Tardza Project
Tardza Project is a car designed by Paweł Kalinowski.
The Tardza Project is intertwined with human struggle, compassion, and the power of dialogue. Tardza is a Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 from 1984 that has gained recognition not only for its automotive significance but also for the remarkable story behind its restoration. The idea of Tardza comes from the creators of the project, i.e. CarBone from Poland.[1][2][3][4]
The name Tardza is a symbol of its past, a rusty fender, which was intentionally left untouched as a poignant reminder of the car's history. It is a combination of the name “targa” and the word “rdza” (Polish for rust). Originally owned by a homeless man battling drug addiction, Tardza served as both shelter and means of escape. The car became a symbol of tumultuous journey.[5]
The vision for Tardza was not a conventional restoration; instead, creation of a unique masterpiece that would tell a story of redemption and renewal. Since Ferdinand Porsche created his masterpiece, his car has been modified in many ways, but it was the Tardza project that involved people from all over the world.[6]
People from different countries forming meaningful connections to collect materials and parts for Tardza. From an engine acquisition in Germany to the gift of roof fabric from a friends, each element in this car holds a tale of collaboration and shared passion. Tardza is a social project that goes beyond the definition of art. It is a type of performance aimed at drawing attention to consumerism and dialogue with the viewer. Tardza has become a symbol of connection and the potential for transformation. It transcends its role as an automotive restoration project, representing the power of human relationships and second chances.[7][8][9][10]
References[edit]
- ^ Sales brochure 1035.20 for 2.7 litre "Porsche 911", "Porsche 911S" and "Porsche Carrera", VW-Porsche Vertriebsgesellschaft mbH, (circa 1973).
- ^ "1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 Lightweight". Supercars.net. Retrieved December 5, 2023.
- ^ Corlett, Tony (2005). Porsche 911 3.2 Carrera: The Last of the Evolution. Veloce Publishing. ISBN 978-1-904788-65-2.
- ^ "Tardza – The Recycled Porsche". Silodrome. Retrieved December 5, 2023.
- ^ "Recykling duszy". Porsche Christophorus. Retrieved December 5, 2023.
- ^ Kandell, Jonathan. "Ferdinand Porsche, Creator of the Sports Car That Bore His Name, Is Dead at 88 (obituary)". The New York Times. Retrieved December 5, 2023.
- ^ "Un Porsche 911 de 1984 "inservible" pasó de ser la casa de un homeless a ser un auto nuevo". Siempre Auto. Retrieved December 5, 2023.
- ^ "W Polsce Paweł Kalinowski jest nieznany. Z zagranicy ustawiają się do niego kolejki". Onet.pl. Retrieved December 5, 2023.
- ^ "Storied 1984 Porsche 911 Was a Man's Home For Years and Now it Rides Again". Retrieved December 5, 2023.
- ^ "This '84 Porsche 911 Targa owes its rescue to 5 stickers". Retrieved December 5, 2023.