—— THE STORY
JUST A 993.
Everything started with a vision. That’s how these stories would usually begin. Well, to be honest, it really started more down to earth – in 2010 we just acquired a Porsche 993 which at first hasn’t been at the centre of our attention. It simply has just been there at our premises for a while. A hardly appealing 1990ish design, but the best air-cooled standard technology that ever has left the Zuffenhausen factories. In the light of this elementary insight, we more and more became acquainted with the idea to honour this perfect piece of engineering with the look that it actually deserves.
—— KAEGE RETRO®
THE GENES OF THE 993 WITH THE
OPTICS OF AN F-MODEL.
Inspired by an idea.
The genie was out of the bottle, so to speak, and our ambition was aroused: we realized we would combine genes from the air-cooled 993 with the looks of an F model, one of the most beautiful sports cars ever built. The perfect technology in a perfectly nostalgic look. We accepted the challenge and knew that we now had to be virtuosos on the entire keyboard of the body shop. The measuring, converting, scaling and approaching the perfect, authentic look was correspondingly time-consuming.
A perfect appearance.
We had to do a lot of scaling, interpreting, trying and adapting in order to achieve an overall look that literally is perfectly authentic in every detail – let it be the bumpers, the bonnet, the tail or the wings. Where necessary or reasonable we worked with carbon parts – with the side effect that the overall car is still rock solid but significantly more lightweight now.
Colours ahead.
Deconstruct what you love: Making a dream come true is a question of stamina in the first place. It’s a long way until you get to the fun part – such as the choice of the final paintings. Of course, we tend to prefer classical nuances – however, in the end it will be up to you whether you choose classy understatement or a flamboyant statement as regards the colour.
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A SYMPHONY
COMES TOGETHER.
The relative approach to absolute beauty.
It has been a period of puzzling: The 993’s dimensions differ remarkably from the F-model specs. The length, the axles – just to mention a few. We literally spent many, many weeks with anticipating, trying and having really “close looks” on details in order to finally maintain the overall proportions, the overall perfect F-look. In between, lovingly taking care of little accessories such as the fuel tank cap almost felt like having a break…
Thousand bits of perfection.
An entire symphony will be only as good as its many little parts: We thoroughly revised the original parts or deliberately replaced them with a better alternative – such as the wheels or the suspension. Just to ensure that you will receive nothing less than a completely new and perfect car in the end.
Simply brilliant.
The KAEGE RETRO® LEDs are an in-house development that stand out due to their modern LED-based concept within an immaculate vintage look. Energy-saving, light-intense and far more durable then their original predecessors – without disturbing the classy appearance of the car.
A vision from the inside.
Modern convenience characterizes the Kaege RETRO just as its classy look does. Air-conditioning, a Becker Radio-Navigation, airbags and comfortable Recaro-seats are a tribute to modern automotive requirements that won’t spoil the feeling to drive a real timeless and special car. Talk to us about your desired level of customization.
2010
WHEN EVERYTHING BEGINS
2500h
WORKING HOURS
2016
KAEGE RETRO® NO. 01
—— KAEGE RETRO® CLASSIC
FIGURES AND FACTS
THE SUPERLATIVE.
KAEGE RETRO® CLASSIC
The liaison of F-model look, 993 technology and fascinating individual detail design.
Made in Germany
Reproduction F-model based on the air-cooled 993 Coupé
Performance plus
286 hp from 3.6-liter displacement (standard)
300 hp from 3.8 liter displacement
Manual transmission
6-speed rear-wheel drive
Weight optimized
Only 1190 kilograms unladen weight thanks to state-of-the-art carbon components
Open to your wishes
Paintwork, interior, engine performance, chrome package, sports package, suspension tuning and all extras as desired or agreed
Construction time
Currently approx. 2 years
Price on request
Made in Germany
Interpretation of the classic F-model on the technical basis of a 993 Coupé
The Look
Authentic in detail
Weight optimized
Only 1190 kg kerb weight due to state-of-the-art carbon components, LITEBLOX battery and various lightweight parts
Rim design
Three-piece modern rims in classic design
Rich sound
Customized exhaust system in retro look
Innovative light design
LED headlights, front turn signals and rear lights from own production in nostalgic design
Open to your wishes
Paintwork, e.g. in classic Porsche colors or according to customer wishes
Safely on time travel
Leather steering wheel with airbag
Just like in the old days
Instrument panel and dashboard made exclusively for us in a classically inspired design
Recaro, what else
Ergonomic Recaro sports seats
Stylish
Exclusively designed and manufactured leather and fabric upholstery
Original
Vintage-look radio navigation system
Sound experience
Exclusively for us manufactured sound system incl. power amplifier and crossover
Individually
Flared trunk to match the interior design
Open to your wishes
Other accessories such as sunroof and interior design (dashboard, instruments, steering wheel, etc.) according to customer wishes
Engine
Air-cooled (almost) series technology of the Porsche 993
3.6 – 3.8 liter naturally aspirated with up to 300 hp
From 0 -100 km/h
Depending on engine power under 5 seconds
Engine speed at max. power
7200
Number of cylinders
6
Revision
Completely overhauled, finely balanced and optimized original unit
Overhauled
Transmission, brakes, air conditioning and much more in original overhauled condition
Maintenance
Low maintenance due to hydro tappet
OBD-capable
Chassis
KW suspension in own tuning (adjustable in rebound and compression according to customer requirements)
Lightweight
LITEBLOX lithium battery (optional)
Made by KAEGE RETRO®
LED headlights from own production in nostalgic housing
Indicator lights in front and rear lights from own production in nostalgic design
Just in case
Airbag for driver and passenger
Safe comfort
Recaro sports seats
Navigation system
Vintage-look radio navigation system