This is the second and revised edition in which a chapter has been devoted to the 916. But of the total production of 117 rhd 73 rs cars made, only three were painted black. Grap and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. The first edition of the carrera rs book by georg konradsheim dates back to 1992. Georg konradsheim1992 covers development and engineering of carrera rs models, press and marketing history, and race history.
Every other book has major issues with accuracy or simply lacking extensive detailed information. Carrera rs by dr thomas gruber and dr georg konradsheim. A limited edition book that has set a new standard back in the time when it comes to layout and depth of research for a single type porsche. And if the 1973 rs is truly the king of all things aircooled, then the one book that is the titular head of all things written about that fabled car is this book. What distinguishes this booknot just among the few serious rs books but model. This is the much enlarged and vastly improved 2015 edition of the carrera rs book which appeared from the same authors in 1992. English edition the new edition of the carrera rs book gained 178 pages over the first, soldout edition of 1992. This car the early 1970s marked the culmination of porsches dominance in the prototype era and the start. Carrera rs the rennsport reunion vi edition porsche road. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
This book tells the complete story of these remarkable, unheralded sports cars. So the carrera rs book from konradsheim covers all the info about the history, development and specifications of the rs, including the rsr in which im specifically interested. Contents include development and engineering, models and equipment, special models, press and. Just like back then it was the authors intention to set a new benchmark in terms of research, the selection of mostly unknown photographic material and the overall quality of the book. Delivered with the iconic 1973 rs carrera mfi 91183 motor 6650279 it was painted in the spectacular and rare color, e7 orange, and came with a black leatherette14 interior with shetland inserts. The new carrera rs book holds at 434 pages, some 178 pages more compared to the publishers first book back in 1992. Carrera rs hardcover 2015 by thomas gruber author, georg konradsheim author see all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. If you are a potential buyer of a genuine rs it is silly to suggest that you. Carrera rs by thomas gruber, george konradsheim alibris uk. Yet its successor a car with the identical engine and similar dna remains either unknown or misunderstood even by longtime porsche enthusiasts.
Porsche carrera rs book gruber and konradsheim 1992 october 6, 2010. There is a small blemish on the sleeve as shown in photo. Many new insights and findings found their way into the 2015 edition. Entitled, carrera rs the rennsport reunion vi edition, the original book has been added to and presented in this new special edition.
Carrera rs the rennsport reunion vi limited edition. Originally published back in august 2015, their fabulously lavish carrera rs book was given an upgrade in recognition of, and to celebrate, porsches momentous anniversary. First published in 1992, the limitededition carrera rs book written by dr. The book carrera rs was published 25 years back and sold out a long time ago.
Much like the car it is based on, we could say that carrera rs by dr. Exhibited rennsport reunion iii, daytona international speedway, november 2007. The bible for these cars, the green carrera rs book by gruber and konradsheim, confirms this information. This one was exported to hong kong on 1 june 1973, as confirmed by the factory certificate of authenticity coa and its entry in the rs list. It is detailed, easy to read and well presented and we highly recommend it. Porsche book porsche carrera rs by konradsheim and gruber, from 1992, isbnno.
This is a beautiful book with page after page of lush details and tons of interesting photos. Porsche book porsche carrera rs by konradsheim and may. Georg biography and list of the books by the author konradsheim dr. If the porsche 916 would have gone into production the legendary rs 2.
This is the ultimate book on the ultimate vintage 911 petrolicious. The carrera rs rennsport reunion vi edition is published in a limited and numbered edition of only 210 copies in english. The limited edition of only 3000 copies sold out a very long time ago, and the book became one of the most sought after porsche books ever. Georg konradsheim, the book comes in two versions, english. This book is used and therefore does have some slight marks on the outer sleeve slip case these do look worse than they actually are. There is a small blemish on the sleeve as shown in photo next to a penny.
Probably no car manufacturer had ever had the idea to assemble cars, then partly disassemble them, only to put them back together for a second time with slight modifications. Carrera rs book by thomas gruba and georg konradsheim 1992 a rare and comprehensive look at the evolution of the porsche carrera rs from its unveiling in germany in late 1963. Some 3 years ago, georg konradsheim and thomas gruber took up the challenge to republish the book. A brief description of this book is porsche carrera rs written and published by thomas gruber and dr. Firma watanabe carrera rs the book gruber konradsheim. Georg konradsheim, the original version was released in 1992.
Buy carrera rs by thomas gruber, george konradsheim online at alibris uk. The original carrera rs book were soon sold out and it took years before tag motorbooks planned the 2nd edition. Porsche carrera rs book gruber and konradsheim 1992 dj design. If you are a potential buyer of a genuine rs it is silly to suggest that you cannot afford this book you need this. A rare comprehensive work about the carrera rs and its success in motor racing. Thomas gruber and dr georg konradsheim porsche carrera rs book rare ltd edition. This comprehensive book examines the history of the porsche 964 carrera rs 3. Carrera rs book porsche 911 gruber konradsheim tag ebay. The new year is already almost thru its first month, so about time for another update. Thomas gruber and dr georg konradsheim porsche carrera rs. The limited edition of only 3000 copies sold out a very long time ago, and the book became one of the most sought after porsche books ever, reaching prices up to 2000 and more. A vast amount of yet unreleased historical photographs illustrate the. Georg konradsheim instantly became the bible for a very special and exclusive porsche model. I havent finished it yet, but it has allowed me to create an overview that lists all things i need to change on the donorcar to make it as close as possible to an rsr.
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Porsche carrera rs book gruber and konradsheim 1992. I figured everyone else had a hardcopy of the book god is not great to sign and i would rather have him sign his favorite whisky rather than a book. This is the ultimate book on the ultimate vintage 911. Rm sothebys the porsche 70th anniversary auction 27 october 2018. It contains information about the development, the racing history, and the configuration data on all 107 cars that were ultimately built. After 3 years of intensive research, the carrera rs book is now available again. Carrera rs the rennsport reunion vi edition porsche.
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