Vehicle Description
1959 Porsche 356 A Convertible D
Bodywork by Drauz
Exterior Paint Color: Meissen Blue
Interior Color and Type: Red Leather
Optional Equipment: Sealed Beam Headlights
Matching Number Engine
Completion Date: October 31, 1958
This attractive Porsche 356 A convertible D was the subject of a
comprehensive restoration in 2016. During that time, It was
refinished in its original color combination of Meissen Blue over a
red interior. Shortly after the restoration was completed it was
sold to a Porsche collector who titled it in Alaska, but always
kept the car in his collection in San Diego, CA. While there,
service and repair work was performed by Wayne Baker's Personalized
Autohaus until he retired, then Black Forest Automotive. Receipts
on hand detail a very thorough post-purchase inspection was
performed by Baker and many minor details were corrected. Later,
after some difficulty with shifting, Baker, rebuilt the gearbox
with all new syncros, bearings, and a taller fourth gear. He also
replaced the clutch, flywheel and axle boots.
After being purchased by European Collectibles in August 2024, the
undercarriage was stripped to bare steel where we found some prior
repairs that weren't up to our standards. The metal work was
corrected and re-coated to concours standards. Next, we set about
fine-tuning the engine and completely rebuilding the brake system.
We are now proud to offer this well-sorted driver that is presented
in its very desirable color combination and complete with a
matching number engine.
