{"id":214671,"date":"2016-04-24T23:13:39","date_gmt":"2016-04-24T23:13:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.supercars.net\/blog\/?p=214671"},"modified":"2024-12-08T17:17:58","modified_gmt":"2024-12-08T17:17:58","slug":"1958%e2%86%921960-porsche-356a1600-convertible-d","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/1958%e2%86%921960-porsche-356a1600-convertible-d\/","title":{"rendered":"1958 – 1960 Porsche 356A\/1600 Convertible D"},"content":{"rendered":"

1958\u21921960 Porsche 356A\/1600 Convertible D<\/h1>\n

In August of 1958 Porsche revised the 356A\/1600 Speedster into the Convertible D. In many ways this reflected Porsches desire to make more expensive and premium models. As a result, the $3,695 Convertible was much more expensive than the Speedster it replaced.<\/span><\/p>\n

As such the new car featured roll-up windows for the first time, a more robust hardtop and a higher windshield for more headroom. Porsche retained the chrome-ringed windshield trim which was iconic of the Speedster.<\/p>\n

Inside Porsche retained the Speedster dashboard, but fitted more luxurious seats and door panels with integrated pockets.<\/p>\n

Drauz at Heilbronn, Germany was responsible for production of the bodies which explains the Convertible D moniker.<\/p>\n

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In Detail<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
submitted by<\/td>\nRichard Owen<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
type<\/td>\nSeries Production Car<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
production years<\/td>\n1958 – 1960<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
built at<\/td>\nStuttgart, Germany<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
body stylist<\/td>\nErwin Komenda<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
coachbuilder<\/td>\nDrauz<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
price $<\/td>\n$ 3,695<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
predeccesor<\/td>\n1956 Porsche 356A\/1600 Speedster<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
succeccesor<\/td>\n1960 Porsche 356B\/1600 T5 Roadster<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
engine<\/td>\nType 546 Air Cooled Flat-4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
position<\/td>\nRearLongitudinalal<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
aspiration<\/td>\nNatural<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
valvetrain<\/td>\nPushrod OHV<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
fuel feed<\/td>\nDual Solex 26 VFJ Downdraft<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
displacement<\/td>\n1582 cc \/ 96.54 in\u00b3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
bore<\/td>\n82.5 mm \/ 3.2 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
stroke<\/td>\n74 mm \/ 2.9 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
compression<\/td>\n8.5:1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
power<\/td>\n44.7 kw \/ 60 bhp @ 4500 rpm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
specific output<\/td>\n37.93 bhp per litre<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
bhp\/weight<\/td>\n69.52 bhp per tonne<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
body \/ frame<\/td>\nSteel Body over Steel Tub Chassis<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
driven wheels<\/td>\nRWD<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
wheel type<\/td>\nSteel Slotted Discs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
front tires<\/td>\n5.60×15 Sport<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
rear tires<\/td>\n5.60×15 Sport<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
front wheels<\/td>\nF 38.1 x 11.4 cm \/ 15 x 4.5 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
rear wheels<\/td>\nR 38.1 x 11.4 cm \/ 15 x 4.5 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
steering<\/td>\nVW Worm & Nut<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
f suspension<\/td>\nVW Parallel Trailing Arms, Boge Telescopic Dampers, 15mm Anti-Roll Bar<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
r suspension<\/td>\nVW Leading Arms w\/Torsion Bars, Hydraulic Lever-Arm Shock Absorbers<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
curb weight<\/td>\n863 kg \/ 1900 lbs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
wheelbase<\/td>\n2101 mm \/ 82.7 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
front track<\/td>\n1306 mm \/ 51.4 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
rear track<\/td>\n1272 mm \/ 50.1 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
length<\/td>\n3950 mm \/ 155.5 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
transmission<\/td>\nVW 4-Speed Manual<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
top speed<\/td>\n~157.68 kph \/ 98 mph<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
0 – 60 mph<\/td>\n~14.0 seconds<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
0 – 1\/4 mile<\/td>\n~26.0 seconds<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

Auction Sales History<\/h4>\n

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1959 Porsche 356 A Convertible D 86351<\/a> – sold for $187,000<\/b> Rare and Desirable One-Year-Only Porsche Model. Accompanied by a Copy of the Kardex Production Data Card. Original US-Delivery Example in Factory-Specified Colors. Striking Throughout, Including Interior and Engine Bay.\u00a0Auction Source: <\/b>The Scottsdale Auctions 2015 by Gooding & Company<\/a><\/p>\n

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1959 Porsche 356 A 1600 Super Convertible D 86142<\/a> – sold for $159,500.<\/b> Highly desirable Cabriolet D model. Formerly owned for 45 years by enthusiast Brad Smith. Judge\u2019s Choice at Keeneland Concours. A wonderful example with a recent mechanical servicing. Auction Source: <\/b>Amelia Island 2014 by RM Auctions<\/a>
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1959 Porsche 356 A Convertible D 85977<\/a> – sold for $189,750.<\/b> Very Well-Preserved, High-Quality Older Restoration. Rare and Desirable One-Year-Only Porsche Model. Accompanied by a Copy of the Kardex Production Data Card. Matching-Numbers, Original US-Delivery Example. Just Three Owners from New. Complete with Tool Kit and Owner\u2019s Manual. Exceptional Coachbuilt Quality in a Sporting Package.\u00a0Auction Source: <\/b>The Scottsdale Auctions by Gooding & Company<\/a><\/p>\n