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| 1956 Porsche 356 |
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| Year: |
1956 |
| Make: |
Porsche |
| Model: |
356 |
| Trim: |
N\A |
| Engine: |
2.7 Liter |
| Fuel: |
N\A |
| Color: |
Gt Silver Metallic |
| Miles: |
525 |
| Stock #: |
PO4843 |
| Body Style: |
Convertible |
| Condition: |
Used |
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Vehicle Description
1956 Porsche 356A Polo 2.7-liter Outlaw Sunroof Coupe * VIN 55399 * Polo 2.7-liter flat-four - Producing 225 horsepower * 911 trailing arms with 901 transmission * SC disc brakes * Multi-stage oil cooling system * Factory V Sunroof An extraordinary world-class 356A GT Outlaw performance touring coupe, blending period inspiration with modern capability and an extraordinary level of detail. Combining early Pre-A character with later model 911 engineering. Finished in GT Carrera Silver with a custom black Italian leather interior. This is a Pre-1957 that is eligible to enjoy the Colorado Grand, Copper State, Ramshorn, and/or California Mille! This was an early 1956 build, and the 356 spent the first chapter of its life in Chicago, Illinois, before being placed into long-term storage. It was later acquired by a Dutch enthusiast, shipped to Europe, and restored, finished in Black with Red upholstery, and powered by a 912 engine. The current owner purchased this 356 in 2018 and shipped it to Southern California. It was enjoyed for several years before a vision took shape: an Outlaw restoration centered on lightweight construction, exceptional craftsmanship, bespoke details, and significant performance, powered by a 2.7-liter Polo engine by Dean Polopolus. The body was stripped to steel, prepped, and painted in Glasurit GT Carrera Silver by East Auto Body, a noted Porsche paint shop in Orange County, California. The chassis and body were stiffened and reinforced to accommodate the enhanced performance. The manual sunroof was converted from a hand-pull operation to an electric mechanism with a billet surround release lever. Exterior details were carefully selected and fabricated to create the appearance of a factory-built high-performance 356 that Porsche might have developed. Rare early H1 headlights, one set of approximately 50 sets produced for the 356, were sourced from noted lighting expert John Audette, and vintage Marchal driving lights with yellow bulbs further enhance the 356's purposeful presentation. The lighting has been upgraded internally to LED. Every exterior detail reflects a deliberate blend of Porsche heritage and execution. The front and rear indicator lights are housed in machined billet surrounds designed to appear factory-correct at first glance, with matching custom horn grilles for visual symmetry. A 1953 Pre-A hood pull was installed, while the one-off custom rear grill was machined from a solid plate and mechanically assembled. Integrated into the grill is a Le Mans-era pit light, repurposed with the higher section serving as a third brake light and the lower section as a reverse light. One-off custom HRBB wheels designed by Chris Coddington feature a hand-brushed finish and drilled speed hole detailing, with a full-size fifth wheel in the front trunk. Original 356A wind wings, custom-machined door handles, and carefully considered trim complete the exterior presentation. The interior is stunning and executed to a very high standard. A mohair headliner and German square-weave carpeting were installed, and custom sport seats have been trimmed in Italian leather and are heated. A four-point racing harness and a hand-stitched, padded roll bar in matching leather were installed. The rear seat delete houses dual storage compartments: one for loose items and the other concealing the high-performance audio system. The stereo system includes Bluetooth connectivity, an amplifier, a hidden subwoofer, front and rear speakers, and a center-channel speaker integrated into the dash. The dashboard has been transformed to an early 356 Pre-A dash finished in GT Silver, replacing the later padded arrangement and giving the cockpit a classic competition appearance. North Hollywood Speedometer created a custom gauge package, centered around a New Old Stock speedometer. Complementary gauges were restored and configured to match, including a multi-gauge display featuring fuel level, oil level, oil |
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European Collectibles, Inc
1665 BABCOCK ST
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
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