Off-road versions of the Porsche 911 are increasingly popular, with safari-spec conversions of classic models available from companies such as Kalmar Automotive and Tuthill Porsche.Â
Even Porsche itself has got in on the act, launching the rugged 911 Dakar last year. Click here to read our review.
For those on a smaller budget, or who don’t have a driving licence yet, Playmobil has an alternative. Joining the growing ranks of officially licensed models is its rather impressive Porsche 911 Carrera 2.7 RS Offroad.
Ready to off-road
Original 911 Carrera 2.7 RS rally cars are rare, and using a desirable road-going version to create a safari-ready machine would be sacrilegious to many Porsche enthusiasts. However, Playmobil has no such concerns.Â
The company has taken its existing Carrera 2.7 RS model, increased its ride height for better ground clearance and then fitted chunky off-road tyres. Just like with a proper safari conversion.Â
There is also a substantial front bumper with underbody protection and extra driving lights, plus a roof rack carrying four more large spotlights.Â
A jerry can and spare wheel are also stored on the roof rack, along with a shovel and a sand ladder if the going gets tough.
An affordable classic Porsche
The roof of the 911 Carrera 2.7 RS is removable to access its detailed interior. The engine cover opens to reveal a replica air-cooled flat-six, complete with its prominent central fan.
Measuring just over 25cm in length, the safari-spec Playmobil Porsche 911 will be aimed at children aged five and older when it reaches the shops later this month.
A price tag of £59.99 certainly makes it more affordable than the $2.5 to $3 million (£1.9 to £2.3 million) estimated for this 911 RS rally car at auction last year.
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