So, I've got a 2005 911 Carrera S that I've been thinking about doing some AutoX with.


When I say "Lite," I am just basically wanting to do this thing on kind of a low key basis with my (totally stock) car, and just dip a toe in to see if I will like it, and probably will always just want to do it kind of for fun and not get all SUPER competitive about it.


Years ago, in the mid 80's, I worked for a grey market importer and drove a lot of miles in many different exotic cars getting them from conversion to lab and back, and was considered to be a pretty good driver, BUT...


I have not driven in a particularly challenging manner in a long time - likely a function of self-preservation kicking in, as well as a desire to not have the car insurance rates of a 16 year old male.


I was thinking of taking my car to one of those SCCA Novice Training class things they sometimes have the day before events to get an idea of what I need to be working on and refresh my maneuvering skills, and I was also considering doing the Porsche experience thing in Atlanta to get more conversant with PDK/Paddles because I am used to a manual, and don't feel like I'm using them to advantage in this automatic vehicle.


Do y'all recommend I go to Atlanta or to an SCCA event to work on driving skills for AutoX?


And just HOW bad is AutoX on tires? Would I need a spare set of less expensive wheels/tires to save my $$$ ones?


I was looking at pics of our local club's events and see a lot of Miatas and Corvettes, but not any 911's? Wonder why that is...


Thanks!