A Decade In The Sun: Luftgekühlt 10 To Honor 50 Years Of The 911 Turbo

Luftgekühlt 10 Is Shaping Up To Be Epic

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Now Imagine a sea of 911 Turbos, with everything from originals and modified monsters alike. If I were you, I’d be particularly excited to see the legendary Vasek Polak Racing Porsche 934 (#0179), the 1976 Trans-Am champion. It is one of several cars, that represents Porsche’s racing pedigree and the brand’s enduring motorsport dominance.

While the iconic model, which debuted at the Paris Motor Show on October 3rd, 1974, changed the game for Porsche for decades to come, the show-stopper for me this year will be the Martini Racing Team’s 917k from 1971, now with the Revs Institute, who are all about preserving the future of iconic race cars from the past. Beyond these racing legends, you will also get a chance to take a close look at the evolution of the 911 Turbo. Think flared fenders with the iconic air intake and the unmistakable "Whale Tail" spoiler.

But Luftgekühlt 10 is so much more; a full-blown weekend immersion into Porsche culture. The festivities kick off with a pre-party at Gunther Werks on October 3rd, followed by a Rise & Shine gathering at Race Service in L.A. the next day. The main event at Universal Studios is the crown jewel, but there’s also a special celebration planned at the Petersen Automotive Museum. Think cocktails, car stories, and the chance to connect with fellow Porsche people.

But if you’re looking for some driving thrills? The Mobil 1 Air-Cooled Caravan will take you on a scenic tear through L.A., culminating in a Cars & Coffee event at Porsche Santa Clarita. It is this very blend of social gatherings and exhilarating drives that makes Porsche ownership so special. It’s about the community, that shared passion, and the joy of experiencing these incredible machines, out on the open road.

Here’s a list of all the supporting events and activities around Luftgekühlt 10


• Thursday, October 3: Luft pre-party at Gunther Werks in Huntington Beach (7-11 pm)

• Friday, October 4: Rise & Shine pre-party at Race Service in Los Angeles (9 am-12 pm)

• Friday, October 4: 50th-anniversary celebration at the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles (6-10 pm)

• Sunday, October 6: Mobil 1 Air-Cooled Caravan rally drive ending at Porsche Santa Clarita (7 am-12 pm)

• Sunday, October 6: Official After Luft Brunch at Porsche Santa Clarita (9 am-12 pm)

Now it comes as no surprise to me, that this annual event has grabbed the attention of big names. Porsche Classic themselves are launching their ORIGINALE 10 line Magazine here, and Meguiar’s (not sponsored, but a big fan of their car care products) will also be on-site to provide information on keeping these beauties looking their best. Although Early Access tickets have already sold out, General Admission tickets, costing $95 are still available at the time of writing. Clearly, tickets are flying off the shelves, so if you’re a Porsche fanatic like me, you better act fast.