1957 Porsche 356 Speedster Replica, Well Sorted on 2040-cars
San Jose, California, United States
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:2110cc
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Model: 356
Trim: Speedster by JPS Motorsports of CA
Options: Remote lock/alarm system, CD Player, Convertible
Drive Type: Rear Engine, rear wheel drive
Safety Features: Front disc brakes
Mileage: 12,006
Power Options: Power Locks
Sub Model: Speedster
Exterior Color: Red
Interior Color: Black
Warranty: None
Number of Cylinders: 4
The Porsche 356 commenced production in 1948 through 1965. Known in its day for aerodynamics, handling and exceptional build quality, the 356 Speedster is a marvelous and highly sought Porsche classic. The 1957 Ruetter body cab has been replicated to the original factory Speedster by JPS Motorsports of CA. Built upon a solid and straight 1963 VW chassis, it has been finished in classic Guards Red with an interior of black leather and red contrasting piping. The black canvas top, black boot tonneau cover and side curtains all in exceptional showroom quality. The interior features a classic Nardi wood Porsche steering wheel and speedster bucket seats. The exterior look is completed with chrome "moon" hubcaps, all the period-correct badging and a suspension set at the proper ride height. Modern conveniences include the stopping power of modern front disc brakes, excellent handling via lowered gas shocks, sway bars and radial tires, a steel reinforced, hand-laid fiberglass body that can never ding, a modern Pioneer sound system hidden under the dash (see photos), and halogen headlights. The 2110cc engine is reliably built with dual Weber carburetors, and mated to a 4-speed close ratio manual transaxle.
This vehicle is presented by Club Sportiva, the premier Exotic Car share club on the West Coast where it has been maintained meticulously. http://clubsportiva.com/
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