www.kitzkrieg.com
Kitzkrieg is a premier builder of replica vintage vehicle
kits inspired by German unobtanium. From
the Spyder to the Speedster to the Coupe, Kitzkrieg provides the Do-it-Yourself
builder as well as professional shops a top quality replica vehicle kit to
create something uber fantastic.
Kitzkrieg was created out of the owners’ desire to produce
an alternative style of chassis and design to the already established replica
world. The Kitzkrieg chassis is a race
inspired steel tubular space frame design, far different from the VW Pan based
chassis that have been so prevalent over the last decades. Each Kitzkrieg chassis is comprised of a
mixture of 1.5” and 1.25” DOM steel and
chromoly tubing. Aluminum is used to
closeout many points of the chassis where many others use fiberglass and other
fillers. Alan Cassell, one of the owners of Kitzkrieg states
“a premium replica kit should be made of quality materials like higher grades
of steel and aluminum and strong composites like top quality fiberglass and
carbon fiber.”
One of the ways Kitzkrieg’s designs stand out is their
interpretation of the classic Spyder.
They have opted to extend the wheelbase to 90” from the original 83”
standard. The suspension is also updated
to feature double A-arm front and rear suspension. Cassell states “We had originally planned on
a 85 inch wheelbase, but we realized that there are already other great
builders of the Spyder in Orange County, CA and in Indiana. Why bite from the same apple? They do a
fantastic job. Our extended wheelbase allows us to accommodate larger motors
and more sophisticated transaxles. If you’re over 6 feet tall, you too should
have the opportunity to build and drive a Spyder”.
Ben Stoddard, Kitzkrieg chassis designer and co-owner was
insistent that the Kitzkrieg chassis designs be built to race as well as cruise
the streets. He collaborated with racing
chassis builders from many different racing genres, and is extremely pleased
(but never satisfied) with the result.
“There’s no reason that our kits can’t be worked hard on a track as well
as cruise to a coffee shop”, Stoddard says “we’re serious about performance and
safety in addition to looking good.”
Kitzkrieg will offer a few limited edition models such as
their Resto-mod version of the Coupe.
Their mid-engine beast is 6” wider in rear, 4” longer wheelbase and a
chopped roofline of 2.5”. The “Chop
Coupe” is set up to accept motors that range from the Subaru 4cyl, Porsche flat 6-cyl, even
the LS V8’s. It will also accommodate
18x10 rear wheels and 18x8 fronts with room to spare. Chris Kleber of the Kitzkrieg group adds, “Our
designs aren’t just to pay tribute what has been done, but interpret new things
that others will enjoy. Build ‘em, drive
‘em, and love ‘em.”
The price for Kitzkrieg kits start at $9995 for their Speedster
BASE KIT which consists of a full body with doors, hood and lid hinged and
hung, attached to their chassis. They
offer a completion package that includes all parts with exception of motor,
transaxle and tires for all packages as high as $23,995 for their complete
Coupe kit. Each kit is also available as
a rolling chassis for additional cost, inquire with Kitzkrieg for more details,
info@kitzkrieg.com Kitzkrieg kits are also available
internationally with distribution in United Kingdom and Australia. Distribution info available on the Kitzkrieg
website www.kitzkrieg.com
Contact details:
Kitzkrieg - Main
2528 Main Street Suite A
Chula Vista CA 91911
800-377-1832
Development facility
789 W. 1390
S.
Salt Lake City,
Utah 84104
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356 coupe, 356 speedster, 550 spyder, 718 RSK
356 coupe, 356 speedster, 550 spyder, 718 RSK
356 coupe, 356 speedster, 550 spyder, 718 RSK
356 coupe, 356 speedster, 550 spyder, 718 RSK
356 coupe, 356 speedster, 550 spyder, 718 RSK
356 coupe, 356 speedster, 550 spyder, 718 RSK
356 coupe, 356 speedster, 550 spyder, 718 RSK
356 coupe, 356 speedster, 550 spyder, 718 RSK
356 coupe, 356 speedster, 550 spyder, 718 RSK
356 coupe, 356 speedster, 550 spyder, 718 RSK
356 coupe, 356 speedster, 550 spyder, 718 RSK
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