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Porsche
356A - 1600
1956 - 42 727 KM
149 900 € incl. VAT
Porsche 356A 1600 (1956) – The Icon of Stuttgart in its Purest Form
Description of the vehicle
Elegance in its purest form. Solea Motors is privileged to present a definitive piece of motoring history: a 1956 Porsche 356A 1600. Far more than a mere collector’s item, this model embodies the very genesis of the Porsche legend, marrying a timeless silhouette with precision engineering.
General Information
Engineering Born of Passion Nestled beneath the rear engine lid lies the legendary 1583cc air-cooled flat-four engine. Its unmistakable acoustic signature and driving fluidity offer a genuinely authentic experience; far removed from modern electronic interventions, it provides the pure, unadulterated joy of motoring.
Provenance and Concours Excellence Originally delivered to the United States, this particular example has received meticulous and unwavering attention throughout its life, ultimately securing the top step of the podium at a prestigious Concours d’Élégance. Its deep, lustrous black finish and impeccably appointed interior bear witness to a standard of preservation — or indeed restoration — of the very highest calibre.
The equipment
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Year: 1956
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Model: 356A 1600
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Engine: 1,583cc (Air-cooled)
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Origin: USA (Odometer in miles)
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Certification: Porsche Certificate of Authenticity (CoA) available.
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“Teardrop” Tail Lights: Distinctive feature of the late 356A models (1957–1959).
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Gilt Badging: Gold-finished “Porsche” and “1600” scripts on the engine lid, denoting a luxury specification.
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VDO Instrumentation: Original green-on-black dials, in perfect working order.
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Wooden Nardi Steering Wheel: A quintessential period “must-have,” lending a further air of distinction compared to the standard bakelite wheel.
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Dashboard Chronometers: Dash-mounted stopwatches (Hanhart type); an ideal addition for regularity rallies.
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Period Radio: Period-correct head unit.
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Matching Numbers: All mechanical components are original to the car; only the exterior colour has been changed.
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Twin Zenith Carburettors