Popular Posts

Saturday, December 20, 2014

A Communist East German Sports Car -- The Melkus RS 1000

Hi folks -- starting to get ready for my May 13-June 19 2015 teaching stint in Leipzig, Germany. Today I discovered the fascinating story of a Wartburg-based Melkus RS 1000. What a creative response to the constraints of living in East Germany!  Below are a few photos and graphics of what was an absolutely beautiful car.








  • Melkus RS 1000, manufactured or sold in 1969, version for Europe 
  • 2-door coupe body type
  • RWD (rear-wheel drive), manual 5-speed gearbox
  • mixture petrol (gasoline) with oil engine with displacement: 992 cm3 / 60.4 cui, advertised power: 51.5 kW / 69 hp / 70 PS ( net ), torque: 118 Nm / 87 lb-ft (see horsepower and torque curve)
  • characteristic dimensions: outside length: 4000 mm / 157.5 in, wheelbase: 2450 mm / 96.5 in
  • reference weights: base curb weight: 680 kg / 1499 lbs, gross weight GVWR: 1050 kg / 2315 lbs
  • how fast is this car ? top speed: 165 km/h (103 mph) (declared by factory);
  • accelerations: 0- 60 mph 11.3 s, 0- 100 km/h 12 s (declared by factory), 1/4 mile drag time (402 m) 17.4 s (a-c simulation) (see detailed performance data review)
  • fuel consumption and mileage: average estimated by a-c: 9.6 l/100km / 29.3 mpg (imp.) / 24.4 mpg (U.S.) / 10.4 km/l








29 comments:

  1. This comment has been removed by the author.

    ReplyDelete
  2. This comment has been removed by the author.

    ReplyDelete
  3. Appreciate your sharing, great article post. Really looking forward to reading more from this blog. Keep sharing!
    Caboolture Scrap Car

    ReplyDelete
  4. This is a useful blog, and thanks for giving us nice information ! I agree that innovations are the most important thing for most businesses because with today’s fast-changing world we also have to fast in our business strategy


    Second Hand Tyres
    Cheap Tyres available
    Get Best Tyres Logan
    Bridgeston Tyres In Logan
    Mag Wheels In Logan
    Cheap Tyres In Logan
    Dunlop Tyres In Logan
    Tyres Deal In Logan
    Tyres Repair Service In Logan
    Tyres Recycling Service In Logan

    ReplyDelete
  5. We are Interior painters brisbane give your house a unique look by using attractive color combinations. We are High rise painters worked to create an alluring ambiance with immense domain expertise and are able to work under the ever changing demands of the industry.

    COMMERCIAL PAINTING
    RESIDENTIAL PAINTING
    RESTORATION PAINTING


    ReplyDelete
  6. This comment has been removed by the author.

    ReplyDelete
  7. This is Very very nice article. Everyone should read. Thanks for sharing. Don't miss WORLD'S BEST CARGAME

    ReplyDelete
  8. Get the finest Mobile Repair Service in Brisbane at cheaper cost from Mobile Connect. Our company offers the best tablet, laptop and mobile repair services in Brisbane.

    ReplyDelete
  9. The Painted Teapot also stock a variety of Decopatch waiting for you to create something unique. They have baby changing facilities, high chairs and a bottle warmer, as well as plastic aprons for the kiddies. They also serve hot or cold drinks and yummy treats. Vehicle Recovery Newcastle
    Car Roadside Assistance
    Vehicle Collection And Delivery
    Car Recovery Newcastle
    Breakdown Recovery Newcastle
    Breakdown Recovery Birmingham
    Car Recovery Birmingham
    Vehicle Recovery Birmingham
    Local Car Recovery

    ReplyDelete
  10. quick car removal sydneyWe are a recycling company based in Sydney and specilised in buying all sorts of cars for instance any types of Cars

    ReplyDelete
  11. Great literally it's an amazing post I have ever seen please allow me to get your feed to keep up to date with your valuable quality posts. Regards cash for unwanted cars

    ReplyDelete
  12. Drivezy is best car rental service. It's launched as an aggregator and Drivezy Buying automobiles hastily.

    ReplyDelete
  13. Thanks for this article, for best Paintless Dent Repair Winnipeg service you can visit at Winter's Collision Repair shop.They have best Mechanic Winnipeg for your car. At fair price you will get best car paint repair service.

    ReplyDelete

  14. Information is pretty good and impressed me a lot. This article is quite in-depth and gives a good overview of the topic. And if you looking for car removal services than send Quotes at any time. Our services are:

    Cash for Car
    cash for unwanted cars canberra
    Cash for car canberra

    ReplyDelete
  15. Such an informational post!! Are you looking for Used car buyer, Old car buyer.

    ReplyDelete
  16. Nice post! Looking for the best deals for your unwanted cars? Let's come for the matchless deals - cash for car Canberra.

    ReplyDelete
  17. I was reading your article that's amazing and very informative thanks for sharing your opinion with new ideas. It's a great benefit for them who are giving this service .Thanks for Sharing have a nice week.
    cash for cars ipswich

    ReplyDelete
  18. I am not sure where you are getting your info, but good topic. I need to spend some time learning much more or understanding more. Thanks for excellent info. I was looking for this information for my Business.
    cash for cars brisbane

    ReplyDelete
  19. You actually make it seem so easy with your presentation but I find this topic to be really something which I think I would never understand. It seems too complicated and extremely broad for me. I’m looking forward to your next post, I will try to get the hang of it!
    cash for scrap cars sydney

    ReplyDelete
  20. Thanks for sharing. Wow, that was strange. I just wrote a really long comment but after I clicked submit my comment didn't show up. Grrrr... well, I'm not writing all that over again. Anyways, just wanted to say fantastic blog!
    Cash for Cars North Brisbane

    ReplyDelete
  21. Thanks for sharing. We pay our customers instant cash up to $9,999 without any waiting time. It is our policy to not let customers wait for their money. We also provide free towing services, so customers save even more money when dealing with us. This strategy has been a great success with our customers in South Australia. Through this, we gained a lot of goodwill from our customers.
    cash for scrap cars adelaide

    ReplyDelete
  22. Scale up your business revenue by hiring an Indian Developer to create a mobile application with the industry proven technologies and features and functionalities. If you are still doubtful, then consider the list of best app programmers in India and get the best solution. Hire Indian Developer

    ReplyDelete
  23. If you are looking for a legit and reliable Tyre Dealer in UK, connect with us and get the best solutions. We offer premium and durable quality tyres to all and have a vast tyre collection.

    ReplyDelete
  24. Thank You for sharing such an amazing Content!! I would love to share in Car cleaning services in Faridabad

    ReplyDelete
  25. This is an exceptionally valuable post, ! I concur that advancements are overwhelmingly significant for organizations in light of the fact that with the present quick influencing world we additionally need to quick in our business system
    waqasarain786

    ReplyDelete
  26. I wanted composing help and tracked down it brilliantly.
    "I didn't know about a point that I picked and put in a request on this site for composing since I wanted help from somebody who had the field insight of Physics as well as a grip on composition. I was most certainly correct about picking this assistance, these folks assisted me with nailing it!"
    https://waqasarain786.blogspot.com/

    ReplyDelete