1968 Porsche 356

Make

Porsche

Model

356

Year

1968

Listed price

$34,994

Location

Mesa, Arizona

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

1,223 miles

The Porsche 356 holds a foundational place in automotive history, being the company's first production automobile. Introduced in 1948, it was the brainchild of Ferry Porsche, who sought to create a lightweight, agile sports car using many components from his father's Volkswagen Beetle. Over its nearly two-decade production run, the 356 evolved through several series—Pre-A, A, B, and C—each refining its distinctive silhouette and driving dynamics. By the time the final 356C rolled off the line in 1965, over 76,000 examples had been built, cementing its legacy as a true driver's car and establishing the design language that would define Porsche for decades to come. This particular 1968 example, a convertible, presents an intriguing opportunity for the enthusiast. While the 356 officially ceased production in 1965, a small number of vehicles were titled in subsequent years, making a 1968 designation rare. Under the rear decklid resides a 1776 dual-port head 4-cylinder engine, a popular and robust upgrade in the air-cooled Porsche community, paired with a manual transmission for an engaging driving experience. Showing a remarkably low 1,223 miles, this 356 is poised for its next chapter. This is a chance to acquire a unique piece of Porsche's formative era, ready for the open road.