Porsche 356 Pre-A 1500 Super

Offering one of the most pure and elegant driving experiences extant, this Pre-A is powered by an upgraded 1600cc air-cooled engine. Weighing in at just under 1,700 pounds (770 kg), this tasteful improvement provides a welcomed increase in power without sacrificing factory driving characteristics. Offering a charming interior, – still an influence on Porsche interiors to this day – this Porsche is complete with a body-colored dashboard equipped with a Telefunken radio and optional green-letter Veigel gauges. Many interior updates introduced the previous year like a passenger sun visor and conventional indicator stalk along with the fully reclining seats continued to refine the passengers experience.

Finished in a stunning, period-correct specification of Medium Ivory over Red leather, this US specification ‚Pre-A‘ was originally delivered to California cherished over 50 years of single ownership. Completed in 2017, this Pre-A received a multi-year, nut-and-bolt comprehensive restoration done by marque experts. As per consignor, this comprehensive restoration retained all original body panels and was executed with a tremendous level of attention to detail.

A documented example with a digital copy of its factory Kardex warranty card and Porsche Certificate of Authenticity, this is a seldom-found opportunity to acquire a Pre-A 356 coupe with incredible provenance. With a recently completed, show-quality restoration in period correct colors, this highly collectable vehicle offers enthusiasts one of the earliest and most coveted Porsche driving experiences.