Porsche 356 A
Porsche’s elegant 356 A pairs a light coupé body with a rear-mounted flat-four.
- Power
- 59 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 14.1 s
- Top speed
- 103 mph
- Est. value
- $75k–$180k
About the Porsche 356 A
The 356 A refined Porsche’s original production sports car with revised running gear and a more developed body. A 1958 1600 coupé uses the modestly powered, air-cooled flat-four rather than the rarer Super or Carrera engines. Low mass, compact dimensions and precise steering make it rewarding to carry speed through corners. Matching numbers and sound restoration work matter greatly to collectors.
Porsche 356 A specs
The Porsche 356 A produces 59 bhp (44 kW) and 110 Nm (81 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 14.1 seconds and has a top speed of 103 mph (166 km/h).
| Make | Porsche |
|---|---|
| Model | 356 |
| Generation | A |
| Trim | 1600 |
| Years | 1955–1959 |
| Type | Classic |
| Body style | 2-door coupé |
| Country | Germany |
| Engine | 1.6L air-cooled flat-four |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,582 cc (1.6 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 59 bhp (44 kW) at 4,500 rpm |
| Torque | 110 Nm (81 lb-ft) |
| 0–60 mph | 14.1 s |
| Top speed | 103 mph (166 km/h) |
| Transmission | 4-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Porsche 356 A worth?
A typical Porsche 356 A is estimated to be worth $75,000 – $180,000 (about £56,000 – £134,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Porsche 356 A rarity in CarSpot
The Porsche 356 A is a Rare card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 57 out of 100. Performance cars, typically worth around £50,000 to £100,000. A Rare card is worth 40 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Porsche 356 A fun facts
- The 1957-on T2 revision routed the exhaust through the rear bumper overriders.
- Porsche offered more powerful Super and four-cam Carrera versions alongside the standard 1600.
