1955 Porsche 356 1500 Continental Cabriolet

Make Porsche
Year 1955
Chassis Number 60873
Auctioneer Gooding Company
Event Scottsdale 2013
Auction Date 19/01/2013
Lot Number 131
Result sold
Sold For $310,750
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Chassis: 60873
One of Only 278 Pre-A Cabriolets Built in 1955
Spectacular Terra Cotta over Ocher Color Scheme
Delivered with Rare Factory Options and Accessories
Faithfully Executed Show-Quality Restoration
Documented Matching-Numbers Engine
Perfect Entry for Leading Concours and Marque Gatherings
Offered with Kardex, Tool Kit, and Owner’s Manual
An Exceptionally Attractive and Significant Early Porsche
1,488 CC OHV Type 546/2 Flat 4-Cylinder Engine
Dual Solex 32 PBI Carburetors
55 HP at 4,400 RPM
4-Speed Manual Transaxle
4-Wheel Hydraulic Drum Brakes
Independent Front Suspension with Trailing Arms and Shock Absorbers
Rear Torsion Bar Suspension with Shock Absorbers
1955 Porsche 356 1500 Continental Cabriolet