Porsche/VW 917 kit car

True, it’s not a real VW, nor a real Porsche, but have a look at this:

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That there is a 1972 Porsche model 917 – well it’s actually a 1972 VW beetle made to look like one. But it’s still very cool.

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The Porsche 917 was a special race car that was designed for the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the world’s oldest, still active endurance racing even in the world. Known as one of the most prestigious races in the world, this model inspired many dreams and models since it was introduced.

What would a real one sound like?

AMAAZINGGG!!!!!

Of course, buying one of these originals is a bit out of reach for most of us, so we are left with tribute vehicles like this one. It sounds like a fun project –

Check out the original Craigslist ad :

This is a great kit car… A real head turner.
Everything with new parts, engine, transmission built to fast freeway speeds and new heavy duty clutch kit and parts, rebuilt engine modified to 1915 with dual carbs, nothing is used except for the pan but has been modified, all new parts. New disk brakes and brake lines, tires and rims, steering, race brake pedals, removable racing steering wheel, new easy wiring kit, new gauges, lots of parts, 85% completed. Body will be back on chassis in a few days. Brand new engine is broke in with about 45 minutes on it. Gull wing doors, just new paint about 30 days ago… needs to be wet sanded and buffed out. This is a fun and head turner car. It is based off the 1972 VW beetle chassis, everything has been modified. Clear title in Colorado

Now all I need is some space in the garage..

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