Details

1958 Porsche Speedster by Vintage Speedster “Gorgeous older build, well sorted and ready to go!!!"

This beautiful Speedster Replica was built in the late 1990’s and has been with the current owner since 2003. The car has a clean CALIFORNIA TITLE. Built by specialist Vintage Speedsters in California. The car is in excellent condition both mechanically and cosmetically, and would be classified as Drive Quality. The Silver paint is excellent and was an original 356 color. The paint and body look good, with minor imperfections and rock chips around the car, as would be expected of a car of this age and mileage. The body panel fit is excellent and the build quality is high. The car really looks like an original Speedster. All of the trim looks excellent with some minor signs of age. Original Porsche trim has been used throughout, including knobs, switches, door handles, headlights, horn assembly etc. The car comes with both a full tonneau cover and a partial tonneau in black canvas. This 356 Replica will be welcome at all the local car shows and cruise-ins and will attract attention wherever you go. The black interior gives it a truly vintage look; the Seats are comfortable and in excellent condition. Black carpeting is also in good condition. A Nardi style wood grain steering wheel with emblem horn button completes the look. The heat works well with the original VW vents in footwells. A strong, 1958 1600cc engine with dual carburetors powers this Speedster and is mated to its original 4 speed transmission; the car drives well with good positive shifting and good power and torque. Geared well, the car cruises easily at 70 mph. Front disc brakes stop this lightweight sports car with ease; the car is a joy to drive. It pulls well through all the gears and truly is a blast to drive. Front trunk is fully carpeted and well finished. Wheels and Baby moon hubcaps look great and tires still have tons of life left in them. This Speedster has been well maintained and is up to date on maintenance. The undercarriage looks good and this Speedster is Registered in California as a 1959 VW which is the year pan that was utilized in the build. Fun interesting details abound on this car. Correct original Porsche knobs adorn the dash and the ignition switch is original Porsche. These Speedsters continue to be extremely popular and this car is available, well sorted and needs nothing except an enthusiastic new owner. Please feel free to call 203 256 9800 or email Steven@ClassicCarGallery.com if we can answer any questions you may have.