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1958 Porsche 356 Speedster-california Car Same Owner For Over 33 Years! on 2040-cars

Year:1958 Mileage:79000
Location:

Woodland Hills, California, United States

Woodland Hills, California, United States
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1958 PORSCHE 356 SPEEDSTER

CALIFORNIA CAR-SAME OWNER FOR OVER 33 YEARS!

OFFERED FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION FOR THE FIRST TIME IN OVER THREE DECADES!

 

                    In the early 80's, after a considerable amount of searching, the current owner purchased a super original, rust free, 

                    un-molested example of the iconic Porsche 356 Speedster. Critical in his search were the following criteria;  

  •          Rust free and without body damage
  •          Correct and as authentic as possible, without modifications
  •          Factory correct color, preferably Ruby Red
  •          Original matching number drivetrain

                     Although an extremely nice original example when purchased, the new owner had the desire and wherewithall to 

                     enhance the condition of his new aquisition. With the help of some of the best craftsmen in Southern California,

                     he was able to preserve and upgrade his Speedster to the level at which it is presented for sale today.

 

BODY AND PAINTWORK- The body panels and sheetmetal are original to the car, which has never suffered from rust or rot.

                     Before the car was repainted over 25yrs. ago, it was stripped to bare metal and metal finished so that an absolute

                     minimum of any type of filler was used. It was resprayed in the correct Porsche Ruby Red, the same color it left

                     the factory and for which it is coded. Although the paint is almost 25 years old, it could pass as having been painted

                     within the last five years. As is the case with most high quality respays, there are no signs of checking or dullness in the

                     finish. Within the last 5 years, Coachcraft, of Filmore CA. was retained to freshen-up various areas of the Speedster. 

                     Over $25,000. was spent to detail and freshen-up various areas such as engine compartment and undercarriage, pull

                     and reseal the engine, rebuild carburators, rebuild the trans-axle, new shocks, brakes etc. A comprehensive list of 

                     work performed can be supplied to interested parties. 

 

INTERIOR AND TOP- In approximately 1989 the interior and top were completely refurbished by Thomas Tops of Hollywood

                      California, well known in Porsche circles for their exacting and authentic interiors and tops. The scope of work

                      performed included rebuilding and covering the Speedster leather bucket seats, new German square-weave 

                      carpeting and correct rubber floor mats, new German canvas convertible top and side curtains, new leather dash

                      cover, new leather door panels and a vinyl top tonneau. The cost was over $6,500.00 and the quality speaks for 

                      itself. Although 25yrs.old, the interior and top are still in excellent condition and look virtually new.    

OVERALL CONDITION- Most trim and mouldings are original to the car and are in very nice to excellent condition. The

                       wheels are obviously not correct and are the wider 15" wheels typically installed to enhance handling. The

                       Nardi steering wheel was on the car when purchased, the original steering wheel is not with the car. The Speedster is

                       available for inspection by appointment to serious qualified bidders. 

                   

 

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