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Thread: Oakland Man Dies After 2 Porsches On Napa Vintage Car Rally Collide

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    I must express my deep sadness to Jordan Hilsenbeck's family and to this community for the loss of his life. I've probably met him somewhere in the scene, and I can only imagine the grief that his loved ones are going through now.

    I have to agree with Frank that this is also a time for this community to reflect on our own behavior. It does honor to Jordan that his passing might not be in vain. Like Frank, I stopped going on group drives and rallies some years ago, when I was one car back from what could have been a fatal accident (and fortunately wasn't). The group dynamic of some of these events can get people in over their heads, and things can happen very fast when you're driving very fast.

    Let's also put ourselves in the shoes of John Ravitch. He and his passenger were injured and now he is being investigated for the commission of vehicular manslaughter. My wife knows of him from her work -- he was one of the designers at CKS Partners who created Apple Computer's "look" and is currently a parter at IDEO design. John was sitting on top of the world; now he's going to have to live with the consequences of his decision-making for a very long time.

    It could happen to any of us. Let's speak up and not let this kind of thing happen again.

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    Very much enjoyed hanging out with Jordan. Terrible to hear the news yesterday morning. Without a doubt he will be missed.
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    Just makes this all that much sadder.........
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    Endearing photos. Those will be cherished for sure.

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    Godspeed to this young mans family. We have all seen these driving incidents happen during our group drives. Let's all hope that we can use our better judgement so we are not a party to these accidents. My heart also goes out the "other" Porsche involved in this incident. I'm sure his mourning is very deep .....RIP
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    I thought it was the same car when I saw this. A video from April, 2013
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    Endearing photos. Those will be cherished for sure.

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    Jordan was always around...or maybe I was just always around him.
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    The wind is knocked out of me.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Nine17 View Post
    I have to agree with Frank that this is also a time for this community to reflect on our own behavior. It does honor to Jordan that his passing might not be in vain. Like Frank, I stopped going on group drives and rallies some years ago, when I was one car back from what could have been a fatal accident (and fortunately wasn't). The group dynamic of some of these events can get people in over their heads, and things can happen very fast when you're driving very fast.

    Threads come and go that refer to "coffee and cars" and these seem to go on in a safe manner...so examples ^ like yours are a good thing. More should be compiled and perhaps handed out well in advance to those who may not fully realize the danger.

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