Luftgekuhlt is a car show that celebrates the unique and iconic air-cooled Porsche vehicles. Founded by Porsche factory driver Patrick Long and designer Howie Idelson, the show brings together a diverse collection of vintage and modern Porsche cars in a unique and historic location. Each event is a visual and sensory experience, featuring not just cars, but also music, art, and food, all in celebration of the Porsche culture. Whether you're a die-hard Porsche enthusiast or simply a lover of cars, Luftgekuhlt promises to be a one-of-a-kind event that you won't want to miss.
Luft 9 was held at the Mare Island Shipyard in the San Francisco Bay. Mare Island Shipyard is a historic naval shipyard located in Vallejo, California, USA. It was established in 1854 as the first naval base on the West Coast of the United States. The shipyard played a critical role in the country's defense efforts during World War II, producing ships, submarines, and other naval vessels at an impressive rate.
In addition to its wartime contributions, Mare Island was also responsible for constructing several historic ships, including the USS California and the USS Nevada. The shipyard remained an active naval base until it was decommissioned in 1996.
Today, the Mare Island Shipyard is a designated historic district and is recognized as a National Historic Landmark. While the shipyard is no longer operational, its legacy continues to live on through the many ships it produced and the thousands of workers who contributed to its success over the years. The site has also been repurposed for various uses, including a film studio, a university campus, and a business park.
