Porsche 356
356, 356a, 356b, 356c Including Speedster, Roadster, Convertible D and Carrera: Models Years 1950 to 1965
Published on 15. February 2019
Book
Paperback/Softback
64 pages
978-1-78711-296-4 (ISBN)
Description
Would you love to buy the original Porsche 356, but are scared of owning an expensive lemon? Help is at hand!
This is the complete guide to finding the best available example of the classic rear-engined Porsche 356 for a sum you can afford. Insight from real ownership experience is coupled with unparalleled technical knowledge, resulting in the first dedicated guidebook for potential buyers of the Porsche 356. A comprehensive guide, including an inspection checklist that buyers can use when viewing a car, photos of key areas to check, and known issues for each model. Market and value data are also supplied to help give an idea of what a specific Porsche 356 is worth. The guide has an overview of key specifications and potential upgrades.
From whether a Porsche 356 is a suitable car for you, to the cost considerations to be taken into account when searching for and viewing a used model, the author aims to arm the prospective buyer with enough knowledge and insight to be able to assess any Porsche 356, and quickly conclude whether to make a purchase.
Take the first step towards finding your dream car, by reading this guide today.
This is the complete guide to finding the best available example of the classic rear-engined Porsche 356 for a sum you can afford. Insight from real ownership experience is coupled with unparalleled technical knowledge, resulting in the first dedicated guidebook for potential buyers of the Porsche 356. A comprehensive guide, including an inspection checklist that buyers can use when viewing a car, photos of key areas to check, and known issues for each model. Market and value data are also supplied to help give an idea of what a specific Porsche 356 is worth. The guide has an overview of key specifications and potential upgrades.
From whether a Porsche 356 is a suitable car for you, to the cost considerations to be taken into account when searching for and viewing a used model, the author aims to arm the prospective buyer with enough knowledge and insight to be able to assess any Porsche 356, and quickly conclude whether to make a purchase.
Take the first step towards finding your dream car, by reading this guide today.
Reviews / Votes
a rare resource on these beauties. Auto Express -- Worth buying if you're in the market. Octane (UK) -- a very informative and even entertaining book ... this latest Veloce Guide makes a useful addition to any Porsche enthusiast's library while 356 connoisseurs will still discover details they were unaware of. Kieron Fennelly -- an ideal companion to look for a 356, both informative and complete. 4Legend.com "If you're considering buying one of Porsche's original sports cars, then acquiring a copy of Veloce's Essential Buyer's Guide on the breed first is a wise move ... it's a pretty comprehensive 64 pages of early Porker info" - Classic Car Weekly. '"Porsche 356 - the essential buyer's guide" contains the essential information you can have in your pocket while you're hunting the Porsche 356 of your dreams. Worth the money' - Liebe zu Ihm (love for Porsche) Neat book - tkc (Totalkitcar). Although not large enough to be totally comprehensive, these are inexpensive publications that could save a lot of grief later on! - Classic Driver. this book should be considered essential reading for anyone setting out to buy a Porsche 356 ... This little book is definitely worth having - Ferdinand Porsche Magazine.More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Publishing group
David & Charles
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 195 mm
Width: 141 mm
Thickness: 7 mm
Weight
144 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-78711-296-4 (9781787112964)
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Person
Dr Brett Johnson spent twelve years in the Porsche parts business and seven years practising veterinary medicine. Now a writer, he has published several notable books on Porsches including The 911 & 912 Porsche, a Restorer's Guide to Authenticity, and The 356 Porsche, A Restorer's Guide to Authenticity, which has sold over 45,000 copies worldwide.
Content
Contents
1.Is a 356 for you?
2.Cost considerations
3.Living with a Porsche 356
4.Relative values
5.Before you view
6.Inspection equipment
7.Fifteen minute evaluation
8.Key points
9.Serious evaluation
10.Auctions
11.Paperwork
12.What's it worth?
13.Do you really want to restore?
14.Paint problems
15.Lack of use problems
16.The Porsche community
17.Vital statistics
Index
1.Is a 356 for you?
2.Cost considerations
3.Living with a Porsche 356
4.Relative values
5.Before you view
6.Inspection equipment
7.Fifteen minute evaluation
8.Key points
9.Serious evaluation
10.Auctions
11.Paperwork
12.What's it worth?
13.Do you really want to restore?
14.Paint problems
15.Lack of use problems
16.The Porsche community
17.Vital statistics
Index