1958 Porsche Other for sale $134,500
| 1958 Porsche Other $134,500 | |
| Car Ad from: Hemmings View Original Ad | |
| Price: | $134,500 |
| Contact: | View Original Ad from Hemmings |
| Location: | Emeryville, CA |
| Details: |
1958 Porsche 356 A 1600 Coupe with Sunroof s/n 101972 engine no. 67304 (included), 87072 (fitted) Burgundy with Tan Leather Interior Porsche began the venerable 356 series as their first foray into sports car production. With much of their success in racing, the world could see that Porsche was a force to be reckoned with. By 1958 the 356 could be purchased with the potent Super engine, initially as a 1500, and later in 1600 form. The 356A became one of the most sought after early Porsches, exhibiting the finest craftsmanship and engineering, particularly in these early cars. This particular example is a nicely restored and beautifully presented car with the rare 1600 engine, featuring a sunroof. It was restored in a very striking color combination several years ago, and has nicely aged via a dedicated 356 collector who enthusiastically used the car prior to selling it in 2011 to Tom Papadopoulos of Autosport Designs, Inc. through Fantasy Junction. Papadopoulos spent an additional amount of time and money refining the car even further over the course of several months (receipts of this work included with the car). While the car appears to expert restorers and Porsche enthusiasts to have been an original sunroof car, the Cardex (known for being occasionally fallible with regard to historic reference) does not include this option. According to the Porsche Certificate of authenticity, the car was delivered October 17th, 1957, painted the highly desirable Aquamarine Blue with Red Leatherette interior. It further records the following options: Sealed Beam Headlights, USA Bumpers, and Speedometer in Miles. During the restoration, the car was stripped and repainted and once again found to have been quite original. The interior was retrimmed in leather using correct carpeting and proper interior detailing. The mechanical systems were all tended to including brakes, tires, shock absorbers, steering damper, and a comprehensive transmission rebuild. While under restoration it was decided that the original engine (Porsche CoA *67304*) be safely set aside and an engine from a 1959 Super would be rebuilt using a big bore kit to add just a bit more delight to the performance. The original, rebuildable long block engine is included with the car. As part of the restoration, the instruments were removed and rebuilt by Palo Alto Speedometer. The car is nicely equipped with clock, full leather interior, Blaupunkt AM-FM shortwave radio, bumper nudge bars, and Speedster type side trim. The body and paint finish have been very nicely preserved overall since the restoration. Consistently straight panels display excellent gaps and fit. The paintwork was done to high standards and remains very nice, although there are a few small scratches and chips from normal use. None of this detracts from the otherwise fine presentation. The majority of the chrome on the car was redone and remains in excellent condition, including the wheels, hubcaps, light trims, window trim, and door handles. The glass and lights are excellent throughout, and the headlamp lenses display correct Hella markings. The car shows great attention to detail, including European amber tail light lenses, and transparent red antenna tip. The interior is handsomely finished, now showing just the right amount of proper patina for a well-sorted car. The full leather upholstery is in very good to excellent condition as is the headliner. The square weave carpeting and molded rubber floor mats are the correct type and remain in excellent shape. The dashboard features nicely restored instruments, including the clock, which all function as expected. The Blaupunkt radio also works, with all switches and controls functional and in excellent visual condition. Competition type lap belts have been fitted, but the interior is otherwise very much as it would have been new. The engine compartment is very clean, nicely detailed, and |