1957 Porsche 356a Sunroof Coupe Super 1.6l on 2040-cars
Weston, Connecticut, United States
Transmission:Manual
Engine:1.6L 1582CC 97Cu. In. H4 GAS Naturally Aspirated
Vehicle Title:Clear
For Sale By:Private Seller
Body Type:U/K
Make: Porsche
Mileage: 80,412
Model: 356A
Sub Model: super
Trim: Super
Drive Type: U/K
Options: Sunroof
Number of Cylinders: 4
Up for auction is a rare 1957 Porsche 356A Sunroof Coupe. I purchased the car in the 1990's and was restoring the car. I'm relocating overseas with my job and have decided to part with the car. It really was a barn find and a time capsule! It had been in Florida, and had been up in Connecticut after that where it sat until I found her. I got the Car home, changed oil, and what was in the tank, put in new points and gas and a new battery and remarkably got the car running again. As you can see from the interior pics the color was originally red with beige interior.
Work Done: Engine was rebuilt, Transmission overhauled, brakes rebuilt, new wheel cylinders, master cylinder etc. brake lines, silicone fluid, drums skimmed and polished, all new ball joints, transmission mounts etc., steering overhauled but rubber puck not yet replaced. New floor with all panels longitudinals, etc. it was replaced nose to tail using Stoddard parts, door pillars in front and behind doors replaced see pics ( surface rust) doors re skinned. Tank removed, cleaned, resealed and refitted, new fuel lines etc. door shims are missing, restorer who was working on the car got very sick towards the end of the work he did - I had to get the car back after he passed away. The work he did on the floors was beautiful, he had restored 20 plus 356's, so he knew what he was doing. The car needs body, paint interior and TLC - I got to drive the car before restoration, I was amazed how well it handled and drove for a 1957 vintage vehicle. Any questions contact me, serious bidders only - I am an honest ebayer, I expect you to be also. payment by wire xfer or certified check with 24 hours of auction closing. I reserve the right to finish the auction early as the vehicle is being advertised locally also. Don't let this one get away - it will make a stunning car! I don't have a title, transaction will be a bill of sale, I can register the car and get a title at buyers expense if necessary.
good luck bidding!
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