Porsche Speedster 1955

1955 Porsche Speedster

1955 Porsche SpeedsterNow offered is this 1955 Porsche Speedster, recently brought out of long-term storage and presented in an aged burgundy exterior over a black interior. The car retains some of the defining details that made the Speedster distinct, including its low-profile windshield, simple two-seat roadster layout, and lightweight sports-car character. Highlights:- Exterior Color: Burgundy (Aged)- Interior Color: Black- 1600 Four-Cylinder Engine- Manual Transmission- Zenith Dual Carburetors- Early Dual “Beehive” Taillights- Gold “PORSCHE 1600” Rear Badging- Matching-Numbers Hood- Two-Spoke “Banjo” Steering Wheel- Period-Correct Black Vinyl Speedster Bucket SeatsThis speedster is equipped with a manual transmission, four-cylinder 1,582cc engine, Zenith dual carburetors, drum brakes, chrome headlight rings, horn grilles, chrome hubcaps, and Pirelli tires. Exterior details include the early-style dual "beehive" taillights positioned above the teardrop accents, engine hood handle with Porsche crest, Speedster badging, and gold "PORSCHE 1600" rear emblem.Inside, the cabin features period-correct black vinyl Speedster bucket seats with matching rear cushion pads, a white two-spoke "Banjo" steering wheel, passenger grab handle, dash-mounted pull switches, and the Porsche dash badge. The soft-top frame assembly is present, although the fabric top is torn and deteriorated.Having spent years in storage, this Speedster is now offered as a project with its aged finishes and components providing a clear starting point for its next chapter. For $179,950