Porsche 356 1959 Conv D

Description for Porsche 356 1959

Thisis a very rare one year only 1959 Conv D roadster. This is what replaced the Speedster for the 1959 model year. There were only 1331 A model roadsters

This car had the advantage of the T2 improvements along with roll up windows and more headroom but with the top down the look of the Speedster;

The t2 1958-59 had the larger ZF steering box bigger front spindles and the shifter moved back along withthe zenith two barrel carbs. with late style throttle cross shaft.

These improvements greatly added to the fantastic driving feel of these cars .

Thiscar was restored12 years ago and has 2300 miles on this original numbers matchengine..

The body ; It has older black paint job that was done years ago but has nice shine and depth with no cracking and maybe a couple of tinyblisters and avery few rock chips but no dents. The car was originalMeissen blue with optional red leather.A very stunning combo offered two years only..This car has not been clipped. It has the id 70 in the doors and engine lid butI can't find the id in the never kinked hood.. 1958 dated gas tank clean and shiny inside never coated. with sealer. Glass reflectors one is cracked.

The gaps are very nice. It has had new pans and battery floor replaced. at that time. Check the picture of the back side of the nose panel . Never damagedthat is rare as hens teeth

All the glass was new at that time. All chrome was redone to show quality. The5 wheels are Lemmerz rechromed.

The interior;

All gorgeous newfullleather as original special ordered new carpet, top and boot was done then as well.

Mechanical;

Thetrans is a BBAB dated the 28th week of 58 possible a little early . It is in perfect smooth shifting and quiet condition

The brakes were all new shoes cylinders and the drums were sent out for reconditioning. New shocks.

The completely new bearings reconditioned B rods, ig bore a super cam late aluminum base rockers and super zenith carbs. New muffler.The heads rebuilt with New guides valves..The car a very strong runner andnever any smoke..

These rare conv D don't come up forsale to often and they are agreat investment..that can be driven . This car gets al lot of attention and comments .

It can be seen by appt . Please do not bid if you are not able to complete purchase. An immediate deposit is required on a buy it now. Ask questions ask for specific pictures due your due diligence before you buy. Inspections welcome by apt by buyer or agent , car can be seen on lift .

Thanks for looking!