http://cars.brick7.co.za/extra/siteimages/rss_logo.gifhttp://cars.brick7.co.za http://cars.brick7.co.za http://cars.brick7.co.za/porsche/356/1286257.html 1286257 Sat, 02 Feb 2019 21:53:12 -0700 Location : Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng
Year : 1959
Used, The 356 was the first production car for Porsche. It was a rear-engine, rear wheel drive sports car that was very light and had unmatched handling characteristics. The car was available as a two door coupe and also as an open top. Porsche engineers continued to improve the car in the years of production. This increased the cars popularity and also contributed to its success on the racetrack. Production started in 1948 and the first 50 cars were produced in Gmund, Austria. The factory relocated to Zuffenhausen in 1950 and production of the 356 continued until April cars were produced of which approximately half have survived. This specific car is a magnificent example of this very pretty and desirable Porsche 356. This is a numbers match 1959 car, the first year that syncro rings were introduced in the gearbox. This car was originally blue but repainted red about 40 years ago by the previous owner who owned the car for 26 years. The current owner has owned the car for 15 years. Car has had minimal upgrades and touch ups over the last few years but completely original except for the rims which have been chromed and Sebring style exhaust. It is the opinion of many collectors that the 356A is the prettiest 356 ever made and it is not difficult to see why they say so! An appreciating classic Porsche that is almost 60 years old and can be driven every day. Please take note that all cars can be viewed by appointment only.. POA ]]>