Highlights

Stunning Porsche 356 replica build using classic Volkswagen chassis
Built to a high standard using a Mark Roach 356 body
Striking colour scheme understood to be Aston Martin Divine Red
“Outlaw” style with various custom touches
Aircooled mechanical setup

The Appeal

The Porsche 356, a car that never fails to turn heads and simply exudes class. The Stuttgart legend’s first production model, the 356 was lightweight, nimble and an excellent performer. The model did an excellent job of cementing the marque as a maker of truly excellent sports cars, and as such the model still commands legendary status to this day. With quite the reputation behind them, genuine 356’s are highly sought after in the collector scenes and as such command immense values when arriving on the market. Whilst not ideal if you’re looking to break into 356 ownership on a smaller budget, their popularity and desirability have resulted in a rapidly expanding and rather alluring custom replica scene.

Combining the simply exquisite styling of the Porsche 356 with more modern engineering and build quality, replica 356s offer all of the benefits of the real thing at a far more attainable level, and the example we see here is of course no exception to this notion.

Built using a modified chassis from a 1973 Volkswagen 1300 Beetle, OET 305M presents in absolutely marvellous condition inside and out and looks every part the Porsche 356. Built in the less commonly seen “outlaw” style and finished in a striking colourway with some choice modifications and custom touches this is a very special car and a wonderful demonstration of a quality replica 356.

The History and Paperwork

First registered 16/10/1973
The vehicle utilises an early 1970s Volkswagen chassis
Built and used as a prize for a popular online competition website
Auction took place in October 2024
V5 registration document present with the vehicle
Registered under the historic vehicle tax class

The Condition

Thoroughly well presented car, exceptionally clean and aesthetically striking
The new body shell is understood to be a “Mark Roach” 356 replica body
Finished in a delightful and eye catching metallic colourway we understand to be Aston Martin Divine Red
The paintwork itself is of a very high standard throughout, highlighting very little if anything in terms of blemishing or general marking
Bodywork and external trim are generally very clean and well preserved, with the winner of the car having reportedly only covered a few hundred miles
Yellow headlight lenses to play into the “outlaw” aesthetic
JBW 15” alloy wheels at all four corners, in great overall shape
Exterior lights badging and glass work look to be in fine form
Side windows replaced with plexiglass for improved weight reduction
Clean smartly presented interior space
Bucket seats in the front of the cabin finished in grey leather and alcantara
Seating both front and rear are presented in exceptionally clean fashion and look to have seen very limited use throughout their time
Painted body coloured dash panel
Wood rim tri spoke steering wheel
Internal switchgear, fixtures and panels look to be in fine fettle
SCAT shifter fitted
Upgraded audio system with radio head unit and aftermarket speaker system
Metal checker plate protective sill panels
Lightweight internal door pulls and window mechanisms
Clean well fitting headliner
Grey leather dashboard topper
Upgraded gauges with LED display functions

The Mechanics

The 356 has retained its classic rear mounted air cooled setup utilising an iconic flat four air cooled engine
Understood to be a 1641cc unit in this particular car
Paired to a classic manual transmission
The car fires into life well with a delightful engine note from the twin exhaust system
The listing report provided with the car at the time of competition states that as part of the 356 build the car was fitted with new brakes, wheel cylinders and replacement suspension
The car sits incredibly well with a wonderful stance and incredible road presence
Engine and surrounding engine bay look to be in excellent order
The aircooled unit has been fitted with an upgraded alternator

Summary

Sweet Porsche styling, design and dynamics at a far more attainable price, what's not to like about that?

What we have here is a truly remarkable Porsche 356 speedster replica, with a plethora of custom touches to make it really stand out from the crowd and turn heads. Thanks to its custom metallic paint, twin exhaust system and “outlaw” build style, this Volkswagen chassis has been turned into something very special and incredibly alluring for those looking to acquire a replica 356 with the volume turned all the way up to 11!

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