BIG BEAR LAKE, CA, September 16, 2023: Vroom-vroom, and Guten Tag!

If you’re a car enthusiast, history buff, or just in the mood for some scrumptious bratwursts and jazzy German vibes, Big Bear Lake was the place to be this past weekend!

Revving engines, polished chrome, and the unmistakable aroma of Oktoberfest bratwurst took over Big Bear Lake for the 19th Annual Porsche Timeline Exhibition, held on September 16, 2023. Organized with panache by the Porsche Club of America – Riverside, the event was a joyous reunion of Porsche aficionados, seeing over 90 stunning Porsches, with drivers from various Porsche Clubs – Riverside, San Diego, Palm Springs, Gran Prix in Long Beach, CA, and San Gabriel.

And DVEN was there with our 2001 Porsche Boxster, connecting with participants and spectators about the needs of America’s disabled veteran community.

The exhibit was an automotive time capsule, presenting cars in chronological order and showcasing the wondrous evolution of Porsche from 1953 till today. And if you were wondering about the specifics of any car, boom! Each one had its very own data sheet, dishing out the juicy tidbits of its history and features. Visitors wandered, awed at the cars, engaged in delightful conversations, and learned from the informative placards accompanying each model.

But hey, it wasn’t just about the cars (even though they were the shining stars!). As Big Bear Village rolled out its festive Oktoberfest magic, attendees could take breaks to munch on delightful German cuisine and indulge in a spot of shopping from local vendors.

The backdrop for all this excitement? Perfect sunny weather, painting the day with clear blue skies and warm vibes. Could you ask for more?

Of course, the gears were set in motion (pun intended) with immense support from our fabulous sponsors: Porsche of Riverside, Porsche of Ontario, and the Big Bear Chamber of Commerce. Their contributions transformed this exhibit into a roaring success.

Now, gearheads, buckle up for some more thrilling news: The Porsche Club of Riverside is already vrooming ahead with plans for a grander celebration in 2024. They envision a magnificent Porsche jamboree aiming to spotlight over 500 Porsche cars at Big Bear and DVEN will be there with our Rally4Vets Boxster.  If you’re keen, start your engines and book those hotel rooms pronto.  You wouldn’t want to miss it!