NSU Wankel Spider with Hardtop

The Wankel-Spider was the world's first production car with a rotary engine, or Wankel engine. NSU had been experimenting with Wankel-patented rotary engines since the mid-1950s. The Wankel-Spider is a roadster version of the Sports-Prinz, aimed at the more sporty rider. Aside from the removal of the top, the only exterior style difference was the two-piece grille added to the front. To accommodate the convertible top, it was necessary to fabricate new sheet metal over the rear engine bay and behind the seats to accommodate the folding canvas top. The water-cooled Wankel engine is located in the rear. The Wankel-Spider was first shown at the 1963 Frankfurt Auto Show.
The production of this nice convertible did not last long. In 1967 the curtain fell for the Wankel Spider, a total of 2375 were built. It is estimated that there are now about 150 vehicles on the road.

This Wankel-Spider was originally delivered new in Germany.

The color combination of this NSU is very tasteful, the body is painted in red. A very nice contrast with the skai black with red interior.

This NSU is in excellent condition and has been partially restored. The paintwork is still in very good condition. The fits of the sills, fenders, doors, hood and trunk lid are good. The black convertible top looks good. The very rare hardtop completes the picture.


If you, as an NSU enthusiast, are looking for a beautiful and well-driving Wankel-Spider, then this is the time to enjoy this car.

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