And yet another car from Berlin, and once again dismantled and not complete. We immediately fell in love with this fantastic example of the East German automobile industry. Unfortunately, during the restoration work on the Wartburg 311 Cabrio it turned out that the body was put together from several different vehicles. Part of the rear is very reminiscent of a camper van. Typical GDR, nothing was thrown away.

















































































































































Encyclopedia
The Wartburg 311 Camping is a remarkable vehicle from East German automobile production, manufactured by Automobilfabrik Eisenach. This model, part of the Wartburg 311 series, was produced between 1957 and 1965 and shows the versatility of the variants based on the 311 platform. The Wartburg 311 Camping was developed as a leisure vehicle and combined practical use with simple design.
Technically, the Wartburg 311 Camping is a station wagon based on the chassis of the standard 311 model. Equipped with a three-cylinder two-stroke engine, it offered adequate power and efficiency for its time. The 900 cc engine produced 37 hp, later with 1000 cc up to 45 hp, which was enough to get you to the beach holiday in Bulgaria.
The design and equipment of the Wartburg 311 Camping were functional and practical. The vehicle offered ample space for passengers and luggage, making it ideal for family trips and camping trips. The interior was simple but functional, with an emphasis on practicality. The rear seats could be folded down to create additional storage space, and the side-opening tailgate allowed easy access to the cargo area.
The Wartburg 311 Camping was an affordable and practical solution for families looking for a versatile vehicle for vacation trips and everyday use. Today, the Wartburg 311 Camping is a valued collector's item.