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54 - 1956 Porsche 356 A Speedster
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Estimate €210,000 - €240,000
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1956 Porsche 356 A Speedster Manufacturer: 1956 Porsche 356 A Speedster Vehicle registration document: German registration certificate Chassis No.: Chassis No. 82816 - One of the most sought-after versions of the Porsche 356 - Extensive maintenance and restoration work - Superb condition, both inside and out   According to its factory Kardex record, this Porsche 356 A Speedster was delivered new on 7 December 1956 to the renowned New York importer Max Hoffman, in red with black imitation leather upholstery and English-language instrumentation. The Kardex also records maintenance work carried out on 4 June 1958 at 19,450 km; later in its life, the car returned to Germany, its country of origin. It was undoubtedly based in Bavaria, and the extensive file of invoices that accompanies it shows that, from 2000 onwards, it underwent significant expenditure on maintenance and restoration. In 2025, it was sold to the current owner by the estate of a collector who ran a bodywork restoration workshop in Bonn, and is in immaculate condition, finished in an attractive cream colour with a brown soft top. It is fitted with a Porsche 912 Type 616/34 engine, an air-cooled flat-four which represents a logical evolution of its original engine, based on the same architecture. This modification is not uncommon, as Speedster engines have not always stood the test of time, whilst the 912 offers increased power and reliability. An iconic model from the early days of the brand’s sporting success, this Porsche Speedster, with its minimalist bodywork and superb finish, the very essence of the 356 in all its purity and will be perfectly at home on mountain passes, in international rallies or on the lawns of the most prestigious classic car gatherings.   German title Chassis No. 82816 - One of the most sought-after versions of the Porsche 356 - Extensive maintenance and restoration work - Exceptional condition, both inside and out 1956 Porsche 356 A Speedster According to its factory Kardex record, this Porsche 356 A Speedster was delivered new on 7 December 1956 to the renowned New York importer Max Hoffman, in red with black faux leather upholstery and instrumentation in English. The Kardex also refers to servicing carried out on 4 June 1958 at 19,450 km; later in its life, this car returned to Germany, its country of origin. It most likely spent some time in Bavaria, and the extensive file of invoices included with the car indicates that it underwent significant servicing and restoration work from 2000 onwards. In 2025, it was sold to the current owner by the estate of a collector who ran a bodywork restoration workshop. It is currently in immaculate condition, finished in an attractive cream colour with a brown soft top. It is fitted with a Porsche 912 Type 616/34 engine, an air-cooled flat-four version which represents a logical evolution of its original engine, whilst retaining the same architecture. This modification is not unusual, as Speedster engines have not always stood the test of time and the 912 offers increased power and reliability. As an iconic model from the brand’s early sporting successes, with its minimalist bodywork and outstanding condition, this Porsche Speedster embodies the very essence of the 356 in all its purity and will be perfectly at home on mountain roads, in international rallies or on display at the most prestigious classic car events. Photos © Marcphotography 1956 Porsche 356 A Speedster Manufacturer: 1956 Porsche 356 A Speedster Registration document: German title Chassis No.: Chassis No. 82816 - One of the most sought-after versions of the Porsche 356 - Extensive maintenance and restoration work - Exceptional condition, both inside and out According to its factory Kardex record, this Porsche 356 A Speedster was delivered new on 7 December 1956 to the renowned New York importer Max Hoffman, in red with black faux leather upholstery and instrumentation in English. The Kardex also refers to servicing carried out on 4 June 1958 at 19,450 km; later in its life, this car returned to Germany, its country of origin. It most likely spent some time in Bavaria, and the extensive file of invoices included with the car indicates that it underwent significant servicing and restoration work from 2000 onwards. In 2025, it was sold to the current owner by the estate of a collector who ran a bodywork restoration workshop. It is currently in immaculate condition, finished in an attractive cream colour with a brown soft top. It is fitted with a Porsche 912 Type 616/34 engine, an air-cooled flat-four version which represents a logical evolution of its original engine, whilst retaining the same architecture. This modification is not unusual, as Speedster engines have not always stood the test of time and the 912 offers increased power and reliability. As an iconic model from the brand’s early sporting successes, with its minimalist bodywork and outstanding condition, this Porsche Speedster embodies the very essence of the 356 in all its purity and will be perfectly at home on mountain roads, in international rallies or on display at the most prestigious classic car events. Photos © Marcphotography
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