RÃœNGE "RS" Aluminum Porsche Special

Condition:	Used
Make:	Porsche
Model:	RUNGE SPYDER
SubModel:	ALUMINUM
Type:	SPYDER
Trim:	RS
Year:	1955
Mileage:	11
VIN:	FF006RS1
Color:	ALUMINUM
Cylinders:	4
Transmission:	Manual
Drive type:	RWD
Interior color:	BROWN
Vehicle Title:	Clear
Item location:	Alexandria, Minnesota, United States

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Description of 1955 Porsche RUNGE SPYDER RS

RÃœNGE KAROSSERIE is proud to introduce the Runge "RS" Porsche powered Special. The "RS" is the latest handcrafted sports car from the Minnesota toolroom of automotive artist, Chris Runge. The design process begins with an era in mind. The RS is Runge's interpretation of a late 50's racing Spyder. Influences from Italian, British and German functionality and aesthetics are combined to form this work of art. The car is newly built yet captures the glory days of European sports cars both in mechanical and artistic form.
Please Note: This listing is for a commissioned build. Build timeframes start at 12 months for base models. Pricing varies depending on build. Base models start just under $100,000USD. The RS as shown runs $199,000USD

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Unlike other aluminum shells you may see advertised, RÃœNGE KAROSSERIE relentlessly pursues quality in both aesthetic and mechanical engineering to produce a fantastic driving, reliable and safe car that will appreciate in value for years to come. RÃœNGE builds strike a balance of historical relevance with modern performance all wrapped up in an exciting package.

The RS features the Runge mild steel ladder frame chassis with integrated roll hoops. It utilizes a mid engine transaxle and engine placement. Suspension features a front torsion beam with height adjustable torsion and dampening adjustable shocks. The rear suspension also has dampening adjustable shocks with 4 points of height adjustment. The Swing axle setup utilizes custom built Runge Spring Plates with Runge Align lock system for precise alignment and rear suspension settings.
The 4 Speed custom built transaxle is shifted via Runge designed shift linkage and gear selector. Transaxle features:- 4 spider super diff- hd aluminum side cover- tig welded 3rd and 4th gear hubs- harden steel key ways- steel shift forks- hd cross shaft
3.80 1st/2.06 2nd/1.21 3rd/.89 4th/ 3.44 ring and pinion
The Engine is a James Cox built Porsche 356 Race prepped hi-compression engine producing 120HP. Cooling is worked into the louver and intake duct system providing airflow over the Oberg Filter, External oil cooler and deep sump system. The RS Weighs in at 1200LBS making power to weight ratio excellent.

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Braking is provided via Porsche 356B Aluminum Drums that have been modified with venting for cooling by Runge. The wheels are one-off aluminum made in Germany. The RS has dual fuel tanks that are switch operated via a diverter valve. The Main 13 Gallon Tank features a 100MM Fuel filler with the 7 Gallon "Qualifier Tank" having a vintage Naval Flip cap filler.
The RS has dual storage compartments both front and rear providing adequate storage for longer drives and ralley events. The body is hand formed 3003 .060" aluminum which has been Gas and TIG welded with a hand rubbed final polish. Louvers are hand formed and entirely functional to the cars mechanical systems. The interior features Runge Handmade leather trimmed seats with adjustable drivers side. The dash pad is leather wrapped. The entire cockpit can be transformed to a single seat competition setup with singleman windscreen via Tonneau Cover.
Every RÃœNGE KAROSSERIE build is one-off and made to order. For more information on commissioning your dream car visit RungeCars.com
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