I'm a guy that just bought a 2010 Black Turbo. I have been owning fast cars for a few years, but have not invested the time to learn about the real potential of these cars. I need your help guys....

A few years back I owned an Aston Martin Vantage and she was alot of fun. I took her to Thunderhill Race Track in California and had a blast with her an entire day. Well, I want to do more of that with my Porsche. I just do not know where to start this time.
Is there any books available about racing and techniques/etiquete of being on a track. Do you guys recommend a must read?

I want to take the Porsche Class in Alabama, but this might have to wait until next year. I might want to go for some track time this year, but have no idea where to get the helmet, or what else to get to be prepared.....I need some guidance as you guys can see. Any input will be greatly appreciated.

 

I've found that Going Faster, Mastering the Art of Race Driving which is put out by the Skip Barber Racing School and Speed Secrets, Professional Race Driving Techniques by Ross Bentley are both very good reads.

Join Porsche Club of America and get involved in your region's High Performance Drivers Education (HPDE) program. You will be paired with an instructor until you are deemed qualified to drive solo. Many region's websites will have a section explaining what DE's are all about, what to expect the first time, what you need, etc. etc. Here's a link for the region I belong to if you want to peruse the material. Please note that rules vary from region to region so you'll want to read whatever is published by the group you will eventually run with. http://rmr.pca.org/

Lots of internet places to get helmets and stuff. I've been very happy with SafeRacer. http://www.saferacer.com/

Hope that helps. Have fun!

 

I would just join your local PCA and do a few of their DE events. Also if there is NASA or ASA out there, they do the same thing with more events. You will learn a lot more from this than from a book.

 

the Porsche sport driving school is great, Hurley instructing, can't beat dat!

 

Thanks guys for the very helpful information. @steamboat- thanks to you just purchased "going faster". Thanks again!

 

Great info. Bookmarked for when I finally acquire a TT. I think it was Sterling Moss that said something to the effect that if you enter a 25 mph corner and you are doing 26, you will learn everything there is to know about speed.

Best of luck and good times.

 

Join local PCA and do their DE's. All you will need is proper helmet and upgrade brake fluid ( assuming pads, rotors and tires are ok ). You will get proper basic instruction and learn "etiquite" and safety at the track. If you're like many of us, you will find this sport the most fun of any...and then the addiction begins! Good luck with your new car and enjoy it on the track...that's where you will really appreciate the cars capabilities.

 

Thanks vpmick!
I"m taking it all in and trying to learn and enjoy as much as I can.