Vehicle Description
1958 Porsche 356A Speedster VIN 84695
Completed March 19, 1958
European Collectibles is just finishing a 20-month concour
restoration on a beautiful Meissen Blue 1958 356A T2 Speedster. All
matching numbers per Certificate of Authenticity, including
original decks & doors, original driveline & original color
combination. During the restoration, this 356 was completely
disassembled so that every aspect could be properly addressed. The
356 was stripped down to the bare tub and had minimal rust. All
panels were pre-fit with bumpers, windshield frame and top to
ensure the absolute best result. The complete driveline was rebuilt
including; engine, transmission, suspension, braking system, wire
harness, and fuel system. All the chrome is triple plated, all the
components are OEM or NOS. Absolutely superb in every way, this
356A Speedster is ready for immediate road or concours use.
Complete with tools, jack, books, side curtains, boot cover and
Certificate of Authenticity from Porsche & full photo documentation
of the restoration. Truly one of the best 1958 Speedsters that you
will find with no issues. Ready to put under the tree for
Christmas!
Specification
60 horsepower, 1,582cc OHV air-cooled horizontally opposed
four-cylinder engine with dual Zenith carburetors, four-speed
manual 644 transmission, independent front suspension with
laminated torsion bars, parallel trailing arms, and tubular shock
absorbers, independent rear swing axles with torsion bars and
tubular shock absorbers, and four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes.
Wheelbase: 82.7 in.
History
Porsche has the Speedster to thank for their success in the United
States. Without this little convertible, it could be argued that
Porsche sales might not have ever taken off in the fiercely
competitive U.S. market. The car's low-slung and focused looks
appealed to sports car enthusiasts and its price of just under
$3,000 definitely helped to get Speedsters off the showroom floors
and out onto the open road. Boasting few creature comforts but
excellent driving characteristics, it helped cement Porsche's
reputation in the United States and earned it a hugely desirable
portion of the sports car market at a time when the motto of most
British marques was "export or die."
The Speedster holds a special place in Porsche history, not only as
a sales success but also as an icon of minimalist automotive
design. It remains a beloved vehicle today, and a well-restored and
properly maintained Speedster, such as this example, is on the wish
list of nearly every car enthusiast the world over. This status has
also contributed to a meteoric rise in desirability for these cars,
as they lead the charge for all 356s and 911s that are gaining
momentum in the marketplace. Simply put, no important collection
would be complete without a proper Speedster, as it is an equal in
automotive design and history as the California Spider and 300 SL,
but it further benefits from practicality and ease of use, which
makes it as perfect for running errands as handling twisty mountain
roads. Motoring enthusiasts new to the classic car world are well
served to acquire a "blue chip" Porsche such as this.