Porsche 356

Highly Original 1959 Porsche 356 Super 1600

In 1959 2,742 356A coupes were said to be produced making this example fairly rare. It’s even more uncommon to find an example that is mostly original and in great shape. This 356A super 1600 is said to have… more»

Single-Owner 1963 Porsche 356

The 356 was the predecessor to the iconic Porsche 911. Styling cues are definitely carried across the models that followed and these cars are the origin of the legendary cars that came after. The 356B raised the position of… more»

Salvage Title? 1962 Porsche 356 B

Just to be clear, this car is not the 1962 Porsche 356 that was featured here on BF about two weeks ago – right year and color, but not the same car. This is a truly spectacular example, with… more»

Matching Number Doors!? 1960 Porsche 356 B

Many of the Porsche 356s that are featured here on BF are project cars and in all kinds of varying conditions. Today’s find, a 1960 Model B, is no different. This example presents a lot of challenges, or opportunities,… more»

Weiner Roast Find: 1963 Porsche 356 B

It is said that a picture is worth a thousand words. Well I could probably write a thousand words on this subject but I won’t, I’ll spare you all and keep it compact – the images do most of… more»

Bodyman’s Challenge: 1963 Porsche 356B

The past decade has seen a stratospheric rise in classic Porsche pricing.  356 Porsches were the first to see a spike in appreciation, with 911s following shortly afterward.  914s prices are rising now, and even early 924s are becoming… more»

End Of The Run: 1965 Porsche 356 C

I’ll admit that I’m far from a Porsche expert but I have always been intrigued by everything that is Porsche. As with many, upon hearing mention of that esteemed brand, the first thing that I conjure is an image… more»

VW-based Kit Car Project! 1957 Porsche 356A

Have you ever wanted a vintage Porsche 356 but never had the funds to pull it off? You could consult with a kit manufacturing out of California and build a kit car that comes with Volkswagen power. Or you… more»

Rare Karmann Notchback: 1962 Porsche Super 90

There’s no getting around it, this 1962 Porsche 356 B is hardly a barn find, nor is it a field wreck as are so many of the auto topics that I’m drawn to. This Porsche is pristine and is… more»

Rare 1964 Porsche 356C Barn Find

When the owner says this 1964 Porsche 356C for sale here on eBay in Chattanooga, Tennessee “needs a complete restoration,” you better believe it. Bidding is at $8,600, but that doesn’t meet the reserve. This is a rare find… more»

Porsche With Provenance: 1958 356A Speedster

Braggadocio finds its way into every aspect of life but is most notable in the car peddling biz and this 1958 Porsche 356 is no exception as the seller states, “THE Most Famous Speedster in the Country and in… more»

Bent Window! 1954 Porsche 356 Pre “A”

I have to admit some confusion to the descriptor of a “Bent Window” Porsche. I get the pre “A” designation but the bent window reference had me scratching my head. But I have it now, so let’s look this… more»

Power Sun Roof! 1962 Porsche 356 S

Well, I’m confused! The seller of this 1962 Porsche 356 advertises it as a Model S and I can find no such reference. It looks like a 356 B, Porsche’s newsroom website does not reference such a designation for… more»

Rare GT Version: 1956 Porsche 356 A

This 1956 Porsche 356 A is hardly a Barn Find, more like a Palace Find maybe but it is still fitting as BF strives to find a little bit of everything that would be of interest to any car… more»

Rear-Engine Barn Find: 1961 Porsche 356B

With a clear Colorado title, this Porsche 356B  barn find was certainly not a stranger to winter weather in its past. Despite the rust that nearly all unrestored 356’s suffer from, this project isn’t as bad as most. Looking… more»

Rare Color: Togo Brown 1964 Porsche 356C

OK, so hardly a barn find but very worthy of review none the less. Last week, we covered this 1971 Porsche 911T, the 911 having been introduced in 1964 and still going strong today. The 911 is such a… more»

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