Porsche 356

1955 356 AT1 Project matching numbers Barnfind

For Sale
Very early 356 A T1 project

• Full Matching Numbers
• Never restored/highly original
• German First delivery

Factory specifications:

• White
• Leatherette Red

Factory options:

• Side mirror Contakt (still on the car)
• Sealed beam head lights
• KM tacho
• Seatbelts
• Headrest right

History
Sold new at the factory to Mr Andrew Viviano Karlsruhe Germany. In December 1955. Till 1957 this early A stayed in Europe. The rest of his life the car spent in The USA.
Condition
Body and Paint
The car has all the standard 356 rust issues.
Front fenders, Floors, rockers and some other rust spots. But the good thing is that it was not “restored” before. No patches, double floors or so. No signs of any major accidents.
The front trunk still wears all the original isolation.
It was born in white. De dash and the bumpers are still original.
Interior
This interior is completely original. The upholstery, the carpet, headliner, doorcards etc. Unique for a nearly 70 years old car. I would be nice if it could be saved. If not you will have a 100% correct example how it was delivered new.
The gauges, radio delete plate, steering wheel. Everything is still original.
Technical
The 1600 normal is all factory stock and matching.

• The correct carburators/ air cleaners
• Correct tin metal
• Fuel pump etc.

The engine is not frozen but probably needs a rebuilt to make it reliable again.
The gearbox
Original gearbox. Cannot tell much about the condition since it is not driving.
This 356 is a very original example. The best start for a concours restoration.
This early A comes with:

• Kardex
• Original Key
• US Title
• EU taxes paid