Vehicle Description
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Trailer:1955-porsche-356-pre-a-speedster
1955 Porsche 356 Pre-A 1600 Speedster
Chassis No. 81048
Engine No. 82536 (1958 1600cc 'Super')
Transmission No. 7296 H5 (Matching Numbers)
A Late 356 Pre-A Production Speedsters
• Completed November 1955 - with speedometer in miles, sealed beam
headlights, and delivery to the U.S. through Hoffman Motors
Corporation New York
Period-Styling Presentation performed by DriverSource
Retains Original Matching Stamped Body Panels
• Engine Lid (048), Hood Hinge (48), And both Doors (48)
• All 4 1955 Dated Stamped Wheels
• Correct Pre-A Instruments
Includes factory Porsche Kardex
Recent Major Mechanical Services and Detail Performed
• 2016-2020: Charging and Electrical Work - Complete 12v Conversion
and Restoration, Fluid Refresh, Thorough Engine Tuning and Cosmetic
Refurbishment, Rebuild/Restore/Refinish Fuel System, R&R
Carburetors
• 2022: New (x5) 165HR16 Avon Turbosteel Tires with Michelin Tubes,
Aluminum Drum Covers, Powder Coated Wheels, Custom Tailored Premium
Green Leather Upholstery with matching Carpeting and Binding, and a
1-off Bespoke Stainless-Steel Muffler by Richard Thomas of TT
Exhausts - All performed by DriverSource Fine Motorcars
Extensive service records and file included with the sale.
Excellent body fitment throughout.
Displays great road manners
48,860 Recorded Miles
Eligible For Numerous Vintage Driving Events, Including the
California Mille, Colorado Grand, and the Mille Miglia
Offered with Jack, Spare Tire with Correct Strap, Hubcaps, Period
Racing Helmet, Driving Gloves, Tonneau Cover and Side Curtains in
Storage Bag
Conceived to meet a specific price point, The Porsche 356 Speedster
was a spartan purpose-built sporting machine with minimal equipment
and no needless accoutrements. Speedsters included a revised
windshield that significantly lowered the look of the car. A chrome
strip down the side of the car was also added and gone were
unnecessary items such as an effective top. Instrumentation had
been reworked to have only three dials. With the reduced weight
from the elimination of many trim items, these cars looked great
and were even more exciting and fun to drive.
Very late Pre-A Speedsters such as this, are known as the
transition cars. An early chassis with a later engine, as the 356A
Coupes and Cabriolets were already in production. Porsche Service
Bulletin 1/56 announced the 356A Speedster, starting with chassis
number 82000 (officially Typ 644 began with car 82001) making this
car one of the last Pre-A speedsters. It also states from 80856
onward, 1600 engines would be installed in the Pre-A chassis and
sold as a 1956 model. According to Heinrich's "Porsche Speedster
Typ 540" book, the last 356 Pre-A speedster was 81234.
Offered for Worldwide purchase and delivery from our Houston, Texas
showroom, this special 356 is ready for immediate vintage touring
enjoyment. As this model continues to be one of the most
recognizable, collectable Porsches to date, unique examples such as
this will always garner admiration among enthusiasts. Eligible for
prestigious events throughout the world, this charming Speedster is
worthy of serious attention.
The above vehicle information is accurate to the best of our
knowledge at the time it is posted to this website. It is provided
'as-is', without warranties as to its accuracy, whether expressed
or implied, and is intended for informational purposes only.
Corrections or additional information is always appreciated.
All advertised prices exclude government fees and taxes, any
finance charges, any dealer document preparation charge, and
shipping expenses. Vehicles are subject to prior sale. DriverSource
is not liable for any errors, omissions, or mistakes.
