1957 Porsche 356

Classic Motor Carriages (CMC) Replica!

This beautiful 356 is a high-quality homage to one of the most celebrated sports cars in automotive history. Built on a performance-oriented subframe with a reinforced fiberglass body, this example is finished in a striking Dark Red Metallic that provides a deep, liquid-like luster. This particular build is distinguished by its California BAR (Bureau of Automotive Repair) certification, ensuring it meets rigorous standards for quality and compliance---a significant advantage for collectors and enthusiasts.
Technical Specifications
Powertrain: Equipped with a VW 1.5L Air-Cooled Flat-4 engine. This powerplant provides the authentic mechanical thrum of a vintage boxer engine while offering ease of maintenance & parts availability.
Aspiration: Dual carburetors with chrome pancake style air cleaners for improved throttle response and period-correct aesthetics.
Transmission: A 4-speed manual transaxle delivers a connected, analog driving experience, featuring a short-throw shifter with a custom Porsche-crested wooden knob.
Chassis & Suspension: Mounted on a shortened chassis featuring a factory-fitted subframe. The engine bay is meticulously detailed with a chrome fan shroud, a doghouse oil cooler setup, and upgraded braided lines. Plus disc brakes in the front with Crager wheels at all 4 corners.
Exterior & Interior Features
Classic Speedster Styling: Features the iconic low-cut rake windshield, flared fenders, and a single-grille rear decklid. The exterior is accented by chrome headlight stone guards, dual side-view mirrors, and polished wide-five style wheels with chrome center caps.
Premium Cockpit: The interior is trimmed in a refined Cream and Crimson color scheme. It features low-back bolstered bucket seats designed for comfort during long-distance touring, paired with matching cream door panels and a color-keyed dash pad.
Instrumentation: A traditional three-gauge VDO-style layout including a 150-MPH speedometer, a central tachometer, and a combination engine temp/fuel gauge.
Authentic Details: A signature Banjo-style three-spoke steering wheel with a Porsche center crest and gold-tone Porsche dash badging completes the vintage atmosphere.
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