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NY73949
Kit cars are a more economical way of owning an exotic classic that is hard to find or has become too expensive for most people to buy. The VW Beetle has always been a popular base used by kit car makers thanks to its versatility and easy availability. The Porsche 356 was closely related to the VW Beetle and shared mechanical components with it. The 356’s designer was inspired by a supercharged Beetle Cabriolet he had at the end of WWII and wanted to build a fast rear-engine, air-cooled, 4-cylinder, rear-wheel-drive car. The 356 was introduced in 1948 and produced (with changes) till the mid-60s. In one and a half decades of production, less than 77,000 356s are said to have been built, contributing to its desirability as a collector’s car. The 365 A (which was the model made from 1955-1959) has become a popular car for creating replicas of (such as this one, which is labeled as a 1958 model).
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This 356 replica is built on a 1973 Beetle chassis by Classic Motor Cars of Miami (as reported by the current owner). It has a black fiberglass body and brown upholstery with a diamond stitch design on the seats. The wooden shifter knob and rim of the steering match the upholstery. There are pockets stitched into the door cards, providing storage space for smaller items. The owner states that this replica has authentic Porsche gauges. The front seats have been fitted with black lap belts for safety. The hood/front trunk is held down by period-style brown leather straps. While this wasn’t fitted to the original 356s, it does look good on this car. While there is no mention of a stereo system, there do appear to be two speakers fitted into the upholstery of the front footwell. A full brown tonneau cover is also included to protect the interior from the elements. The twin exhausts have square chrome tips, which look quite modern.
The 356A was offered with several 1.3L, 1.5L, and 1.6L engine options and a 4-speed manual. This car is reported to have a 1.5L engine from the 1973 Beetle (which was rated for 50PS from the factory). It has a new single carburetor, a new alternator, and a new front wiring harness. There are also four new tires and shocks.
1958 Porsche Speedster 356 Replica
1500cc Flat-4 Engine
Manual Transmission
RWD
Black Exterior
Black Interior
Fiber Glass Body
Built By Classic Motor Cars Of Miami Reported By Current Owner
Full Tonneau Cover
Authentic Porsche Gauges Reported By Current Owner
Drum Brakes
New Single Carburetor
New Alternator
4 New Tires
4 New Shocks
New Front Wiring Harness.
Chassis From A 1973 Beetle With Matching Engine
The Porsche 356 was the first ever commercial model that Porsche made, debuting in 1950. Sharing some common components with the Volkswagen Beetle (which Ferdinand Porsche himself had a hand in), the two cars couldn’t be more divergent in purpose and persona. While the Beetle is a friendly, cute, family car, the Porsche 356 is a lightweight, nimble-handing sports car. It was made in coupe and convertible (Speedster) forms. This makes the 356 one of the most sought-after classic cars these days. It’s not unheard of for mint specimens to fetch high six, or even seven-figure prices. Thankfully, there are plenty of excellent replicas around for those who want the 356 driving experience, but aren’t too fussed about purity. We’ve got to say that this 2007 Vintage 356 Speedster Replica up for sale right now is one of the best replicas that we’ve seen. If it speaks your language, don’t delay; call us ASAP.
Kit cars are a more economical way of owning an exotic classic that is hard to find or has become too expensive for most people to buy. The VW Beetle has always been a popular base used by kit car makers thanks to its versatility and easy availability. The Porsche 356 was closely related to the VW Beetle and shared mechanical components with it. The 356’s designer was inspired by a supercharged Beetle Cabriolet he had at the end of WWII and wanted to build a fast rear-engine, air-cooled, 4-cylinder, rear-wheel-drive car. The 356 was introduced in 1948 and produced (with changes) till the mid-60s. In one and a half decades of production, less than 77,000 356s are said to have been built, contributing to its desirability as a collector’s car. The 365 A (which was the model made from 1955-1959) has become a popular car for creating replicas of (such as this one, which is labeled as a 1958 model).
The Porsche 356 is an iconic sports car from the Forties and Fifties. It was Porsche’s first production model, and is a highly sought-after classic. Only 76,000 were produced, and it is estimated that around half may survive, in various states. Hence, it’s not uncommon for original Porsche 356s to be relatively rare, and expensive when they come on the market. Thankfully, if you want a Porsche 356 to grace your life, you can consider buying an excellent replica, such as this 1957 Porsche 356 Speedster Replica. The car is titled as a 1971 Volkswagen, and has been featured in various car shows over the years. Moreover, the current owner claims that it’s even won some awards and trophies!
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The Porsche 911 is a car that every petrolhead knows about. There are two things that stand out about the 911 – its iconic, teardrop shape, and the air cooled engines that it once used. That air-cooled era is long gone, with water cooling taking over by 1998. But, the teardrop shape remains to this day, upgraded and modernized, but retained to a great degree. Of course, if you want a really potent 911, the Turbo is the way to go. So, say hello to this 21,150-mile 2014 Porsche 911 Turbo S that’s for sale with us. Hailing from the 991 generation, this car is a great weekend driver, but it can also be your daily if you desire.
The Porsche 356 was the first ever commercial model that Porsche made, debuting in 1950. Sharing some common components with the Volkswagen Beetle (which Ferdinand Porsche himself had a hand in), the two cars couldn’t be more divergent in purpose and persona. While the Beetle is a friendly, cute, family car, the Porsche 356 is a lightweight, nimble-handing sports car. It was made in coupe and convertible (Speedster) forms. This makes the 356 one of the most sought-after classic cars these days. It’s not unheard of for mint specimens to fetch high six, or even seven-figure prices. Thankfully, there are plenty of excellent replicas around for those who want the 356 driving experience, but aren’t too fussed about purity. We’ve got to say that this 2007 Vintage 356 Speedster Replica up for sale right now is one of the best replicas that we’ve seen. If it speaks your language, don’t delay; call us ASAP.
The Porsche 550 was a mid-engined sports car, available as a coupe and as a spyder, specifically developed and used for racing in the mid-fifties. It won upon debut at the Nurburgring Eifel Race in 1953, a result that would set the tone for the rest of its motorsport career. It was succeeded by the Porsche 718 in 1957, which would also become incredibly successful. 70 years on, they’ve become incredibly sought after, with the most expensive one reportedly selling for over $5 million. But even for those in the tax bracket to invest that kind of money in one of these, there’s one big catch: only 90 were ever made. So, is there an alternative? Well, this replica from Vintage Motorcars of California might be the next best option.
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