Vehicle Description
The Porsche 550 Spyder is quite possibly the most recognizable
competition based car produced. Actively participating in the
European and US Championships as early as 1953 to 1965, the 550
variants recorded an astounding 95 overall victories along with 75
class wins in 370 starts. Its low, wide stance along with its
impressive power to weight, the 550 Spyder dominated against more
powerful cars above its class. Actor / Driver James Dean
affectionately described the car as "The Giant Killer". Dean died
in a fatal accident in his 550 Spyder, "Little Bastard" September
30, 1955. Today, the cars popularity far outweighs its production
and as a result, companies such as "Beck" (now Special Edition,
inc) continue to build high quality replicas to meet the continuing
demand for the legendary sports car.
GR Auto Gallery is excited to bring this classic 550 Spyder by
Beck. This is an early build, #224, that was built at Becks
original facility in California. The car is built on Beck's proven
tube chassis and hand laid fiberglass body. It is finished in
classic Victory Silver over red interior. The car is powered by its
spirited VW air cooled 4-cylinder engine, (displacement not
certain, but believed to be 1600cc), 4 speed manual transaxle, and
rear wheel drive. Highlights include: 15-inch chrome wheels with 5
lug pattern, sport seats, machined tooled dash fascia, VDO gauges,
Mona-Lita steering wheel, aluminum valve covers, etc. The presents
itself as excellent driver quality in all areas. The odometer reads
3685 kilometers but it does appear that the speedo is in-op.
Mechanically, this Beck Spyder is a complete blast to drive. It is
fast, it handles exceptionally well and remains a spirited driver
in all respects.
Early Beck 550 Spyder's are considered the best replica 550 in the
business. Chuck Beck was first to the table to replicate this
legend. Beck's quality of workmanship is second to none. The 550
Spyder still has mass appeal and with original examples now selling
in excess of 6+ million dollars, quality tributes such as the Beck
Spyder here are considered collectibles, they are gaining value and
is a worthy investment at the price offered here. The car is titled
as a 1992 Assembled.
Gr Auto Gallery, LLC and our sister company, Wheelz Sales and
Leasing Inc. makes every effort to represent each vehicle
accurately and with integrity. We also welcome third party
inspections when necessary. Although we try to do our very best to
be accurate in our description writing we are human and do make
mistakes. Unless otherwise noted, All vehicles are sold AS IS, No
Warranty Expressed or Implied. All sales final.
