TrevMcRev Posted 3April, 2016 Report Share Posted 3April, 2016 http://petrolicious.com/the-legends-behind-lufgekuhlt-built-a-perfect-porsche-911-safari-machineI think I see a similar Porsche to this somewhere in my future... To mash up my 2 passions of Porsche & Rally would be pretty well perfect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James P Posted 3April, 2016 Report Share Posted 3April, 2016 Here's one for ya http://www.my105.com/ListingDetails/p/1/k/porsche/id/17034 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tazzieman Posted 3April, 2016 Report Share Posted 3April, 2016 Dirt rally or tarmac rally? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrevMcRev Posted 3April, 2016 Author Report Share Posted 3April, 2016 Dirt rally or tarmac rally?gravel for sure, for some reason with an older air cooled car that just feels right. But water cooled seems right for a Tarmac car... Here's one for ya http://www.my105.com/ListingDetails/p/1/k/porsche/id/17034Yes I spotted that the other day and am interested, and while you couldn't build it for that, I'm interested in the build process as much as the end result. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tazzieman Posted 3April, 2016 Report Share Posted 3April, 2016 This is an appealing pipe dream. I don't think I could afford the special large bulletproof nad build.http://www.eastafricansafarirally.com/Just to give the concours tribe a special nightmare, herewithIt cannot be unseen , neither can this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hughesy Posted 3April, 2016 Report Share Posted 3April, 2016 love that thread trev soooo cool Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomo Posted 6April, 2016 Report Share Posted 6April, 2016 Luftgekühlt #LUFTAUTO 1985 Porsche Carrera RM SOTHEBY’S SELLING #LUFTAUTO THIS WEEKEND AT LUFTGEKÜHLT4/5/20169:33 ESTFILED TO: FOR SALEBY: BRADLEY BROWNELLCOMMENTThis Sunday, the 10th of April, the folks in charge of Luftgekühlt will be running their third annual show at Modernica in Los Angeles, and this Safari 911 is scheduled to be something of the centerpiece if you will. Built in conjunction with what amounts to the entire Porsche building community, the car will be auctioned off at the show this weekend to benefit "Autumn Leaves Project", which is a charity dedicated to funding pancreatic cancer research. for this car was initialized between Pat Long and Howie Idelson (the co-founders of Luftgekühlt) and intended to bring some of the "Safari" style to the west coast. The car started out at Emotion Engineering, where Joey Seely laid the groundwork by stripping down the 1985 Carrera to its base elements and building it back up with mechanical upgrades and suspension work. From there, the 911 headed up to Emory Motorsports where Rod Emory handled the design, fab work, and installation of the rally-style bits. Rod has had a couple rally-ized 911s in his day, so this was something of a homecoming for him. From there, Benton Performance and John Benton handled wiring and electrics, Carby Tuckwell of Deus Ex Machina handled some custom details, and Pelican Parts provided some DIY expertise, as well as a smattering of parts needed for the build. Tom Ridings managed transportation of the 911, and Jeff Zwart helped develop and shake down the car, because who else would know what makes a good off-road 911?Additional parts for the build were supplied by KW Suspension, Pirelli, BRAIDusa, Recaro, ERP Suspension, WEVO, Rothsport, Tarett Engineering and Rennline. I don't know about you, but those BRAID wheels look pretty awesome on this beast.If you want to bid, you've got to pre-register with RM's LA office by contacting vperry@rmsothebys.com or calling 1-310-559-4575.Here's the list of specifications for the Safari 911, and what you need to know before you bid:BASE CAR1985 911 Carrera CoupeProduction Completion Date: 11/12/1984Engine Number/Type: 64F00572 (M930/21)Transmission Number/Type: 74F00252 (G915/68)Exterior Paint Color/Code: Grand Prix White/P5Mileage 79,000ENGINE/TRANSMISSION3.2L numbers-matching motorRecent major engine service as part of build, including all gaskets and seals, valve adjustment, all filters and fluid, new wires, plugs, cap and rotor, coil, starter motor, ignition switch, sensors and relays, cleaned and balanced injectorsSachs clutchSSi headers and sport exhaustStock transmission with Guard Transmission limited-slip differentialWEVO engine and transmission mountsWEVO precision shift jointRebuilt axlesRennline Engine Mount Cross BarRennline alternator strapClewett ignition wiresSUSPENSIONKW Suspension custom-designed and hand-built long-travel dampersERP Suspension control arms, subframes, tie rods, spring plates and monoballsTarrett Engineering suspension componentsEXTERIORCustom lights and grilles by Emory MotorsportsCustom, powder coated front and rear bumpers, designed by Emory Motorsports and fabricated by Brian Coats MotorsportsCustom front and rear skid plates by Emory MotorsportsAuto Foreign Services roof rackDucktail and mirrors by Getty DesignINTERIORCustom roll bar, fabricated by Brian Coats MotorsportsRecaro lightweight sport bucketsRS door panelsSchroth Rallye 4 beltsRennline floorboardsWEVO shift lever, gate and coupler, powder-coatedCNC-milled custom American Walnut / Hard Rock Maple shift knob, by ModernicaCNC-milled custom Walnut veneer sub-floors, by ModernicaOMP Rally steering wheelWHEELS, TIRES, BRAKES AND FITMENTSBRAID Winrace competition monoblock wheels – 15”Pirelli P-Zero Rally 195/70-15PMB restored calipers with slotted rotorsPorterfield brake padsRennline strut tower braceGoodridge brake linesCustom-designed hydraulic handbrake by Emotion Engineering and Emory Motorsport Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott930 Posted 6April, 2016 Report Share Posted 6April, 2016 Cairns built one for a client of theirs a few years ago that is pretty cool.. http://ccmps.com.au/cairns-at-motorclassica-melbourne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OBRUT Posted 6April, 2016 Report Share Posted 6April, 2016 For reasons I can't quite explain, I'd like to do a safari build with a cabriolet - it would be like a posh beach buggy... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airhead Posted 6April, 2016 Report Share Posted 6April, 2016 For reasons I can't quite explain, I'd like to do a safari build with a cabriolet - it would be like a posh beach buggy...That'd be just silly. But gee. I want to see it when its finished! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OBRUT Posted 6April, 2016 Report Share Posted 6April, 2016 This hobby needs some more silly, a lot more. As the values have risen, its gotten far too serious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clutch-monkey Posted 7April, 2016 Report Share Posted 7April, 2016 For reasons I can't quite explain, I'd like to do a safari build with a cabriolet - it would be like a posh beach buggy...you are not alone.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OBRUT Posted 7April, 2016 Report Share Posted 7April, 2016 Yep, the Thomas crown affair mustang is a definite source of inspiration. Just need to find a cab seller with reasonable expectations... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrevMcRev Posted 7April, 2016 Author Report Share Posted 7April, 2016 Leh Keen has just built a couple of these too. The interior in the white one is awesome! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike-S Posted 7April, 2016 Report Share Posted 7April, 2016 That tartan interior is just awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrevMcRev Posted 8April, 2016 Author Report Share Posted 8April, 2016 That tartan interior is just awesome.Aye! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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