Porsche 356 Pre-A 1300

Porsche 356 Pre-A 1300

Cabriolet, 1952

Highlights

  • One of the earliest Porsche 356 Cabriolets with glass bodywork
  • First delivery AMAG Switzerland - Cardex card available
  • Deregistered for over 55 years - a real opportunity for a historic return

1951 Porsche 356 Gläser Cabriolet - Authentic restoration project with rarity value

On behalf of a customer, we are offering a vehicle of exceptional historical relevance and rare authenticity: a Porsche 356 Gläser C abriolet from 1951 - one of the earliest and rarest Porsche Cabriolets ever.

This example was originally delivered to Switzerland by AMAG and has been deregistered for over 55 years - a testimony to the very early history of Porsche. The original Porsche Cardex card is available and documents the original configuration as well as the early vehicle history.

As a specialist workshop for classic Porsche vehicles - with sound experience in the restoration of early 356s - we not only provide technical support for this sale, but are also available for a complete restoration if required. Several Gläser cabriolets have already passed through our workshop.

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Honest restoration project with historical depth

The car was owned by an artist for over five decades, who turned it into a personal art object with numerous creative decorations. In the past, improper welding work had already been carried out on the bodywork - with no emphasis placed on originality or dimensional accuracy.
Nevertheless, this Gläser Cabriolet is an extremely rare and authentic restoration project. The installed engine comes from a VW Beetle and is therefore not original, but the gearbox still appears to match the vehicle.

Gläser coachbuilding - a rarity from Zuffenhausen's early years

Between 1950 and 1952, Karosseriewerke Gläser in Dresden only built around 242 convertibles in cooperation with Porsche. Only a small number of these vehicles still exist today - mostly in restored or collector's hands.
An unrestored example with a documented history, first delivery by AMAG and an existing Cardex card is a real exception - especially with such a long downtime and the possibility of authentic restoration.

Vehicle data

  • Model: Porsche 356 Gläser Cabriolet
  • Year of manufacture: 1951
  • Body: Gläser, Dresden
  • Engine: VW Beetle engine (not original)
  • Gearbox: Original (according to inspection)
  • Vehicle status: In need of restoration
  • Deregistered since: over 55 years
  • First delivery: AMAG Switzerland
  • History: Cardex card available
  • Previous owner: Artist, owned for over 30 years
  • Location: Germany
  • Number of units: approx. 242 vehicles worldwide
  • Chassis number: On request

Conclusion

This 1951 Porsche 356 Gläser Cabriolet is no ordinary restoration object. It is an extraordinary chapter in early Porsche history - rare, documented and with character. The combination of first delivery, long decommissioning, Cardex proof and the rarity of the Gläser body makes it a special opportunity for collectors and connoisseurs.

Offer price: €229,000 - negotiation possible within limits.

Viewing by arrangement. Further documents and pictures on request, professional restoration assistance or complete restoration by our workshop possible.

Specifications

Year of construction: 1952
Initial registration date: July 2025
Model: 356 Pre-A 1300
Body: Cabriolet
Series: 356
Mileage: 58556 km
Power: 44 HP
Cylinder capacity: 1.3 Liter
Steering: left
Transmission: Manual
Drive: Rear drive
Fuel: Gasoline
Interior material: Leather
Interior color: Red
Exterior color: White
Condition: Restoration object
New / used: Used car
Country of first delivery: Switzerland
Number of vehicle owners: 3
Car location: DEGermany

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Porsche 356 Pre-A 1300

Porsche 356 Pre-A 1300

Price: EUR 229,000
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