AlloyCars Alloycars Aluminum Spyder AlloyCars Inc. 756 NW 27 th Ave. Fort Lauderdale FL 33311 www.alloycars.com info@alloycars.com
Who is AlloyCars Inc.? Since 1996 AlloyCars coachbuilders of Fort Lauderdale FL are known for re-creations of historic race cars. The team has combined the master craftsmanship of German handmade aluminum body construction and high-tech CAD re-engineering of historic race icons. The results are stunning reconstructions of legendary automobiles like the Porsche 550 Spyder. AlloyCars has taken the initiative to re-create the 550 Spyder using exact 3D scan data of an original car as well as over 800 blueprints/sketches, drawings and hundreds of photos taken from each component of the original dismantled car. Reviving Craftsmanship Each of those components was re-cast and re-created as a mirror image of the original. These intricate components (most hidden under the body) make it impossible for even seasoned Porsche experts to tell it apart from an original 550. AlloyCars is the only firm dedicated to re-create this car in every little detail.
Development The development of the Spyder project has simple roots. We started by producing a polished aluminum version of a popular replica on the market at the time. It was a shot in the dark because we knew even then that this was not our ideal long term business goal. Shortly after the presentation of the first car, we found ourselves in possession of original blueprint documents and soon after that a digitized scan of car number 90. After a 3D digitizing process of all parts we had everything necessary to produce the ideal/perfect re-creation of the iconic Porsche Spyder 550. After approximately four months of tedious, labor intensive, manual corrections to the scan data it was ready to be converted to a language that a modern CNC mill could read. In a period of four months over 30 molds/bucks were cut and readied to begin production. JUST IMAGINE. BUILDING A COMPLETE VINTAGE CAR FROM SCRATCH!
At about the same time the chassis paper blueprints were translated into solid works language which yielded a jig that would later produce an exact High Rail Spyder chassis. Six months after the initial pieces were shaped over the buck, we had enough sections to start assembling/welding the one unit body. Once the major sections of the body were grafted together, they were aligned on a jig to ensure symmetry and attached to the chassis which was now waiting on a rotisserie. After we had something that simulated a car, we began producing the small bits that completed the car. All of the first parts were one offs interpreted from the blueprints and made by hand to fit. Every piece was fitted, verified and digitized for easy re-production. The process above has an estimated time investment of over 8,000 man hours.
AlloyCars Spyder Constructed with a curvaceous aluminum body wrapped around a tubular steel ladder chassis that has a 1.5-liter aircooled flat four mid-engine, the original Spyder weighed 550 kilograms (1,213 pounds). With its 135hp engine in such a lightweight, superb handling machine, the Spyder beat every other vehicle within its own class and could run with much higher-powered (but heavier) machines. Only a limited quantity of 4-5 units/year will be available for those customers who understand exclusivity and timing. Our cars are built to exact specifications as in 1955. The 550 Spyder is considered one of the most desirable and legendary sports racing cars of all time Body/Chassis Kit: Roller: Original style chassis surrounded with a superb aluminum body. Door, rear clam and hood are mounted and aligned. Simply bolt on your Porsche 356 parts. This kit is also available for VW components. Basic kit plus pre-installed suspension, transmission, steering and brake system. For more information please take a look at the Roller section. We can build your car to any custom stage, from a basic kit up to a fully built turnkey Spyder The Alloycars Spyder has an exact reconstructed chassis and aluminum body. This car can be assembled with authentic reproduction- and genuine Porsche parts including a 1950's period Porsche 356 engine, suspension, drum brakes and steering assembly. The Porsche 4-cam engine and other engine options are possible. Turnkey Car: A completely built Spyder. Ready to start, having fun on the street or at the race track. It feels you are driving an aluminum bikini. By FOX NEWS
Body / Chassis Kit: The body/chassis kit is a professional start for an original style Spyder. It is a semi complete body/chassis configuration where you can decide how far you want to go to achieve an original car. At the option list you can select from additional features. This basic body/chassis kit comes with all mentioned parts below, already installed, welded and aligned with the chassis. Aluminum front section: Complete front outer shell. Headlight buckets. Two front fender. Front grill. Basic fuel tank panel area. Flat floor panel section without oil cooler duct. Gauge panel with cut outs. Doors with frames mounted and aligned with main body. Original style hood area. Hood with original style inner frame. Reinforcement ring in passenger area. Two longitudinal side panels. Original style firewall behind the seats. Foot area firewall. Two cut outs for air ducts. Aluminum rear section: Complete rear outer clam shell. Two rear fender mounted on rear clam shell. Cheese panel. Reinforcement panel Arc. Lower splash panels. Chassis and parts: Complete TIG-welded chassis including high rail upgrade. For original Porsche, VW, and recreated AlloyCars parts. Complete powder coated chassis for rust prevention. Hood locking latches are already installed. Installed steel hinges on doors, hood and rear clam shell. Seats and axles are not included in the basic kit.
Roller kit (Porsche356 or VW configuration) The definition Roller could be understood in many ways. Let us help you to understand the meaning about our Roller kit. The Roller Kit includes everything from the Body/Chassis Kit plus installed suspension, steering and brake system. The brake system is pre-installed but not connected as, by Florida Law, we as a kit car builder are not allowed to install it, unless we are contracting a third party to do this for you. Wheels are also not included in this kit but can be ordered separately. For those Do it yourself mechanics we are offering those parts ready to install in a box. We will give you the respective discount. This is one way for you to economize and we can spend this time to go ahead with other projects. Here a list with all included options: Suspension: Front upper and lower trailing arms. All necessary, washers, bolts, nuts, bearings and spacers. Kingpin spindles. KONI shock absorber modified to original specifications. Sway bar and linkages. Front and special graded rear torsion bars. All rubber bushings. Torsion bar caps. Overhauled SPLITCASE transmission with axles. Torsion bar housing for height adjustment. Brake system: Front and rear brakes. Drums=356, Discs=VW. Backing plates and brake pads. All brake lines installed but not connected. Brake splitter. Brake and clutch cylinder installed. Steering system: Steering shaft and housing. Steering and tie rods. Steering box and coupler. Rubber bushings
Turnkey Spyder ready to go. For the Spyder enthusiasts who don t want to put his hands in assembly and mechanics we offering our Turnkey Spyder. All main accessories are installed. Just add gasoline and go for one of the amazing rides. We can install either Porsche 356 or VW components/engines. Other engine options are available like an original Porsche 4-cam engine. In addition you can choose from other accessories to get your car even closer to the original 550 Spyder. Most of them are hidden somewhere in the car. For a real Spyder enthusiast it s a must, so we are offering those accessories. What you get: A completely build aluminum Spyder. Identical Spyder upholstery. Car is fully painted. Complete installed light system. Complete suspension including 15 wheels. Complete brake system. Fully assembled steering system. Working lock prop set and latches. Door locking mechanism and handles. Complete working electrical system. Installed engine and transmission. Exhaust system. Wind shield and basic chrome accessories.
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OPTIONS: Either you have a Basic Kit, Roller or Turnkey version you can choose from additional options. Some have to be ordered together with the kit, others can be ordered during the building process or even after delivery. Depend on the kit we can install any additional option. At the attached Price/Option sheet you can see what is included in each version. Spare tire bracket incl. leather straps. Pedal set Shifter box Exhaust system Authentic fuel tank area Rear inner fender Oil cooler section incl. flap mechanism. Authentic seat brackets Engine belly pan Leather latches Lock Prop Set Driver & Passenger aluminum seats
Chrome lock plate Fuel tank strap incl. insulator Gauge panel cover Jack Fuse box Emergency Brake With & without holes V-Bracket Oil Can Bracket Accelerator Linkage Stainless Steel Fuel Tank Dirt Brushes Price and option list at the attached PDF file