This rare and powerful car blends Group C racing performance with road-legal comfort.
One of the most extraordinary vehicles from the 1980s, the 1991 Koenig-Specials C 62, is set to be a highlight at the Monterey Jet Center 2024 auction. With an estimated value between $650,000 and $850,000, this unique car is one of only three C 62 models believed to have been constructed, marketed by Koenig-Specials as “The first Group C racing car licensed for road travel.”
This particular C 62, chassis number W09C62214MMK23001, is recognized as chassis 001 and is thought to be the very yellow car featured prominently in Koenig's marketing materials. It boasts approximately 2,600 kilometers on the odometer, which is believed to be original, and represents a significant piece of automotive history.
The C 62 features an aluminum monocoque with an integrated roll cage, complemented by a carbon-Kevlar body and a luxurious leather interior designed by TechArt. It is powered by a 3.4-liter twin-turbocharged flat-six engine, dyno tested at 550 horsepower at the wheels, ensuring it delivers an exhilarating driving experience. When new, this top-of-the-line model from Koenig-Specials cost over one million dollars in 1991, a testament to its advanced engineering and exclusivity.
Willy König, the mastermind behind Koenig-Specials GmbH in Munich, envisioned the C 62 as a street-legal adaptation of the Porsche 962, incorporating many of the same advanced materials and design principles. The car's foundation is an aluminum honeycomb and carbon fiber-reinforced monocoque with an integrated roll cage, identical to the configurations used by Brun Motorsport and Obermaier Racing in World Sportscar Racing. The powertrain consists of a turbocharged flat-six engine and a five-speed 956/962 racing gearbox, delivering a jaw-dropping performance with a top speed of 380 km/h.
Despite its racecar roots, the C 62 offers several creature comforts, including leather-covered carbon fiber seats and air conditioning. The car was initially intended to have a production run of 30 units, but due to the high cost of DM 1,800,000 (around $2.5 million today) and reduced demand during a recession, only three were ever made.
Chassis 001 spent much of its life in Japan, experiencing limited use in private collections. It was later imported to the United States in 2019, where it underwent several maintenance procedures, including new tires, various adjustments, and oil leak repairs. Further service work was performed in 2020 at R3 Motorsports in Van Nuys, California, including an engine oil change, new spark plugs, a brake fluid flush, and a wheel alignment.
With its staggering performance, luxurious features, and extreme rarity, the Koenig-Specials C 62 offers an unmatched opportunity for collectors. This car, with its original kilometers and significant history, is a rare find that brings the thrill of Group C racing to the road.
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