This stunning replica racer is available for purchase at just $121,500 (PS98,000).
Only a few examples of the Porsche 911 are known to have been built in the period 1969-1973. Its legendary success at the track, winning Le Mans in 1971 and 1970, would make it a very expensive purchase. Fewer than a few millions can be bought for the rare vehicles that have been offered for sale in recent years. You can own the next best thing for as low as PS98,000 (121,500).
It’s not a Porsche 917 real or authentic, but it is a beautiful replica. This was constructed to specification and completed in 2004. It’s not the authentic Porsche 917, but it is a beautiful piece of craftsmanship. This item is currently for sale on eBay .
This Porsche 917 replica sports the famous Gulf livery, which is synonymous with Porsche products from the early 1970s. It has a 3.6-liter air-cooled, 300-horsepower (23-kilowatt) engine and a 5-speed manual gearbox that can be adapted to a 915. The fiberglass body is supported by a lightweight tubular space frame chassis and four Dunlop CR82 racing tire wrap around a set 15-inch center-lock wheels.
It has raced in a variety of European events, including the Spa 6 Hours 2005. This replica 917K is the first to be approved by the Gulf. It was actually commissioned as a centerpiece for the opening of the 500th Gulf-branded garage here in the U.K. It has been featured in a number of automotive publications over the years and was awarded second-in-class honors at Concours d’Elegance in Monterey.
It also comes with several signatures on the inner doors sills. These include those of Jurgen Redman, Jackie Oliver and Willi Kausen. Only five days remain for the auction so don’t delay!