The Petrolicious Post - Issue 003

The Petrolicious Post Issue 003 March 2026 explores the intersection of high art and mechanical engineering through the lens of individual passion and historical shifts. This issue moves from the frozen lakes of St. Moritz to the garages of Armenia and the evolution of the modern performance engine. Article Highlights The Ideal Life If Only for a Weekend: A reflective journey through Germany where author Kris Clewell balances family legacy with the anticipation of finally taking delivery of a perfectly specified white Porsche. Artist Feature Louis Dos Santos: A profile of the San Diego artist who creates hand poured concrete car sculptures. What began as a joke experiment became a meticulous craft driven practice that captures the weight and character of automotive icons in stone. How Smog Built Speed: A deep dive into the technology of the 1970s and 1980s. It explores how the catalytic converter and the death of the carburetor actually paved the way for modern icons like the MK4 Supra and the 996 Turbo through the birth of precise electronic fuel injection. The Only Porsche 964 in Armenia: The story of one man’s mission to bring a Guards Red 964 to Yerevan after the collapse of the Soviet Union. In a landscape of Ladas and barter currency the car represents a hard won dream and a bridge between eras. Trophy Hunters: Follows the discovery and restoration of a rare navy blue Venturi 400 GT by enthusiasts Christophe Hauret and Simon Duchassin. Petrospective 10 Most Shocking Motorsports Moments: Featuring Charles Bradley’s account of Toyota’s heartbreaking 2016 Le Mans loss where the leading car lost power with only one lap remaining. Editorial Maybe We Should Lay Off Ferrari: Kris Clewell analyzes the Ferrari Luce electric sedan. He argues that while the loss of the V12 is significant the brand’s shift into a high end lifestyle identity under designers like Jony Ive is a survival strategy in a changing world. Regular Features Hot Wire: The team advises a 1979 Alfa Romeo Spider owner on SPICA fuel injection maintenance. Classifieds Old & New: Current listings for a McLaren Senna and a Classiche Certified Ferrari 328 GTS alongside nostalgic 1989 prices for a Porsche 959 and Aston Martin DB6.