Car Guy: “someone who looks at life with the car as their lens,” according to Autoweek. You can find them in their driveway, hand-washing their cars, and wearing clothing with car motifs or brands. Inevitably, most conversations with a car guy lead back to cars.
But what about the car gals? We asked Michelle Meade, co-founder of Lone Tree Cars and Coffee, what it is like to be a part of a male-dominated hobby.
“It's not male-dominated, it's male-populated! I love how many people we've met in this car world and how much community there is. There are a lot of women at Lone Tree Cars and Coffee, and we are starting to see young women, which is exciting.”
More and more, women and couples are engaging with this hobby. Michelle and her husband, Sean, are very involved in the local car scene. In addition to organizing and attending Cars and Coffee, you can frequently find them at Porsche enthusiast weekend breakfasts and The Vault in Parker, just to name a few.
Lone Tree Cars and Coffee began during COVID, with the intent on rebuilding the community. About 350 cars and their people showed up. Now you find them on the first Saturday of every month in front of the Rio Grande restaurant in Lone Tree.
Performance Specs
The 2004 Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet is a high-performance convertible known for its powerful engine and sporty handling. It features a 3.6-liter twin-turbo flat-six engine producing 415 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque. It accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 4.9 seconds, with a top speed of 185 mph. This model also has Colorado-friendly all wheel drive, and a 5-speed Tiptronic S automatic transmission.
Styling and Design
The 996 body style is the fifth generation Porsche 911, produced from 1997 to 2006, and the first 911 to use a water-cooled engine. The 996 was also the first 911 to feature a redesigned front end with the iconic "fried egg" headlights. Turbos feature a wide body with distinctive air intakes. And like all 911s, the engine is in the rear, while the trunk, or boot, is in the front.
Features
The Cabriolet is a full open-air convertible, highly desired by Porsche owners. Both the convertible top and back wing can be lowered and raised with a press of a button. This car’s interior also has a custom door-jamb wrap in their family tartan blue plaid, something Porsche owners do to personalize their vehicle. It blends performance with classic Porsche aesthetics, creating a desirable blend of style and engineering.
Customization
This was a 25th wedding anniversary gift from Sean to Michelle in 2018. In addition to a custom jamb wrap, Sean further customized Michelle’s 911 to include a small matching plaque to signify this special occasion. The 2004 Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet is often described as a Porsche aficionado's Porsche, so it is a truly fitting gift.
I love how many people we've met in this car world and how much community there is. There are a lot of women at Lone Tree Cars and Coffee, and we are really starting to see young women. It's exciting. ”