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The latest in the Great Cars series and the first book on a car with a sometimes bizarre history
The TWR-Porsche WSC95 is a most unusual racing Porsche that no one really intended to build. Its creation resulted from an impromptu brainstorming session between an expatriate German and a Briton in a bar in America. When they judged that they had a solid idea, they involved a Scotsman and a Swiss, and the rest soon became history: the TWR-Porsche WSC95 only did five races in three years but won three times, including twice at the Le Mans 24 Hours.
This book is the first about this car and outlines in unprecedented detail its sometimes bizarre career. The author has had access to all relevant documentation in Porsche’s corporate archives in Stuttgart and has spoken to most of the key actors: Porsche Motorsport’s Norbert Singer, Max Welti and Helmut Schmid; Porsche Motorsport North America’s Alwin Springer; Tom Walkinshaw Racing’s Tony Dowe; Joest Racing’s Ralf Jüttner; IMSA’s Mark Raffauf and drivers Mario Andretti, Stefan Johansson and Didier Theys.
Friends meet in a bar: in sportscar racing in the early 1990s, Jaguar had the best chassis and Porsche the best engine, but neither had both to meet new prototype regulations for 1994 and beyond.
Genesis: discussions between TWR Inc. and Porsche Motorsport North America, and later within Porsche in Germany, before the green light was given to build a Porsche-engined Jaguar. Or a Jaguar-chassised Porsche. Design and build took place in record time and is described in great detail with never-before-seen documents and photos from private collections, as well as sketches, CAD drawings and wind-tunnel models.
Politics: All looked good before the planned race début of two TWR-Porsche WSC95s in the 1995 Daytona 24 Hours, but Porsche was forced to abandon the programme when the IMSA changed the rules a few weeks beforehand. The cars were put in storage.
1996, one year on: Reinhold Joest asked Porsche if he could run the two cars at Le Mans in 1996 if his team undertook further development. Porsche agreed, Norbert Singer became involved and the cars were fine-tuned to French needs. Driven by Davy Jones, Manuel Reuter and Alex Wurz, WSC 001 promptly won les 24 Heures and beat the new works Porsche 911 GT1s in the process. Joest got to keep the winning car.
1997: with nothing else on the horizon, Joest Racing again entered Le Mans with chassis WSC 001. There’s an unwritten rule at Le Mans that one-car teams can never win but Joest defied this after the works 911 GT1s broke down late in the race. This was only the third time that the same chassis had won Le Mans twice. A legend emerges: in that 1997 race, Tom Kristensen made his Le Mans début as a winner with the Joest team, sharing with Michele Alboreto and Stefan Johansson.
That same year the International Sports Racing Series was created, trying to revive sportscar racing in Europe five years after the collapse of the Sportscar World Championship. The double Le Mans-winning Joest TWR-Porsche WSC95 was entered for the inaugural race at Donington Park – and won again.
1998, Porsche’s 50th anniversary year: both TWR-Porsche WSC95s were converted to Porsche LMP1/98s, using the powertrain of the new 911 GT1-98 and sporting considerably revised aerodynamics. Entered under the works Porsche AG banner, Le Mans brought disappointment but some reverse-engineering to the old powertrain secured second place in the very first Petit Le Mans at Road Atlanta.
The book includes the day-to-day history of chassis WSC 001, outlined in exhaustive technical detail, recording every test and every race with all available data, from gear ratios and fuel consumption figures to strategies and pitstop times.
Artwork: exclusively commissioned artwork depicts chassis WSC 001 as it evolved between late 1994 and mid-1998.
Exclusive photography: TWR-Porsche WSC95 chassis WSC 001 is the subject of a multi-page photoshoot by one of the world’s finest automotive photographers.
Team history: the story of Joest Racing, the most successful team in the history of Le Mans, from its humble beginnings in the 1960s to the powerhouse it became in the 21st century.
The people: detailed biographies of all six Le Mans-winning drivers: Davy Jones, Manuel Reuter, Alex Wurz, Michele Alboreto, Stefan Johansson and Tom Kristensen.
Specifications:
- Publication date: 12 September 2023
- Jacketed hardback
- Pages: 320
- Dimensions: 285 x 235mm (portrait)
- Images: over 350
- ISBN: 978-1-907085-53-6
- Author: Serge Vanbockryck
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The large V8 engine kit:
Rebuild the legendary V8 engine and experience what was behind the technology!
V8 engines are unique: Their power, sound and the vehicles that drive them are legendary. Explore what was under the hood of many sports cars! Build a fully functional model of an eight-cylinder engine in just four hours to experience the fun of technology. The complete package contains over 250 components and a richly illustrated manual. The motor model is detailed and transparent, so you can learn how the V8 motor moves and works. With the integrated sound module you can experience the powerful sound of a V8 motor in action.
The manual
The extensive manual offers you a good mix of entertainment and knowledge. The engine technology is explained in detail on the basis of many examples Special features
Of the V8 engine. In addition, the book offers you the highest entertainment value, including with
The history of the legendary AC Cobra, the V8 motor in racing up to the most famous car models with V8 engines. With the detailed step-by-step instructions you can build the powerful V8 engine for your workshop or your living room. Show that an engineer is inside you and get started.
The kit
The kit contains over 250 components, an electric drive motor and all the tools you need for the assembly. Very simple, everything works without sticking and soldering! The transparent housing lets you recognize and understand all the processes in your eight-cylinder engine: The pistons raise and lower, and even the spark is simulated. Experience the original V8 sound in action with the sound module.
Highlights & Details
• Fully functional model of an eight-cylinder engine
• More than 250 components
• Transparent motor housing
• 70-pages manual
Delivery
• components;
• User manual.
Comments
• Batteries not included.
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In the early 1960er, production of the first generation of the Ford Mustang began. Since then, the "Pony Car" has been considered the epitome of American sports cars. Its V8 engine is almost inextricably linked to the history of the Mustang. This detailed kit in the scale 1:3 gives car fans a fascinating insight into the function and technology of this engine.
With this kit you get to know the construction and function of the motor from a completely new angle. A motor model of the type 289 K-code-V8 from 1965 is made up of around 200 plastic parts. During assembly, no gluing is necessary, as all parts can be screwed or inserted.
In around three hours, the individual parts are assembled into a detailed model with moving cylinders, crankshaft and pistons. LEDs simulate the ignition sparks in the cylinders. The transparent engine block gives you a view of this fascinating interplay. An integrated sound module with original motor sound makes the model come alive at the push of a button
The Ford Mustang conquered the streets of America in the early 1960er. The legendary car with the racing horse on the radiator grillee is still the American Dream among the cars. The V8 engine is an integral part of the history of Mustang.
The first generation of the Ford Mustang was equipped with the K-code V8, the most powerful engine for this series at the time. Technology and design are characterized by their simplicity and reliability, which contributed significantly to the success of the Mustang.
The Franzis model in the scale 1:3 brings this motor classic to your home and lets you experience this impressive piece of technology history in a vivid way.
Highlights & Details:
• True-to-original function model of the type 289 K-code-V8 from 1965
• Integrated sound module with original motor sound
• Official Ford license product
Facts
• Approx. 200 parts for plugging and screwing, no gluing necessary
• High-quality accompanying book with illustrated assembly instructions
• Crankshaft, piston and cylinder work as with the large prototype
• Original motor sound thanks to integrated sound module
• LEDs simulate ignition sparks
• Transparent casing for a fascinating view into the interior
• Pedestal with labeled label for setting up
Delivery
• components;
• Companion book
Comments
• Not suitable for children under 14 years!
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Fascinating kit with switchable 5-speed transmission:
The transparent functional model as a kit is an absolute highlight for all technology and motorcycle fans. With the approx. 200 plastic components you can attach and screw together your own motorcycle boxer engine within about three to four hours. No gluing is necessary – a pleasant modeling experience is guaranteed!
The functional model is movable: So the crankshaft, cylinder and piston work in a realistic interaction as with the large prototype. The ignition sparks in the cylinders are simulated by LEDs. Thanks to the transparent design, you can first understand the structure, the function and the mechanics of the two-cylinder motor in the scale 1:2 during assembly, then from the outside during movement. The highlight is the detailed and switchable 5-speed transmission.
In addition, a sound module with a sound recording of the original motor is integrated in the functional model. At the push of a button, you can bring the detailed replica of the motorcycle boxer engine to life. If you love motorcycles, you will love this kit!
The 1970er radial engine cones
The BMW R 90 S is one of the most fascinating motorcycles on our roads. It came to the market in 1973 and inspired the motorcycle fans from the very beginning. It was one of the fastest serial motorcycles of its time and the top model of the famous "Stroke Six" series from the Bavarian motorcycling forge.
A special feature of the series was the transmission – for the first time BMW equipped its motorcycles with a 5-speed transmission. The top model R 90 S convinced its drivers mainly by its sporty character. Numerous important racing victories testify to the well thought-out and powerful concept of the motorcycle and its boxer engine.
The Franzis kit brings the famous two-cylinder boxer engine of the R 90 S as transparent functional model in the scale 1:2 on your desk. Assemble and screw the model together and experience the detailed interaction of the 5-speed transmission with the engine.
Motorcycle technology for understanding
For all technology and motorcycle fans, the kit is an absolute highlight. First build your own model step by step and then experience the operation of the individual components. The built-in motor model is also an eye-catcher thanks to its elegant design! Show that you have an engineer!
• Original motor sound thanks to integrated sound module
• transparent casing for a fascinating view into the interior
• Crankshaft, piston, cylinder, switchable 5-speed transmission … everything moves
• Ignition sparks are simulated with LEDs
• with platform for setting up
• Model dimensions: Approx. 160 mm width x 355 mm height x 465 mm depth
The ideal gift for all BMW fans
The engine of the BMW R 90 S is a flagship of German engineering. The BMW top-of-the-range model drove it to top performance in an elegant and powerful manner. Experience the fascination of motor technology and give yourself or your loved ones. Thanks to the transparent design, you can understand the function of the legendary unit!
High-quality accompanying book
The kit contains a high-quality, two-piece accompanying book with 120 large-format pages, which was created exclusively for the function model. On the first 60 pages you will find exciting background information on BMW motorcycle history, the boxer engine and the BMW R 90 S.
Thanks to numerous illustrations and graphics, you get an even more intensive insight into the development and success story of the legendary bike.
Companion Book Topics:
• BMW motorcycle and the boxer engine
• the boxer engine as a universal genius
• BMW series /5, /6 and /7
• the BMW R 90 S – the first BMW Superbike
• the BMW R 90 S in racing
• the BMW Motorcycle-Boxer engine today
In the second part of the accompanying book you will learn on 60 pages how to build the kit. Step by step, the detailed and continuously illustrated instructions guide you through the structure of the model in a comprehensible way.
The approximately 200 parts can be built in around three to four hours to form a functional boxer engine for your desk.
This text is machine translated.
Highlights & Details
• True-to-original, transparent functional model in 1:2 scale
• 200-part kit: Just plug and screw – assemble without • adhesive
• Original motor sound thanks to integrated sound module
• Official BMW license product
Facts
• The companion book is bilingual German-English.
• The BMW logo and the BMW wordmark are trademarks of BMW AG and are used under license.
• Engine model designed and developed by John Anson.
• Model dimensions: Approx. 160 mm width x 355 mm height x 465 mm depth
Delivery:
• components;
• Manual
Comments
• Also required: 3 x 1.5 V batteries (type AA)
• Not suitable for children under 14 years!
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The model was produced in the usual Franzis high-quality and reflects back the original as possible.
Get a transparent functional model of a 4-cylinder boxer engine of the legendary pretzel beetle from 1949-1953, which still enchants countless fans worldwide. Technical fun for you and your whole family! With this package you can build a transparent functional model (scale 1: 4) of the legendary Beetle engine out of 200 parts in about 3 hours. All parts move like the big prototype: crankshaft, pistons, valves. With sound module. The components can be easily plugged and screwed together - without any glue.
• 200 piece kit
• Transparent function model
• Scale: 1: 4
• Original engine sound
• Incl. detailed step-by-step building instructions and manual with interesting facts about the history of the classic VW Beetle
• Additionally required and not included in delivery: 3 x 1.5V batteries (AA)
• Motor size: 22 x 20 x 17 cm
• Packing size: 42 x 30 x 11 cm
• Age: 14+
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The model was produced in the usual Franzis high-quality and reflects back the original as possible.
Improved model:
• Parts in new color, many of them in metallic look
• High-quality loudspeaker for powerful boxer sound
• New, extended manual
• Sound module now with Audio output
Build your own classic air-cooled Porsche 911 engine model!
Scale 1: 4
290-part kit - transparent functional model - crankshaft, pistons, valves ... everything moves - richly illustrated manual
The Porsche boxer engine is unique and the vehicles it drives are legendary. With this package, you can build a transparent functional model of the 2-liter, 6-cylinder boxer engine from 1966 in around three hours. Experience the finest technology fascination with your family!
The kit:
With over 290 parts, you build a detailed, transparent engine model in which all the parts move, just like the real thing.
The components can be easily put together and screwed - without any glue.
The manual:
The comprehensive accompanying book offers plenty of entertainment and knowledge about Porsche and the 911. Technical relationships become clear and the development history of a legendary engine concept becomes tangible. Show that you're an engineer and get started!
With the detailed step-by-step instructions, you can build your Porsche 6-cylinder boxer engine for your workshop, your desk or your living room.
- 290 piece kit
- fully functional model
- simulated ignition spark
- richly illustrated manual
- 1: 4 scale
- with original Porsche sound
Additionally required: 3x 1,5 V batteries (AA)
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Vintage tractors have many fans! With the new
Advent calendar experience friends of historical Commercial vehicles an exclusive Advent pleasure.
In 24 steps will be around an eight-part model version of the legendary Porsche Master 419 of 1962 one fascinating little adventure world plugged and screwed.
A large-format companion book leads through the history of Porsche diesel tugs and the structure of the model.
■ Dimensions: 33 x 28.5 x 4 cm
■ Manual: 52 pages (DE / EN)
■ Content: model car in the scale 1:43, (eight-part, size approx. 8 x 4 x 4 cm (L, B, H), plastic base with original engine sound, background panels, 2D figures, decoration material
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The Advent calendar bestseller returns in 2020 in a new presentation, with new content and a Baliblauen Porsche 911 model car back.
In 24 steps becomes one entire Porsche adventure world including model car built. The 56-page manual from the pen of the automotive luminary Jürgen Lewandowski leads through history of the Porsche 911 and the construction of the model.
■ Dimensions: 33 x 28.5 x 4 cm
■ Manual: 56 pages (DE / EN)
■ Content: Model car in 1:43 scale (six-part), plastic base with Sound module, background panels, 2D figures, decoration material
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4 cylinder boxer model of the type 547. Engine kit with book, 112 pages.
Model scale 1:3
Classic Carrera engine!
The racing unit type 547 of the Porsche brand is still regarded as unique in the racing world today. The technical masterpiece was one of the reasons for the numerous Porsche race victories in legendary vehicles such as the 356 and the 550 Spyder. Experience the engine masterpiece Type 547 with this package and build a transparent functional model of the 4-cylinder boxer engine in about five hours. The kit
With over 300 parts you build a detailed transparent engine model in the scale 1: 3, in which all parts move like the big prototype. The components can be simply put together and screwed together - completely without glue.
The manual:
The high-quality book offers comprehensive knowledge of Porsche, the beginnings of racing at the sports car manufacturer from Zuffenhausen and the Porsche engine type 547.
Understand the technical context and get to know the evolution of this legend of motorsport. Show that an engineer is in you and get started! With the detailed step-by-step instructions you build your own Porsche 4-cylinder boxer engine.
Warning: ATTENTION! Not suitable for children under 6 years. Danger of suffocation due to small parts that can be swallowed.
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