Let us introduce ourselves.....

 

Rob van Zweeden,   Chief Executive Officer !       

 

 

 

 

 

Our current base of operations.

 

In our modern service area we perform everyday maintenance on all Porsche models. We are certified to service air-conditioning systems and to do MoT. The three garage lifts are constantly used, as besides the cars that come in for maintenance, there are always one or two project cars in the workshop as well. There is also an engine rebuild shop in which we completely rebuild Porsche engines by ourselves. We have all the tools, equipment and documentation available to give our customers the high quality standard they expect from Porsche cars for a price that they don?t have to expect when they go to their local dealership.

 

But it is not only maintenance what we do in our garage. It has also been the place where several Porsche?s, which had been given up by their previous owners or insurance companies, were given a second life. We repair all types and models, with original parts (or aftermarket if the customer desires) and settle for nothing less then perfect quality. A paint shop is located 250 meters from our facility so we can keep a close eye on the work performed there. And sometimes, we decide to upgrade that car to a newer model, if a lot of parts have to be replaced as it is, sometimes it doesn?t add much to the total costs.

 

 A view of our workshop

Our current projects includes a Boxster, which has been completely stripped, and is now being rebuilt from the ground up into a special Van Zweeden Boxster. We are also working on a 500+ hp 951 to show the potential of this underestimated sports car. Although it is not our main business we have decided to restore a 1969 911 to new state. And last but not least, there is also a 911 3,2 which is being rebuilt to 993 GT2 look for track use, complete with roll cage etc. Built from original and high quality fiberglass parts, this car will probably be subject for an article itself! These projects take place in between the regular maintenance work.

 

But our core business remains selling off parts from damaged cars. We carry parts for all models, but because of the rarity and high costs we try to stick to the more common models. Even though there are some 356 and 914 parts on the shelves, we prefer the models from 1980 and up. Off course there is a big market for the ?mid ranged? 924 and 944 but in the last few years, sales of Boxster and 997 parts are also rising. The first models are now in a position that they can be bought by people with a somewhat smaller budget then the owners of new Porsche?s. But like most cars, it is not the purchase amount that is the biggest problem, but to keep the car rolling. For some models, like the 993, new parts are very expensive and it isn?t easy to find used parts. They are perhaps the most desirable 911 models out there so most of them are being repaired instead of scrapped.

 

 

We will always try to sell our parts at competitive prices, even though they may be rare. We have good contacts with suppliers around the world so we can also sell new parts at reasonable prices, parts like brake pads and discs, ignition cables, oil, air and fuel filters etc. We usually offer the choice between original Porsche parts and aftermarket.

 

Our parts are sent world-wide each day. As with a lot of companies nowadays, Internet also plays a large role. Our website has about 7000 visitors each month and we are currently in the process of upgrading it to a more modern look and feel. On our site is a large selection of the parts we offer, as well as a catalogue of our fiberglass products.

 

Fiberglass items and other parts.

 

In addition to original parts we decided to add a complete line of fiberglass spoilers to our stock. It started small but currently we hold over 200 items, from a 911 RS bumper up to 997 rear hood spoilers. We can also offer complete packages to rebuild a car to a newer model i.e. from 911 to 964 or from 964 to 965. Another hot item is the 968 Turbo S adjustable spoiler. Many people like to place it on their 944 and no tuned 944 should leave home without it. Updating a 996 to the 997 model is also very popular. We supply the front bumper, either original or fiberglass, headlights, fenders and all small parts in one package and we can also assemble and paint it. This package can also be fit on a Boxster and if desired, a Litronic upgrade can also be included. There are also a large number of spoilers which can be fit on an older model so a customer can create his own look to his own taste. All of these parts are made from high quality fiberglass and two different companies make them exclusively for us.

 

 

An overview of our fiberglass display

When a customer buys a spoiler package, he usually wants wheels to go along with that look. That?s why we have contacts in Germany who supply us with high-quality, brand new wheels. Because the old wheels are traded in, we also have a large stock of around 400 to 500 used original Porsche wheels so people on a smaller budget can also shop around.

 

The same goes for our engines and gearboxes. Since we have both used and rebuilt items available, we have something for every budget. People can buy a rebuilt engine but also a used one and then there is still a difference in mileage for each engine and gearbox. But this is the case with most parts. We have an awesome stock of used parts but if our customers prefer new, we can also supply them with new parts. We have good relations with the local and German Porsche dealerships. They have accepted that they can?t do the maintenance on the older models anymore and realise that the specialists also need a supply of spare parts. It even happens that the dealers contact us if we have a certain rare part in stock that isn?t available anymore as a new item. And that is a big compliment to our dedication of stocking all existing Porsche parts.

 

But to be honest, we have too much to write it all on paper, it would be best if you would be able to take a look for yourselves. We have included some more pictures to give you an idea though. We would be happy to give you a full tour of the company and explain all the details of our operations.

 

Always Welcome!

 

Rob - Melanie - Donavan - George - Melissa - Jeff - Alex

 

 

Kind regards,

 

Team Van Zweeden - Independent Porsche Specialist

 

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