Porsche 944-based Heynsdyk F2500 features bespoke bodywork, mini headlights and Alfa Romeo taillights

August 21, 2022

Regardless of how long someone spends browsing cars, there always seems to be something new and very unique waiting to be discovered. This is the case with his Heynsdyk F2500 pictured. porsche 944 It is currently on sale.

according to the description Catawiki, Heyndsdyk was a short-lived Dutch car brand. Between 2010 and 2012, the company built 14 of his F2500s and one unfinished example of him. In fact, the current owner obtained it at a bankruptcy auction and kept it in a heated warehouse until he decided to restore it.

The car’s exterior is completely bespoke and does not share a single body panel with the Porsche 944. The Donner car was converted into a two-seater roadster with a short, retro-style windshield and no windshield at all. roof.Because of the round headlights used from the first generation, the face looks like a swollen fish mini cooper And a mouth-shaped grill. Additionally, the entire front end (bonnet, bumper and fenders) is one body panel.

The profile features sporty gills behind the front wheels and faux intakes behind custom doors. The drooping tail is inspired by classic Porsche models, while the taillights Alfa Romeo 159We can also see dual tailpipes integrated within the sleek rear bumper and a pair of faux vents that look better painted black.

Surprisingly, the interior of this Heynsdyk F2500 donor car, which is often the case with low-volume rebody specials. The original instruments have been moved to the new dashboard along with new knobs and switches. Amenities include a JBL sound system, exposed glove box, leather seats, custom floor mats and more. After all, unless you live in a rain-free area, this car isn’t meant for everyday use.

This particular model uses the 1984 foundation. porsche 944, including the original 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine developing 161 hp (120 kW / 163 PS). The current owner has rebuilt the engine, installed new brakes, original Porsche wheels and a new exhaust. The odometer shows 27,600 km (17,150 miles) and the mechanical parts are reported to be in very good condition.

The Heynsdyk F2500 pictured is in Lanaken, Belgium. Currently, the highest bid is €26,000 ($26,118), but estimates range from €44,000 to €48,500 ($44,711 to $49,284). A quick search online revealed that another example in a different color was on sale for his 2016, but I can’t find any other limited-run models anywhere.