Vehicle Description
1958 Porsche 356A Speedster with chrome Rudge wheels
Originally finished in classic Black (color code 5701) with Red
leatherette interior from the factory! Out of 4,145 Speedsters
produced only 141 were special ordered in Black and only 36
Speedsters were ordered in Black, out of only 555 built-in
1958!
European Collectibles did a full concour restoration with no
expense spared over a 20-month period from 2018 to 2019. 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 it had minimal rust. The body and panels are
original and still retain their matching numbers. All panels were
pre-fit with bumpers, windshield frame and top to ensure the
absolute best result. The complete driveline was rebuilt, engine,
transmission, suspension, braking system, new wire harness, and
fuel system. All the chrome was triple plated, all the components
are OEM or NOS. Absolutely superb in every way, this 356A Speedster
is ready for immediate road or concour use. Complete with an
original tool kit, owner's manual, side curtains, boot cover,
Classic Technical Certificate from Porsche confirming all matching
numbers, Kardex, coffee table book of the complete restoration, and
photo documentation of the restoration. Options include chrome
Rudge wheels, US overrider bumpers, deluxe horn ring, and red seat
belts Shown for the first time on Tuesday, August 13, 2019, at the
Carmel-By-The-Sea Concours On The Avenue. Out of the eight
Speedsters shown, this 356 took 1st in class. Truly one of the best
1958 Speedsters that you will find. Everything has been done,
finished in a beautiful original color combination, and is a dream
to drive!
The T2 356A features all of the subtle improvements and updated
details fitted to the T2 Speedster over the brief four-year
production run. 1600cc normal 60 horsepower engine, 644 manual
4-speed transmission, ZF steering box, relocated shifter, high bow
soft top, USA bumpers with override bars, and four-wheel drum
brakes.
Specifications: 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; One of the most desirable collector models is the 356
"Speedster", introduced in late 1954 after Max Hoffman advised the
company that a lower-cost, somewhat spartan open-top version could
sell well in the American market. With its low, raked windscreen
(which could be removed for weekend racing), bucket seats, and
minimal folding top, the Speedster was an instant hit, especially
in Southern California.
