2022 |
Amelia Island Auction 20221959 Porsche 718 RSK
Coachwork by Wendler
SOLD $2,975,000
Estimate
$2,500,000 - $3,500,000
Chassis
718-018
Engine
90209
Car Highlights
One of Just 34 Examples Built
Campaigned Successfully by Privateer Racer Emil Pardee from 1959 to 1961
10 1st in Class Finishes with Three Overall Wins from 14 Starts
Offered from Single Family Ownership of over 50 Years
Total Ground-Up Restoration Performed by Porsche Four-Cam Expert Ray Morgan
Accompanied by Receipts and Restoration Photographs, RSK Owner’s Manual, and Copy of Porsche Kardex
Technical Specs
1,587 CC DOHC Flat 4-Cylinder Engine
Twin Weber 48 IDA Carburetors
160 BHP at 7,800 RPM
5-Speed Manual Transaxle
4-Wheel Drum Brakes
Front Independent Trailing-Arm Suspension with Coil-Over Shock Absorbers
Rear Independent Double-Wishbone Suspension with Coil-Over Shock Absorbers