The early history of this car is unknown other than some details that were passed on by the previous owner who claims the car was initially registered in California to a lady, who was the first of four owners. After six years, it passed to its second keeper who owned the car for over fourty years with the last twenty being in storage. The car was then found in Texas before being moved to Florida where it was used at a holiday home for some time by an enthusiastic classic car collector before being exported to the UK in 2014. The car was subject to a bare metal repaint and full mechanical restoration in 2015 before being sold at Salon Prive. Under closer inspection it was found that the underside of the car required further attention.
So the car was sent to marque specialists Export 56 who carried out a further extensive restoration which included cutting out lots of rust from the underside of the car and replacing with new metal including new floors, front and rear closing panels, battery floor, longitudinal sections both sides, heater pipes and outer sills to ensure that there was no rust present whatsoever. A 134 page document accompanies the car which photographically details this process in full and the result is simply outstanding. Now a genuinely rust free example which looks glorious and is running a driving beautifully. A full interior re trim was carried out to a very high standard, including new period correct carpets, headlining and door cards. The brakes have been overhauled and new fuel and brake lines fitted along with a full suspension overhaul, new shocks, wheels refurbished and correct Michelin tyres fitted. All the original brightwork has been re chromed and is looking superb. The car now displays an indicated mileage of 58,000 miles and although unwarranted is thought to be genuine. This a rare opportunity to acquire a very well sorted 356 which retains its original engine and has already had all the money spent on it. The car will be suppled with a full service and 6 months warranty. Delivery is available throughout the UK and we are happy to help with export overseas if required.