1957 Porsche 356

A Coupe Coupe

4 - Cyl.

Manual

100992

Gasoline

1957 Porsche 356A Coupe - Ready for Restoration – Sunroof VIN / Chassis Number: 100992 Heated inside storage last 10+ years Porsche Certificate of Authenticity and specification letter from Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG both included Numbers Matching Porsche Documents Sunroof clip included- correct per Porsche Documents Silver metallic 5706 with red interior- originally leather per Porsche AG Documents (CoA states Leatherette) Production date: June 1957 Model year: 1957 Type: T1 A Style: Coupe Coachbuilder: Reutter Deck lid, hood and right door all stamped “992”- matching Chassis Number Left door has not been taken apart, but panel gaps indicate it is original Doors close easily with reasonable gaps Deck lid fits nicely Hood is unkinked Hood and deck hinges function properly All glass in good condition and with proper markings Window regulators work properly Original Engine # P 66050 - matching Certificate of Authenticity production year: 1957 internal designation: 616/1 common name: 1600 Normal first serial number: 60001 last serial number: 66999 first manufactured: 10/55 last manufactured: 9/57 Fitted with: NPR 1750 cc pistons and cylinders Bursch exhaust with glass pack muffler Correct Bosch VJ4 BR9 distributor Later-model Zenith 32 NDIX carburetors Correct Bosch LG/GE 160/6/2500 L 2 generator Uncut fuel linesTurns over easily Original Type 519 Transmission # 15142 - matching Certificate of Authenticity Stamped “67 BBBC” June 1957 production Rebuilt by 356 Enterprises / Vic Skirmants February 1985- Never driven! Sunroof Both Porsche documents state car was fitted with sunroof at production No evidence sunroof was ever installed Complete sunroof panel and track assembly included Primed and rust-free Professionally crated for shipping Includes installation dimensions Car can be restored “to Porsche documents” or “as-built” Other original Parts Included: Solex 32 PBIC carburetors and manifolds1600 cc cylinders 120 mph U.S-spec. speedometer, date-stamped “57” 6000 rpm tachometer, date-stamped “6/57” Combination temperature / fuel gauge, date-stamped “6.57” Shine-up license lamp Front bumper with deco strips Original thick-back seats with recliners VW steering box Also included: VDM steering wheel with large horn ring Four chrome Brazilian wheels mounted on BF Goodrich Comp T/A 70V tires of unknown age Spare wheel stamped “8/57 Lemmerz” Gas tank in very good condition- not rusty inside, stamped “6/57” Pair of Flowfit high back seats with adaptors, bought new in 1986 Original rear floor and trunk mats Pair of 1957 Michigan license plates New non-standard red carpet, including front floors Several replacement sheet metal panels New plug wires and resistor ends Aftermarket deep sump kit, never installed Motorola radio Replacement rubber seals and trim Replacement Koni shocks Book of photos and receipts from 20 years “The large print giveth and the small print taketh away”- Tom Waits: Please remember, this is a used car, which, as nice as it may be, is not prefect. I strive to deliver accurate descriptions, but it is possible to miss small deficiencies and will not be held liable for these minor misnomers. This vehicle is sold AS IS/WHERE IS and comes with no warranties, expressed or implied, whatsoever. Known issues: Restoration begun circa 1989, car was never completed Doors both have thick body filler repairs. Body filler cracking out of left door Various scratches around the car, from storage New floors installed with MIG welds circa 1990 Engine rebuilt circa 1990, but never run- requires re-rebuild, due to age One pushrod bent- not sure how New headline partially cut out to inspect roof panel Rust in rear body panel, below rear lid latch assembly Non-standard repairs to headlight buckets Trunk floor has been repaired with non-standard flat panel Right door will not stay latched- fastened with strap for shipping Not included: Rear bumper Tool kit Owners Manual NO ADDITIONAL PARTS AVAILABLE THAT ARE NOT IN PHOTOS, SORRY Pre-purchase inspection is welcomed. Please contact me through “Ask seller a question” to arrange inspection and for any additional information. Offered with realistic reserve. There is no “buy-it-now” price. Car will be sold to high bidder above reserve. Shipping: Buyer is responsible for vehicle pickup or shipping. Car is a complete rolling chassis. Engine is currently out of the car. Many loose parts are included. Crating of parts for shipping is available at extra cost. Please confirm any special needs you may have before placing your bid. Other Terms: $1000.00 deposit required within 48 hours of auction close. PayPal accepted for deposit, only. Payment methods accepted: -Wire transfer in US funds. -Cashier's Check (certified from US or Canadian bank) or money order. -Cash (in person). PayPal not accepted for full purchase payment. Bid with confidence! See my 100% positive feedback. Please note: more than 100 photos follow. On slow Internet connections, they may take time to load. You can also Click here for high-resolution slideshow