1959 Porsche 718 RSK still available ex Gooding's London Auction

1959 Porsche 718 RSK still available ex Gooding's London Auction

1959 PORSCHE 718 RSK
Coachwork by Wendler

Asking Price $4,500,000
Chassis 718-024


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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