1962
In the beginning there was passion
The two brothers are already infected by their passion for motor racing as children. Here is Martin Wiesmann at his first soap box derby.
1976
Dedication is rewarded
Already as young boys it is apparent that the brothers have a knack for cars. Here: Victory at an international 3-hour cart race.
1986
Development and first test drives
The early constructions are developed in a private cellar. After the final checks on the almost-completed chassis they are ready: The first test drives are a success!
1987
Even a diamond must be polished
The Roadster developed slowly, but with solid forms! After many hours of work, the first prototype is developed.
1988
Presentation at the Essen Motor Show
In the founding year of the factory, the circle is complete. Just 3 years after their visit to the 1985 Essen Motor Show, which sparked the foundation of the company, the brothers present the first Wiesmann at the same exhibition.
1989
Beginning of the production of hard tops
The Wiesmann increasingly attracts more attention and the first sales conversations take place. At the same time, the second foothold gains momentum: the production of hard tops.
1991
Acquisition of the Telgenkamp factory
Just a few years after the presentation of the first Wiesmann prototype, the time has come: A bigger production facility is required and acquired.
The production of hard tops and the (ongoing) development of the Roadster take place here.
1993
Production begins for the Roadster MF3
The goal is achieved: After 5 years of development, production of the Roadster MF3 begins - and it is an absolute success!
2005
Premiere of the GT MF4
At the IAA 2005 in Frankfurt; the youngest addition to the Wiesmann family is presented: the GT MF4.
2007
Wiesmann branch office in Frankfurt
The first Wiesmann branch office is opened in Frankfurt/Main and heralds ongoing expansion.
2008
The "glass manufactory" and the GT MF5
Corporate development has reached new proportions, and the old headquarters at Telgenkamp in Dülmen must also pay tribute: it is simply too small. With the opening of the new “transparent factory”, Wiesmann sets a new standard. In keeping with this occasion, the GT MFG celebrates its world premiere.
2009
World premier of Roadster MF4 and MF5
The year 2009 is fully committed to the Roadster: 2 new models expand the Wiesmann family.
The world premiere of the Roadster MF4 in March 2009 at the 79th Motor Show in Geneva in September follows the world premiere of the Roadster MF5 at the 63rd IAA in Frankfurt.
In the beginning therewas passion
A success story
Some lives really seem to be predetermined. The founders of the company, brothers Martin and Friedhelm Wiesmann, have been under the grips of their "car" fascination from early on and until today it has not let go.
A visit to the 1985 Essen Motor Show provided the kick-start for an ambitious goal: the realisation of their own sports car with a fascinating old-fashioned shape, but with state-of-the-art technology. Because the cars exhibited in Essen did not arouse the feeling that Martin and Friedhelm Wiesmann expected of a sports car of this class: passion.
What followed is a prime example of what thought, drive and perseverance can achieve. Their modest beginnings in their cellar were simply the prelude to the impressive development of their company, which today, more than 1,000 sports cars later, continues.
Today Wiesmann is the leading manufacturer for puristic sports cars, with extensive experience in design and car development.
Buckle up and experience some of the milestones of this fascinating success story.