1957 Porsche 356 Coupe

Make

Porsche

Model

356 Coupe

Year

1957

Listed price

$69,950

Location

Los Angeles, California

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

0 miles

The Porsche 356, the foundational car that launched a legendary marque, began life in 1948 as Ferdinand Porsche's vision for a lightweight, agile sports car. Evolving through several iterations, the "A" series, introduced in late 1955, represented a significant step forward, bringing refinements in styling, interior comfort, and mechanicals. With its iconic "teardrop" shape, the 356A quickly became a darling of the burgeoning sports car scene, cementing Porsche's reputation for engineering excellence and driving purity. These early cars, built in relatively modest numbers compared to later models, are cherished for their direct connection to Porsche's origins and their timeless, elegant design. This 1957 Porsche 356A Coupe arrives as a compelling project, offering a unique opportunity to revive a piece of automotive history. While it presents as a blank canvas, its matching-numbers 1600 flat-four engine, confirmed by the included Kardex report, provides an invaluable core for a dedicated enthusiast. Equipped with a 4-speed manual transmission (a replacement unit), dual carburetors, VDO instrumentation, and classic chrome hub-capped steel wheels, this coupe retains many of the period-correct details that define the 356A experience. With its solid foundation and unmistakable silhouette, this 356A awaits its next chapter, ready to be returned to its former glory or reimagined to a new vision.