7.12.22. Found this while looking up your dad to send greetings to him from a neighbor who grew up with him in Santa Rosa, Bob Burpee. So sorry to hear of his passing. I met your dad right after he came back with his car from Germany. I was working in HR at Memorex as was he and he took me for a ride and hooked me on Porsche. In 1970 I took my 911 to show him and we had a good laugh at my “Silver Porsche” he never got, but he was not willing to trade. He was so full of spirit and embraced life as no one I had ever met. He left a lifelong impression of how a to embrace life. Still have a Porsche as does Bob. We stayed in touch occasionally over years and I have his 912 personal (business) card. Happy to send to you if you want. Wonderful story. John Robblns
Hi John! Melissa, one of George's daughters here. Wow thanks for the note and the cool stories about your Porsches! Only wish our dad was still here to read your memories and re-connect with you both. He really did have such an exuberance for life and in particular for his beloved Gray Fuchs! He also loved to make those business cards you referenced and share them (we have several) as well as print photos on aprons, greeting cards, and make large poster size prints as gifts for all his friends and family. We miss him a lot so your note is much appreciated. Glad to hear you and Bob seem to be going strong. Hope you can still regularly ride your Porsches.
My favorite type of owner and my favorite type of car ownership video. Such a beautiful and sentimental story. I hope to own my 911 as long as I can too. Too bad none of his daughters plan to hold on to the car. It would be great to pass it down the generation. What a great story. Very inspiring. Thank you.
Thanks for the nice comment! As one of his daughters, I can tell you we adore this car...driving it, looking at it and talking to people about dad's story (which happened any time we were in it), but alas we knew a true car enthusiast would take better care of it and we thought our dad would appreciate this and their continued stewardship.
Michelle and Melissa pulled out all the stops to make sure that the story of their father and his Porsche 912 was told properly, and represented in full. They worked so hard, and did everything right, to ensure that The Gray Fox found a new home with someone who was as excited about the car - and its rich history - as George was. What an honor it has been to help create this video and be a part of this amazing story!
Kevin - Thanks so much for your kind words! We really enjoyed working with you and appreciated your patience and expertise as we made our way through the process. We could not be more pleased with the outcome. The positive comments here and on the BaT auction listing blow us away. Thanks again for helping us successfully share our father's 912 story. We love it and we absolutely know he would love it too!
Great story, commented earlier, knew George in 1967 when we worked at Memorex. He took me for. a ride..and I soon I was hooked…driving a 2017 911 now. Still as much fun as the first time I went out with George. Thanks girls for a wonderful memory.
hi John! thanks for your comment and sorry it took a month to reply. do you still live in the bay area? awesome you have a 911! all Porsches are awesome! we plan to check out the rennsport reunion next fall at Laguna Seca. fun!
Great story! As so often, Porsche was (and is) ahead of its time when using colors. This grey used to be known as 'bin liner grey'(...) in the 70s and 80s. But in the last few years, nearly all manufacturers now have various grey tones in their catalogue!
My condolences for the loss of Mr Vacaaro. What a beautiful film about a beautiful car and a touching family story. For as long as I have known about 912s I have known about this car and Mr Vaccaro. I am so glad this car realized a price that justifies its unique story, the passion of its owner and that it will go on being treasured. I was really moved by this film - long the Gray Fox!
Thanks Martin. Appreciate your kind words about our dad and his car. From the very start, we were totally committed to presenting the car story properly. :)
Thank you for this story of George Vaccaro who saved a beautiful 912 from a time when Porsche was a more respected automobile. Now remembered for SUVs and expensive cars driven by spoiled trust fund boys.
Before I decide to sell another 911 or 912 I’m going to remind myself to watch this beautiful film over again. What an amazing relationship! Thanks for sharing it with us.
What a wonderful story. Ive been dreaming of owning my own forever 911/912 for years now. I restored a 73 911 back when i was in my early 20’s about 2007. I havent driven it in 13 years (owners sold it) but i can can still smell it and can feel the steering wheel and shifter in my hand. When my ship comes in i will have another in the corner of my restoration business. And like this gentleman it wont leave the family until im gone. Great story and tribute to a real car guy 👍
Touching story of an amazing man and his timeless passion. Sounds like his children are just as wonderful. Watching the BAT auction with interest and know that the Gray Fox will find another long-term caretaker.
What a beautiful inspiring story! George and his lovely wife Nancy seem to have such a grand adventure and life together. I too have fond memories of a 1967 Porsche 912 my father purchased while living in Milpitas CA in the late 60's early 70's. We lived not too far from the Ford plant where George worked before he left for Europe. Because of my father's fascination with Porsche I have been a fan of Porsche cars for most of my life. I can still remember taking summer vacations down to Southern California in my father's 912. I still remember my father letting me drive the 912 on Interstate 5 at 14 or 15 years age; what a thrill! 912's are wonderful machines. My father passed away June of 2021. I still have those beautiful memories of driving and riding with my father. I also remember all the wonderful people in the PCA Loma Prieta region. Like George my father and I both love our Porsche cars. Thank you so much for sharing such a beautiful story. Peace be with you.
thanks for your kind words and for sharing your story with us. interesting how you too, had a dad in the bay area with a 1967 porsche 912. condolences on your father's passing last year. sending you love and light. ps. very cool your dad let you drive the porsche at 15 years of age. our dad didn't let anyone else drive his car! you can see some more video of us driving the 912 on instagram @graufuchs912
Great tribute to George passion. These cars does something to your soul. My honeymoon has ended yet. It's been 10 years and I still get excited from the night before taking her out. I am referring to my 1987 911.
Wow! Just wow... What an adventure. This is an example of a guy living life on his terms and seizing the day. To his daughters, I hope you appreciate the one in one hundred million type of dad and car you have had and can continue to share. His legacy is truly magnificent.
Allan, thanks for the kind words. It was a super tough decision to find another home for dad's 912, but we knew he would want it to stay on the road.. and we are happy it's staying in the bay area and will be driven.
What a story of life. A vintage car or your favorite car has attachment, preservation requires the ups and downs of life to keep a treasure... the treasure as George said, is the community, the people he met, the people who enjoy seeing the car . Horsepower is a number.. drive feel, friends, and beautiful cars will always carry more power in the spirit of life. My suggestion for the best of the best..have a corvette and have a porsche. Meet friends, take pictures, join clubs, and drive.
Of the six running - and two non-running Porsches - my ‘68 912 was my favorite. I loved the crack from the rear of the car as the cornering loads were transferred from the body to the suspension and you knew you were on rails. Whee!
What a great tribute to your papa.. Well done kids.. He would be really impressed with your creativity. ( amazing that he kept all those records eh?) You captured that part of his life so well. Thanks you for his memories. It was wonderful to hear his voice.
thanks kathy! we have a new appreciation for video production and editing. we could not have done it without kevin (who i think we told you, has a 1980 porsche 911 named george!). and yes, it seems dad kept everything about the car so we had to really pick and choose what to include in the video. i insisted we include video footage of him talking/driving, which i think turned out nicely. if folks make it to the credits, they get to see more of him talking too. :)
hi brian! thanks for the nice comments. sis and i aren't car people so we found a great home for the car by a buyer in our neighborhood! we are happy and so is he. :) we have great memories for a lifetime.
@@ez3792 Awesome! I think your father was a great guy. I hope you're Mom is doing well. I hope the neighbor that bought the car is a friend of your father and appreciates the car as much as your father. Thank you 👍
What a beautiful tribute! Focused on his passions…..family, cars, friends, business. Love the little car seat sunshades, and how he shared all his experiences for others to enjoy. Made my eyes leak, too! Congrats girls, what a great dad….cherish the memories!
This is so cool! George was one of a kind and I enjoyed all the car shows and events that we participated together at. More often than not my sides hurt when I got home from one because all the fun and laughing we did together. George was one of a kind and I miss him a lot. George would be very proud of you two for honoring him with this video.
Awww thanks Ken. He was a funny guy for sure! Thanks for your contribution with the prank story about your beautiful restored red porsche 912... we were so happy to include it in the video.
thanks so much for your kind comment. sis and I just knew we had to document his car story before saying goodbye to his beloved porsche. and we are glad it has been so well received. he is smiling down with all the attention!
Enjoyed this video so much! I have 2 classic 911s now and on the search for a 912 and stumbled onto this video. So neat to follow the history. I wish the daughters would just hang onto that car forever!!!! I would buy it!!!!!!! Stephanie from Georgia
Great job on the video girls! I have been with the Golden Gate PCA for a number of years and fondly remember my many discussions with George at concours events regarding the Gray Fox and his adventures with your Mom; it was obvious that taking car of that baby was one of the loves of his life. Regrettably I've been to few concours events for the last year or two and had no idea your dad had passed; going to concours will not be the same without seeing his smiling face. Tonite I think I'll turn on that old 1930's radio he rebuilt for me (another of his passions I believe) and reminisce about the "good old days".
thanks Thomas...we know dad would be so happy his car story is being seen by so many. thanks for sharing your memories and yes he loved his old antique radios too! glad he helped you with yours.
Thanks for sharing this great story. I started watching this video because the 1967 912 is my all time favourite car. Kept watching because of the story about your father. Keep the car in your family if you can. There are a lot of cars you can own, but there is only one car so intertwined with your lives.
A simply wonderful story and an incredibly well-produced video. It really touched me. I'm not quite sure how you were able to part with the car - a priceless symbol of your father. I don't think I would have been able to.
Wow what an amazing story and what an awesome adventure it would have been to pick it up new from the factory and then tour Europe for 3mths. A wonderful tribute and such a great Porsche owners story!
Spending money on your Porsche is like getting a hip replacement for your alley cat. The emotion compels you over the practicality. I spent a ton of dough keeping and old Merc running. I am not sentimental anymore...
Awhhhhhhhhhh love this! Great work by all that contributed and now we have so many super memories all in one place! As Dad would have have said "good stuff"!
Nice choice George.
What a fantastic story. If you can’t own one, admire those who do.
7.12.22. Found this while looking up your dad to send greetings to him from a neighbor who grew up with him in Santa Rosa, Bob Burpee. So sorry to hear of his passing. I met your dad right after he came back with his car from Germany. I was working in HR at Memorex as was he and he took me for a ride and hooked me on Porsche. In 1970 I took my 911 to show him and we had a good laugh at my “Silver Porsche” he never got, but he was not willing to trade. He was so full of spirit and embraced life as no one I had ever met. He left a lifelong impression of how a to embrace life. Still have a Porsche as does Bob. We stayed in touch occasionally over years and I have his 912 personal (business) card. Happy to send to you if you want. Wonderful story. John Robblns
Hi John! Melissa, one of George's daughters here. Wow thanks for the note and the cool stories about your Porsches! Only wish our dad was still here to read your memories and re-connect with you both. He really did have such an exuberance for life and in particular for his beloved Gray Fuchs! He also loved to make those business cards you referenced and share them (we have several) as well as print photos on aprons, greeting cards, and make large poster size prints as gifts for all his friends and family. We miss him a lot so your note is much appreciated. Glad to hear you and Bob seem to be going strong. Hope you can still regularly ride your Porsches.
My favorite type of owner and my favorite type of car ownership video. Such a beautiful and sentimental story. I hope to own my 911 as long as I can too. Too bad none of his daughters plan to hold on to the car. It would be great to pass it down the generation. What a great story. Very inspiring. Thank you.
Thanks for the nice comment! As one of his daughters, I can tell you we adore this car...driving it, looking at it and talking to people about dad's story (which happened any time we were in it), but alas we knew a true car enthusiast would take better care of it and we thought our dad would appreciate this and their continued stewardship.
Michelle and Melissa pulled out all the stops to make sure that the story of their father and his Porsche 912 was told properly, and represented in full. They worked so hard, and did everything right, to ensure that The Gray Fox found a new home with someone who was as excited about the car - and its rich history - as George was. What an honor it has been to help create this video and be a part of this amazing story!
Kevin - Thanks so much for your kind words! We really enjoyed working with you and appreciated your patience and expertise as we made our way through the process. We could not be more pleased with the outcome. The positive comments here and on the BaT auction listing blow us away. Thanks again for helping us successfully share our father's 912 story. We love it and we absolutely know he would love it too!
Great story, commented earlier, knew George in 1967 when we worked at Memorex. He took me for. a ride..and I soon I was hooked…driving a 2017 911 now. Still as much fun as the first time I went out with George. Thanks girls for a wonderful memory.
hi John! thanks for your comment and sorry it took a month to reply. do you still live in the bay area? awesome you have a 911! all Porsches are awesome! we plan to check out the rennsport reunion next fall at Laguna Seca. fun!
George is my new hero!
Girls, you did a great job for the memorial of your father and his loved car ! God bless you !
Love this story! RIP George
I'm just in tears 😭, tears of utter joy after viewing this video. What a fantastic life experience.
R. I. P. George.
Long live the gray fox.
One of the best stories ever of a Porsche owner.
thanks for the kind words. we know dad would get a kick out of his porsche story being appreciated by so many. ❤
A true love story!!!
Great story! As so often, Porsche was (and is) ahead of its time when using colors. This grey used to be known as 'bin liner grey'(...) in the 70s and 80s. But in the last few years, nearly all manufacturers now have various grey tones in their catalogue!
Beautiful Story. George showed Genuine And real appreciation and ownership of a great Porsche
What a great story !! Thank you for posting
A lovely car.
A lovely man.
Made for each other.
My condolences for the loss of Mr Vacaaro. What a beautiful film about a beautiful car and a touching family story. For as long as I have known about 912s I have known about this car and Mr Vaccaro. I am so glad this car realized a price that justifies its unique story, the passion of its owner and that it will go on being treasured. I was really moved by this film - long the Gray Fox!
Thanks Martin. Appreciate your kind words about our dad and his car. From the very start, we were totally committed to presenting the car story properly. :)
Thank you for this story of George Vaccaro who saved a beautiful 912 from a time when Porsche was a more respected automobile. Now remembered for SUVs and expensive cars driven by spoiled trust fund boys.
amen! :)
Before I decide to sell another 911 or 912 I’m going to remind myself to watch this beautiful film over again. What an amazing relationship! Thanks for sharing it with us.
awh thanks for the kind comment. was just thinking today how much our dad would have loved this film and notes from folks like you!
What a wonderful story. Ive been dreaming of owning my own forever 911/912 for years now. I restored a 73 911 back when i was in my early 20’s about 2007. I havent driven it in 13 years (owners sold it) but i can can still smell it and can feel the steering wheel and shifter in my hand. When my ship comes in i will have another in the corner of my restoration business. And like this gentleman it wont leave the family until im gone. Great story and tribute to a real car guy 👍
God bless you George! What a wonderful story. Rest in peace sir.
What a great story! Had to look up my ‘67’s build date and it was June 15 - one day earlier than the Gray Fox
Fabulous ! George What a man ❤
Truly heart warming. Thanks for sharing his story!
Thanks for the kind words! We loved making the film and honoring our Dad. :)
Touching story of an amazing man and his timeless passion. Sounds like his children are just as wonderful. Watching the BAT auction with interest and know that the Gray Fox will find another long-term caretaker.
Great story and the most beautiful car Ive ever seen!!
What a beautiful inspiring story! George and his lovely wife Nancy seem to have such a grand adventure and life together. I too have fond memories of a 1967 Porsche 912 my father purchased while living in Milpitas CA in the late 60's early 70's. We lived not too far from the Ford plant where George worked before he left for Europe. Because of my father's fascination with Porsche I have been a fan of Porsche cars for most of my life. I can still remember taking summer vacations down to Southern California in my father's 912. I still remember my father letting me drive the 912 on Interstate 5 at 14 or 15 years age; what a thrill! 912's are wonderful machines. My father passed away June of 2021. I still have those beautiful memories of driving and riding with my father. I also remember all the wonderful people in the PCA Loma Prieta region. Like George my father and I both love our Porsche cars. Thank you so much for sharing such a beautiful story. Peace be with you.
thanks for your kind words and for sharing your story with us. interesting how you too, had a dad in the bay area with a 1967 porsche 912. condolences on your father's passing last year. sending you love and light. ps. very cool your dad let you drive the porsche at 15 years of age. our dad didn't let anyone else drive his car! you can see some more video of us driving the 912 on instagram @graufuchs912
Our only difference is that you kept yours and I sold mine. That is why I'm still kicking myself. I had a 1967-911 with identical body.
Fabulous mini movie/documentary of a true car guy, and worthy of the 2021 BAT video award!!
An excellent homage to your father!
awh thanks! we appreciate your comments. we miss him a lot, but rest assured knowing that he would love his film and your sentiments.
this is going to be me someday RIP George and my condolences to the family. What a ride though. What guts!
Great story, and deserving. We all wish we had kept our original Porsche.
I teared up watching this. What a great life. Thank you, George.
Great tribute to George passion.
These cars does something to your soul. My honeymoon has ended yet. It's been 10 years and I still get excited from the night before taking her out. I am referring to my 1987 911.
Cool car, cool story, cool family, cool Porsche enthusiast and what a wonderful man...I wish we could have met. THANK YOU!
Oh wow.. very cool story.
What a beautiful tribute to your father and his beloved Porsche.
I’m not crying, you’re crying! Truly inspirational story.
Beautiful.
Wow! Just wow... What an adventure. This is an example of a guy living life on his terms and seizing the day. To his daughters, I hope you appreciate the one in one hundred million type of dad and car you have had and can continue to share. His legacy is truly magnificent.
Allan, thanks for the kind words. It was a super tough decision to find another home for dad's 912, but we knew he would want it to stay on the road.. and we are happy it's staying in the bay area and will be driven.
What a story of life. A vintage car or your favorite car has attachment, preservation requires the ups and downs of life to keep a treasure... the treasure as George said, is the community, the people he met, the people who enjoy seeing the car . Horsepower is a number.. drive feel, friends, and beautiful cars will always carry more power in the spirit of life. My suggestion for the best of the best..have a corvette and have a porsche. Meet friends, take pictures, join clubs, and drive.
Of the six running - and two non-running Porsches - my ‘68 912 was my favorite. I loved the crack from the rear of the car as the cornering loads were transferred from the body to the suspension and you knew you were on rails. Whee!
What a great tribute to your papa.. Well done kids..
He would be really impressed with your creativity. ( amazing that he kept all those records eh?)
You captured that part of his life so well.
Thanks you for his memories. It was wonderful to hear his voice.
thanks kathy! we have a new appreciation for video production and editing. we could not have done it without kevin (who i think we told you, has a 1980 porsche 911 named george!). and yes, it seems dad kept everything about the car so we had to really pick and choose what to include in the video. i insisted we include video footage of him talking/driving, which i think turned out nicely. if folks make it to the credits, they get to see more of him talking too. :)
This made me cry and was a serious heartstring puller
I came for a car story, but wow what a wonderful piece of film making. The love for your Dad just comes through and he'd be very proud.
awh thank you for your sweet comment. we appreciate it so very much.
Great story 👍 I hope his girls keep this beautiful member of the family. Thanks 😊
hi brian! thanks for the nice comments. sis and i aren't car people so we found a great home for the car by a buyer in our neighborhood! we are happy and so is he. :) we have great memories for a lifetime.
@@ez3792 Awesome! I think your father was a great guy. I hope you're Mom is doing well. I hope the neighbor that bought the car is a friend of your father and appreciates the car as much as your father. Thank you 👍
What a great story! I wish we can do this sort of thing in today's time...
What a beautiful tribute! Focused on his passions…..family, cars, friends, business. Love the little car seat sunshades, and how he shared all his experiences for others to enjoy. Made my eyes leak, too! Congrats girls, what a great dad….cherish the memories!
What a great story, I hope it stays with the Family .
Classic!
What a lovely tribute! Many people (myself included) kick themselves for not hanging in to their first Porsche!
Awesome material
This is so cool! George was one of a kind and I enjoyed all the car shows and events that we participated together at. More often than not my sides hurt when I got home from one because all the fun and laughing we did together. George was one of a kind and I miss him a lot. George would be very proud of you two for honoring him with this video.
Awww thanks Ken. He was a funny guy for sure! Thanks for your contribution with the prank story about your beautiful restored red porsche 912... we were so happy to include it in the video.
Thanks for the kind words Ken! We sure do miss his laughter and jokes. So glad you shared a special friendship and have sweet memories together.
Awesome 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾🙏🏽😇
This is the way to tell a car's story.
Great story, I really appreciate someone that takes care of an automobile he cherishes.
Great Story !!! god bless him and his family . My kind of guy ... RIP George, Your story is inspiring to all porsche and its world supporters...
Awesome story & video, what a guy, you girls had fab parents, touring around in the 912.
we are so grateful that they documented it so well. #goodtimes
What a great story. A life well lived for both your father and your 912.
Great story, so well done. RIP George,
This is the most enjoyable videography I have ever watched. Thank you.
thanks so much for your kind comment. sis and I just knew we had to document his car story before saying goodbye to his beloved porsche. and we are glad it has been so well received. he is smiling down with all the attention!
Amazing tale
Great car, beautiful story! Love it!
AMAZING heart warming story!
sensationell 😍 Gänsehaut garantiert … liebe Grüsse aus Stuttgart
Soooo Very well done , thanks to all that worked to make this Love story Great !
Enjoyed this video so much! I have 2 classic 911s now and on the search for a 912 and stumbled onto this video. So neat to follow the history. I wish the daughters would just hang onto that car forever!!!! I would buy it!!!!!!! Stephanie from Georgia
Fantastic and emotional story!
Great job on the video girls! I have been with the Golden Gate PCA for a number of years and fondly remember my many discussions with George at concours events regarding the Gray Fox and his adventures with your Mom; it was obvious that taking car of that baby was one of the loves of his life. Regrettably I've been to few concours events for the last year or two and had no idea your dad had passed; going to concours will not be the same without seeing his smiling face. Tonite I think I'll turn on that old 1930's radio he rebuilt for me (another of his passions I believe) and reminisce about the "good old days".
thanks Thomas...we know dad would be so happy his car story is being seen by so many. thanks for sharing your memories and yes he loved his old antique radios too! glad he helped you with yours.
Thanks for sharing this great story. I started watching this video because the 1967 912 is my all time favourite car. Kept watching because of the story about your father. Keep the car in your family if you can. There are a lot of cars you can own, but there is only one car so intertwined with your lives.
Great story! You lived a life of fun and adventure! Rest in peace 🙏
I knew in the first minute of this video why it was video of the year on BaT. Great story, great video.
Fantastic story , real nice car. Glad George enjoyed it and took goog care of it. rest in peace George.
The story of love...which should be continued.
A simply wonderful story and an incredibly well-produced video. It really touched me. I'm not quite sure how you were able to part with the car - a priceless symbol of your father. I don't think I would have been able to.
what a wonderful memory - it touched me deeply!
Outstanding and unforgettable. Remarkably well done.
absolutely love this story, thank you for sharing!!!
Awesome life story expertly told -- thanks for sharing this touching tribute!
Wonderful story 👍🏼👍🏼
magic, from south africa
Lovely all around!
Great story great guy luv my 911 as he did .
I hope the new caretaker of the Gray Fox will appreciate and love the car as much as George did !
Great preservation,great little documentary...
Thanks for your memories. Great story. George is a great guy!
Beautiful car and story! What a shocker - it was still somewhat difficult to get an 'allocation' back in 1967. :)
A life well lived.
Wow what an amazing story and what an awesome adventure it would have been to pick it up new from the factory and then tour Europe for 3mths. A wonderful tribute and such a great Porsche owners story!
Amazing story👍
Just Wow 😇🥰
What a great story! I may have seen that 912 a few times while I lived in Los Gatos back when.
awesome!! he loved driving around in los gatos and saratoga. :)
Spending money on your Porsche is like getting a hip replacement for your alley cat. The emotion compels you over the practicality. I spent a ton of dough keeping and old Merc running. I am not sentimental anymore...
You have captured the essence of a Porsche purist. It defines love in many categories.
@@nadameify yes. I am a genius...
Great love story. Thanks for sharing
This is a beautiful video and one George would love beyond belief! Great job!
Awhhhhhhhhhh love this! Great work by all that contributed and now we have so many super memories all in one place! As Dad would have have said "good stuff"!
Very touching story, George was a one of kind guy ! Loved the video too, thanks, RickGTI
Wow, great video and tribute. Wasn’t expecting the ending. What a great story.
Dandy story.
Amazing!! Great Job Ladies 👍
What a wonderful video and story. I thoroughly enjoyed this! Incredible!