LeeM Posted 28April, 2016 Report Share Posted 28April, 2016 Ooer missus! tomo, poli84, BlitzKonig and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomo Posted 30April, 2016 Report Share Posted 30April, 2016 PreviousNext PreviousNext Magazine | CarsIs this secret warehouse what Porsche heaven looks like?18 September 2015 Imagine a place where the entire Porsche songbook, from 1948 to 2015, is represented in front of your eyes. At the Porsche Museum’s ‘secret’ warehouse, where the illustrious marque’s heritage cars are stored, that thought becomes a reality. We sent photographer Rémi Dargegen to investigate…You don’t need to be a Porsche enthusiast to appreciate the Stuttgart marque’s ‘secret’ warehouse, just a few streets from its famous museum. To wander around the vast building, with significant cars shrouded in matching covers lined up with typical German precision, or stored on shelves like Dinky Toys, is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Back to schoolIt’s also a history lesson – every model that the company has produced (except a few racing cars, which are retained at the racing department in Weissach) is kept and maintained here, ready to run in races or demonstrations around the world. The complete catalogueIt’s difficult to know where to start with such an expansive inventory. “Everything is here,” says Dargegen. “Both the street and Paris-Dakar versions of the 959, 356s ranging from the early Gmünd cars to the later Carrera 2, all the Le Mans ‘legends’ and, of course, the complete evolution of the Porsche 911, from 1963 to the present day.” Think of Porsche at Le Mans and, depending on your age or interests, the 904 GTS, Derek Bell howling down the Mulsanne in a Rothmans-liveried 962, or even Nico Hulkenberg on his way to winning in the 919 Hybrid, on his debut just this year, might spring to mind. Of the 911, the world’s most famous sports car, every variant is represented, from the early 911 S, through rarities such as the 964 Speedster and the 997 GT3 RS 4.0. Elsewhere, there is the IMSA 961, the ill-fated Formula 1 and 2 models, and both the 718 RSK and WRS. And that’s still not everything covered. Not just the greatest hits...It’s the unexpected (and frankly weird) concepts, mules and prototypes that are particularly interesting, plus very rarely seen: cars such as the four-seat 1970s 911, the motor show ‘cutaways’ or the sole 965, which was conceived as a ‘baby’ 959 but sadly never made production. Untouched, unspoilt“These cars are left in totally original condition, just as they came back from testing in California, or the Geneva show stand, or the Nürburgring or Le Mans,” comments Dargegen. “To explore this hidden treasure trove is to begin to truly understand the Porsche legend.”The collection’s raison d’êtreThe very best thing about this Aladdin’s Cave is that almost all the cars are still driveable. “This is where the Porsche Museum excels – it really is a rolling museum. Every day, cars are arriving from the museum, or departing for exhibitions and races around the world," such as the forthcoming Rennsport Reunion in Monterey from which Classic Driver will be reporting.“Among the very few specific cars that are not demonstrated, but preserved in their original condition, is the 1971 Le Mans-winning 917K, whose magnesium body is particularly fragile, and whose engine has not been started since it crossed the finish line that day.”Every cloud...Unfortunately, the warehouse is not accessible to the public and probably never will be. However, owing to the constant turnaround and Porsche’s pride and investment in its heritage, a large proportion of the cars can be seen in special exhibits at the Porsche Museum, or in action at historic motorsport events throughout the year. For now, let Rémi’s stunning gallery perpetuate the fantasy. Photos by Rémi Dargegen for Classic Driver © 2015In the Classic Driver Market, there are currently more than 900 classic and modern Porsches listed for sale, including over 600 911s and a variety of racing cars. If you assembled them all together, you’d have a collection that would certainly rival that in the secret Porsche warehouse.Related Articles MezgerMan and Niko 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raven Posted 30April, 2016 Report Share Posted 30April, 2016 Looks like heaven to me ................... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 30April, 2016 Report Share Posted 30April, 2016 Who needs a jack? :-) Note the number plate. No prize for guessing who this could be ByronBayChris, Ozvino and tomo 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raven Posted 1May, 2016 Report Share Posted 1May, 2016 (edited) Beautiful colour on this singer looks like Amazon Green or a Singer variant of that shade.............. Edited 1May, 2016 by Raven WOKA and tomo 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 1May, 2016 Report Share Posted 1May, 2016 I thought that one was blue? Going to Switzerland possibly? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raven Posted 2May, 2016 Report Share Posted 2May, 2016 Could be I am not sure just looks superb in that light ............. LeeM 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomo Posted 2May, 2016 Report Share Posted 2May, 2016 (edited) Here is a pic of the Switzerland it looks darker again, but as you say light playes some tricks Edited 2May, 2016 by tomo LeeM 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomo Posted 3May, 2016 Report Share Posted 3May, 2016 (edited) T R E Moderfyed 91/964 turbo Edited 3May, 2016 by tomo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Raven Posted 3May, 2016 Report Share Posted 3May, 2016 Here is a pic of the Switzerland it looks darker again, but as you say light playes some tricks Wow that must be a different car looks black and the side and rear decals have no blue ...........? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomo Posted 3May, 2016 Report Share Posted 3May, 2016 Wow that must be a different car looks black and the side and rear decals have no blue ...........?Yeh, do not what is going mate can not find the same colour car on the Singer site Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raven Posted 3May, 2016 Report Share Posted 3May, 2016 (edited) I just found that image by accident ,,,the color was what caught my attention first perhaps it,s a newly completed car for a very private owner ....shall see if I can track down some more images............... Edited 3May, 2016 by Raven tomo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raven Posted 3May, 2016 Report Share Posted 3May, 2016 (edited) Ok after a little online research I have discovered the car is #32 Philadelphia ,,,recently was on display at the Radnor Hunt Concours Link to Imagehttps://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10153328859131496.1073741841.122832761495&type=3 Edited 3May, 2016 by Raven LeeM and tomo 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomo Posted 3May, 2016 Report Share Posted 3May, 2016 (edited) This dark blue Singer 911 currently holds the distinction of being the lightest Singer 911 built to date, according to the owner. At just 2,100lbs, it is 200lbs lighter than the new ND Mazda Miata, and with a hefty 280hp flat 6 engine to propel it.And a motor pic Edited 3May, 2016 by tomo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomo Posted 3May, 2016 Report Share Posted 3May, 2016 (edited) Edited 3May, 2016 by tomo Airhead 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WOKA Posted 4May, 2016 Report Share Posted 4May, 2016 Umm.. Wrong section perhaps. tomo, Blue964, firstone and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomo Posted 6May, 2016 Report Share Posted 6May, 2016 RUF; Niko 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 7May, 2016 Report Share Posted 7May, 2016 Great photoI left the Instagram comment up for anyone to check out their page. Some great pics on there ByronBayChris 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raven Posted 7May, 2016 Report Share Posted 7May, 2016 (edited) One of Leo Geoghegan hanging it out BITD at Amaroo ..................... Edited 8May, 2016 by Raven LeeM and GUT 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-banger Posted 8May, 2016 Author Report Share Posted 8May, 2016 Which reminds me. I'm looking for a little yellow inspiration. hugh and Raven 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whytar Posted 8May, 2016 Report Share Posted 8May, 2016 My wife and I on the way to the Porsche Museum... On the Autobahn... OK, one of the old girl hiding away... Ozvino, WOKA, Mike737 and 6 others 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niko Posted 8May, 2016 Report Share Posted 8May, 2016 (edited) First photo on the way to the museum........Sensational photo...love it... and in serious envy... Edited 8May, 2016 by Niko Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tazzieman Posted 9May, 2016 Report Share Posted 9May, 2016 Going through some old Aussie mags Ozvino and tomo 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raven Posted 9May, 2016 Report Share Posted 9May, 2016 First photo on the way to the museum........Sensational photo...love it... and in serious envy.......................206 kph well done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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