Magnolia Region Porsche club was formed in 1987 by a few Porsche enthusiasts, including two who were originally members of a Louisiana region. They wanted a Mississippi club, and convened a group of Porschephiles who worked ceaselessly to obtain enough members and earn a charter. They put applications on vehicles on the street, knocked on doors with Porsches parked outside, and even flagged down Porsches driving down the road. In the State of Mississippi, with a total population of less than three million people, finding enough Porsche owners willing to form a club was a task.

Tony Santangelo and Bill Webster, the two original enthusiasts, both owned Porsches for years. Tony joined PCA in 1971. Bill introduced him to Howard Freeman, another future founder of Magnolia Region, who owned an auto shop. They were later joined by Rusty Williard and Michael Hartung, also enthusiastic Porsche owners. According to Tony Santangelo, the first Magnolia Region president was Howard, who was elected because he missed the meeting.

The club spans the State of Mississippi and the introduction of the internet has done much to bind the club and help it become stronger. Our membership has yet to hit the 100 member mark, but that is our goal for 2010. We have easy access to racing with the race tracks in Talladega, AL, Birmingham, AL, Donaldson, LA and Memphis, TN. Our roads are relatively flat with great scenery and historic destinations within a days drive.

We welcome all Porsche enthusiasts to join us and add your vitality and energy to a growing auto club.