SOLD - 1955 Porsche 356A Chassis 001
SOLD - 1955 Porsche 356A Chassis 001
VIN - 55001
Miles - 88,386
Transmission - 4-Speed Manual
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity: Porsche 356A Chassis #001
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This is your chance to own one of the most historically significant Porsche 356s ever built—Chassis #001. A true collector’s dream, this car stands apart not only for its unique chassis number but also for several remarkable features that make it one of a kind.
Built on a prototype chassis, this 356A was painted in an exceptionally rare shade of green—one of only two ever finished in this color, the other belonging to Ferry Porsche’s wife on her August 1955 cabriolet prototype. Beyond its stunning exterior, this car is a factory 1600 Super and retains its original, matching-numbers engine.
The Kardex reveals further fascinating details, including a unique Carskin Brown interior with special trim elements, a rare “Werksverkauf” (factory delivery), and an original owner who was a close friend of the Porsche family. This individual also owned a plastics company that supplied small components to various car manufacturers, adding yet another layer to its rich history.
The story behind discovering this car—and reuniting it with its original engine—is just as incredible as the vehicle itself. Serious buyers are encouraged to contact me via phone or email for further details.
This is more than just a Porsche; it’s a true piece of history. And remember—there can only be one number one.
Porsche 356 55001 Highlights
-356A Chassis number 1
-built on prototype chassis 12260
-original super engine P80053
-PTS Glasso 842 Green (Russian Green)
-1 of only 2 painted this color. The other car is proton chassis 12246 owned by Ferry Porsche’s Wife
-All original glass
-Kardex matching ignition switch
-Kardex Matching door lock cylinders
-door panels stamped 260
-decklid stamped 60
-hinge covers stamped 60
-driver hinge cover factory grease pencil writing “55001”
-Dash is original paint!
-10/55 original correct early Super tachometer
-10/55 original combo gauge
-10/55 dated window winders
-10/55 dated fuel sending unit
-all vin plates intact and never removed
-amazing original door panels, rear side panels, garnish rails, and rear seat
-Complete car
-clean 55001 title in my name
-COA and Kardex in hand
Items to note…..
-The transmission is not numbers matching but is a correct 519
-the hood hinge is unstamped. Could have been due to it being a prototype or was a new replacement early on
-Needs floor and longitudinals
-nose damage, front end shifted
-driver rear quarter was dented at one point and needs straightened
-passenger door does not close all the way due to front end shift.
-seats are not original but are correct Fatback T1 seats.
-Speedometer is a US Carrera 160mph 12/55 gauge
-Needs all mechanicals addressed.
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