Revving up your engines for a journey through automotive history? Welcome to PROTOTYP Das Automuseum in Hamburg.
PROTOTYP isn’t just another car museum. It’s a vibrant celebration of speed passion and the people behind the machines. Located in a beautifully preserved historical building it houses a captivating collection. This former Harburger Gummi-Kamm-Compagnie factory built between 1902 and 1906 offers a unique industrial backdrop.
Imagine the sleek lines of a Porsche 356 Cabriolet. Picture the raw power of a Jordan F1 191. You’ll find these and many other iconic sports and racing cars here at PROTOTYP. The museum focuses on post-war German automobiles. It also features unique rarities like the Alfa Romeo 8C 2900 B from 1938. Even the legendary VW Schwimmwagen a wartime amphibious vehicle is on display.
But PROTOTYP is more than just gleaming metal. The museum tells the stories of the men and women who shaped the world of motorsport. It’s all about Personen Kraft Wagen. The motto emphasizes the equal importance of the people power and the cars themselves. You can learn about automotive pioneers like Ferdinand Porsche and racing legends such as Hans Stuck and even Michael Schumacher. Photos and exhibits offer fascinating insights into their lives. A cinema even screens historical race footage.
One fascinating exhibit is Erich Honecker’s personal Mercedes Benz G-Class from 1983. This was the East German leader’s private car. To disguise its Western origin all Mercedes stars and lettering were removed. The cost of purchase and modification? A hefty 114767.32 West German Marks.
PROTOTYP offers an immersive experience. Listen to the roaring engines of twenty different racing cars. Explore the principles of aerodynamics in a miniature wind tunnel. Even try your hand at being a racecar driver in a Porsche 356 simulator. This is a museum designed for active participation. It’s a place where you can see hear and even feel the thrill of automotive history.
So take your time explore the exhibits and soak up the atmosphere. PROTOTYP Das Automuseum isn’t just a museum it’s an experience a celebration of automotive excellence a testament to human ingenuity and passion. Enjoy your journey through the world of automobiles.