Customer Profile: Scarab Motorsports LLC — A Legacy of Craftsmanship and Precision
David Austin|
Scarab Motorsports revitalizes this tradition with a Limited Edition Series. Each car in this series is a true continuation—faithful to the original specifications as raced by Reventlow Automobile, Meister Brauser Racing, and Nickey Chevrolet teams between 1958 and 1964.
Nestled in Overland Park, Kansas, Scarab Motorsports LLC carries forward the remarkable legacy of the Scarab—an icon among American sports racing cars. Born from the vision and ingenuity of Lance Reventlow in 1957, Scarab Motorsports is not just a manufacturer, but a steward of racing history, engineering excellence, and uncompromising attention to detail.
A Heritage Rooted in Racing Legends:
The Scarab story began when Lance Reventlow, inspired by the desire to outperform the finest European designs, assembled a dream team of racing talents—Troutman and Barnes, Phil Remington, Chuck Daigh, Traco Engineering, and Warren Olson. Their collaboration produced the Scarab Mk1 and Mk2, which quickly earned a reputation for astonishing speed, handling, and technical ingenuity. These cars bested esteemed rivals from Ferrari and Maserati, and dominated American road racing from the late 1950s to the mid-1960s.
Reviving Classics with Meticulous Craftsmanship:
Today, Scarab Motorsports revitalizes this tradition with a Limited Edition Series. Each car in this series is a true continuation—faithful to the original specifications as raced by Reventlow Automobile, Meister Brauser Racing, and Nickey Chevrolet teams between 1958 and 1964. The company’s commitment to authenticity is reflected in every detail: from the exacting construction methods and period-correct components to the rigorous standards required for FIA certification and international historic racing.Scarab Motorsports’ cars are built for discerning collectors who appreciate vintage racing and demand precision. The company emphasizes exacting documentation, ensuring that every car’s origins and specifications are as authentic as its craftsmanship.
Attention to Detail: The Hallmark of Scarab Motorsports:
Every Scarab produced by Scarab Motorsports is a testament to the fine art of coach-building. Skilled artisans employ traditional hand-crafted techniques alongside modern utilities to produce a car that is as much a work of art as it is a feat of engineering. Their meticulous approach ensures flawless bodywork, period-authentic finishing, and race-ready performance. From carefully formed aluminum panels to historically accurate interiors and powertrains, their relentless pursuit of excellence permeates every project.
A Passion for Preservation and Racing:
Scarab Motorsports is not only committed to building extraordinary vehicles; they also cultivate passion for vintage racing and historical preservation. Their FIA-certified cars open doors to elite international racing events, allowing enthusiasts to experience the thrill of racing as it was in the sport’s golden era.
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Collectors and historians alike recognize Scarab Motorsports for their expertise, transparency, and customer service. Whether you are seeking to acquire a piece of racing history or restore an existing classic, Scarab Motorsports stands ready to deliver outstanding quality and lifelong value.If you desire to have one (or more) of these rolling masterpieces, call and speak to Dick.If you mention Dave Austin from Classic Car Performance, Dick will even work in a discount on your build.And who wouldn’t want that.Address: 5002 Hadley Street, Overland Park, KS 66203
Phone: 913.972.2189 - Ask for Dick Kitzmiller Email:info@scarab-motorsports.com Website:https://www.scarabmotors.comScarab Motorsports LLC exemplifies craftsmanship, reverence for automotive heritage, and absolute attention to detail. For those who demand authenticity and excellence in every rivet, weld, and stitch, Scarab Motorsports offers a portal into the golden age of American racing—where the spirit of competition lives on through every limited edition Scarab.
Scarab Motorsports’ cars are built for discerning collectors who appreciate vintage racing and demand precision. The company emphasizes exacting documentation, ensuring that every car’s origins and specifications are as authentic as its craftsmanship.
