Meet Mark Leach, a Porsche enthusiast from East London, South Africa, currently residing in Saskatoon. Mark's Porsche journey began when his wife, Tracy, took a ride in a friend's Porsche in Calgary. Intrigued, they visited the nearby dealership, where a 2018 Macan GTS stole their hearts, marking the start of their Porsche collection.
Mark's love for cars traces back to his upbringing on a South African farm, where he honed his mechanical skills working on heavy diesel tractors. Today, as the head of IT at Cameco, a clean energy-focused company, Mark finds harmony between his environmental values and his passion for Porsches.
Reflecting on his journey, Mark emphasizes the brand's iconic status, with over 80% of Porsches ever made still on the road. He values Porsches for their adaptability to Canadian conditions, allowing for year-round driving pleasure.
Mark's favourite Porsche, "Lello," a 2015 911 with a distinctive exhaust system, holds a special place in his heart. However, they traded it for a sleek 2017 911.2 Carrera GTS in Sapphire Blue. Proving the desire for a new Porsche can happen at any time, Tracy and Mark fell in love with a Cayenne GTS Coupe at the '75 Years of Porsche' event in June, marking the newest member of their collection.
Mark's dream Porsche? A 718 Cayman GT4 RS, eagerly awaited through the allocation process. He also dreams of restoring an older Porsche, appreciating the hands-on experience of working on a classic model.
For Mark, Porsches are not just cars; they represent a lifestyle fuelled by passion, a sentiment echoed in his advice to dreamers: embrace change, stay true to yourself, and balance logic with creativity. As he navigates obstacles, Mark's background in psychology helps him understand and collaborate with diverse perspectives.
In the end, it's not about showing off; it's about the love of driving. Mark and Tracy's Porsche collection reflects not just a series of cars but a shared passion that transcends the road, creating a unique and fulfilling journey for this dynamic couple.