Porsche VW 550 356 Outlaw Glockler Handbuilt Aluminum "Frankfurt Flyer"

For your consideration is the opportunity to Commision the purchase of my aluminum bodied "coachbuilt" racer known as the "Frankfurt Flyer" in Spyder and also. now in Coupe' configuration. The Coupe roof is removable and can be transformed into a Targa  or an open top Spyder with lowcut "Competition" windscreen. My designs are inspired by the post WWII "Aircraft Racers" of Germany. like the early Hanomag. VW and Porsche Glockler Handbuilt competition race cars. During this time (1948-1954) after the war. German speed enthusiasts were taking scrap aircraft and VW parts left over from the war. modifying them and building their own hand built racers. In my opinion some of the most unique and beautiful sports purpose cars came from passionate. everyday guys with a love for speed. Many of the homebuilt or "eigenbau" cars gave manufacturers like Porsche a good challenge on the circuits.  



I build my cars in fashion with this era of motoring history. hammering out sheet aluminum over tree stumps and shot bags. followed by wheeling to finish.





 

This auction is for the commissioned build of car 3/5 of the "Frankfurt Flyer" in Spyder design.   I personally designed and build the car entirely by hand in my barn in Minnesota. My cars are built specifically around the driver and his/her driving style. height/weight and personal preferences. The price of this auction includes:
2 Seat Spyder (open top) body designHand hammered aluminum body skin . 050" Sheet ALUSwing open driver and passenger doors
Steel ladder frame chassis with Mid engine Layout4 Speed VW Gearbox w/heavy duty hydraulic clutch
Zero Roll Rear Suspension
Freshly Rebuilt Porsche 912 Engine (build specs available)VW Front Beam with Formula Vee type Racing Struts (Options available at buyers request)Volkswagen Drum Brakes (Porsche 356 Drums and VW Disc upgrades available)Porsche 356 TachometerPorsche 356 SpeedometerBosch H4 Headlights with Fluted 356 style lensesPorsche 356 "Beehive" Type TaillightsBosch HornVW 15" Slotted Wheels (1966 type)Vredestein Classic Tires - H Rated (Buyer can specify his/her own tires if desired)
Aluminum Fuel CellSilver Painted Body with Clear CoatLateral Racing Stripe Hand painted
Racing Numbers (Your choice) Hand painted5 Point Safety HarnessRemovable Roll Hoop

Options Available

Coupe Option: Includes Entire Rear Shell with Coupe roofline. coupe roof with Gullwing style hatch opening for driver and passenger. Custom Coupe windscreen. (This allows owner to transform the Spyder to Coupe configuration in under an hours time with basic wrenches) Add : $16. 00Porsche 356 Wheel Option (Inquire for pricing)Porsche 356 Drum Brake Option (Inquire for pricing)VW Wide 5 Disc Brake Option (Inquire for pricing)
5 Speed Gearbox ($2500)




The "23" car (chassis #001) has had publicity in 9 Magazine. RS Magazine. Hoonivers Car of the Year Nominee. MegaDeluxe. Featured on Bring A Trailer. MSN Cars. AutoWeek Magazine and many more. If you're into the late 40's and early 50's racers this car is the ticket. You'll never see another car like yours and this work of art is just as fascinating sitting still as it is climbing inside and hearing the engine roar. The cars are a blast on the track as well. The car is delivered titled as 1950 Glockler "Sport Racer". Being that the running gear is comprised of early VW and Porsche parts. Frankfurt Flyer Chassis #001 (23 car) has been invited to several historic events both in the US and abroad as well as a recent invite to a significant P-car event in Monterey this coming June.




Please only serious inquiries. Build time for a basic package starts at 7 months. I am booking my summer/fall build projects now so estimated delivery is set for Fall of 2014.   I also offer custom buck building and coachwork for other automobiles or one-off projects as well. (Including Helmet Fairings. Tonneau covers or Hoods for your 550 Replica. ) I will assist in design. buck building and  coachwork and panel shaping.


































Chassis FF#002 shown here being built in 2 seat configuration.

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