DT: 1956 Porsche 356 Speedster Widebody Replica by CMC 4-Speed
Vehicle Details
- Year: 1956
- Make: Porsche
- Model: 356 Speedster Replica
- VIN: 117055145
- Mileage: 7,628mi (TMU)
- Transmission: Manual
- Title Status: Clean
- Color: Black
- Seller Type: Private Party
- Location: Miami, FL 33176
- Lot #: V-0042085-DT
This custom-built fiberglass-body replica, crafted by the former Classic Motor Company (CMC) of Miami, was reportedly purchased fully assembled by its owner in 1992 and registered in Ohio. Discovered as a barn find in 2022, following 16 years of abandonment in Ohio, it underwent a complete restoration after being transported to Miami, FL. Featuring a black finish over red upholstery, the car boasts bespoke fiberglass bodywork with wide fender flares, a lowered ride height, 15” Wide 5 alloy wheels, dual exhaust outlets, and a 1500cc four-cylinder engine paired with a 4-speed manual transmission and dual 40 IDF Weber carburetors. This restored Speedster replica is now being offered for auction by its seller out of Florida.
Constructed upon a 1967 Volkswagen Beetle tubular chassis, this Speedster replica wears a custom fiberglass body by the former Classic Motor Company (CMC) in Miami, Florida. Sporting pronounced fender flares and a low, aggressive ride height, it showcases a black finish accented by chrome trim and a tan retractable soft top. Notable features include a rear decklid grille, aerodynamic side mirrors, teardrop-style taillights, dual exhaust outlets, and 15” Wide 5 alloy wheels with Porsche-crested center caps and new Kumho Ecsta tires. The seller highlights the replacement of chrome trim pieces, lighting assemblies, and weather stripping on the doors, hood, and decklid. Minor paint flaws are noted and additional images are provided in the gallery.
The cabin presents refreshed red vinyl upholstery on the side door panels and the rear bench. Other features that were replaced include black and red vinyl front seat covers, chrome accents, 2-point seatbelts, black carpeting with red diamond-patterned floor mats, and a painted roll bar. The beige vinyl lined dashboard, enhanced with chrome trim, hosts 6-gauge VDO instrumentation, with the headlight switch and ignition switch positioned at the center. A 3-spoke wood-rimmed steering wheel with a Porsche emblemized horn button is mounted on a quick-release adapter. Additionally, a roller accelerator pedal is located below the deck. Although the radio has been removed (included and wire-ready), dual speakers are positioned on each door with an amplifier in the hood compartment. The seller adds that a USB charger has been added, a wiper system has been fitted, and the alarm system is currently disconnected.
Power is provided by an air-cooled 1500cc 1.5-liter VW inline-four engine with upgraded dual 40 IDF Weber carburetors. The rear wheels are driven through a 4-speed manual transmission. Other features include an OE 12V starter, an ignition switch with two keys, a 12V battery group size 42, a 12V ignition coil, a 12.5-gallon gas tank, and a fuse box, dimmer, relay, and flasher. Stopping is provided by front disc brakes and rear drums. The seller highlights notable service items, including an engine oil change with 5-30 motor oil, the replacement of an S2870A oil filter, the installation of RL86C spark plugs and wires, replacement rear drum brake shoe set & cylinders, a replacement front-passenger suspension tie rod assembly, and all wheels fully aligned.
This sale will include a clean title.
The seller would like you to know: “The custom-built fiberglass-body replica, previously manufactured by Classic Motor Company (CMC) of Miami, was acquired fully assembled in 1992 by its current owner and registered in Ohio. Discovered as a barn find in Ohio in 2022 after 16 years of abandonment, it was shipped to Miami, FL, and fully restored. It retains original VDO gauges with 7,600 miles. The Porsche 356 Speedster is a stunning example of automotive history and is a highly sought-after model for collectors and enthusiasts alike. This 1956 Porsche 356 Speedster replica is named after the iconic actor James Dean, who once owned one. It has a custom-built fiberglass body by CMC Classic Motor Company, mounted on a 1967 VW Beetle chassis and equipped with a built-up 1500cc 1.5L 4-cylinder air-cooled engine, 4-speed manual transmission and converted to dual 40 IDF Weber carburetors. You can cruise around with the efficiency of a 1-barrel but will open up to a high-performance 2-barrel carb when you want to punch it. This car has a rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive RWD layout."
Comments (27)
Offer in the amount of $8,800
Unfortunately, the seller's information and responses were insufficient.
Lol, 27k. That's a big disconnect.
Bid in the amount of $5,750
Bid in the amount of $5,500
Bid in the amount of $5,250
@Pjku79 Specs:
The car is built on a 1967 VW Beetle chassis, 1500cc 1.5L engine and fiberglass body. VIN 117055145
Custom built fiberglass-body replica by CMC
Mounted on 1967 VW Beetle Tubular chassis VIN 117055145, 4 shift Manual transmission and a built up 1500cc 1.5L 4-cylinder air cooled engine
2-door, convertible, up to 4-passenger
Rear-engine, RWD
Front hood storage compartment
Roller accelerator pedal
6 VDO gauges
7600 Mileage
ECCPP Carb Carburetor Engine 2 Barrel For VW Beetle Transporter Fiat Weber 40Idf
OE 12v Starter
Oil Filter S2870A
Motor oil 5-30
Champion Spark Plugs RL86C
Dual exhaust muffler
Drum brakes in rear. Disc brakes in front.
Black 15” Wide-5 alloy wheels with Porsche emblem center with Black Lug Nuts, 1/2-20 Wheel Nuts with 19mm(3/4") Hex Tuner, 1.38"
4 new Tires 205/50 R15 86v Ecsta PS31 fully aligned.
Radio, amp, antenna and speakers
Replaced:
Motor oil, Fuel filter, Spark plugs and wires
12v Battery Group Size 42
Fuse box, dimmer, relay and flasher
Newly added Wiper motor, switch and wipers installed
Alarm system was added (disconnected) with 2 remotes
Ignition switch with 2 keys
Ignition coil 12v
Converted to Dual 40 IDF Weber carburetors
OE 12v Starter
4 Tires 205/50 R15 and Black Lug Nuts
Fully aligned.
Drum brakes shoe sets and cylinders in rear
Passenger Front suspension Tie Rod assembly
12.5 Gallon Gas tank and Fuel sender
Red vinyl side door panels and rear seat
Outer and inner chrome door handles
Weatherstrip on doors, hood, engine lid
3 spoke wood-rimmed quick release steering wheel with Porsche emblem horn button
Bucket seats with red and black vinyl seat covers
Vintage 2 point Seatbelts with Porsche emblem
Black carpeting with red diamond pattern vinyl mats
Tan canvas snap-on convertible top
Replaced chrome headlights, Tear Drop taillights, License plate light
Repainted Rollbar
Newly Added: Aero sideview mirrors
Chrome hood handle with a gold-finished Porsche insignia added to hood
Seller notes:
Custom built fiberglass-body replica by the former Classic Motor Company CMC of Miami.
it is believed that the owner purchased it fully assembled in 1992 and had it shipped to Ohio where it was registered.
Barn find: Discovered end of 2022, it was discovered in a barn in Ohio abandoned for 16 years. It was sent to the local VW mechanic and sold to me. Shipped to Miami, FL and fully restored.
Original VDO gauges with 7600 miles.
Receipts included.
Clean OH Title. Titled as 1967 VW Beetle on which it is mounted on tubular chassis VIN # 117055145 and 4 gear manual transmission built up 1500cc 1.5L 4-cylinder air cooled engine.
Original plexiglass Windows are cracked. Can be in expensively purchased.
Does not have an AC or heater system
Horn system and button but not wired.
Titled as 1967 VW beetle.
Was not registered with DMV in FL.
@Pjku79 Hello. Correct. The paint is original. The car has only been driven a around town so only like 200 miles since it was fully restored. It was recovered towards the end of 2022.
Bid in the amount of $5,000
Bid in the amount of $4,500
Also based on my math, are you saying it was driven from 1992 to 2006 but then parked for 16 years until 2022?
Do you have any pictures of it prior to the "restoration"? Is the paint 32 years old?
How many miles have been put on since 2022?
The timeline on this is a little confusing to me. You say the current owner built it in 1992, but then you say it was a barn find in 2022. How did the current owner forget it was in his own barn?
What was restored in 2022? Was the engine/trans rebuilt?
@cristi10hagen @cristi10hagen. Thanks for responding. Can you please take a picture of the gear stick?
@Richard356 Pics have been uploaded.
@MH911 it is manual 4 gears
@MH911 I was wondering the same thing. That shifter doesn't look like a manual.
Automatic or manual? Looks automatic from the pic.
Bid in the amount of $3,500
Nice car. Do you know the reason for the tachometer not working in the video? Would it be possible to see a video of the car driving also?
@Richard356 Hello. I’m working on getting those pics uploaded.
@itsmegary Hello. It is currently titled in Ohio as 1967 VW Beetle but you can apply for a Title change with the DMV when you register it in your state.
Is it titled as a 1956 Porsche or a 1967 VW ?
If possible, can you take a picture of the bottom of the car, this would expose the Tubular Chassis you mentioned in your description.
Hello everyone. I’d like to welcome ypu to my auction. I will be checking in to answer all your questions to the best of my ability.
@Richard356 Hello. The tubular chassis has been carpeted so I uploaded a pic of the slit in the carpet that shows the VIN etched into the chassis.
Bid in the amount of $1,356
Please show pictures of the Tubular Chassis