The transition to the 356 A brought meaningful engineering advances, including refinements to suspension geometry, braking performance, and overall structural integrity, enhancing both road manners and dynamic balance. In Speedster form, these improvements were allied to reduced mass and compact proportions, producing a uniquely tactile and immersive driving experience that has come to define the golden era of post-war sports cars. By 1957, Speedster production was inherently limited and survival rates modest, ensuring that authentic examples are now both rare and highly coveted. Today, the 356 A Speedster is universally regarded as one of the most important road-going Porsches ever produced, its appeal spanning concours presentation, historic competition, and discerning road use. A cornerstone model within the marque's history, the 1957 Porsche 356 A Speedster represents not only a high point of early Porsche design, but an enduring benchmark by which driver-focused sports cars continue to be judged.
This stunning 356 A Speedster was first registered in 1957 which is confirmed by the Certificate of Authenticity supplied by Porsche. A matching numbers example, this car was purchased by our vendor who imported it in 2016, the car had been subject to restoration in the late 90's and came with documented history from new.
Upon arrival and registration in the UK, our vendor collated documentation, assed the car for his collection and initially enjoyed the car before deciding upon a further restoration in 2017, this included a new bare metal respray which was finished to a very high standard with documents in the history file detailing the more recent works. A car that would grace any collection and finished in iconic metallic Silver with black leather trim, this example has been recently serviced ready for this summer's calendar and should be considered a turnkey example. During its restoration in 2017 a new hood, and trim was fitted and upon inspection the car is as good underneath as it is on top, a real treat for early Porsche enthusiasts.
The cars history file is extensive with documented ownership from new, details of maintenance, and earlier restoration work combined with the more recent program. The car is housed in a heated dehumidified garage and naturally only sees the best of the British weather and who can blame our vendor, top down and enjoying such a fabulous car with the sun out ticks many a bucket lists. Viewing is certainly recommended for this showpiece Porsche. Consigned by Mathew Priddy
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Lot details
Year: 1957
Make: Porsche
Model: 356 A Speedster
Registration: 773 YUF
Chassis No: 83646
Engine No: 66554
* Original numbers matching example
* Fully restored in 2017
* Documented history from new
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