Porsche 356 A 1600 Speedster

Delivered new in White over Red leatherette, this late-production Pre-A Speedster now wears a lovely shade of red over a black and tan interior. Notably, it benefits from the factory fitment of the larger 1600 engine (as found in the 356 A), an enhancement over the 1.5-liter engines found in earlier Speedsters.

While its early history is unknown, the car underwent a full restoration in the mid-1990s by world-renowned Porsche 356 expert John Willhoit of Willhoit Auto Restoration in Long Beach, California. Upon its completion in January of 1995, the proud owner would go on to showcase the car at various events, winning multiple class podium awards at the Dana Point, Palos Verdes, ATSC Newport Beach, and Southern California Concours d’Elegance events. In 1996, the car won Best in Show at the Palm Springs Concours d’Elegance.

In 1998, the car exchanged hands where it was enjoyed by a collector in Illinois. It was only then in 2014 the car would appear once more, only this time to enter the custodianship of its current owner. It was noted during the sale of the car that the odometer showed just 1,644 miles since its restoration.

Today the car presents extremely well, showing just under 2,600 miles since its restoration was completed at time of cataloguing. Still retaining its matching-numbers engine per the accompanying Porsche Certificate of Authenticity on file, this Speedster sports a set of correct and date-matching 16-inch wheels as well as stone guard protecting headlamps. Further, the car is accompanied by a set of tools and side curtains.

A true delight to drive, this appealing 356 Pre-A 1600 Speedster is a must-have for any Porsche aficionado!