LOST IN TIME - We dare to ensure that you have never known or seen it before. The Gomolzig Taifun, an extraordinary sports coupe designed by German aircraft designer and engineer, Herbert Gomolzig, stands out for its aerodynamic styling. Developed in the aftermath of World War II, the Taifun showcases Gomolzig's progressive vision and passion for automobiles. Let's explore the story of this exceptional car from its conception to its ultimate fate.
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| The Unique Gomolzig Taifun Stromlinienwagen of 1949 could be said the forerunner of the legendary gull wing doors. (Picture from: ClassicAndRecreationSportscar) |
The first Gomolzig Taifun prototype featured an aluminum box-section monocoque chassis with distinctive gull-wing doors. It was powered by a rear-mounted 4-cylinder BMW engine. The initial design included bench-style front seats and integrated 25-liter fuel tanks into the box-sills on both sides. A later prototype was modified to accommodate a second row of seats, possibly based on a VW Beetle chassis.
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| The Unique Gomolzig Taifun Stromlinienwagen of 1949 was an extraordinary sports coupe designed by German aircraft designer and engineer, Herbert Gomolzig, stands out for its aerodynamic styling. (Picture from: ClassicAndRecreationSportscar) |
In 1949, the Gomolzig Taifun caught people's attention with its eye-catching gull-wing doors. Maybe this is the forerunner of the legendary gull wing doors after being adopted by the Mercedes-Benz 300SL. Designed by Herbert Gomolzig, this visionary vehicle aimed to combine progressive design with a touch of sportiness. Despite the challenges faced in the post-war era, Gomolzig managed to create a technically advanced and groundbreaking automobile.
The Taifun's gull-wing doors, covered with adjustable cloth tarps, provided drivers with a convertible-like experience. However, ensuring the car's structural integrity presented challenges. The thin roof strut, supporting the gull-wing doors, raised concerns about the car's construction. With no reinforced pillars, the lateral components needed to be solid to maintain stability. Balancing extravagant design with a sturdy car body was a delicate task given the limitations of materials and technology at that time.
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| Besides applied such a unique gull-wing doors, the Gomolzig Taifun Stromlinienwagen of 1949 also covered with adjustable cloth tarps, provided drivers with a convertible-like experience. (Picture from: ClassicAndRecreationSportscar) |
The exact reasons why the Gomolzig Taifun never went into production remain unknown. Limited information is available about the vehicle itself, except that it was based on a BMW chassis and likely featured a 4-cylinder BMW engine.
Between 1949 and 1951, Herbert Gomolzig continued to experiment with his unique car. However, after unsuccessful attempts to bring the Taifun to market, he founded his own engineering office in 1952, shifting his focus to the aviation and general engineering industries. During this period, he developed three prototypes, with the second iteration in 1950 and the final one in 1951 featuring a 6-cylinder engine borrowed from a BMW 326. Unfortunately, the project came to an end by 1952.
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In conclusion, the Gomolzig Taifun remains an intriguing piece of automotive history of Herbert Gomolzig's visionary approach and dedication to pushing boundaries. Although the car never entered mass production, its unique design and engineering feats continue to captivate enthusiasts and inspire further innovation in the automotive world. Well, who would have thought that there was another Taifun car of the 1950s. *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | NAASHAN | CLASSICANDRECREATIONSPORTSCAR | ]Note: This blog can be accessed via your smart phone.
