While the Lada name typically conjures up images of utilitarian and budget-friendly vehicles, the Safari Landau flips the script. Developed by the niche German firm Bohse, the car borrowed the Lada Samara’s chassis but underwent a dramatic transformation. Porsche's engineers intervened to fine-tune the drivetrain, engine, and even elements of the vehicle's styling, a collaboration reminiscent of its involvement with the Mercedes E500 and Audi RS2 Avant.

The resulting creation featured a removable front roof panel, a folding canvas rear section, and a miniature bed in the back, more suited to light gear than actual hauling. With its compact form, smaller than a Subaru BRZ, the Landau was truly multifunctional. Inside, it retained a minimalist cockpit, a manual gearbox, and an analog control layout that screams 1980s charm. And with just over 10,600 km on the odometer, this specimen listed by AlphaCars remains in almost original condition, from the Bohse-branded steering wheel to its unblemished interior trim.

For most buyers, nearly 29,000 USD (roughly 108,000 SAR) might sound excessive for a front-wheel-drive oddity with Soviet roots. But collectors see something more: a relic from a strange automotive crossroads, where German innovation met Eastern European accessibility. The good news for potential owners is that many parts are still available due to the long production run of the Lada Samara.

The Safari Landau isn’t about practicality, it’s a conversation starter, a showpiece for eccentric tastes. It’s perfect for someone who values uniqueness and wants a car with a story. In a sea of generic rides, this is the kind of offbeat masterpiece that turns heads and raises eyebrows.