1959 Porsche 356A 1600 Reutter Coupe
Chassis No. 107183
Engine No. 73642
An Extraordinary, Early 356 in Meissen Blue over Red Livery - as
Delivered
Original Numbers-Matching Engine
Verified by Porsche Kardex & Porsche Certificate of
Authenticity
Stunning Restoration with Over $60K in Recorded Expenses
Incredible Driving Example, Suitable for Display & Vintage
Touring
Accompanied by Correct Manual, Tool Kit, Jack & Spare Tire
Assembly
The 356 model line expanded and evolved throughout the 1950s and
quickly gained an enthusiastic following with each subsequent new
variant. Mechanical improvements and additional comfort increased
drivability. Further changes took place in 1958 with new steering
and the now twin carbureted, 1,600 cc engine reverting back to
standard bearings and cast-iron cylinders. With their beautifully
minimalistic design and carefree drivability, 356A's and Pre-A's
have become highly sought after and truly represent the core
essence of Porsche.
Offered here is a sporting example of the last model year 356 A
Coupe. 107183 was completed on March 31, 1959 as a U.S. equipped
Ruetter Coupe, distributed by Hoffman Motor Car Company of New
York, wearing exquisite Meissen Blue paint over Red leatherette
upholstery, as confirmed by accompanying Porsche Kardex and
Certificate of Authenticity. In the previous decade, this
California car was the recipient of a comprehensive restoration to
outstanding results of which still present very well today. The
previous caretaker whom commissioned the effort, coordinated top
specialists around the Costa Mesa area to complete the rotisserie
restoration, with over $60,000 in recorded expenses at the time.
All mechanical and electrical systems were addressed and refreshed
to new, as were the cosmetics, including a fully tailored leather
cabin with all instruments in proper working order. The car
displays tight panel fit and excellent, thin finishes as the car
was properly stripped beforehand. Its body #183 appears stamped on
the rear deck lid, which covers its original and appropriately
displayed 1600cc engine. A corresponding 10/58 date stamped gas
tank resides up front, as does the matching spare tire assembly
with leather strap, original jack and a concours quality tool
kit.
Drivability and power is absolutely dialed in. We recently had the
privilege to display the Porsche at a local Cars & Coffee event in
Downtown Houston, and not only was the reception overwhelming, but
we were beyond impressed with the 356's handling and ease of use in
modern traffic and freeway speeds - a truly versatile instrument
for nearly any vintage automotive event. Quality "A" coupes are
becoming very difficult to source as Pre-A's have sky rocketed in
values. They are the essence to the birth of Porsche and will surly
continue to appreciate in popularity - especially in unique factory
form, such as this example. 107183 offers many possibilities to its
next caretaker and is now available for worldwide purchase and
delivery from our Houston, Texas showroom.
$189,500.00
To learn more about this vehicle, please contact our sales
department at (281) 497-1000 or
[email protected]
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