Lot 137

1959 Porsche 718 RSK

Coachwork by Wendler

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Chassis

718-024

Car Highlights

One of Only 34 RSKs Built; Among the Finest Porsche Spyders Extant

Sold New to Famed American Racing Driver and Le Mans Winner Ed Hugus

Raced in 1959 at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in Distinctive “Lucybelle III” Livery

Campaigned in SCCA and USAC Events and the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb from 1960–1963

Exceptional Award-Winning Restoration Performed by the Renowned Rare Drive Inc.

A Significant Opportunity for the Most Discerning Collectors

Technical Specs

1,498 CC Type 547/3 DOHC Air-Cooled Flat 4-Cylinder Engine

Twin Weber 46 IDA3 Carburetors

160 BHP at 7,800 RPM

5-Speed Manual Transaxle

4-Wheel Finned Alloy Drum Brakes

Front Independent Trailing-Arm Suspension with Coil-Over Shock Absorbers

Rear Independent Double-Wishbone Suspension with Coil-Overs

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