Wiesmann

Overview

Wiesmann Sports Cars GmbH manufactures bespoke, hand-built sports cars that combine German engineering with classic British design styling. The company targets automotive purists and affluent enthusiasts with high-performance vehicles, including its first all-electric model, Project Thunderball.¹²⁴

History

Wiesmann was founded in 1988 by brothers Martin and Friedhelm Wiesmann in Dülmen, Germany.²³⁴ The company produced luxury sports cars until facing financial difficulties, leading to its acquisition by Contec Global in February 2016 under managing director Roheen Berry.¹ Berry now serves as owner and CEO, guiding the brand toward electric vehicles like Project Thunderball while preserving its heritage of bespoke craftsmanship.¹²

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Manufacturing

Vehicles are hand-built at the headquarters in Dülmen, Germany, emphasizing bespoke designs and in-house craftsmanship.² Production focuses on high-performance sports cars merging German engineering with custom elements.¹⁴

Notable Products

• Project Thunderball - All-electric two-seater convertible sports car with advanced German-engineered powertrain and classic Wiesmann styling.
• Historical bespoke sports cars - Hand-built models known for blending German precision engineering with British elegance, produced from 1988 onward.

Reputation

Wiesmann is recognized by connoisseurs for its iconic, hand-built sports cars that prioritize purist driving experiences and bespoke customization.²⁴ Enthusiasts value the brand's heritage and shift to electric performance with Project Thunderball, though its small-scale production limits broader market presence.¹² Professionals note its niche appeal among affluent collectors in Europe, North America, and Asia.²