Chopard Porsche 919 Le Mans Japan Summit
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Chopard Porsche 919 Le Mans Japan Summit

By KIH · Jul 9, 2015 · 15 replies
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KIH's recap of the Japan Porsche Summer Summit offers a vivid account of a high-octane event where automotive passion met horological sponsorship. His focus on the Chopard-sponsored Porsche 919, fresh off its Le Mans 24 Hours victory, highlights the deep connection between luxury watches and motorsports. The post provides a unique perspective on exclusive brand events and the excitement they generate among enthusiasts.

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I was stunned.  I was overwhelmed.  I dropped my jaw.  From the road that lead to the hotel front entrance, there was a heavy traffic jam of which many were Porsche.  I had a bad feeling, but the venue of this event was full!  

I was shocked to see sooooo many people - this is invitation only, no announcement event, for the selected clients of Porsche Japan - NOT by the cars (I have very little interest in normal cars), let alone the special model which will be made only a few....

[Editor's Note:  He means the Porsche 918, maybe?]


The crowd, the number of people.  

Anyway, I went there to see Chopard-sponsored Porsche 919 which won Le Mans 24 hours and Chopard shop.  I don't remember what type of Porsche were there, except for a girl standing by one of the cars smile

Very impressive entrance:





Probably the biggest banquet room of this hotel.





The limited edition special car was down there, but I don't like the crowded place smile





Now, THIS IS NICE.  THE CAR, to me.











DMG Mori is also a sponsor (didn't know that).













Porsche 919 hybrid and the winning scene.

Porsche came back to this endurance race last year (or 2 years ago?) and they already won Le Mans 24H already.











Chopard booth.  While I was there, lots of people came to the booth and saw various sports model including.....






... last year's Superfast.  This year's will be available this fall at the time of Fuji Speedway race event.




Those who contributed to the win - drivers, Mr. KFS, Porsche team, and Mr. Jacky Ickx.




...and as promised..... smile


 


Thanks for inviting me to this event, Chopard Japan!  
Very impressive 919, Chopard booth, and you know what.  Sorry, car fans, I didn't take any car pics...

Ken


This message has been edited by MTF on 2015-07-09 10:56:41

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patrick_y
Jul 9, 2015
Very nice event!

The 919 race car is definitely a cool machine! Thanks for sharing your photos of this lovely event Ken!

KI
KIH
Jul 11, 2015
You are welcome! You would definitely enjoy this event! [nt]

BL
blomman Mr Blue
Jul 9, 2015
Ken, I share your view....

On cars ..... And your last shot! ;) Looks like you had a great time together with Chopard! Best Blomman

KI
KIH
Jul 11, 2015
:-) Great minds think alike? [nt]

MT
MTF
Jul 10, 2015
Why umbrellas in Japan?

Thanks Ken, for the reprt LIVE for PuristS. Reports from round the world...the strength of PuristSPro. I used to live in Japan but still don't know why the show girls or models carry umbrellas. Even when it is not a rainy month like July. Regards, MTF

KI
KIH
Jul 10, 2015
My guess is....

... it is one of the duties of the "race queens" to put the umbrella over the driver to protect him from the heat of the sun, and therefore, race-related models always carry umbrella.... :-) I wish I could have someone to ask such a question! Ken PS: that machine was 919, not 918....

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