DDK - Die Deutschen Klassiker

Hi, I'm James, and I work at Thornley Kelham in purchasing, logistics, stock control and currently... parts sales.

We specialize in restoration and building restomods, including Porsche 911s and 356s. Occasionally, this means we end up with leftover parts to sell that we’d love to see find their way back into the hands of passionate enthusiasts.

On Darren Thompkins' recommendation, I’ve joined DDK to help facilitate this. Looking forward to connecting and sharing some great parts with fellow enthusiasts!

My father was a salesman for AFN Porsche in Chelsea in the 1980s and early 90s so one day I'm hoping to own a 964 or 993 which it's starting to feel unrealistic! For now I drive a M340i wagon until I win the lottery

Welcome to the forum James.

Maybe you'd like to look at our Traders Supporters packages? I can send you details if you'd like me to

Hi Bootsy

Thank you, could you PM me over the details?

Ah, Thornley Kelham - probably the most impressive operation I’ve had the pleasure of visiting. Awesome work! Say hi to Simon from me.

Would be a great place for a DDK visit!

Welcome

Thornley Kelham wrote: ↑Wed Aug 06, 2025 12:30 pm Hi Bootsy

Thank you, could you PM me over the details?

Pinged you an email as you can’t use the PM function until you’ve made a few more posts

Didn’t you guys do those fantastic lancia aurelias? Loved them

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Welcome to DDK James !

Agree with Keith's comments - some amazing work going on there & a variety of stunning cars - before my visit I hadn't realised what an extensive set-up it is ...

Appears you have someone that used to work with Barry Curtis. Legendary 356 man. Barry's son is a forum member.

Welcome.



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sladey wrote: ↑Wed Aug 06, 2025 9:17 pm Didn’t you guys do those fantastic lancia aurelias? Loved them

That's us. Wait until you see the next one. Turning the wick up for the last three we're making.

neilbardsley wrote: ↑Thu Aug 07, 2025 8:52 am Appears you have someone that used to work with Barry Curtis. Legendary 356 man. Barry's son is a forum member.

Welcome.



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Ah yes Michael builds our 911 restomods

yoda wrote: ↑Wed Aug 06, 2025 7:12 pm Would be a great place for a DDK visit!

Welcome

Sounds like a good idea to me!

Likewise!