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The Beijing-Paris International Rally ended recently. This time, 70 classic cars came together to cover this historical route. They still have 13,680 kilometers to go. Traditionally, unique models of “Porsche” also participated in the rally.

The Porsche pilots participating in this year’s race stopped at the Porsche Centre Tbilisi service in Tbilisi due to technical problems on the way from Beijing to Paris and handed over their vehicles to Porsche technicians, who worked through the night to ensure that the rally participants made it to Paris on time.

Irakli Imnadze, Porsche Centre Tbilisi After-sales Service Supervisor: “It is very important and enjoyable to take part in the legendary rally of the Porsche Centre Tbilisi. We are able to contribute to this historic rally from Beijing to Paris, which for many years has been one of the most important events of the year. One necessary condition for taking part in it is driving a classic car. Of course, some technical assistance may be needed along the way. Rally participants have to reach their destination within a certain time, so timeliness is of utmost importance.

At around eight o’clock in the evening, our service center received a call. The technicians worked all night to provide prompt service and get both Porsches back to the rally as quickly as possible. They both needed a lot of help: One of the cars needed a clutch replacement, which could not be done without completely dismantling the engine. The problem with the second car was strong engine vibrations at high revs, which also required the engine to be removed for repair. Obviously, the most important factor is that we are talking about classic cars, which require particularly delicate handling during both disassembly and assembly. I am very happy that we were able to provide service to the participants of this historic rally and were able to solve the problem in a short time. “

The Beijing-Paris car race was first held in 1907 and covers a total distance of 14,994 kilometers. The idea of ​​the race is related to a statement published in the famous French newspaper Le Matin, which said: “Today it is proved that if a person owns a car, he can do anything and go wherever he wants. Is there anyone willing to make the long journey from Paris to Beijing this summer?

The first transcontinental bus trip set the world ablaze. If 12,000 km were covered, the winner would receive a prize of 12,000 francs. The race took place on June 10, 1907, at the French Embassy in Beijing. European diplomats, government officials and countless citizens escorted the athletes out of the Chinese capital. Eighteen days later, on August 10, 1907, the victorious Italian prince Scipione Borghese arrived in Paris.

Cars participating in rallies systematically require various types of technical assistance. They are repaired by local mechanics. Finding a car in an emergency is an integral part of rallies. Also, any problem should be solved in the shortest possible time and the great journey should continue. “Porsche Centre Tbilisi” becomes part of this history.

This year’s Beijing-Paris Rally lasted 37 days. Winners Andy Buchan and Mike Sinclair covered 14,500 kilometres in a 1928 Bentley 4 ½ Le Mans car.

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