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FOR SALE: 1957 Porsche 356 A Carrera GT/GT Lightweight Coupe

This 1957 Porsche 356 A Carrera GT/GT Lightweight Coupe (chassis 100913), offered by Broad Arrow Private Sales, is one of just 26 factory-built competition models produced that year—making it one of the rarest and most authentic racing Porsches of its time. Delivered new to Hoffman Motors in New York on...

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1958 Porsche 356 Odyssey

When Henk Spin purchased a 356 A Coupé as a restoration project, he had no idea that it was not a standard-issue vehicle, but rather a factory one-off full of special requests. Ten years later, the 1958 classic car had been restored to its former glory in the special color...

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FOR SALE: 1959 Porsche 356A Super Convertible D

Highlights VIN 86773 Engine No. 84543 – Matching Transmission No. 33733 Porsche Kardex Completed on July 16, 1959 This 1959 Porsche 356A Super Convertible D represents one of the finest iterations of Porsche’s early open-top touring models. Finished in its original and desirable color combination of Silver Metallic (5706) over...

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Porsche Of The Day: 1958 Porsche 356A Speedster

The Porsche 356, designed by Ferry Porsche, was based on the Volkswagen his father created, featuring a platform chassis, rear-mounted air-cooled engine, and torsion bar independent suspension. Shortly after the release of the original 356 coupe, a cabriolet followed. In 1952, Porsche produced 15 roadsters at the suggestion of US...

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VIDEO: 1956 Porsche 356A Speedster

Drawing heavily from the Gläser-built 356 America of 1953—and even keeping the Type 540 designation—the now-legendary, Reutter-built Speedster arrived in 1954. Its creation was largely driven by Porsche’s U.S. importer, Max Hoffman, who clearly understood American buyers and persuaded the factory to produce models tailored specifically to that market. Built...

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Porsche Of The Day: 1956 Porsche 356 A 1600 ‘Super’ Speedster by Reutter

Designed by Ferry Porsche, the 356 was based on the Volkswagen created by his father, Ferdinand Porsche. Like the ‘Beetle’, the 356 used a platform chassis with a rear-mounted air-cooled engine and torsion bar independent suspension. The 356 saw constant development, with its engine growing to 1.3 and then 1.5...

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FOR SALE: 1956 Porsche 356A Super Speedster

While the staff here at Stuttcars can never get enough of Porsche’s latest GT3s and 963 prototypes, there’s true reverence for the sports car that founded the company, the 356. It’s true beauty in its simplicity, the 356 has earned a spot in collections the world over with a reputation...

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FOR SALE: 1957 Porsche 356A 1500 GS/GT Carrera Speedster

Carrera Speedster In 1955, less than a year after the 356 Speedster model was introduced, Porsche built the first example equipped with the competition-derived four-cam Carrera engine. The result was a brilliant dual-purpose sports car, and the Carrera Speedster continued to be improved and refined throughout production. For 1957, Porsche...

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Porsche Of The Day: 1958 Porsche 356A 1600 Speedster

1958 Porsche 356A 1600 Speedster by Reutter Darin Schnabel ©2013 Courtesy of RM Auctions

Introduced in late 1954, the Porsche 356 A Speedster continued as a stripped-down, affordable, sports-oriented convertible within the 356 A generation. Featuring a removable cut-down windshield, a lightweight detachable top, and side curtains instead of roll-up windows found in the 356 A Cabriolet, the Speedster embodied simplicity. Initially powered by...

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FOR SALE: 1957 Porsche 356 A Speedster

Speedster, the one and only Introduced in late 1954, the Porsche 356 Speedster was a true dual-purpose sports car – one that could serve as both daily transportation and, with minor modifications, a successful weekend race car. Originally priced at $2,995 – well below Porsche’s Coupe and Cabriolet models –...

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1950.06.19, Porsche 356/2 Construction Drawing

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Porsche 356A Speedster Zagato

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FOR SALE: A Remastered Porsche 356 By Emory Motorsports Is Up For Sale

A rare Emory Motorsports restomod 1958 Porsche 356A is currently up for auction on Bring A Trailer and is said to be the fifth Emory Special built. Emory Motorsports is a company that makes the best Porsche “Outlaw” cars. The attention to detail is stunning and there are few more...

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Porsche Of The Day: 1959 Porsche 356A Emory Outlaw Sunroof Coupe

Emory Motorsports is a company that makes the best Porsche “Outlaw” cars. The attention to detail is stunning and there are few more beautiful machines to exist. This particular model based on a 1959 Porsche 356A is no exception to Emory Motorsports’ reputation. It’s immaculate and absolutely gorgeous. The car...

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SCI Test – Porsche 356A Speedster 1600

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Porsche Of The Day: Porsche 356 A Carrera Speedster

It’s really hard not to love this Porsche 356 A Carrera Speedster! Photo Credit: Ted7 (@iamted7)...

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FOR SALE: 1957 Porsche 356A Carrera 1500 GT/GT

“Best of the Best” 356A Carrera Facts 1957 Porsche 356A (T1) Carrera 1500 GT/GT chassis no.100369 Exterior color: Silver Metallic/ 5706 interior color: Black ODOMETER: 2,690 miles Engine N0. 90724 Transmission No. 14902 Numbers Matching Highlights The first steel-bodied Carrera GS GT imported into the U.S. Numbers-matching engine #90824 (not...

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FOR SALE: 1957 Porsche 356 A Speedster Previously Owned By Michael Lang Now On Sale

Collecting Cars is currently offering a 1957 Porsche 356 A Speedster that was purchased and owned for 50 years by the famous co-creator of Woodstock Music & Art Festival, Michael Lang. Michael Lang started out as an owner of a head shop that was based in Coconut Grove, Florida. After...

The 356/356A Speedster: 9 Reasons Why It’s The Best Classic Porsche That Isn’t A 911

1954 356 Speedster, one of the first off the production line bound for America

Let’s face it, the Porsche 911 was the most successful model produced by Porsche in the 20th century, and it is only in recent years that it has started to be outsold by the Macan, the Cayenne, and the Taycan. But many who are not wise in the ways of...

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VIDEO: 356A Coupe Post Restoration Test Drive

Join Road Scholars’ Cam Ingram and Udo Reisinger as they take the 1958 Porsche 356A Coupe on its final post restoration test drive....

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Life In the Open – Porsche 356A Speedster, 356B Roadster, 356C Cabriolet

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FOR SALE: Well-Maintained 1958 Porsche 356A Convertible D Up For Sale!

Produced in 1959 only, the Porsche 356 Convertible D was the replacement for the 356 A Speedster. In many ways this reflected Porsches desire to make more expensive and premium models. As a result, the $3,695 Convertible was much more expensive than the Speedster it replaced. As such the new car featured roll-up...

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FOR SALE: This 37K-Mileage 1958 Porsche 356A Speedster Could Be Yours!

The Porsche 356A Speedster is a beautiful car and an important part of Porsche’s long motoring history. There’s a 1958 version of the car for sale at Bring A Trailer right now. This Porsche has remained under the ownership of a single family from 1967 to 2022 and joined the 1987 La Carrera...

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VIDEO: 1959 Porsche 356 Carrera GS/GT Review

Under the leadership of Ferdinand Porsche’s son, Ferry Porsche, the 356 was envisioned as a lightweight, nimble two-seat sports car. It featured independent suspension at all four corners and a rear-mounted, air-cooled four-cylinder engine. Erwin Komenda penned the now-iconic body shape, which was initially hand-formed in lightweight aluminum before later...

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VIDEO: Lorenzo’s Million Mile Porsche 356

This is no ordinary Porsche “I’ve had so many great times in it, all over the world. Even the Eskimos like it!” As you may have guessed, this is no ordinary Porsche; Lorenzo has owned his 356-A since he was 21, and in his over 50 years of ownership he...

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