Porsche 356 A 1600 Speedster

The 901 transmission was removed and completely rebuilt with new gears and synchromesh by Wills Werk in Fairfax, Virginia. The result was a breathtaking performance from a 2.4-liter custom engine that delivered approximately 180 horsepower.

In 2017, the Speedster was acquired by the 4th owner. The owner’s vision for the vehicle entailed maintaining the stock Speedster exterior while integrating enhanced power and performance by utilizing the Polo Motor and 911 gearbox. Subsequently, in 2019, a meticulous bare metal restoration was initiated. A factory Glasspar hard-top was purchased, fitted, and installed. The hard-top and the body were painted Black (701), and Autobahn Auto Upholstery in National City, California reupholstered the interior. Notable improvements encompassed the installation of a 356C disc braking system, dual-stage master cylinder, Koni shocks in the front, a custom 911 sway bar, 911 rear trailing arm suspension, and Bilstein shocks in the rear. 16″ aluminum rims were custom built by Boyd Coddington, fit to chrome Baby Moon hub caps, and mounted to Pirelli 205 55 ZR16 tires. The undercarriage and battery box are fully detailed, solid, and rust-free.

Mechanically powered by a 2.4-liter Polo motor generating approximately 180 horsepower, mated to a 4-speed manual 901 close ratio 911 gearbox, 911 rear trailing arm suspension, and a four-wheel disc braking system. Complete with a Speedster hard-top, soft-top, canvas boot cover, rear black tonneau cover, a featured article in the May 2012 Excellence Magazine, spare wheel, jack, tool kit, and 19 years of service records. This presents a rare opportunity to procure a very tastefully upgraded Speedster incorporating top-tier enhancements for exceptional performance.