Porsche 356 A 1500 GS Carrera

Chassis 55380: A survivor. A symbol. A standout. Delivered new to Hoffman Motors in New York on January 17th 1956, this car is one of only 390 Reutter-built 356 A Carrera GS coupés ever made. And among that already limited group, this one is even more exclusive: factory-equipped with a Golde sliding sunroof—a unicorn-level option that elevates both its collectability and its charisma. In its lifetime, the original engine was replaced—common for these highly-strung motors—with a correct-spec Type 547/1 four-cam engine, number 90651, still singing the unmistakable four-cam tune. But numbers only tell part of the story. What makes this car truly breathtaking is the quality of its restoration: a full bare-metal nut-and-bolt project carried out in Italy by marque experts. Every detail, every finish, every contour has been executed to concours-level perfection. Its rare original shade of Lago Green Metallic (5605A) was lovingly reapplied, shimmering with a depth and gloss that can only be appreciated in person. The interior, finished in authentic period-correct materials, is anchored by a gorgeous wood-rimmed, alloy-framed steering wheel—a tactile reminder of a time when driving was an art.

But don’t mistake this for a museum piece. This Carrera is alive. Eligible for the Mille Miglia, fully functional, and ready to conquer the world’s most prestigious historic events—or simply to be enjoyed on the open road by someone who understands what they’re holding. Because this isn’t just a Porsche. It’s a mechanical poem. A legacy forged in magnesium and camshafts. One of the finest pre-A Carreras available today. A mythical machine. A driver’s car. A collector’s dream. Now available at Rock ‘N Roll Classics.