Description
Volkswagen 356 Vintage Speedster | 1957
Highlights
- 1.9L, 4-cylinder petrol engine
- Factory-built by Vintage Speedster USA
- Cream exterior with beige soft top
- Front disc brakes for improved safety
- New interior, instruments, and electronics
The seller offers for sale this 1957 356 Vintage Speedster, a beautifully crafted tribute to Porsche’s timeless design, built by Vintage Speedster USA. Finished in a classic cream colour with a beige convertible roof, this Speedster perfectly captures the essence of 1950s motoring. Powered by a lively 1915 cc four-cylinder engine, it delivers smooth and reliable performance through a manual gearbox. The paintwork presents well without any damage, and the new interior, made from quality artificial leather, provides a clean and elegant atmosphere. Instruments and electronics are recently renewed, ensuring a modern level of reliability while maintaining period authenticity. The car features disc brakes for improved safety, has a valid technical inspection, and ready for immediate enjoyment.
The 356 Speedster has long been admired for its minimalist beauty and exhilarating driving character. Originally introduced in the mid-1950s, it became a symbol of carefree open-top motoring, blending lightweight construction with precision handling. The Vintage Speedster recreations, built in the USA, are widely respected for their craftsmanship and authenticity, offering classic looks with modern dependability. This particular car combines style, performance and ease of ownership, making it an ideal choice for collectors and enthusiasts seeking a refined yet spirited weekend classic.
Condition of the Bodywork and Paint
4. Very Good: Small dents or scratches; may require minimal bodywork or paint correction.
Condition of the Interior
4. Very Good: Clean with minimal wear; may need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Technical Condition
4. Very Good: Mechanically solid, with possible minor maintenance required.
Overall Condition
4. Very Good Condition: Shows only minimal wear and is ready to drive at any time.
This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.
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This car is currently located in North Holland province, the Netherlands.
This car drives, brakes and shifts.
The car has a Dutch registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction.
The description of this car is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Route 66 Auctions requests a range of detail about the car from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. We strongly advise potential buyers to view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy.
Please note that it is not uncommon for classic or collectible cars to have received cosmetic repairs in the past, to rectify damage or refresh appearance, and this work may be hard to see even upon visual inspection. Unless there is an explicit statement by the seller to the contrary, please assume that any vehicle could have had bodywork or paintwork. Photographs may not reflect the exact true colour or exact full condition of the vehicle. It is a bidder’s responsibility to assure themselves of the colour and condition of a vehicle, including its interior and the existence of any remedial bodywork or paintwork, before committing to bid or buy.
