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R Gruppe Gathering: North meets South
Cambria, California
May 5 - 7, 2000

May 5th weekend would prove to be a historic meeting of early 911's from Southern, Central and Northern California in this small central California coastal community. Organized by Chris Huergas (North) and Freeman Thomas (South), R Gruppe is a loosely assembled group of early and diverse 911 owners who have a common interest in modifying, converting and rebuilding early 911's for "sport purposes."

There were estimates of approximately 70-100 early 911's (1966-1973) present this weekend. Many were original or finely restored versions while an equal number were modifed versions, some lightly, some drastically. There were a few race cars in attendance as well as a few genuine (and rare) factory RS models. This was not a concours event as most everyone, save for a few trailered race cars, drove their vehicles to the event. Still, the cars represented were the best "drivers" of this vintage this writer has ever seen at one gathering. There were cars who ventured from as far north as Washington state to the southern borders of California. One owner made the trek in his race-sprung track car from Las Vegas, Nevada. One observer accurately commented there were more early 911's here than at the Monterey Historic races in 1998 which had featured Porsche's 50th year anniversary and many hundreds of Porsches in attendance.

The weekend contained 3 loosely structured and relaxing segments. Friday afternoon turned out to be a parade of early 911's arriving from various destinations into Cambria. The unofficial gathering spot was the parking lot of the beautiful San Simeon Resorts which overlooks the Pacific Ocean along Highway 1 (just south of the famous Hearst Castle). As each car entered the parking area they were greeted by appreciative stares, nods and smiles from other owners.

Person-to-person interaction was the emphasis this afternoon as everyone ogled the assortment of early 911's from every direction. Questions and answers flowed like good wine. Speaking of which . . . .

Saturday morning winery tour

Saturday afternoon show and tell

Some cars in attendance

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Updated: 6/27/00

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	R Gruppe Gathering: North meets South Cambria, California May 5 - 7, 2000

	May 5th weekend would prove to be a historic meeting of early 911's from Southern, Central and Northern California in this small central California coastal community. Organized by Chris Huergas (North) and Freeman Thomas (South), R Gruppe is a loosely assembled group of early and diverse 911 owners who have a common interest in modifying, converting and rebuilding early 911's for "sport purposes." There were estimates of approximately 70-100 early 911's (1966-1973) present this weekend. Many were original or finely restored versions while an equal number were modifed versions, some lightly, some drastically. There were a few race cars in attendance as well as a few genuine (and rare) factory RS models. This was not a concours event as most everyone, save for a few trailered race cars, drove their vehicles to the event. Still, the cars represented were the best "drivers" of this vintage this writer has ever seen at one gathering. There were cars who ventured from as far north as Washington state to the southern borders of California. One owner made the trek in his race-sprung track car from Las Vegas, Nevada. One observer accurately commented there were more early 911's here than at the Monterey Historic races in 1998 which had featured Porsche's 50th year anniversary and many hundreds of Porsches in attendance. The weekend contained 3 loosely structured and relaxing segments. Friday afternoon turned out to be a parade of early 911's arriving from various destinations into Cambria. The unofficial gathering spot was the parking lot of the beautiful San Simeon Resorts which overlooks the Pacific Ocean along Highway 1 (just south of the famous Hearst Castle). As each car entered the parking area they were greeted by appreciative stares, nods and smiles from other owners. Person-to-person interaction was the emphasis this afternoon as everyone ogled the assortment of early 911's from every direction. Questions and answers flowed like good wine. Speaking of which . . . . Saturday morning winery tour Saturday afternoon show and tell Some cars in attendance back to Home page			click for a larger view Updated: 6/27/00 Going to Cambria, 2001? Download a Complimentary Photo form (335K, PDF) Acrobat 4.0 min. needed to view/print.