The KALMAR RS-7 is possibly the latest Safari version of the legendary Porsche 911. Built for extreme conditions, it is a perfect blend of off-road monster and road athlete.
But why is it the last of its kind? Quite simply: The base used 997 is the last 911 with a complete steel chassisNewer generations are made from a complex mixture of aluminum and steel that is glued and welded together - a nightmare for repairs in the outback.
2025 KALMAR RS-7
Jan Kalmar emphasizes: “A safari car needs to be repairable with a hammer and a welder, especially if you're in the middle of nowhere.“ The RS-7 is the result of years of experience with safari conversions. optics and technology were improved equally. The fender flares are not only visually more powerful, but also provide space for the fat Michelin off-road tires.
And the aggressive air intakes The front has grown, while the rear is now more open to better dissipate the heat. In addition, the RS-7 has been equipped with a sporty ducktail rear spoiler and an LED rally light bar All new parts are from Kevlar composite material – extremely durable yet light enough for difficult safari conditions.
Technology that masters every challenge
Under the body there is a real off-road technology, On full aluminum underbody protection and reinforced struts ensure stability. The conversion has also brought enormous ground clearance, which is achieved through larger tires, extended shock absorbers and lowered axle supports. And all this without the legendary driving behavior of the 911.
But the real highlight is the active suspension with adaptive damping and hydraulic height adjustment, developed in collaboration with TrackTive Suspension. Even the Anti-roll bars are removedto get a bigger one wheel articulation off-road – the rolling of the body is compensated by the active damping.
The ground clearance is 170 mm in the low and 210 mm in high mode – that is more than a Porsche Cayenne At the touch of a button, the RS-7 switches from fast road mode to terrain setting, ready for dunes, mud or various snow slopes. And a specially developed locking differential in conjunction with a 6-speed manual transmission ensures maximum grip on loose surfaces.
Tailor-made for adventure
The However, the drivetrain remains standardto provide the necessary Reliability But for performance fans, KALMAR also has individual tuning options The first RS-7 was launched as a street-legal safari sports car with high comfort It is designed with Recaro CS seats with classic houndstooth pattern.
And to save weight, the HiFi and navigation system removed and through a lightweight Bluetooth system The center console now houses the screen for the chassis settings and a digital map on a tablet – this is what you need for long off-road trips. And for hardcore off-road fans, this can Interior even further minimized .
Price and availability
The Conversion costs start at €99.997, plus a suitable base vehicle and more optional Optional extras. All further information can be found in the video! Image and video credits/source: Kalmar Automotive | This content was created using AI and reviewed by an editor.
