Beskrivning
Meticulously engineered by Bailey Edwards, enhanced with modern tech & personal touches, inspired by motorsport history. This particular car is more than a machine—it’s a piece of South African motorsport heritage. Colour sheme designed to replicate the iconic Kreepy Krauly Porsche driven by the legendary Sarel van der Merwe, & piloted in modern events by industry titan Rob Beaumont, it carries the spirit of Daytona, Le Mans, & rally legends under its skin.
Model: 917 Bailey Edwards Competition Reproduction
Builder: Bailey Edwards
Chassis Number: Originally #3, upgraded to latest 917 spec
Ownership: Rob Beaumont
Body & Chassis
Vehicle Overview
Bailey Edwards composite bodywork with custom modifications to rear tail section
Plug mold for rear tail included
Upgraded Bailey chassis with improved rigidity and geometry
Bailey front and rear suspension system
Aurora high-performance rod ends
Helper springs added for enhanced rear droop traction
Brakes
AP Racing 330mm discs & calipers front & rear
Ferodo DS3000 competition pads
Adjustable brake bias from dashboard controller
Transmission
Xtrac 396 6-speed sequential gearbox (rated for ~1200Nm input torque)
Pro-shift electric paddle-shifting system mounted to steering wheel
Engine & Drivetrain
Nissan VK45DE V8 – Naturally aspirated + Supercharged
9:1 compression
Custom billet-machined dry sump pan
Morosso 3-stage dry sump pump
Runs exclusively on AVGAS
Output: 700+ HP / ~850Nm torque
Engine Management & Clutch
NIRA (Swedish) standalone ECU
AP Racing 3-disc sintered clutch, 1200Nm handling
AP Racing stud kit
Ken Westermeyer side shafts (Gear & Axle)
Fuel System
Holley RED lift pump
Bosch 044 high-pressure pump
Bosch 3. 5bar pressure regulator
Surge tank setup for race conditions
Cooling
Dual Cape Heat Exchange custom radiators
Davies Craig EWP 150 electric water pump
Dry Ice chiller box for intercooler system
Custom aluminium air-to-oil cooler
Supercharging & Charge Cooling
Whipple 3. 3L W200-AX Supercharger with bypass valve kit
Custom fabricated intake manifold
Laminova intercooler cores integrated into blower
Jabsco high-flow coolant pump
Steering
Bailey Edwards steering system
Uni-steer electric power steering module
Wheels & Tyres
Bailey Edwards 917-specific rims
Period-correct and race-prepped for track day dominanceThis isn’t just a car—it’s an experience that connects you to one of motorsport’s greatest eras. Meticulously engineered by Bailey Edwards. Every curve, sound, and detail pays homage to the golden age of racing, yet it feels surprisingly accessible and usable today. What makes this particular car so special is its South African motorsport pedigree. I bought this car out of passion—for the craftsmanship, the story, and the raw emotion it delivers every time the engine roars to life. Bailey Edwards’ builds are world-renowned for their precision and authenticity, and this one stood out immediately for its balance of period-correct aesthetics and modern reliability. It’s the kind of car that doesn’t just sit in a collection—it begs to be driven, whether on the road, at track events, or displayed among true enthusiasts.
