Climbing the Grossglockner in a Porsche – Alpcars
Many Porsche enthusiasts are familiar with the Grossglockner High Alpine Road. After all, Ferdinand and later Ferry Porsche used the pass road for test drives. It is also a place of longing for Wolfgang Porsche. He takes a photo at the very same spot every time he drives there. What would it be like to drive the 47.8-kilometre Grossglockner High Alpine Road in a Porsche yourself? Alpcars offers this opportunity! The sports car rental company is located just 40 kilometres from the Porsche family’s favourite road. And the team led by Maria Lederer and Andreas Hafenscherer has just the right vehicles for the job.
Through the Alps in a Porsche – sports car enjoyment on specially tested routes
Not everyone wants to drive thousands of kilometres to the Alps and back in their own Porsche. So why not simply travel in comfort by plane and change into a sports car legend on the spot? That’s exactly what Maria and Andreas thought. Their sports car hire company Alpcars is located – as the name suggests – just a stone’s throw away from the most beautiful Alpine passes in Austria.
What makes it special: Alpcars is run by real sports car enthusiasts. Which in return means that renters have the best possible support on site. After all, Maria and Andreas are avowed Porsche fans. This is reflected not only in the selection of vehicles, but also in the support they provide. Because they know all the passes around Goldegg inside out.
We have had a great affinity with sports cars for years. We are now both very much in love with the Porsche brand and are proud to have our absolute dream car on offer in the GT4 RS.
Andreas Hafenscherer, Alpcars
The package therefore always includes specially designed route suggestions. From short taster trips to tours lasting several days throughout Austria and South Tyrol, everything is included. Naturally hand-picked and travelled by Maria & Andreas. No unpleasant surprises await you. All you have to do is take a seat, start the engine and enjoy your time!
Alpcars is the only sports car hire company in Austria to offer a Cayman GT4 RS for hire!
Neben dem Porsche 992 GT3 RS ist er der vermutlich extremste Porsche, den man zur Zeit fahren kann – der Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS! Als einzige Sportwagenvermietung Österreichs bietet Alpcars den 500 PS starken Mittelmotor-Renner für ausgedehnte Passtouren an. Im Porsche GT4 RS auf den Großglockner auf ein passendes Stück Küchen zur Mankei-Hütte? Viel standesgemäßer geht wohl kaum. Und eins ist sicher: jeder Kilometer in diesem Auto ist pures Adrenalin.
Alongside the Porsche 992 GT3 RS, it is probably the most extreme Porsche you can drive at the moment – the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS! And Alpcars is the only sports car hire company in Austria to offer this 500 hp mid-engined road-racer for extended pass tours. Driving up the Grossglockner in a 718 Cayman GT4 RS for nice piece of cake at Mankei? It doesn’t get much more befitting. And one thing is certain: every single kilometre in this car is pure adrenaline.
But fans of the 911 also get their money’s worth at Alpcars. In addition to the GT4, you can also hire a Porsche 992 Carrera 4 GTS for your Alpine tour. It impresses with incredible driving performance thanks to its 480 hp 3.0-litre boxer turbo engine, without neglecting comfort and everyday practicality. It is not without good reason that the GTS models are considered the best of Zuffenhausen!
If the Grossglockner is not enough, you can hire the Alpcar’s Porsches for up to a month!
No matter how far you want to travel, Alpcars has the right package for you. You can choose anything from short-term hire between one and four hours to a whole month’s hire. This gives you enough time to drive all the dream roads of the Salzburger Land or even the Dolomites! Incidentally, Alpcars also offers a delivery and collection service. After landing at an airport in the area, you can set off directly towards the Alps in your dream Porsche.
| Rental period | Porsche 992 Carrera 4 GTS | Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 RS |
|---|---|---|
| Short-term rent (1 – 4 h) | 400 Euro incl. 100 free kilometres | 500 Euro incl. 100 free kilometres |
| Daily rent (4 – 24 h) | 500 Euro incl. 150 free kilometres | 600 Euro incl. 150 free kilometres |
| 3/4-day rent (Mo-Fr / Fr-Mo) | 1,500 Euro incl. 500 free kilometres | 1,850 Euro incl. 500 free kilometres |
| Weekly rent (7 days) | 2,100 Euro incl. 700 free kilometres | 2,600 Euro incl. 700 free kilometres |
| Monthly rent (30 days) | 6,000 Euro incl. 2,000 free kilometres | 7,000 Euro incl. 2,000 free kilometres |
| Security deposit | 1,500 Euro (EU) / 2,500 Euro (non-EU) | 2,000 Euro (EU) / 3.000 Euro (non-EU) |
| additional kilometres | 2.50 Euro per kilometre | 3.50 Euro per kilometre |
As an introduction to the world of Alpcars, there is also the option of booking taster drives. As an appetiser, it is the ideal gift for Porsche fans. From there you set off on the approximately 70-minute Hochkönig route. At the car park on the Hochkönig you can take wonderful souvenir photos with the Cayman GT4 RS or 911 Carrera 4 GTS. The prices are 300 euros for a ride in the 992 and 350 euros in the Cayman GT4 RS.
© David Fierlinger, Elferspot
How far in advance do I need to book a vehicle?
- Ideally as early as possible
- Early booking discount when booking at least 30 days in advance (daily hire € 50, from three days € 100)
- At least 3 hours before the start of the rental period
What are the collection times for your vehicles?
- Monday – Friday between 8 am and 6 pm
- On weekends only by arrangement
Are there any additional services?
- Included free of charge: additional drivers
- For an additional charge: delivery and reduction of the insurance excess
How does a rental work?
- You choose the vehicle and arrange a desired date
- The rental agreement, including the handover protocol, is drawn up on the day the rent begins
- After the introduction to the vehicle and its functions, it’s time to get started
What do I need to rent?
- minimum age depending on the vehicle
- Deposit in cash or by credit card and payment of the rental fee
- a valid driving licence
What happens to the deposit?
The deposit serves as security for us and for you during the rental period. If the vehicle is returned without damage, the deposit will be returned to you immediately! (Please note for credit card deposits: depending on the card provider, it may take a few days to cancel the deposit)
Can I leave my vehicle with you?
Of course! You are welcome to park your vehicle safely in our garage.
All further details can be found directly on the Alpcars homepage
