1970 Porsche 917K replica by LMK

Make

Porsche

Model

917K replica by LMK

Year

1970

Listed price

Price not provided

Location

Emeryville, CA

Transmission

5-speed transaxle (915 series)

Mileage

0 miles

The Porsche 917 is a name synonymous with endurance racing dominance and a golden era of motorsport. Unveiled in 1969, it was Porsche's audacious answer to the evolving Group 4 and Group 5 regulations, designed with a singular purpose: to win Le Mans. Its monstrous flat-12 engine, often exceeding 600 horsepower, and its distinctive, aerodynamically optimized bodywork made it an immediate icon. The 'K' designation, for *Kurzheck* or "short tail," emerged after initial high-speed instability issues, proving to be the definitive, race-winning configuration that secured Porsche's first overall victories at Le Mans in 1970 and 1971, etching the 917 into the annals of motorsport legend. Only a handful of original chassis were ever built, making them among the most coveted and valuable cars in existence. For enthusiasts, the dream of experiencing a 917 remains potent, and this LMK-built replica offers an unparalleled opportunity to get remarkably close. This immaculate creation, the result of a meticulous four-year build by the renowned Australian fabricator LMK, captures the spirit and visual drama of the original with stunning accuracy. Underneath its iconic white and red livery lies a potent dry-sump 3.6-liter flat-six engine sourced from a 993-series Porsche, providing exhilarating performance paired with a period-correct 915-series 5-speed transaxle. Showing 0 miles since its completion, this street-plated example, titled in Florida, is finished with authentic center-lock wheels, completing the illusion of a track-ready legend. This is a rare chance to acquire a meticulously crafted homage to one of the greatest racing cars of all time, ready for the road.