1957 Porsche 356a Coupe on 2040-cars
Reading, Pennsylvania, United States
1957 all original 356A coupe started as a completely stock solid road car that has been modified in to a vintage race car. This car has a VSCCA log book and has raced in HSR, SCCA and VRG. The car is a turn-key, ready to go racing this weekend. The motor was built by 356 specialist Vic Skirmants. It is a fresh motor with no races on it (has been run to verify good oil pressure, no oil leaks, etc). The engine is set up to run Zenith carburetors and has dual oil coolers in the front of the car. The transmission is also Skirmants built with modified 2nd gear (and subsequent elimination of 1st gear) and Quaife limited slip. This is a best setup for road racing. A street transmission is also available and can be installed if you would prefer that. The Skirmants transmission cannot really be driven on the street because of the lack of 1st gear. The car will come with one transmission, one or the other but not both. Please be in contact with me once the auction is over. The car has been fully race safety certified which means the front suspension has been reinforced, a roll bar installed, a full cell installed and a battery cut off system. The car also features a racing seat, safety belts and quick disconnect steering wheel. The floor, longitudinals, battery box and interior of the car are solid and have no rust or damage. All of the windows are Plexiglas with the exception of the windshield. Over 50 pictures available to view here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/97237189@N04/ The car has the original VIN and I have a clear Pennsylvania title in hand, it is titled as the original 1957 Porsche 356. Chassis #58903. This car can be titled and registered for the street if you so choose. Please email with any questions or if you would like to see the car. EuroMotors @ verizon.net The car is located in the Reading, PA area. Buyer will arrange own shipping or pick up. Winning bidder is required to pay a $1,000 deposit within 24 hours of auction end (overnight cashiers check, certified check or bank wire transfer. U.S. funds only); and the balance will be due within 7 days after the auction is over. Bidders with less than 10 feedbacks must contact me before bidding. I reserve the right to end the auction at any time. Thank you. Over 50 pictures available to view here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/97237189@N04/ Please feel free to contact Nate at 610 779 6089 or EuroMotors @ verizon.net. Thank you. |
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