1957 Porsche 356 A 1600 Speedster
Another great sale during the London's auction in September (after 1971 Mazda Cosmo Sport Series II), RM Sotheby's will auction this stunning with Rock'n Roll DNA 1957 Porsche 356 A 1600 Speedster that belonged during 50 years to Michael Lang, Woodstock Rock Festival producer.
History of the 356 A 1600 Speedster
In 1956, the Porsche 356 was replaced by the upgraded 356 A. The new model was proposed on the market with five four-cylinder engines:
- 356 to 1300 with 44 hp,
- 356 A 1300 Super with 60 hp,
- 356 1600 with 60 hp,
- 356 A 1600 Super with 75 hp,
- 356 A 1500 GS Carrera with 100 hp.
The 356 A upgrades were part of the Technical Program 1 or T1. The A series was distinguished from the first 356 from a design point of view thanks to a curved panoramic windshield in one piece and a modified front-handle handle with the Porsche logo. This model was bought by Michael Lang in 1968 for $US 3,500.
Technical specification
Its Type 616/1 engine with four-speed manual delivers 60 hp at 4,500 rpm. The coachwork was designed by Stuttgarter Karosseriewerk Reutter (German company) and was finished in 601 Signal Red over an Beige interior. In 2014, the Speedster was completly restored by Technique Historique, Belgium Porsche specialist. For around £ 300,000, it can be yours :-)
Sources
On Wiki :
Porsche 356 A
Michael Lang
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