1959 Porsche 356

KEY FACTS This Porsche 356 A is a highly desirable and iconic classic sports car, which is reported to have benefitted from historic restorative maintenance. It is powered by a naturally aspirated 1.6-litre air-cooled flat-four, driving the rear wheels via a four-speed manual transmission. This example is understood to have originally been a US-delivered model, which has since been imported to Australia. This 356 A has previously undergone a conversion from left-hand to right-hand drive. The odometer indicates 12,507 miles, though this is not warranted. EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES This 356 A is finished in an ever-popular shade of white, over a red leatherette-trimmed interior, featuring a body-coloured lower dashboard, red woven carpets with black rubber floor mats, and chrome trim highlights. It rides on a set of 15-inch chromed steel wheels with matching chrome hubcaps and lips, fitted with Vredestein Sprint Classic tyres. Equipment includes a frunk handle, a two-spoke steering wheel, elasticated door card storage pockets, push-out rear quarter light windows, glow-in-the-dark VDO gauges, a Blaupunkt radio, and a passenger-side dashboard grab handle. The car comes with two keys (not original), a spare wheel, and some maintenance and parts invoices dating back to 1993. CONDITION Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: evidence under the vehicle of a repair to rear valance; a couple of small blisters on the left-hand rear quarter, a very light and small blemish on the roof, and a small bubble on the bottom of the right-hand door. The paintwork is believed to have been completed in 1996. SERVICE HISTORY The seller states that the last maintenance was carried out at around an indicated 12,150 miles. SUMMARY This Porsche 356 A is a sought-after and timelessly stylish classic air-cooled sports car, which is understood to have benefitted from historic restorative maintenance. Presented with a cla