Porsche 356 Pre-A Coupé Knickscheibe (1954)

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• A very rare and highly sought-after early “Pre-A” Coupé with a split windshield. These early models are among the most sought-after 356s on the market
• Extensive full restoration, completed in July 2021. The Porsche has hardly been driven since then
• The exterior color and upholstery match the original delivery specifications according to the Porsche Kardex (5403 Graphite Metallic, beige synthetic leather)

Facts & Specifications

• Year of manufacture: 1954
• Delivery: December 20, 1954, via D’Ieteren Frères, Brussels, Belgium
• First registration: Belgium, February 3, 1955
• Engine: 1.5-liter four-cylinder boxer (1,488 cm³) with 54 PS (40 kW)
• Transmission: Four-speed manual transmission
• Exterior color: Graphite Metallic (5403)
• Interior: Beige faux leather
• Currently unregistered; TÜV inspection and H-registration can be arranged upon request
• Customs cleared
• Features:
  • Seats and trim in beige synthetic leather
  • VDO round gauges with odometer
  • Steering wheel with Porsche crest
  • Chrome wheel caps
  • Spare tire with leather strap in the front trunk
  • Reutter bodywork badge

Condition

Exterior

• The exterior color is Graphite Metallic (5403), which is the original color according to the data sheet
• The body was extensively restored, after which the vehicle was completely repainted
• Consequently, the paint and body are in very good condition with almost no signs of wear
• There is a small dent in the passenger door
• There is no known rust

Interior

• The interior is finished in beige faux leather, matching the original interior as specified in the technical data sheet
• As part of the restoration, the interior was extensively refurbished
• Consequently, the interior is in very good condition with almost no signs of wear
• There are no known defects in the interior

Mechanics

• The Porsche is ready to drive immediately, but is currently not registered
• The engine and transmission have been restored and are running flawlessly. A replacement engine with the engine number 35158 has been installed
• Since the restoration was completed in July 2021, the Porsche has been driven very little and remains in very good condition
• The brake lines, wheel brake cylinders, and brake shoes—including springs and mechanical components—are new; the brake drums have not been replaced
• The tires have been replaced
• There are no known technical defects

History

Ownership History

• 2016: Returned to Germany, followed by a complete restoration to its original factory condition
• July 27, 1966: Subsequent registration in Belgium according to the Belgian registration certificate
• February 3, 1955: Initial registration in Belgium
• December 20, 1954: Delivered by D'Ieteren Frères, Brussels
• The exact number of previous owners cannot be verified
• Odometer reading of approx. 61,000 km; the historical total mileage cannot be verified. Only a few kilometers have been driven since the complete restoration

Service History

• July 2021: Completion of the full restoration
• Oct. 1955 at 7,220 km: Service work, D'Ieteren Frères, Brussels
• 05/1955 at 1,802 km: Service work, D’Ieteren Frères, Brussels
• 03/1955 at 98 km: Inspection, D'Ieteren Frères, Brussels
• Service record book with gaps

Documents

• Belgian registration certificate (Inschrijvingsbewijs)
• Porsche Kardex (copy) with delivery and warranty information
• Porsche data sheet dated February 23, 2021, for vehicle identification number 52897

Summary

For sale is a Porsche 356 Pre-A Coupé in Graphite Metallic with a beige synthetic leather interior. This is a rare and highly sought-after early model featuring the “knick window.” The vehicle was delivered on December 20, 1954, through D’Ieteren Frères in Brussels and was first registered in Belgium on February 3, 1955. According to the Porsche Kardex, the paint and upholstery match the original delivery specifications. In 2016, the Coupé was brought to Germany and underwent an extensive, complete restoration. Since its completion in July 2021, it has hardly been driven. The vehicle is road-ready but is currently not registered. Of interest to collectors of early Porsche models seeking a restored Pre-A with a documented delivery history.