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1956 356a Super Speedster Completely Restored on 2040-cars

Year:1956 Mileage:822 Color: aquamarine metallic /
 Tan
Location:

Houston, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:4 speed
Body Type:Convertible
Engine:1600S
Vehicle Title:Clear
For Sale By:Dealer
VIN: 82239 Year: 1956
Interior Color: Tan
Make: Porsche
Number of Cylinders: 4
Model: 356
Trim: Super Speedster
Drive Type: rwd
Options: Leather Seats, Convertible
Mileage: 822
Exterior Color: aquamarine metallic
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

Please read all information.  There is no buy it now price.  Price will not be discussed via email.  If you wish to discuss the car further including pricing please call Ken at 713-541-2281.

Rare color combination Aquamarine with Tan Leather interior was only available in 1956.  This car is also equipped with a full tan matching leather tonneau as well as side curtains and woven tan carpet. 

ONLY 850 Speedsters were made in 1956 with less than HALF equipped with a 1600S engine

  • 4 cylinder air cooled 1600S engine
  • 4 speed syncromesh transmission
  • Solex P40 II-4 1500 Carrera carburetors
  • 4 wheel drum brakes
  • 5-16" chrome wheels

Sold new to California.  A complete nut and bolt restoration from 2007 to 2009 with photos and documentation.  All numbers correspond to the Porsche Certificate of Authenticity including the body panels.  Only 800+ miles since restoration.  This may be one of the best speedsters in the world.  Needs Nothing!!

NUMBERS

  • VIN# cast in floor of trunk in front of gas tank:  82239
  • Engine#: *P-80304*
  • Transmission:  28BBAB                 9  16  36
  • Number on split case:  36997/1600S
  • Numbers on split case behing cooling fan shroud:  32      32
  • Number stamped on engine lid under chrome grille:  39
  • Drivers Door post plate:   Reutter  82239    Paint number 607
  • Number on plate next to gas tank:  356A/1600S
  • Number "239" on:  front hood, rear engine cover, and A post door hinge cover

We HIGHLY recommend that all interested buyers personally inspect the car or have it inspected in order that you will be satisfied with your purchase.  The car is shown by appointment only.  Business hours are Monday through Friday 9am-5pm.  Call Ken to make an appointment at 713-541-2281.

A 10% deposit of the sales price is due at the end of the auction by bank wire or cash in person.  The balance is due within 7 days by bank wire or cash in person.  Buyer is responsible for all transportation costs.  Texas buyer will be responsible for tax, title, and license fees in addition to the sales price as required by law.  Out of state buyer will receive title by UPS upon payment in full.  Overseas buyer we can put in direct contact with our shipper with whom we have done business with for over 25 years--they can handle it all for you.

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Driving a vehicle with a military license plate in China provides many privileges. Legally reserved for official vehicles only, the designation apparently allows drivers to enjoy special liberties on the roads, including breaking traffic laws, filling up with free fuel and receiving light-and-siren escorts through congested cities. So attractive are the benefits that there is a secondary market for used legal and counterfeit plates - especially among those wealthy enough to afford luxury cars. But all of that is reportedly coming to an end, as President Xi Jinping, chairman of the Central Military Commission, is on a mission to fight corruption in his country.
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In Porsche parlance, 'outlaw' basically means 'hot rod,' and that definition can vary from person to person. For Jack Griffin and his 1955 Porsche 356 Continental, it means taking a great car to start with and reworking it to become a classic coupe that fits its driver perfectly. The latest video from Petrolicious highlights Griffin's 356 and all of the personalization he has in the beautiful ride.
Griffin acquired this 356 in 1994, but it came in rough shape. That made it the perfect canvas to transform the coupe into the Porsche of his dreams. On the outside, only things like the hood-mounted fuel filler, louvered decklid and Fuchs wheels give it away as something special, but underneath, it is modernized to be a faster, more robust car. Griffin considers it "a piece of art on wheels."
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