The year is 1951. A still fledgling Dr. Ing. h.c.F. Porsche KG automobile company finds itself closer to the long-held dream of its founder, the recently deceased Prof. Ferdinand Porsche. His dream of cars bearing not just his design but also his name has been realized under the guidance of his son, Ferry.
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When we heard that Amelia Island concours-winning restorer Gary Kempton had turned his team's attentions on Björn Waldegård's 1971 Safari 911ST, the results were always going to be spectacular. Peter Morgan savours the story of a classic 911 and a memorable event. 
'When I see the results of Gary's work, everything is just incredible. I recognised all the little details - absolutely. It's 37 years ago but, when he pointed them out to me, it just all came back.' - Björn Waldegård on the Safari in the March 2008 911 & Porsche World.
Does this look like a sail boat? In 2002, Bob Johnson was looking for a hobby. He narrowed his search down to two possibilities: a vintage Porsche or a sailboat. After rationalizing that he couldn't fit a sailboat in the garage, he opted for the car. And what a spectacular car he chose!
At first sight the car seems much like any other beautifully presented but otherwise quite ordinary Speedster. Look closely though, and you very soon realise that it's something quite different. In fact, it has recieved one of the most subtle and lovingly executed customising jobs you will ever see.
There's a small part of Florida that's like a magic kingdom to early-Porsche enthusiasts, and we're not talking about the one inspired by a certain Mr Disney.
Gary Kempton shares his philosophies of Porsche 356 Restorations with Dick Koenig in 1999 - published in the 356 Registry magazine.