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£182,286 (Est: £150,530 - £188,163)
1955 Porsche 356 Pre-A Speedster
United States • 16 Aug 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1955 Porsche 356 Pre-A Speedster, with coachwork by Reutter, was sold for $240,800. The car retains its original numbered hood and deck lid, has been under long-term ownership since 1971, and is accompanied by Kardex, workshop manual, and service records.
Condition
7
The car is described as an "Attractive Example" which suggests it is in good overall condition but not perfect. There is no specific mention of significant damage, but the need for service records suggests some level of maintenance and potential wear. Therefore, a rating of 'Very Good' seems appropriate.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
81088
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
Reg Number:
LJK 796
RHD/LHD:
LHD
Car Highlights Black-Plate California Car Offered for the First Time in Decades Retains Original Numbered Hood and Deck Lid Long-Term Ownership from 1971 to Present Accompanied by Kardex, Workshop Manual, and Service Records An Attractive Example of One of Porsche’s Greatest Models Technical Specs 1,582 CC OHV Air-Cooled Flat 4-Cylinder Engine Twin Zenith Carburetors 90 BHP at 5,500 RPM 4-Speed Manual Transaxle 4-Wheel Hydraulic Drum Brakes 4-Wheel Independent Torsion-Bar Suspension with Shock Absorbers
Points of note
£182,286
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£274,674
Median Price (Since 2020)
£485,394
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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