The Rally dos Sertões is an off-road race in Brazil that was first launched in 1993, and since then, it’s become known as the toughest race in South America. The 33rd edition of the race took place recently, and automotive enthusiasts Fredy and Susele Piotto Vogt competed in the Expedition category of the race. Motorcycles, quads, and special off-roaders take part in the competition, but the Piotto Vogt family chose to drive something unique to the competition: Susele’s Porsche 911 Dakar, the first Porsche to ever take part in the rally.
The course led to a river crossing, where many participants paused to cautiously handle the water, but Susele simply forded the river in the 911 Dakar, crossing it with effortless confidence. The race covers over two thousand miles, and the Piotto Vogts have traversed it before in other vehicles, but for the 33rd race, they took it on in the 911 Dakar and an SUV. The Expedition category is not counted in the official classification, so participants can drive parallel to the official race, and the Piotto Vogts chose to drive a route much longer than the official race.
In two weeks, the two cars covered an impressive total distance of 4,623 miles. At their home in Campo Largo, Brazil, the couple has a collection not only including the 911 Dakar, but also various classics, dirt bikes, and off-roaders. The couple had a long-time passion for Porsche, but instead of getting a 911 at first, they originally purchased a Cayenne when they found out Susele was pregnant with their son.
Over the years, the Piotto Vogts have owned 19 Porsches, including the Cayman, Macan, 911, Panamera, Taycan, and Boxster. Especially with the 911 Dakar they currently own, their sports cars are thoroughly enjoyed and driven daily. Using the roof tent of the Porsche 911 Dakar as a mobile hotel during the rally, the off-road reimagination of the Porsche 911 showed off incredible versatility, going from a daily driving companion to an adventuring warrior in one of the world’s toughest rallies.
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