Show Notes
Discover what it is like to experience your very first Porsche Parade through the eyes of long-time Treffen attendees Steve and Marsha Buss. After years of PCA events, the couple finally made the trip to Lake Placid for their first-ever Parade. In this episode, they share their candid first impressions on everything from the scenic drive up and the registration process to driving in events and exploring non-Porsche local attractions. We also dive deep into what it takes to open a Parade store for a week, the Cars and Community event, and the exclusive Porsche Parade Collection Pins. Plus, they share the unique thrill of dining at banquets hosted on the exact hockey rink where the legendary "Miracle on Ice" took place. Stick around until the end as we wrap up with the latest Porsche news and exciting updates on our upcoming videos.
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