RCH (Replicar Hellas, formerly Beetlekitcars) was founded in 2007 in

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, by Elias Gaganelis, and produces high-quality replicas, mostly of older

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models. These include a variety of types based on the 356 Speedster, as well as the 550 Spyder, while models based on the

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have also been produced. For many years, the cars could not be legally sold in Greece, with all produced cars exported, mostly to European countries (sales in Greece were allowed since 2014). In late 2016 the company introduced a Beach Buggy model of its own development.https://www.4troxoi.gr/dokimes/rch-buggy-apokalypsi/ RCH 356 GT Replica Genf 2019 1Y7A5099

External links/References

L.S. Skartsis, "Greek Vehicle & Machine Manufacturers 1800 to present: A Pictorial History", Marathon (2012)
(Open Access eBook)
Company websiteRCH AustriaRCH SpainRCH Buggy model introduction

References

Car manufacturers of Greece Retro-style automobiles Companies based in Katerini Greek brands {{Greece-company-stub