---------- 3/2/2024 - One Set Currently Available ----------
These are the most sought after headlights used on early Porsches. The factory used them on the 911R, the 911ST and the 911RSR and most rally builds. These are the real deal and they are being professionally restored to perfect, concours level condition.
Status: This has been sent out for restoration of the reflectors which includes copper and nickel plating followed by the vapor deposited aluminum process. Delivery is anticipated to be 6-8 weeks. At this stage you can order them with clear beams, amber low and/or amber high. Most popular by far are clear low beams and amber high beams.
JA Comment: This is my favorite product as I enjoy the restoration process and the delight shown by buyers is really gratifying.
Restoration Process
- Reflectors – stripped, copper plated, nickel plated, polished, followed by vapor deposited aluminum plating and a protective silica layer – Why aluminum?
- Housings – the exquisite Hella SB19 housings produced by Eric Linden
- Outer Lenses – new with correct Hella lettering
- Lens Gaskets – new
- Chrome Trim Rings – chrome plated brass like the originals, not steel which is mostly used in reproductions
- Adjustment Screws – new high grade stainless steel with nyloc nuts for easy removal
- Fender Mounting Screws
- Fender Mounting Gaskets
- Bulbs – new high performance Tungsram H1 bulbs as recommended by Daniel Stern our Lighting Consultant
- Bench Tested
- Packed professionally and shipped
Authentic Cibié Bi-Iodes are getting very hard to find as comparatively few were made and prices of genuine ones are rapidly rising, except here. These are one of the finest upgrades that you can install on an air cooled Porsche. They're like the fine jewelry on any 911 build, a crowning touch and a conversation starter. And the crowning jewels on every R, ST and RSR build.
Recent Cibié 170mm Bi-Iode Sales History
- 2/12/21 - Restored set sold for $3,200.00
- 11/9/21 - Restored set sold for $3,200.00
- 4/21/22 - Restored set sold for $3,200.00
- 8/01/22 - Restored set sold for $3,500.00
- 11/10/22 - NOS set sold for $3,500.00
- 8/31/23 - Restored set sold for $3,500.00
- 1/15/24 - Restored set sold for $3,500.00
Cibié Bi-Iodes perform brilliantly with the new GE Megalight Ultra +120 high performance H1 bulbs.