All-New Vintage-Inspired Gen 2 Speedster Introduced by the Stärke Motor Company
The next evolution of Stärke’s coachbuilt Speedster blends timeless design with modern machinery for a classic driving experience & contemporary comfort…
Boutique automotive coachbuilder Stärke Motor Company announced the launch of the Stärke Gen 2 Speedster, its most advanced and refined Speedster yet. The Gen 2 Speedster combines classic styling with the modern features of the 2017-and-onward 718 platform. Enthusiasts can now enjoy the soul of a classic 1950s icon with the comfort, reliability, performance and safety of modern 21st-century engineering, company officials stated in a press release.
Stärke uses 3D scanning and computer-aided design to create a custom body that fits precisely over a 718 chassis. Underneath the hand-sculpted body lies the option of a 2.0-liter 300-horsepower turbocharged flat-four, a 2.5-liter 350-horsepower turbocharged flat-four, or a 4.0-liter 394-horsepower naturally aspirated flat-six, with the choice of a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed paddle-shift transmission.
Virtually the entire drivetrain, suspension and crash structure are carried over directly from the 718, including all ADAS features (when optioned with the original exterior rearview mirrors), noted the release. All modern interior features are retained, including heated seats and a heated steering wheel, full power accessories and a power soft top.
Every Gen 2 Speedster Is Unique to Its Owner
Each Stärke Gen 2 Speedster offers customization that reflects each owner’s vision. During the design process, clients can choose nearly any exterior paint scheme, a variety of interior colors and materials, wheel designs, drivetrains and individual details. No two Speedsters are alike, the company said.
“The Gen 2 Speedster represents the pinnacle of our design philosophy, delivering a fun classic Speedster experience without any of the classic car downsides,” said Seth Gortenburg, CEO of Stärke Motor Company. “I always admired the design of classics from the ’50s and ’60s and wanted to create a way to enjoy it with the everyday usability and drivability of a modern car. Our Speedster is for the enthusiast who wants something a little bit different from a typical restomod.”
Stärke is currently accepting orders for the Gen 2 Speedster, with pricing starting at $135,000 if a donor car is supplied. A “hands-free” option is also available, starting at $189,000, in which Stärke will source the donor car. Stärke says Speedsters are typically delivered within six months, depending on specifications.
