1956 Porsche 356 A
A 356 Carrera four-cam of historical significance.
One of the six right hand drive 356 A Carrera GS which arrived in the UK via official importers, AFN in 1956.
The global relevance of this fully restored and numbers matching example makes it one of the most significant Carreras available today.
This is history, artistry and passion in one remarkable 356.
The subject of a no expense spared, 3-year top-to-toe restoration and rebuild beginning in late 2012, thousands of hours have gone into making it right – and it is right, very right indeed.
Like many Porsche of the era, this Carrera has factory stampings everywhere: bonnet, doors, bumper irons — all marked with the last digits of the chassis number. You won’t be swapping panels between cars here. These parts were hand-fitted, bespoke to this car alone.
The restoration honours that legacy – the meticulous metalwork, flawless paint, and precise interior. It’s clear that those involved knew what they were doing – and cared deeply about doing it right.
A class winner at the 2018 Salon Privé Concours Masters “Celebration of 70 years of Porsche” event held at Blenheim Palace, and scooping the overall Owner’s Choice Runner’s Up Prize – true testament to the quality and authenticity of the restoration.