One Owner 1970 Porsche 212 Arova SkiBob
Item Details
- Seller: exitsuncoast
- Location: Indian Rocks Beach, Florida, 33785
- Lot #: M-0020099-DT
Available for auction is an original owner 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 this example is in remarkably excellent condition considering it’s more than 50 years old. It was used on the slopes for a short time many years ago and then stored in a heated and air-conditioned garage since. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a rare and complete Skibob that includes the two-foot skis. The buyer is responsible for shipping, handling, and fees.
Auction Results
- Sold for: $4,500
- Auction End: Jul 20, 2022 04:19:35PM UTC
- Number of Offers: 1
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Shipping to 85123 based on it being packaged would weigh approx. 40 lbs.
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I would bubble wrap it before putting it in a box. Lou
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Hello, would it be possible to get a shipping quote from my location? 85123. Thank you.
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