The Porsche Werks Reunion 2024 celebrated its 10th anniversary during Monterey Car Week along the coastal peninsula. The gathering brings together Porsche enthusiasts and showcases a stunning array of classic and modern Porsches.
Hosted by the Porsche Club of America, this reunion takes place at the Monterey Pines Golf Course and is known for showcasing some of the finest examples of Porsche’s automotive history. The cars are often highlighted for their historical significance, engineering excellence, and significant impact on the history of Porsche. Seeing a well-preserved or restored example of these models at such a gathering is a treat for Porsche enthusiasts.
The event was rich with highlights, featuring iconic cars such as The Racers Group 911 GT3 RS which won Le Mans in 2002, a 1957 Denzel 1300SS aluminum roadster, a Gunther Werks Speedster, and ‘Edith’ a 911 running on e-fuels that conquered a Chilean volcano. The Corral parking lot was a vibrant display of Stuttgart’s finest, offering a visual feast of Porsche colors and designs.
The Sports Purpose group featured a variety of Porsche models to include the 1973 and 1974 Porsche Carrera models, especially those with the iconic “ducktail” rear spoiler. The ’73 Carrera RS 2.7 is particularly legendary, known for its lightweight design, 2.7-liter engine, and distinctive ducktail, which was among the first uses of aerodynamic aids on a production car. These models often draw considerable attention due to their historical importance and influence on Porsche’s racing success and road car development. The “ducktail” has since become an iconic design element, symbolizing Porsche’s blend of form and function.
Another one of the highlights was the iconic International Race of Champions (IROC) Porsche 911s. Several beautifully restored IROC tribute cars were showcased at the event, paying homage to the 1973-74 IROC season, which featured specially prepared Porsche 911 RSRs driven by top racing drivers like Mark Donohue, Bobby Allison, George Follmer, Emerson Fittipaldi, Richard Petty, and Denny Hulme. Each of these tributes represented the legendary spirit of the original IROC series, which is celebrated for its competitive races and distinctive Porsche liveries.
Along with the judged cars in the concourse, the dealerships that entered a restored car as part of the Porsche Classic Restoration Challenge were also judged. This competition showcased the Western U.S. Porsche Classic dealers that took on the challenge of meticulously restoring classic Porsche vehicles of their choice back to their former glory.
The event was recorded for the Porsche Club of America’s YouTube channel, capturing the many highlights along the fairway and culminating in an awards ceremony. This coverage provided an excellent way for enthusiasts who couldn’t attend to experience the event’s excitement and charm. The Werks Reunion 2024 was a resounding success and should be on every Porsche enthusiast’s calendar, especially if you plan to visit Monterey Car Week in 2025.
2024 Porsche Werks Reunion Gallery
