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Porsche Typ 12 mock-up built by Zündapp ca. 1931
« on: September 30, 2010, 07:37:46 AM »
Who can tell me some facts about this vehicle?
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Re: grob: still testing
« Reply #1 on: October 05, 2010, 08:59:46 AM »
Time to be promoted.

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Re: grob: still testing
« Reply #2 on: October 05, 2010, 10:19:00 PM »
This is one of three rear-engined Porsche Typ 12 prototypes built by Zundapp in 1931-1932. This particular one is a cabriolet, while the other two were fastback two-doors. The Typ 12 is now considered to be the first ancestor of the VW Beetle.

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Re: grob: still testing
« Reply #3 on: October 06, 2010, 03:19:49 AM »
Perfect answer Tonyola!

I´ve changed the initial puzzle pic, so now you can see Prof. Porsche´s face.

This car must have been a very early mock-up, as it does not stand on its wheels, but on massive blocks.
Contrary to the more streamlined coupés that came later, this one is a convertible with open rear wheelcases and more conventional bodywork.

Any further pictorial footage is welcome! ;)
« Last Edit: October 06, 2010, 04:27:42 AM by grobmotorix »