Highlights
- Right-hand drive example
- History file with receipts and car show certificates included
- Engine rebuilt with performance upgrades
- Vendor will cover shipping costs to UK, Europe, Australia, New Zealand and USA (East Coast)
- All shipping and logistics done through "The Freight Factory", contact Ian Ziller on Email: ian @ freightfactory.co.za for any questions and queries you may have regarding shipping.
The Appeal
The original Porsche 718 RSK Spyder is among the most celebrated racing cars in motorsport history. Developed in 1957 for Le Mans and piloted by the likes of Stirling Moss and Dan Gurney, surviving originals now command seven-figure sums at auction. This 1974 recreation, built on a Volkswagen Beetle donor platform with a mid-mounted air-cooled flat-four, captures the iconic silhouette and engineering philosophy of the factory racers at a fraction of the cost.
What sets this example apart is its provenance: it remained with its original builder before being purchased recently by the vendor, accumulating just 27,016 km over more than half a century. The 1,600cc engine has been rebuilt with an upgraded valvetrain, twin Dellorto carburettors, an equal length exhaust system, and Bosch electronic ignition, with all receipts for this work included. The body, finished in Porsche Polar-Silver, was moulded to original 718 RSK dimensions with subtly widened arches, and inside, black leather upholstery and bucket seats complete the period-appropriate aesthetic.
Every repair, modification, and piece of correspondence has reportedly been documented and retained, and the car has been displayed at shows, with certificates included. The vendor states the paintwork presents well and that the vehicle requires no immediate mechanical work. This represents an appealing opportunity for enthusiasts seeking the 718 RSK experience without the seven-figure price tag.
Key Information
- Mileage: 27,016 km indicated
- Country of registration: South Africa
- Technical inspection status: not stated
- Technical specs: 1,600cc air-cooled flat-four petrol, four-speed manual, mid-engined, right-hand drive
- Paperwork: history file including receipts, repair documentation and car show certificates included
The Detail
- Engine rebuilt with upgraded valvetrain
- Twin Dellorto carburettors fitted
- Equal length exhaust system fitted
- Bosch electronic ignition fitted
- Front disc brakes fitted
- The vendor states the Polar-Silver paintwork is in very good condition
- Black leather interior with bucket seats
- Chrome mirrors fitted
- Luggage compartment located under the rear clamshell
- Body moulded to original 718 RSK specifications with widened arches
- The vendor states the vehicle requires no immediate mechanical work
- Displayed at car shows, with certificates included in the sale
- All electronics, gauges and lights fully functional
- Rust free chassis/pan
- Vehicle licenced, registered and roadworthy in South Africa
- All vehicle documentation for overseas registration will be provided by seller
- Seller will cover shipping costs to UK, Europe, Australia, New Zealand and USA (East Coast)
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