1956 Porsche 356

1956 Porsche 356A Polo 2.7-liter Outlaw Sunroof Coupe ⢠VIN 55399 ⢠Polo 2.7-liter flat-four - Producing 225 horsepower ⢠911 trailing arms with 901 transmission ⢠SC disc brakes ⢠Multi-stage oil cooling system ⢠Factory V Sunroof An extraordinary world-class 356A GT Outlaw performance touring coupe, blending period inspiration with modern capability and an extraordinary level of detail. Combining early Pre-A character with later model 911 engineering. Finished in GT Carrera Silver with a custom black Italian leather interior. This is a Pre-1957 that is eligible to enjoy the Colorado Grand, Copper State, Ramshorn, and/or California Mille! This was an early 1956 build, and the 356 spent the first chapter of its life in Chicago, Illinois, before being placed into long-term storage. It was later acquired by a Dutch enthusiast, shipped to Europe, and restored, finished in Black with Red upholstery, and powered by a 912 engine. The current owner purchased this 356 in 2018 and shipped it to Southern California. It was enjoyed for several years before a vision took shape: an Outlaw restoration centered on lightweight construction, exceptional craftsmanship, bespoke details, and significant performance, powered by a 2.7-liter Polo engine by Dean Polopolus. The body was stripped to steel, prepped, and painted in Glasurit GT Carrera Silver by East Auto Body, a noted Porsche paint shop in Orange County, California. The chassis and body were stiffened and reinforced to accommodate the enhanced performance. The manual sunroof was converted from a hand-pull operation to an electric mechanism with a billet surround release lever. Exterior details were carefully selected and fabricated to create the appearance of a factory-built high-performance 356 that Porsche might have developed. Rare early H1 headlights, one set of approximately 50 sets produced for the 356, were sourced from noted lighting expert John Audette, and vintage Marchal driving lights with yellow bulbs further enha