1957 Porsche 356 Speedster 65000 Miles Ruby Red 60 hp, 1,600 cc, OHV air-cooled

Description for Porsche 356 1957

1957 Porsche 356 A 1600 S SpeedsterS/N: 82909 Engine # P*64068*60 hp, 1,600 cc, OHV air-cooled Type 616/1 4-cylinder engine,4-speed manual transmission, dual Solex carburetors, independent front suspension with laminated torsion bars, parallel trailing arms,independent rear swing axles with torsion bars and tubular shock absorbers, and four-wheel drum brakes. Wheelbase: 82.7”.The Porsche 356's pedigree is one that helped define the sports car industry; along with the 356 being Porsche's first production car. Porsche cars by the 1950s were on their... way to establishing the company as the motorsports leader that it remains today.During this period Porsche cars were already making their mark in America when the US Porsche distributor Max Hoffman asked Porsche to design a sports car that would be both competitive, durable, and more reliable against the lower priced British sports cars.Porsche's answer was a lightweight version of the 356; the Speedster with its distinct lines, excellent balance, lowered removable windscreen, side curtains, minimal trim, and very capable performance. The Speedster was a must have for any serious racer during the 1950's.The iconic Speedster still remains one of the most desirable vintage collectible Porsches today.According to the Porsche Certificate of Authenticity, and Kardex:This 1957 356A / 1600 S Speedster (serial number 82909, Production was completed at the Porsche factory on January 18th, 1957, Original factory options included Sealed Beam Headlights, Rear Seat, and USA Bumpers. The car retains it original engine matching number (rebuilt).This Speedster is the recipient of a full restoration that was completed in 2013. Restored to its original Ruby Red paint, which and is an outstanding example of a Porsche restoration; and has been driven very little since. Panel fit is near perfect on this Speedster.This Speedster's interior has been completely reupholstered with period-correct materials and is fresh, accurate and complete. The original Speedster Racing Style Seats have been recovered in Black Leatherette w/Red Piping. Along with the carpeting and side trim being finished with the correct Oatmeal square weave provided by Autobahn Interiors. The Soft Top and Tonneau are finished in Black and are As New condition. The chrome trim is in excellent condition.Kardex and Certificate of Authenticity available upon request.New Koni ShocksNew Michelin XZX TiresNew Interior Seats (Autobahn)New Interior Carpets (Autobahn)Fresh Tune UP - New Spark Plugs - New Spark Plug Wires$365,000Contact: Darwin Stone 417-202-4317 (Direct)