DKW F91 Sonderklasse Luxus 3=6 coupe pillarless, best possible original condition! 1954
General description :
Exceptionally beautiful DKW F91 ‘Sonderklasse’ Luxus coupe. Found in the south of Belgium and imported to Holland in 2012 by a Dutch DKW specialist. This car is A-1 authentic condition. It has wonderful bodywork, very clean and straight. Every panel gap is as it should be and the chrome details are fantastic! The underbody is as good as new. It has never required remedial work and is fully corrosion free! For cosmetic reasons the car had a very professional re-spray in the original colour scheme after being taken back to bare metal. The resulting finish is superb and has a wonderful lustre. The mechanics have also been revised using authentic DKW parts, including replacing the needle-roller bearings. The 3-cylinder 896 cc 2-stroke engine runs on a 1:40 petrol/oil mixture and has the typical DKW freewheel. Both mechanically as well as visually this car is in amazing condition. The cabin is completely original and has no signs of wear and tear, which itself is quite unique! Another peculiarity of the early F91 models are the Bakelite dash and lower windowsills. These are in great condition with no signs of wear and tear. Characteristically this ‘Sonderklasse’ distinguishes from other models having a 5-slit grill, a panoramic rear window and fully retractable side windows and B-style. The handling is great and is sure to bring many hours of pleasure. In short an A-1 authentic example that fully deserves the exceptional accolade we have given it!
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1954 DKW F91 Sonderklasse Luxus 3=6 coupe pillarless, best possible original condition! is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Brummen by Gallery Dealer for €26950.
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Car type : Car Make : DKW Model : F91 Model Version : Sonderklasse Luxus 3=6 coupe pillarless, best possible original condition! Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1954 Sub type : Coupé Location : Brummen
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About DKW
Ladies and gentlemen, gather 'round for a story that's as American as apple pie but set in the heart of Germany. We're diving into the history of DKW, the German car and motorbike manufacturer that was like a hidden gem in the automotive world.Now, let's set the stage. It's the mid-20th century, and the automotive landscape is dominated by names like Ford and Chevrolet. But here's where DKW comes in, ready to take on the competition like an underdog with a heart of gold.
DKW was known for their innovative spirit, and when they introduced the DKW F1, they turned the automotive world on its head. While everyone else was peddling rear-wheel-drive cars, DKW said, "Why not put the engine up front, where it belongs?" It was like they threw a curveball right at the big American car manufacturers.
The DKW F1 was nimble, efficient, and affordable, a David amongst the Goliaths. It handled like a breeze, making the VW Beetle, a tough competitor, look like a lumbering giant in comparison. It was as if DKW brought a slingshot to the battle, and boy, did it work.
But here's the real star of the DKW show - the Schnellaster. This commercial van was ahead of its time, with front-wheel drive that made it a game-changer. While the VW Beetle was making waves as a people's car, the Schnellaster was the unsung hero, the guiding star for every front-wheel-drive commercial van we see on the road today.
The Schnellaster was the workhorse that could haul a load with the grace of an American cowboy. Its two-stroke engine had the heart of a true Texan - reliable, strong, and a touch of rugged charm. It could carry goods with the same ease as an American pickup truck, and that's saying something.
So, when you see a modern FWD commercial van effortlessly weaving through the city streets, remember the unsung hero, the Schnellaster, the van that set the stage for all the others. DKW may not have had the fame of some other automakers, but they sure left their mark on the world of automobiles.
In a land of automotive giants, DKW was the plucky underdog that showed the world a thing or two about innovation and practicality. And that, my friends, is a tale worthy of a big American smile and a nod of respect.