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£175,490 • £192,940 - £219,250

1958 Porsche 356A 1600 T2 Speedster with Hardtop

France • 30 Jan 2026 • Lot 157

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This 1958 Porsche 356A 1600 T2 Speedster, chassis number 84070, was delivered new to the USA and has undergone extensive restoration. It features a rare factory hardtop and tasteful modifications for historic rallies, making it a desirable classic.

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The car was comprehensively restored between 2015-2017, with invoices totaling approximately €120,000, it had an older restoration when purchased by the current owner in 1999, and has been used for rallies across Europe. A recent third party test protocol states that the engine has been comprehensively overhauled and that it starts easily and runs well, while the gearbox has been exchanged for a reconditioned unit and reportedly shifts smoothly. The listing says there is slight wear visible and requires minor reconditioning.

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• Delivered new in the USA • Restored extensively 2015-2017 (bills available) • Rare factory hardtop included • Tastefully modified for Historic rallies • Long-term ownership since 1999 In 1952 Porsche constructed a trial batch of 15 roadsters at the behest of US importer Max Hoffman, who had persuaded the German manufacturer of the potential for a 'cut-price' entry-level model that would appeal to the North American market.

The roadsters' successful reception in the USA led to the introduction of the Speedster model in 1954; in effect, an 'economy' model intended to compete with the cheaper British sports cars.

Stripped of all unnecessary amenities - even the heater was optional - the Speedster established a formidable presence on both the road and in the burgeoning American sports car racing scene.

Its combination of style, performance and value for money made the Speedster deservedly popular, and today this most handsome of the 356 variants enjoys iconic status.

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