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The History of Gemballa: Four Decades of Automotive Excellence

From its founding in 1981 to its status as a renowned car tuner and manufacturer, Gemballa’s journey is defined by innovation, performance, and exclusivity. Below is a comprehensive timeline highlighting its milestones, models, and future plans.


1981-2010: The Original Gemballa Era

  • 1981: Uwe Gemballa founds the company in Leonberg, Germany.
  • Early Years: Specializes in interior modifications for BMW and Porsche models.
  • 1996: Gemballa Extremo introduced as a promotional vehicle for Fulda tires.
  • 1999: Gemballa GTR, based on the Porsche 996, unveiled.
2000-2010: Expansion and Iconic Models
  • Gemballa Mirage GT:
    • Based on the Porsche Carrera GT.
    • Limited to 25 vehicles.
  • Gemballa Avalanche GTR800 EVO-R:
    • Based on the Porsche 997 GT2.
    • Power: Approximately 800 hp.
  • Gemballa GT 750 Aero 3:
    • Based on the Porsche Cayenne Turbo.
    • Power: Around 750 hp.
  • 2009: Gemballa MIG-U1:
    • Based on the Ferrari Enzo.
    • Originally planned for 25 units, but only 1 prototype built.

2010-Present: The New Gemballa Era

  • 2010: The company is refounded as Gemballa GmbH under new ownership.
Current Models (Production Numbers Not Specified)
  • Gemballa Avalanche: Based on the Porsche 997.
  • Gemballa Tornado: Based on the Porsche Cayenne.
  • Gemballa GT Aero 1/2/3: Based on the Porsche Cayenne.
  • Gemballa Mistrale: Based on the Porsche Panamera.
  • Gemballa GT: Based on the Porsche 991.
  • Gemballa GT: Based on the McLaren MP4-12C.

Future Plans

  • 2024:
    • Launch of a new Gemballa supercar.
    • Planned as a limited-production model (exact numbers not specified).
    • Estimated 0-60 mph time under 2.5 seconds.

Legacy and Vision

Throughout its history, Gemballa has been synonymous with limited-edition, high-performance vehicles, primarily based on Porsche models. The company continues to innovate and expand its portfolio, with a focus on exclusivity and cutting-edge design. Future plans for supercars promise to uphold its legacy of performance and craftsmanship.