For Sale: 1953 Porsche 356 in Charlotte, North Carolina

This 1953 Porsche 356 Pre-A Reutter Cabriolet - comes as Matching Numbers, Fully Restored. It is now available for preview in Charlotte, North Carolina at Euro Prestige Imports, this rare 1953 Porsche 356 Pre-A Cabriolet comes straight from a private collection in Naples, Florida. A genuine, full matching-numbers example, this car retains its original chassis, engine, transmission, and all moving body panels-including the doors, hood, engine lid, and bumpers-all of which are stamped with numbers matching the chassis.(Look up pictures at the fare end, you can preview the Reutter Report and sample of the binder). Painstakingly restored by a respected Porsche restoration shop, this example showcases the expertise of seasoned craftsmen and fabricators well-versed in early Porsche models. The restoration is documented with over 300 photographs, providing a detailed view of the entire process from start to finish. This is not just a beautifully restored early 356-it's a collector-grade car that's nearly impossible to replicate. Ideal for the discerning enthusiast who appreciates authenticity, provenance, and attention to detail. Key Details: Chassis No.: 60323 Engine No.: 32273 Engine Model: 546 Crankcase: 2PB Carburetors: 32 PBI Bore/Stroke: 74/80 mm Compression Ratio: 7:1 Power Output: 55 hp @ 4,400 rpm Production Number: 1 of only 393 built 208 high-resolution photos available on our website Includes Porsche Certificate of Authenticity Model Year Highlights (1953): Produced between October 1952 and March 1954, the 1953 Porsche 356 featured revised bumpers that continued through the end of the 356A generation. Side-by-side "beehive" taillights replaced the earlier vertical setup, while front signal indicators moved just below the headlights. The new steering wheel included a horn button adorned with the Porsche crest. Mechanically, the 1953 model was notable for introducing the Type 519 gearbox with Porsche's own synchromesh on all forward gears and upgraded 11-inch aluminum brake drums. That year also saw the debut of the America-series coupe and cabriolet-simplified models developed at the request of legendary U.S. importer Max Hoffman. Archive Certificate for VIN: 60323: Painted in : "modegrau" fashingrey R531 (nitro) Dashboard + door-wndow cap painting : "maron" maroon R503 ( N) Interieur. Seat and door panels : "tomatenrot" tomato red leather side panels backseat etc. : tomato red leatherette Carpet : beide Boucle carpet Soft Top : black soft top material A full description of this time capsule will be available to serious buyers. For immediate assistance Call / Text Cyrus Klaesi at +702.286.3248 OR Mario Panayotidis at +704.305.5373. Attention! We are a dealership upon appointment only. For any further information, please call our Office at +704.305.5373. North Carolina, USA - Eastern Standard Time . WE SPECIALIZE IN EUROPEAN SPORTS CARS, TIME TO TIME AMERICANA SPORT PEDIGREE AND ALL OF A KIND RARE TO FIND SUV's / TRUCKS, THAT ENTICE OUR CURIOSITY! WE ALSO HAVE A TEAM OF EXTREMELY SAVVY MASTER MECHANICS, THAT HAVE EARNED THE ABILITY TO MAKE GOOD JUDGEMENTS AND KNOW HOW TO WORK ON BRANDS LIKE; ASTON MARTIN, BENTLEY, FERRARI, MASERATI, MERCEDES-BENZ, PORSCHE & LAMBORGHINI'S - NOTHING IS UNCHARTED TERRITORY, UN_KNOWN IS NOT IN OUR VOCABULARY | CALL OUR OFFICE TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT 704.305.5373 | EUROPRESTIGEIMPORTS.COM