and get to converse about our clubs.

Irving Falkoff

My first Porsche was a 1972 Black 914 1.7. At age 74, I have owned 8 different Porsches. At this time, I own a 2000 996 Cabriolet. The only mod is a fixed ducktail-style spoiler.

Tongue in cheek, my first car was a 1968 Honda CB350 scrambler motorcycle when I was 17 years old. I purchased an Opel station wagon in college at age 21. My favorite non Porsche was a Mercedes SL 380.

I joined the PCA in 1972 and had fun autocrossing.

I have a degree in professional photography from Rochester Institute of Technology. I owned a photo studio here in Las Vegas which was sold and went into the electronic payment business. In addition to payment processing, I manufactured an ATM machine.

After college, I moved to Denver [...]

By Richard Burns

I had been searching the last couple of months for a replacement for my 2011 Cayenne S. Still looked and ran fine but at 127K Miles was time. Was really looking for a 2015 to 2018 GTS or Turbo but happened upon this 2016 S at the Genesis dealer in Las Vegas. Local one owner trade with 68K miles and exclusively serviced at Gaudin Porsche. Nice color combo, Carrara White Metallic with 2 Tone Luxor Beige/ Black leather interior with Premium Package and Porsche Entry and Drive. Never liked Black wheels but the 21” Black Sport Edition look great with the white.

Surprised at the drive-ability and power curve vs the 2011. On paper only 20HP more than the V8 but really feel the difference off the line with the +37LB of torque with the Turbo 6. Very happy with the purchase.  

RECAP

Our November Mix & Mingle took place at Sammy’s Restaurant and Bar in Henderson. These get-togethers are always fun and offer an excellent chance to get to know other members of the club. We will take a break from our Mix & Mingle activities in December and January, but will resume in February.

A regional Porsche car show benefiting the 

Intermountain Cancer Center, St. George  

RECAP

By Reid Smith

The first Saturday in November marked an incredible Porsche gathering in St. George, Utah. Many LVR members attended this three-state event that featured over 100 Porsches! The Southern Utah members of the Intermountain Region brought us together to raise funds for Intermountain Cancer Center of St. George. We were treated to a tasty German themed brunch prepared by the hospital staff.

A big thank you to those who made this a fantastic event!

IRPCA – Craig Shanklin

Gaudin Porsche 

Paul Jarrett (General Manager) and the Gaudin Team  

Intermountain (Cancer Center) Foundation

Loriana DeCrescenzo and Tomie Johnson

Our November Monthly Brunch ended with a new twist. UNLV students from the schools of Engineering and Computer Sciences have been working on developing their skills with autonomous race cars. They build and program the cars and test them on a closed race course. Professors Dr. Corey Tessler and Dr. Prashant Modekurthy explained the process and organized the students. Our club decided to purchase a track developed by FASTSIGNS in the shape of a “P” (of course). The student were divided into teams for the time trial contest. The track can easily be broken down and reassembled at different locations.

A special thanks to all of our club members who raised over $6000 through donations and sponsorships for this project. A big shoutout to Lynda Colucci for making this event happen!

2025 LAS VEGAS REGION PCA EXECUTIVE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President Gary Lea

Vice President Mark Coronado

Treasurer Umberto Perking

Secretary Marnie Cameron

1-year Director Jordan Godorov

2-year Director Peter George 3-year Director Jed Weintraub

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