Unusual Porsche auction: Engine manufacturer clears out its premises

In the very place where e-bike drives were developed and tested, machinery, bicycles, bike parts and operational equipment are now looking for new owners. An extensive inventory auction is currently taking place on the Restlos platform at Porsche eBike Performance’s Ottobrunn site. The first lots are scheduled to be sold on Monday, 19 October 2026, from 8 am.

The auctioneer does not explicitly name the company in the auction catalogue regarding the site closure. However, the address Marie-Curie-Straße 6 and the testing equipment on offer – which was built specifically for Fazua – point quite clearly to this connection. “Closure of a site belonging to a well-known German manufacturer of e-bike drives: warehouse, production and office equipment, test stations, bicycles, tools and accessories,” states the auction description. BIKE had already reported on the Announced closure of Porsche eBike Performance and Fazua’s business operations reports.

E-MTBs and components: What’s of interest to cyclists

The range of bicycles goes beyond models fitted with Fazua motors. The range includes, amongst others, a Porsche Rotwild eBike Cross and a Raymon Tarok carbon e-MTB from the 2025 model year. The range also includes trekking and everyday bikes, including a Haibike Trekking 10 High.

Even if you’re not looking for a complete bike, you’ll still find relevant items: Fox 38 Factory suspension forks – apparently brand new – shock absorbers, seat posts and other bike parts are on sale, as are clothing and transport accessories. Some items are offered individually, others as a bundle – which could well hold a few surprises. This is because the exact contents and quantities aren’t always clearly stated. For your own workshop, tool trolleys, assembly stands and high-quality tools might also be of interest. Or is your mechanic’s paradise missing a stylish houseplant? That’s on offer too.

Curiosities

It’s certainly worth having a browse through the listings, even if you’re not interested in buying anything. At the very least, we found ourselves having a good chuckle on more than one occasion. For example, several bicycles are on offer under the name ‘Müller & Riese’. Hopefully, these aren’t cheap copies of the well-known German premium manufacturer “Riese und Müller”. A “Santa Cruz Werkbank” also raises a smile amongst connoisseurs. This is because a diligent employee has simply stuck a sticker of the popular bike brand Santa Cruz onto a product from the Unior brand.

Uninspected test bikes instead of standard stock from dealers

The e-bikes on offer are described as test bikes; their functionality has not been checked. According to the product details, batteries and accessories are only included in the scope of delivery if they are shown in the images. At least one bike is explicitly offered without a battery.

This makes viewing the bike particularly important. Before bidding, prospective buyers should check whether the battery, charger and control unit are included, what damage is visible, and whether any missing parts can be sourced at all. Any potential repair costs should also be factored into your personal budget. An untested bike cannot easily be compared in terms of price with a second-hand bike that is ready to ride.

The winning bid is not the final amount

The catalogue states a 18 per cent premium and 19 per cent VAT. The bids shown should therefore not be confused with the total price.

A sample calculation illustrates the scale involved: if an 18 per cent surcharge is first applied to a bid of 1,000 euros, followed by 19 per cent VAT on both amounts, the final total comes to 1,404.20 euros. Collection and any necessary repairs are not included in this figure. The cost breakdown for the relevant lot remains the authoritative reference.

Test benches showcase the industrial side of Fazua

Aside from the bicycles, the auction offers an insight into the technical equipment of a drive manufacturer. Among the notable items is an end-of-line test bench for Fazua Ride 60 drive units. According to the lot description, the system is used to test and calibrate motors under load. Among other things, it measures power and torque. This high-end piece of kit is unlikely to have a future in a private bike workshop. It’s a shame that the test bench won’t be able to continue its work, helping to supply us with stylish lightweight e-MTBs.

It is not possible to deduce from the sale of site inventory alone how servicing or the supply of spare parts is organised. BIKE addresses these issues separately in its report on the Announced arrangements regarding Fazua service, spare parts and updates. Looking back makes one feel wistful.