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1956 Porsche 356 A Speedster No reserve Swedish registration Chassis no. 82303 Engine no. P*35666 - Iconic, playful model - Superb old-fashioned restoration - Attractive color combination - No reserve Leaving the factory in May 1956, this car was sent to the famous Porsche importer in New York, Max Hoffman, a key figure in the creation of the 356 Speedster, for delivery to its first owner. As the original Porsche certificate indicates, it was white with a red imitation interior. In 1993, it returned to Germany to a Mr. Oberberg and underwent a complete restoration of the highest quality, with stripping of the bodywork and new paintwork in the superb "Stone Grey" shade, which blends perfectly with its racy lines. It then passed into an important English collection, before being purchased in 2009 from English dealer Edmond Harris by Staffan Wittmark, who particularly appreciates this color for 356s. The quality of the restoration has enabled it to stand the test of time magnificently, and today the bodywork is impeccable, with superb alignments. The car is fitted with chrome wheels and a new black soft top. The original engine (n°61775) having probably been damaged, it was replaced at the time of restoration by a block in better condition (numbered P*35666) which occupies the impeccably clean rear compartment. A tool kit is attached to the front spare wheel. The beautifully refurbished interior features beautifully crafted red bucket seats, a rare special factory steering wheel and a modern car radio. In 2020, this car was entrusted to Porsche Haninge for an overhaul totaling some €5,000. Low, sporty and minimalist, the 356 Speedster is one of the most attractive and sought-after versions of the famous Porsche. It was a favorite among Hollywood stars, starting with James Dean, who had a particular fondness for it. Thanks to a top-quality restoration, it will provide its new owner with the exhilarating sensations that so seduced the celebrities of the time. Swedish title Chassis no. 82303 Engine no. P*35666 - Iconic model, fun to drive - Superb older restoration - Attractive colour combination - No reserve After leaving the factory in May 1956, this car was sent to the famous Porsche importer in New York, Max Hoffman, a key figure in the creation of the 356 Speedster, for delivery to its first owner. As its Porsche certificate from the time indicates, it was then white with a red leatherette interior. In 1993, it returned to Germany, to a Herr Oberberg, and underwent a complete bare-metal restoration to a high standard; the body was repainted in the superb shade of 'Stone Grey' which goes perfectly with its racy lines. It then joined a major English collection before being bought in 2009 from the English dealer Edmond Harris by Staffan Wittmark, who particularly liked this colour for the 356. The quality of the restoration has enabled it to withstand the ravages of time magnificently, and today the body is immaculate, with superbly aligned panels. The car is equipped with chrome wheels and a new black hood. The original engine (no. 61775) was probably damaged and was therefore replaced during the restoration by a block in better condition (no. P*35666), which has taken its place in the spotlessly clean rear compartment. A tool kit is attached to the spare wheel, in the front. The interior has been very well restored, with beautifully made red bucket seats, a rare special factory steering wheel and a modern radio. In 2020, the car was sent to Porsche Haninge for a service costing some € 5,000. Low-slung, sporty and relatively spartan, the 356 Speedster is one of the most attractive and sought-after versions of this famous Porsche. It was a hit with Hollywood stars, not least James Dean, who was fond of the model. Thanks to its high-quality restoration, this example will offer its new owner the same exhilarating drive that so appealed to celebrities back in the day.
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1956 Porsche 356 A Speedster No reserve Swedish registration Chassis no. 82303 Engine no. P*35666 - Iconic, playful model - Superb old-fashioned restoration - Attractive color combination - No reserve Leaving the factory in May 1956, this car was sent to the famous Porsche importer in New York, Max Hoffman, a key figure in the creation of the 356 Speedster, for delivery to its first owner. As the original Porsche certificate indicates, it was white with a red imitation interior. In 1993, it returned to Germany to a Mr. Oberberg and underwent a complete restoration of the highest quality, with stripping of the bodywork and new paintwork in the superb "Stone Grey" shade, which blends perfectly with its racy lines. It then passed into an important English collection, before being purchased in 2009 from English dealer Edmond Harris by Staffan Wittmark, who particularly appreciates this color for 356s. The quality of the restoration has enabled it to stand the test of time magnificently, and today the bodywork is impeccable, with superb alignments. The car is fitted with chrome wheels and a new black soft top. The original engine (n°61775) having probably been damaged, it was replaced at the time of restoration by a block in better condition (numbered P*35666) which occupies the impeccably clean rear compartment. A tool kit is attached to the front spare wheel. The beautifully refurbished interior features beautifully crafted red bucket seats, a rare special factory steering wheel and a modern car radio. In 2020, this car was entrusted to Porsche Haninge for an overhaul totaling some €5,000. Low, sporty and minimalist, the 356 Speedster is one of the most attractive and sought-after versions of the famous Porsche. It was a favorite among Hollywood stars, starting with James Dean, who had a particular fondness for it. Thanks to a top-quality restoration, it will provide its new owner with the exhilarating sensations that so seduced the celebrities of the time. Swedish title Chassis no. 82303 Engine no. P*35666 - Iconic model, fun to drive - Superb older restoration - Attractive colour combination - No reserve After leaving the factory in May 1956, this car was sent to the famous Porsche importer in New York, Max Hoffman, a key figure in the creation of the 356 Speedster, for delivery to its first owner. As its Porsche certificate from the time indicates, it was then white with a red leatherette interior. In 1993, it returned to Germany, to a Herr Oberberg, and underwent a complete bare-metal restoration to a high standard; the body was repainted in the superb shade of 'Stone Grey' which goes perfectly with its racy lines. It then joined a major English collection before being bought in 2009 from the English dealer Edmond Harris by Staffan Wittmark, who particularly liked this colour for the 356. The quality of the restoration has enabled it to withstand the ravages of time magnificently, and today the body is immaculate, with superbly aligned panels. The car is equipped with chrome wheels and a new black hood. The original engine (no. 61775) was probably damaged and was therefore replaced during the restoration by a block in better condition (no. P*35666), which has taken its place in the spotlessly clean rear compartment. A tool kit is attached to the spare wheel, in the front. The interior has been very well restored, with beautifully made red bucket seats, a rare special factory steering wheel and a modern radio. In 2020, the car was sent to Porsche Haninge for a service costing some € 5,000. Low-slung, sporty and relatively spartan, the 356 Speedster is one of the most attractive and sought-after versions of this famous Porsche. It was a hit with Hollywood stars, not least James Dean, who was fond of the model. Thanks to its high-quality restoration, this example will offer its new owner the same exhilarating drive that so appealed to celebrities back in the day.
