One of our early, but all the more beautiful projects. This Wartburg 311-108 de Luxe with folding roof has an interesting history behind it: Manufactured in the GDR in 1964, it was given a standard exchange body in the 1970s. In this condition it went to Belgium after the fall of the Berlin Wall, before a Wartburg enthusiast brought it to the Czech Republic in the early 2010s. We had the pleasure of restoring the car to its original condition. To this day, we regularly carry out service work on this great classic car.
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The Wartburg 311 deLuxe with folding roof is a beautifully designed vehicle that was produced in the former GDR. This model belongs to the 311 series of the manufacturer Automobilwerk Eisenach and represents a special era in East German automotive history. Produced between 1956 and 1965, the Wartburg 311 was a symbol of technical progress and design at a time when East Germany was searching for identity and international recognition.
The Wartburg 311 deLuxe differed from the standard models in that it had a higher level of equipment and additional comfort features. Particularly noteworthy was the folding roof, which gave the vehicle a touch of luxury and exclusivity. This feature was particularly popular with those who wanted to experience the pleasure of an open-top drive without having to forego the practicality of a closed car.
Technically, the Wartburg 311 deLuxe was based on the robust and proven design of the 311 series. It was powered by a 3-cylinder two-stroke engine with a displacement of 900 cc, which was later increased to 1,000 cc. The combination of a robust engine and the relatively light body ensured pleasant driving dynamics.
The design of the Wartburg 311 deLuxe with folding roof was typical of the late 1950s and early 1960s. With its rounded shapes, striking front section and elegant chrome accents, it embodied the spirit of the times.
The Wartburg 311 deLuxe with folding roof remains a fascinating piece of German automotive history and a testament to the art of engineering in a time of upheaval and reconstruction after the Second World War.
