DT: Porsche Arova 212 Skibob
Item Details
- Location: 78052
- Country: Germany
- Lot #: M-0053499-DT
Available for auction is an Arova-Porsche 212 Skibob. In 1970, Skibob manufacturer Arova created the 212 for Porsche and specially designed it to be able to fold down small enough to fit into the 911’s trunk. Skibobs were developed in the late 1960s as a new method of skiing, particularly for those who may be disabled or lack the leg and knee strength required for normal skiing. The name is a contraction of “ski” and “bobsled”. With the design done by Porsche, the 212 featured front and rear shock strut suspension, and seating for two adults. An unusual feature for Skibobs. 
Porsche designed the 212 with a hollow body that can hold a thermos and a sandwich for a day on the slopes. When folded, the feet, suspension, handlebars, and steering shaft fit neatly into the body, allowing the 212 to fit into the front trunk of a 911. With a total weight of approximately 30lbs, the 212 is heavier than most Skibobs due to the body being made from molded polyfoam and aluminum struts with fiberglass feet.
These hard-to-find Skibobs rarely find their way to the slopes and now are most often found in the hands of Porsche collectors. With just a few hundred made, it’s not known how many have survived to this day. The seller states the skibob is in used but good overall condition. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a rare and complete Skibob which includes the two-foot skis. The buyer is responsible for shipping, shipping insurance, handling, and transactional fees. PCARMARKET is not responsible for anything lost or damaged during shipping.
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@The_Sandman
@Wassergekuhlt @gcrew6 @Gulf
@MC82 @PorscheGT3 @agroger
Hello everyone,
I saw that you had already bid on such a ski bob, tonight there is a 2 chance to get one.
@bhmohio @3OrangeWhips @Ferg
@maxmilford We also have a second bob which also has black skis, good question which version was the early one, but we also think that the black skis were the second generation through the branding we think that can be very good
My ski bob had black skis that said "Porsche". Second Gen.?
Bid in the amount of $1,000
Hello everyone,
welcome to this auction.
Shipping to the USA insured will cost around 250 USD, of course it depends on which region it goes to.
All factory stickers are still on the bob.
Please contact me if you have any questions.
Many regards
Bid in the amount of $100