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356 Registry
Volume 28, Number 5
January / February 2005
Local/Regional 356 Groups
' These groups offer activities, information and fellowship for 356
enthusiasts from a particular geographical area . Each group operates
independently and is not sponsored by the 356 Registry.
WEST
Porsche 356 Club
Bob Fitzpatrick. 17620 Corte Potosi.
San Diego, CA 92128, 858-487-0114
rfitzpatrick1 @san.rr.com
356 CAR Club
Jim Reeder, Jr., President
PO Box 726, 4551 Eggers Dr.
Freemont, CA 94536, 510-793-4030
Central Coast
Dick Douglass, 1690 Kleck Rd.,
Paso Robles, CA 93446 805-239-8394
www.cc356c.com
356 Group Nort hwest
Bruce Rockwell, 4705 131st St. Ct. NW
Gig Harbor, WA 98332-7884
253-858-2788 bnmrock@comcast.net
Sierra 356 Porsche Club
Glenn Lewis, 2000 Royal Drive
Reno, NV 89503
Rocky Mount ain Porsc he 356 Club
AI Gordon, 12773 Grizzly
Littleton, CO 80127, ph.303-979-1072
Mountainland Porsche 356 Club
Edward Radford, 1568 Connecticut Dr.
Salt Lake City, UT 84103
801-521-7330
Hawaii 356 Owners Group
Rick Woltz, 719 N. Kainalu Drive
Kailua, HI 96734, ph. 808-262-5417
rdwpoorboy@hawaii .rr.com
SOUTH
Southe rn Owners Group
Ray Ringler, 3755 Creek Stone Way
Marietta, GA 30068, Three56@aol.com
Tennessee Tubs
Nate Greene, 4003 Sunnybrook Drive
Nashville, TN 37205
ngreene@mathewspartners.net
Florida Owners Group
Kirk Stowers, 6134 Anchor Lane
Rockledge, FL 32955, ph. 321-636-5838
kstowers@cfl.rr.com
EAST
Poto mac 356 Owner 's Group
Dan Rowzie, 800 South Samuel St.
Charles Town, WV 25414-1416
356 Mid Atlant ic
Dan Haden, 715 St. Andrews Road
Philadelphia, PA 19118
www.356midatlantic.org
356BURGH
Lenny Santora, 1345 Falla Drive
Bethel Park, PA 15102, ph 412-835-6594
lennyg356@aol.com
geocities.com/welcomet0356burgh
356 Southern Connect icut Register , Ltd.
Ed Hyman, Box 35, Riverside, CT 06878
www.kammotors.com/scr/
edwardh@gullwingsearch.com
Typ 356 Northeast
Ron Swenson, 81b Warren St.
Charlestown, MA 02129
17-242-9213 www.Typ356NE.org
rswenson@typ356ne.org
MIDWEST
Group 356 St. Loui s Regio n
Ted Melsheimer, Sr., 10517 E. Watson Rd.
St. Louis, MO 63127 314-966-2131
Midwest 356 Klub
Robert Follmer, 3605 Greathill Rd.
Crystal Lake, IL 60012
815-477-9825 follmer@sbcglobal.net
Wisconsin Porsch e 356 Club
Tom Spiegel tspeigelt5@aol.com
414-425-5584
Fahr North
Phil Saari, 3374 Owasso St.
Shoreview, MN 55126
651-484-0303, ps356er@yahoo.com
356 Motor Cities Gruppe
Barbara Skirmants, 3359 Kings Mill Road
North Branch, MI 48461 810-688-2059
www.356motorcitiesgruppe.com
Drei Staaten Gruppe
Jim Leonard
2390 Trebein Road, Xenia, Ohio 45385
937-429-5818 JimDreiStaaten@aol.com
Ohio Tub Fanati cs
Richard King, www.ohiotubfanatics.com
330-678-6259,ohiotubfan @cs.com
SOUTHWEST
Arizona Outlaws Porsche 356 Club
Mike Wroughton
19870 N. 86th Ave., Peoria, AZ 85382
623-362-8356 mwroughton@aol.com
Zia 356
Joyce Y. Hooper, 4700 Westridge PI. NE
Albuquerque, NM 8711 1
JYHRetired@webtv.net
Tub Club
Bob Morris, 397 Creekwood Dr.
Lancaster, TX 75146
972-227-8357 rob.morris@attbi.com
Lone Star 356 Club
Mark Roth, 4915 S. Main, Suite 114
Stafford, TX 77477 (Houston)
281-277-9595 mroth356@earthlink.net
OUTSIDE USA
Australian Porsche 356 Register
P.O. Box 7356, St. Kilda Rd.
Melbourne, Victoria 3004, Australia
356 Down Under
P.O. Box 356,Picton 7372, New Zealand
nz356downunder@xtra.co.nz
www.356downunder.co.nz
Maple Leaf 356 Club of Canada
Scott Gray, 467 Sandlewood Road
Oakville, ON L6L 3S3 sgray88@cogeco.ca
Registro Italiano Porsc he 356
Alberto Testo, Pres., Via A. da Brescia, 3
21013 Gallarate (VA) Italy
Tel.e Fax 0331 795355
www.registroitalianoporsche356.it
Porsche 356 Klubb , Sverge
Fredrik Brynte, Malmslattsgatan, 4 S-59031
Bornesberg, Sweden
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Visit your web site at www.356Registry.org
To subscribe to the Registry's electronic mail list. send an email to: 356talkrequest@356registry.org with the single word subscribe as the message, or go to the
Registry's website at www.356registry.org The new password for members-only
pages and ads is: Becker The old password: Recaro
Officers
Ch u c k House, President
(Chuck House@356 reg istry.org)
11073 Begonia Ave .
Fou ntain Valley , CA 92708
7 14-418-0779 (hm) , 949 -567 -452 1 (w k)
949-567-45 10 wk fax
Jerry Keyser , Vice President
(Je rryKeyse r@356registry.org)
P.O.B ox 937, Powell , O H 43065-0937
Roland Lohnert, Treasurer
(Roland Lohne rt@356registry.org)
142 2 Twin Oa ks Ln. , Cas tle Rock , CO 80 10
303-663-4363
Patty Yow , Secre tary
(PattyYow@356registry.org)
Trustees
Bob Campbell Event Insurance
(BobCa mp be ll@356reg istry.org)
209 64 Ca nte rwoo d Dr.,
Sa nta Clarita , CA 9 1350 ,661-25 1-3500
Magazine Editorial Staff
Gordon Maltby, Editor
Mary Skamser, Office Manager
215 W. Myrtle St., Stillwate r, MN 55082
65 1-439-0204, fax 65 1-439 -7620
(Gor do nMalt by @356 reg istry.org)
Dr. Bill Block, Book Reviews,
356 Registry Database Monitor
(block lab@aol.com)
7295 Co ldsp ring, Wes t Bloomfi eld , MI 48322
248 -535- 1449
Keith Denahan, Vintage Racing
2153 7 110th Ave. S., Boca Raton, FL 3342 8
56 1-482-05 16
Dr. Brett Johnson, Restoration Editor
(356 d rb@ indy.ne t)
75 10 Alli sonvill e Rd. , Indianapolis, IN 46 250
317-841-7677 (RWKtwo@aol.com)
Dick Koen ig , Four Cam Forum
23 Foxtail Circle, En glewood, CO. 80113
303- 76 1-308 1
Chuck House
(ChuckHo use@356registry.org)
11073 Begoni a Ave.
Fount ain Valley, CA 92708
7 14-4 18-0779 (H)
Prescott Kelly, 356 Collec tibles
(KellyC T@o pto nline. net)
16 Silver Ridge , Weston , CT 06883
203 -22 7-7770
Joe Johnson
(Joe Jo hnso n@356 registry.org)
3802 Briarwood Ave ., High Point , NC 27265
336 -886-528 7 (H)
J im Perrin , Historian
(ca rrerag ts@aol.com)
Box 293 07, Co lumb us, O H 43229
6 14-882-9046
Jerry Keyser
(Jerr yK eyser @356regist ry.org)
P.O .Box 937, Powell , O H 43065-0937
Roland Lohnert
(Ro landLohnert@356 regis try.org)
1422 Twin Oa ks Ln., Cas tle Rock , CO 80 104
303 -663 -4363
Vic Skirmants
(Barba raSk irma nts@356 registry.org)
33 59 Kings Mill Rd, North Branch , MI 484 61
810-688 -2059
Randall Yow
(RandaIlYow@356reg istry.org)
21 Thimbleb erry Sq .• G reens bo ro, NC 27455
336 -545-8994
Website Staff
Joe Johnson, Webmeis ter
(Joe Jo hnso n@356 Reg istry.o rg)
John Audette, Website Technical Editor
(JohnAude tte@356 Reg istry.org)
Er ic Cherne!! , Web Elf
(EricChe rneff@356 Reg istry.o rg)
Rick Dill , Email List Moni tor
(Rick Dill @356 reg istry.org)
Robi n Hansen, Web Elf, Email List Moni tor
(Rob inHansen @356reg istry.org)
Ch ris Markham , Web Elf
(C hrisMa rkham@356registry.org)
Richard Millang , Web Elf and Web Design
(Richa rdMilla ng@356reg istry.org)
J im Schrager, Marketwatch
(james .sc hrage r@gs b.uc hicago.edu)
54722 Littl e Flower Trail
Mish awak a, IN 46545
574 -287 -4500
Vi c Skirmants, Technical Editor
(Vic@356 Enterp rises .com)
3359 Kin gs Mill Rd , North Branch , MI 484 61
810-688 -2059
Pat Tobin, Pat's Posts
(audio.co ns ulta nt@ve rizo n.net)
17092 Ch atswo rth St.,
G ranada Hills, CA 91344 -5849
818-368 -1262
Club Services
Barbara Skirmants ,
Membership, Renewals, Circulation
(Ba rbaraSkirma nts@356registry.org)
3359 Kings Mill Rd , North Bran ch , MI 48461
810-688-9090 , fax 810-688 -909 1
John Jenkins , Travel Assistance Netwo rk
(john j en kins @agilent. com )
3122 Kings ley St., Sa n Diego, CA 92 106
619-224 -3566, fax 619-22 4-3933
M & M Enterprises, Wes & Diane
Goodie Store (356goodiestore@ usa .ne t)
25209 Cas iano , Sa linas, CA 93908
83 1-643-0356, fax 83 1-643 -1333
Dr. Brett Johnson, Porsche Factory Liaison
(356d rb@ indy. net)
75 10 Alliso nv ille Rd., Indianap olis, IN 46250
317-84 1-7677, fax 317-8 49 -200 1
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Upcoming Events
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The Miscellany File
Gordon Maltby
6
President's Letter
Guest, Bob Garretson
8
Nick Torelli - AColorful Life
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Australian Porsche Parade
Peter Shayle-George
14
3; 6 Registry East Coast Holiday 2004
TIle Keysers
I6
Pnrsche's First Race - ARe-examination
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Herbert Kaes
Jacques ~Iertens
24
Collectibles
Prescott Kelly
26
Industrial Engincs
Pat Tobin
30
,\Iarketwatch
Jim Schrager
36
Perspectives: Germany, 19;I
Steve Snyder
38
"lle els and Reels
Adam Wright.
40
Years Ago
Jim Perrin
42
Classified Ads
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Vintage Racing
Keith Denahan
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Travel Innes
Bob Cannon
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2004 Speedster Survey Results
JimJohnston
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Tail Lights
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Produced and printed in V,SA
On the cover:Aimpressionistic scene from the
356 Registry East Coast Holiday concours at
Yorktown. Photo by Ed Hyman (picturedabove ina
"stockphoto"from Historic Williamsburg).
On the outer wrap. from Bert leemberg: Norbert
Glimpel driving a Roadster atthe Groeneveld
Hillclimb near Calgary. Alberta. 1963,
Photo by Art Marchildon.
y wife and I decided to celebrate the
M50th anniversary of the Speedster's
In the MAil
introduction in the United States on October 17,
2004 bydriving our '57 Speedster (82649) down
to Watkins Glen where Max lloffrnan entered
80002 in the Concourse some 50 years before.
There isa picture of80002 at Smalley's Garage on
thatdate in the recently published bookSpeedster
Typ 540. Unfortunately, the weather was very
unsettled thatday, so our 944 took the Speedster's
place. We did snap a picture of Smalley's as it
appears today.
It is reassuring to know that 80002 and
Smalley's have survived the past 50 years!
Allen and Lavina Schuessler
Cowlesville, New York
The Maestro's $100 Speedster Engine
A s bidder #2 at the Maestro's parts aucIltion in September of 2003, I expected
some good deals, but euphoria faded quickly
when the Maestro's ash tray went for high bucks
and the intrusive computer always seemed to outbid the audience. Long blocks were going for
almost four grand. Even industrial engines
broughtgood bids (in the several hundreds'). So
I figured 1should bidon the next core engine that
came up. Not checking what it was, or its condition, I bid anyway and got it for $100. Expecting
the worse, I checked the case numbers and found
it to be the sameyear as myengine-less Speedster!
Small oil pump, separate seal housing, etc. (Ugh!
as the Maestro would say). Locked solid, it did
reveal a lightflywheel and a late cooler. Now that
had to be worth my bid.
Onthe second dayI purchased manysmaller parts plus possibly the last short block Mr.
Tom Scott receives Denver Community Award
osemary Lohnert sent a newspaper clipping and some notes about longtime Registry member
RTom Scott of Denver, who is the 2004 recipient of Denver's Minoru Yasui Community
Volunteer Award. This award, created in 1976, honors individuals who make outstandingcontributions
to their communities. Tom was honoredfor his 20 years ofwork with Cerebral PalsyofColorado, particularly the children's programs. lie created the ExoticSports Car and Concours d'Elegance, an event that
has raised over $300,000 forCerebral Palsyand enabled it to provide education andsupport to hundreds
ofchildren and their families. Tom served on the CP board for several years providing professional leadership and solid guidance as he helped govern the agency through change and innovation.
Denver Mayor John I1ickenlooper proclaimed November 18 "Tom Scott Day." Tom was officially
recognized at a reception in
his honor in Denver and presented with a plaque and a
check for $2,500. He has
donated his award to
Cerebral Palsy of Colorado.
Tom is yet another
example of Registrymembers
who find a way to combine
their love and knowledge of
cars with their dedication to
improving the lives of others.
We're proud ofyou Tom!
Tom Scott presents his award
check for $2500. to Judith
Ham. president of CP
Colorado.
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Volume 28, Number 5
Pellow worked on, since the third piece of the
case was not installed. Upon arrival days later at
my shop in another state, I drained the oil and
stripped the core's top end for examination.
Surprise, surprise! The screen was clean and the
only damage was one piston ring stuck due to
rainwater. It had a low mileage big bore kit, new
bearings, a like-new camshaft, and no slop anywhere. Maybe the Maestro knew somethingabout
this engine the auction didn't, Anyway, I quickly
installed some tighter A-heads and re-honed the
cylinders. I put my carbs and shrouding on,
installed an 050 distributor, etc., and fired it off.
"Shades of the Inner Circle!" The thing ran
Strong Like Bull (as the Maestro would say). No
smoke, no rattles, almost like a new watch. A
clearcaseofthe super natural?Black Magic? Who
knows? Thank you, Maestro. My tub now has the
correct period engine #65888-after sitting for
30 years-and I shall "Keep the Faith."
Pat Rogers, Dallas, Texas
April 21
Cambria, California
The annual North Meets South event, See below
February 5
Los Angeles, California
The 22Jl(1 Porsche VW Literature, Toy and
Memoribilia Meet at the I. AAirport Hilton. For
info contact Prescott Kelly, 203-227-7770
KellyC)'@optonlinc.net; Jim Perrin, 614-8829046 CarreraGTS@aol.com; or Wayne Callaway,
909-930-1999 days. Info at the website:
www.1AToyAndLitShow.com
February 6
Long Beach, California
The L.A. AII-Euro Swap Meet & Auto Sale at
Veteran's Stadium, 5000 Lew Davis Dr., begins at
7am. European-Onlycars, parts and accessories.
Free parkng, admission $5.00, Car for sale space,
or non-reserved swap space, $35.00. For
reserved swap and vendor spaces, call 661-2966545,
fax 661-263-0431 or
email
info@LaAIIEuro.com. web: www.laAIIEuro.com
March 17-20
Sebring, Florida
SVRA Vintage Races, See www.svra.org
Aprt l 7-10
Boerne, Texas
The 356 Registry Gulf Coat Holiday. See information on page 9.
April 23
Hershey, Pennsylvania
The Eastern PA PCA Region all-Porsche Swap
Meet. Contact Steve (hun, sbturbo@aol.com or
visit www.CPA-PCA.org.
April 25-30
Fra nce
Tour Auto Lissac 2005 (formerly Tour de France
Automobile) runs from Paris to Biarritz with regularity (rally) sections andspeed comps at several tracks alongthe way. See wwwrour-auto.com
j uly 9-10
Dana Point, California
The Dana PointConcours.
See Porsche356c1ub.org for details,
j une 29-j uly 3
Banff, Alberta, Canada
The 2005 356 Wcst Coast Holiday is in the
Canadian Rocky Mountains-Banff National Park
and Kananaskis country. Activities include a Bow
Valley escorted driving tour, sightseeing in Banff,
a Porsche 356 Concours d'Elegance with an
awards-gala banquet, a swap meet and much
morel Please see the displayon page 7.
Sept, 2-4
Maffcrsdorf, Czech Republi c
The Czech Porsche Club will celebrate the 130th
anniversary of Prof. Porsche's birth in his hometown . For details contact Milan Bumba,
porsche@automuzeum.cz or Zdenek Base,
zb356b@aol.com.
September 6-10 2006
Colorado
Thc 2006 356 West Coast Holiday at Snowmass
and Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Event is in the
planning stages, but mark your calendars (as
soon as you have a 2006 onel)
356 Registry
East Coast Holiday XXXI
Sept. 8-11 2005
Danville, Virginia
The Holiday will be held at the
Berr y Hill Mans ion Hot el a nd
Confere nce Center located on River
Road, South Boston, VA. During the
18th century River Road W;L~ a part of
the main stage route between New York
and New Orleans. Located on a 700
acre plantation, this national historic
landmark IJ;L~ been carefully restored.
92 tastefully appointed guest rooms
feature wood floors, four-post canopy
beds, large bathrooms and ba.lconies
overlooking the plantation. Designed ;L~
a conference center and executive
retreat, it is complete with tennis,
indoor pool, sauna, mountain bike and
hiking trails and billiards room.
This Holiday will be very low key,
designed to enjoythe cars and the comradery. If you're looking for bright
lights and shopping centers, you had
better stop somewhere on the way. We
have reserved the entire complex and
will be the onlygroup on the 700 acres.
For those not able to drive to the
event the closest major airports will be
Greensboro, NC and Raleigh, NC.
For details: www.356Registry.org
The Porsche 356 Club proudly presents
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS: Preliminaryschedule;
Friday- Registration (opens at noon) - Driving Tour, travelthe spectrum from rocky coastal shorelines to rolling
hills dotted with oaks, lakes, & wineries - Tech Session;
REGISTRATION FORM
FridayNight: Literature Meet;
(Please photocopy and
Saturday
- Peoples Choice Car Show & Luncheon _
fill out completely, orvisit
Driving Tour - Evening Awards Banquet featuring great
porsche356club.org
_
food, great friends, door prizes, awards and slide show.
and print out form.)
Sunday - Swap Meet - Depart.
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Event Info: Steve Schmidt, 714-319-4593,
Checks payable to "North Meets
South: drawn on US banks only.
_
email steveschmidt@qmccranes.comor
Mail check & form to Felix and
Bob Clucas, 714-639-4477, email bclucas @s
Jeannie Macaluso, 101 n Swallow
North Meets South 2005
Cambria Pines • April 21-24
REGISTRANT
Co-Registrant
Address:
Cily
Phone:
State_ _
Zip
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E-maiIAddress:
Indicate type of 356you wish toenter in the People's Choice Car Show:
OPEN_ or CLOSED_
Please mark either
Pre-A_A_ T·5B_ T-6B_ C_ SpeciallnteresL Outlaw_ Unrestored_
Shirt Size (Mark Registrantand Co-Registrant)
S_ M_ L_ XL_ XXL_ (no guarantee onsizeafter Mar.1 5)
REGISTRANT ($99 after Mar 15)
CO·REGISTRANT
Awards Banquet (Sat eve)
Choices: Tri-tip_ Chicken_ Salmon_
Concours Luncheon (Sat)
Child's Lunch
Vendor Table forLiteratureMeet
Ave., Fountain Valley, CA92708.
Registrationquestions, email
fmaca @msn.com
orcall 71 ·96 ·2875
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Event HO: Cambria
Pines Lodge (800)445-6868 Mention Porsche 356 Club for specialrates.
January I February 2005
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up a few days early and play a round of golf at the Kananaskis Country Golf
Course designed byRobertTrentJones Sr. The two acclaimed courses, Mt Kidd
and Mt. Lorette, are a golfer's paradise! Book early, as tee-times fill quickly.
"Or staya fewdays longer, walkon a glacieralong the Icefields Parkway,
and taste the cool glacial water from the ice formed some 300 years ago.
Perhaps you will opt tostay for theworld famous Calgary Stampede,calledThe
Greatest Outdoor Showon Earth, or visitthe Badlandsand discover the Royal
Tyrrell Museum with its display of prehistoric dinosaurs. There is an abundance of other attractions to create a memorable vacation.
"Remember, they are meant to be driven, so drive with us on the 356/~"; ,
ii .
ln Holiday in 2005!"
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he dead of winter is a great time for us Northerners to start planning where we'll take our 3 ~ 6s when the glacier~ ~ecede, A~ril in
the Texas hill country promises to be a great driving experience,
with mild temps and hills covered with wildflowers. Roger Flink and theother
organizers have a great event planned "Deep in the Heart of Texas." The registration form is opposite, so et signed up ay.
Bob Campbell writes on the "Dunkel" swap meet
At the end ofJune another Holidaywill take place just north of the border. Here's a suggestion from Bert Leemburg:
'''Have itandtheywill come,' a literarytwist on the words of Ray Kinsella,
the Iowa farmer in the movie "Field ofDreams," who built a baseballdiamond
in his cornfield. So here too, in the Canadian Rocky Mountains, we created the
356 Holiday 2005 Driving Adventure and the 356 Porsches will come! We
wanted tofeaturepicturesque Banff, breathtaking Lake Louise andthe rawand
unspoiled beauty of Kananaskis as a most-rewarding 356 Holiday destination.
"Whether your trail takes yo u through beautiful Montana, crossing and
winding alongthe Missouri River following the trekof Lewis andClark, or driving the scenic Columbia Gorge in Oregon; wherever your headlights point,
another spectacular and breathtaking spectacleawaits you in Western Canada.
"On your route, you willlikelycomeupon Highway22, aptly named "The
CowboyTrail." As you dart up the Traila seeminglyendless panorama unfolds
before you r eyes, with the Canadian RockyMountains guardingthe horizon . In
the soft-rolling Porcupine Hills, a ribbon of pavement provides the perfect
driving elements. It will be a truly unforgettable driving experience! Nearby is
the Bar URanch, a National I1istoric Site and working ranch, where you may
tie up your Porsche 356 and rest a spell.
"A short burst of acceleration and you're in the village of Longview,
where the trailturns sharplywest into the seeminglyinsurmountable Rockies.
Amoderate climb brings you up to the Highwood Pass, the highest point on
anyCanadian highway. Flanked bysnow-covered mountaintops, you feast your
eyes on hanging glaciers as all roads here lead to the 356 Holiday 2005
Headquarters at the DeltaLodge at Kananaskis.
"The 356 Rocky Mountain Holiday runs fromJune 29-July3,2005.Drive
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"As many are aware, due to the success of the annual All Porsche Swap
& Show, graciouslyhosted by the Peter and LarryDunkel families for the past
several years, we have again outgrown our playground and require another
venue. In the past decade, this Swap & Show has required many adjustments
to allowfor its growth, and it is simplytime for another adjustment. To allow
this wonderful gathering of Porsche cars and enthusiasts to continue in a
repeatable andsustainable manner,we will expand the eventtowelcome other
European-manufactured automobiles. European automobiles only!
"The Inaugural L.A. All Euro Swap Meet & Car Sale will provide a welcome infusion of new eyes on your Porsche, your swap items or services
offered, and therewill be more to lookat. Acombiningof European marques
attracts more attendees, provides more to experience and, more importantly,
it allows fora much needed andproper venue for continued growth forall.
"Please join us on Sunday, February 6, 2005, at Veterans Stadium, 5000
Lew Davis St. , in Long Beach and enjoy acres of parts and accessories plus
hundreds of beautiful Porsches."
Forevent information and directions, see the event info on page 5.
East Coast Holiday near Danville, Virginia, Sept. 8-11
Joe Johnson and
Randall Yow
have put together
a low-key event
at a beautiful
and historic spot
at South Boston,
VA. Driving
events at VIR are
part of the weekend. Staytuned!
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This is the time to corne to Texas.
We ha ve planned an eve nt-packed holiday in a location sure to
offer so me thing for eve ryo ne.
Surrounding the eve nt locat ion
at Tap atio S prings Resort are
man y towns and attrac tio ns to
visit before o r afte r the eve nt.
Tapati o Springs is four miles
out side Boern e, a town rich in
histor y go ing back to the
Germ an immi grants w ho ca me
to thi s par t of Texas in the
I840s . Th e roads are grea t fo r
dri ving and the sma ll qu aint
town s along them host man y
interestin g sto ps. San A nto nio,
only a short dri ve away displays a color ful mix of the past
and the present with its early mission s, Th e A lamo, its
River walk , and man y modern attracti on s.
The fu n starts on Thursday night .
You are invited to a we lco me Texas Bar-B -Qu e by the river
that run s next to the resort. Let us ente rtain yo u in true Texas
fashi on w ith goo d food, ente rtainme nt. and hospitality. Your
regi strati on is all that is need ed to parti cipate in this eve nt.
Friday i s the day to explore the
Heart of Texas. Th ere is plent y to do
o n thi s day. Join the morning Hill Co untry
Dri ving Tou r. We have ar range d an escorted tour
th rou gh so me of the most sce nic dri vin g co untry
in the area. Th e g uided tour ends in Wimberly, a
sma ll town o n the Blan co River. Have lunch at
one o f the man y restau rant s and enjoy this laid back to wn . Return to Tapat io via o ne of the
man y routes we have mark ed o n a co lor-co ded map that w ill be
pro vid ed . You r afte rnoo n is free to enjoy tenn is, sw immi ng, o r
mayb e eve n a siesta . T here is also a free resort shuttle into
Boern e where yo u ca n browse the antiq ue and gift sho ps.
At 4 :30 p.m . we w ill board bu ses to tak e us into the heart o f
San A nto nio. We have arrange d for a pri vate guided tour of the
A lamo. Thi s may well be the highlight of o ur holiday. A fterward we
April 7 - 10, 2005
w ill meet o n the Riverwalk for a
ga la Mexican dinn er. Th ere will be plent y o f tim e to tak e a
boat ride and enjoy the area before we board the buses to return
to Tapatio Springs.
Saturday's events are at the resort.
In the morn ing, the Peopl e 's C ho ice Co nco urs will be o n the
lawn at Tap atio. Th ere w ill be a specia l gift for A LL parti ci pant s who di spl ay thei r ca rs. We wa nt everyone to parti cipat e .
Afte r lunch there wi ll be a Tech Session with a ren own ed g uest
speaker and a Literatu re I Memorabili a I Par ts Sw ap Meet.
Brin g that stuff yo u want to se ll. Of course, the 356 Goodie
Store wi ll be o pen throu ghout the eve nt. Oth er 356 vendors will
also be present.
Sa turday eve ning brin gs the
Banquet and Awa rds present ation. In true Texas tradition
we are planning grea t food
and enterta inme nt, as we ll as
so me surprises . Thi s is one
banquet yo u won't wa nt to
miss.
Sunday is the
time we must
bid fa rewell, No offi Overlooking c ial sw ap meet on Sunday, so
Tapatio Springs Resort yo u ge t to slee p late. Stay a
few da ys in the area, o r dep art
with fond memories of the Registr y 2005 G ulf Coas t Holid ay,
II Deep in the heart of Texas. II
You're Invited, Regi ster Earl y
or co ntac t:
Dave Wildrick , Registrar
2005 Gulf Coast Holiday
8915 South Rice
Houston, TX 77096
email.dave@356.cc teI.713,218 .8 6 8 6
. Guest Columnist, Bob Garretson
Carrera GT, The car was a complete rust bucket.The bodyis nowall repaired
and painted :U1d 1am putting it back together. I don't have the original engine
that the kardex shows because the car was a factoryrally car and the original
engine stayed at the factory. As a matter of interest, the original engine serial
number appears on two other kardexes I know of. The engine I do have is 8
numbers off but is stamped GT. 1do not know the engine number the car was
sold with. The car was sold to a man in Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe) and
shipped to England when the country became independent from England.
Sometime between the car arriving in England and the time I bought it the
engine had disappeared.
Wish to thank all those who voted for me. It is a great honor to have
been elected a trustee and I will try to contribute to the team I am
joining. I am looking forward to the first meeting I will be attending
in February The good thing is that I will not be going in completely blind. 1
have been added to the email list and have been getting the correspondence
between the present trustees. The club has grown both in membershipand its
business acumen throughthe years. 1hope I can help this growth to continue.
When 1got interested in sports cars in the early '50s I thoughtthe Austin
Healy 100 was the greatest car. Fortunately1went to a Universityhomecoming
in 1954 and met a fraternitybrother who had just finished his Army service in
Germ:U1Y. We got talking about sports cars and he said, "You should look at
mine." I took a look at this little red coupeand said I wasn't very impressed.
Alec said, "Lets gofor a little ride and I willshow you why you want a Porsche
instead of a Healy." After that ride and looking over the I500 Super the next
day I knew I had to have a Porsche.
I finallywas able to buy a used '57 sunroof normal coupe in late 1957.
In 19601 bought a '59 normal coupe, I didn't like the changes made in the B
models so I decided the last iteration of the 356A was the car for me, The '59
Astayed with me until 1976, During that time everythingwas modifiedto make
the car competitive with the 91Is, but fi nally I gaveup :U1d sold the car, What
a mistake, I wasn't withouta 356 however, because I had purchased a Carrera
Aharth in 1970.
Luck was with me, shortly after I sold the '59, my best friend who also
had a '59 decided he wanted to sell his. Since I had done all the work on his
car 1leaped at it. 1still have the car today. In the late '80s I acquired a '58
I
Bob athome with his 3565
We all have our 356s for different reasons. For me as an engineer the
original attraction was the technical aspects of the car. Now what impresses
me is howa 45 year old car drives so well andfeels so good. Howmanyheads
have each ofyou turned passing newcars on the freeway? Friends ask me why
we like these oldcars so much. 1always tellthem, ifyou owned one you would
knowwhy.
To quote an oldfriend "Keep the Faith"
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Drive the Adventure!
Welcom e to " Kananaskis",
th e native word for
" Meelill~,,! 4 lire Willers",
o r as we like to call it
"Aleelillg oj lire Porsclie
35 6s" . H ere, th e pristine
and breathtakin g splendor
of th e Ca nadian R ocky
M ountains awaits you! We have plann ed thi s 356 H oliday in
2005 , as a trul y relaxing and fun- filled 356 Dri ving Adventure.
You wi ll marvel at th e bluest skies, breath e th e freshest
mountain air, drin k th e purest glacial wate rs and wo nder
at th e clar ity of th e turquoise lakes and rivers. ..
This is th e un spoiled bea uty of Banff N atio nal Park .
T he 356 R ocky M ountain H oliday 2005 headquart er s are
at th e award-winning Delta Lod ge at Kananaskis. T he Lod ge
is situated at an elevatio n of 5,000 ft., o nly 60 mi les from
Ca lgary's Int ern atio nal Airport and o nly a th irt y-minut e
leisurely drive from th e Ga te at Banff N ation al Park . H ere,
am idst 1,500 sq uare miles o f towering m ountains are valleys
beckoning for your Po rsch e 356 adve nt ure !
The abundance of daylight w ill amaze you, wi th lazy sunsets,
du sk lingeri ng till late int o th e evening and th e glow of
ano ther day o nly hours away.We promi se you th e lon gest
days for your utmost enjoy me nt.
It is said, "They are m eant to be dri ven! " So j oin us
at the Aleetill,,,! of tire Porschcs in Ban ff /K an an askis.
Registration/Lodging information available on the Web at: www.356holiday2005.com
or by E-mail at : bert@356holiday2005.com or by Phone at: (403) 240-4856
AColorful life
Nick Torelli
i1 ;1Y request for info about last issue's
1. r1 wrap photo brought several responses, including a notable onefrom Larry Wilson
who not only shared his recollections ofNick
Torelli, but provided contact information for
Nick's family and the San Francisco Chronicle,
which published a comprehensive biography
uponNick 'sdeath in 2003; an excerptappears
below. My thanks to Keay Davidson and the
Chronicle, and to Nick's wifejanice Torelli for
the uionderful photos ofNick's lifefilled with
Porsches. GM
The undated photos
on these pages are from Nick Torelli's
racing scrapbook. Nick and his "Flower Power"
Speedster were afixture at Northern Claifornia
tracks for over adecade. His life outside of the
racing scene was just as colorful.
Nick Torelli,
Cars, Charisma and Compassion
he earned pocket money by fixing his fellow students' cars. He moved to San Francisco in the
early 1960..'1 , where he opened or worked in several auto garages, includingthe Pit Stop on Ocean
Avenue. He repaired cars owned by musicians
who playedat places such as the Avalon Ballroom,
Family Dog, Peppermint West and the Fillmore.
Mr. Torellienjoyed pointing out thatat one garage
that catered to high-living celebrities, he was
known as the "Head Mechanic." "He paintedJanis
Joplin's car three times in his shop," his brother
John recalled, addingwith a laugh: "He was a guy
who worked with his hands, so you always had to
be careful when you shook hishand that you didn't come back with a handful of grease."
Mr. Torelli also supplied used cars for films
shot inSan Francisco, most famouslyfor the 1968
Steve McQueen thriller "Bullitt" and the 1978
Goldie Hawn comedy "Foul Play."Somecars were
used in the film 's celebrated chase scene, while
others were less obvious: "There is a green VW
that reappears and reappears and reappears - that
is one ofNick's cars," saidJanice Torelli, his wife.
Jim Toland, a longtime Torelli friend and a
former Chronicle business news editor, said:
"Nick was an integral part of the 1960s scene in
San Francisco and kept manyold hippies and bikers mobile with quick fixes to their VW bugs and
their choppers. "At first meeting, Nick often
seemed the savvy New Yorker and tough business-
man. But after a short exchange, it was obvious
that Nick was very sensitive and caring with people - and cars." Dominic Albanese, a longtime
employee andfriend ofMr. Torelli's, recalled him
as "a character: lIe had charisma, he had business sense, but most of all he knew how to have
fun." "Over the period oftime fro m 1966 to 1986,
he took in at least 20 people who were absolutely
hopeless and helpless and desperate - like me and turned them into responsible people,"
Albanese said. Mr. Torelli hired Albanese as an
employee and "taught me the secrets to success:
Showup on time, do what you're supposed to do,
and do a little extra, and don't tellanybodyabout
it." "I would not have been anything if it hadn't
been for Nick - I'd have been in prison," says
Albanese, who now works for a humanitarian
relief organization in Portland, Oregon.
An "auto junkyard for the yuppies" was how
a 1985 Chronicle headline billed Mr. Torelli's All
ImportAutoDismantlers near Candlestick Park. It
was described as "an indoor junkyard where you
go in and shop for parts the way you do in a
supermarket." The article described Torelli as
"short and plump" with a "breezy gift of gab." Mr.
Torelli loved manyformsofmusic, includingclassical; in his later years he was a devotee of operas
and symphonies. He also served as president of
the church parish at St. Philip's Church in Noe
Valley.
By Keay Davidson, San Francisco
ChronicleStaff writer; Monday, May 26, 2003
...From the 1960s hippie-and-rock-music
era onward, Mr. Torelli was celebrated for his
clients in the San Francisco music scene, who
turned to him when they needed their cars fixed
or painted in the psychedelic style typical of that
era, relatives said Sunday. He also supplied cars
for scenes in "Bullitt" and other films shot in San
Francisco, the relatives said.
Nicholas Louis Torelli was born March 20,
1937, in Yonkers, N.Y. , the younger of two sonsof
John Nicholas Torelli, a scrap collector. When he
was 13 the family moved to the Miami area. He
attended Coral Gables High School, where he was
"extremely popular," recalled his brother John
Torell of Colorado Springs. Mr. Torelli became
especially interested in the scrap-collecting business after the move to Miami, he said in a 1985
interview with The Chronicle. "We lived near the
Everglades," he said. "When people wanted to get
rid of a car, they dumped it in the swamp. " He
hauled some abandoned cars from the swamp,
then sold their parts or restored them to working
order. "When 1 was 15, I owned 20 cars and
motorcycles."
Mr. Torelli also attended the University of
Florida in Gainesville for two years; while there,
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larry Wilson remembers
I checked some old, faded, E Production
finishing sheets, and Nick was 20th at Camp
Stoneman (3 April 1966) , 21st at Cotati (16April
1967), and 23rd at laguna Seca (6 May 1967). In
all cases, he was two or three laps down at the finish. Hut, those were tough years with large, competitive EP fields. For example at the Laguna race,
31 EP cars started, including 21 Speedsters. I
remember my goal was to be first in the second
group. Nickcontinued to race his EPSpeedster in
1968 and the years following, but I don't have EP
finishing sheets for that time because I moved
over to Formula Vee so I could be first in the fi rst
group.
In the San Francisco Region ofSCCA, drivers
were asked to list the color of their car in the
entry form to help describe it in the program for
the spectators and in the entrylisting used hycorner workers. MySpeedster was listed as red. Nick
indicated the color of his Speedster was "Floral."
I thought Floral was descriptive.
I thought Nick was a San Francisco hippie,
hut I had no idea he was as "colorful" as
described in his obituary Larry' Wilsoll
Acloseup of the right corner shows an inscription "Donot bend. fold or mutilate,"added by Dominic Albanese
after the first Flower Power car was totaled.The race entry form line for car color ismarked "floral:'
Dominic Albanese
Nick's friend, co-worker and raci ngcompatriot Dominic Albanese spoke with us about his
years on the San Francisco sceneat Nick's garage,
Hack from Vietnam in 1965 and armed with a
cheap toolbox fro m Sears, he approached Nick
saying, "I'm Dominic Albanese and you're going
to give me a job." Nick didn't know the man hut
he knewthere had been "had blood" between his
and the Albanese family in the old country, and
perhaps feeling a lillie threatened, he acquiesced
to hiring the stranger. For ten years they worked
together on cars belonging to locals of every
social strata. From wealthy customers to "Every
rock and roll star, dope dealer and ne'er-do-well
in San Francisco," as Dominic describes their
more interesting clientele.
"All our race cars, motorcycles and trucks
were painted burgundy," Dominic recalls. "Nick
got about a 55-gallon drum of it ;U1d used it for
everything." Awoman named lau relAnnedidthe
brush work on Nick's later race cars, three of
which were known as the "Flower Power" cars.
Some ofthese were "cobbled together from parts
ofother 356s," said Dominic. "I built theengines
and transmissions, They were really fast but usually didn 't last more than one race:' From 1966
to 1972Nick ran EProduction, an effort in which
Dominic describes Nick as an "outlaw racer,"
Around 1975 Nick went into the recycling
(junkyard) husiness and for a time, Dominic
lived on-site. "I had three VWbuses cut apartand
parked end-to-end, like my own railroad car:'
Over the years, Dominic stayed in regular
contact and was there at the end for Nick.
Nickcustomized hisrace cars to some
extent even before the Flower Power days.
The burgundypaint was accented by blue
edging and hisname on each front fender.
Note the matching burgundy helmet inthe
upperphoto. Other shots from the scrapbook show a psychedelic-painted helmet
and another with aflower on top that complemented the car's outrageous paint
scheme.
RighI: Nick waits for the start of a race.
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O
ctober, 356 and Arizona have meant
the running ofthe AnnualJavelina 100
to the Arizona Outlaws for the past
nine years. 2004was no exception. The route was
a vi rtual repeat of the 2002 event which began in
Prescott and concluded at the historic La Posada
railroad hotel in Winslow.
The festivities began poolside in Prescott
with the Warm-up Party and Registration. Event
shirts were handed out and hellos exchanged.
With beer and chips in hand I was asked the
usual, "How many cars are coming?" Proudly I
announced that 46 cars had registered fromseven
states with Jim Learmonth driving over one thousand miles from Texas, one way just to go on a
200 mile tour with the Outlaws. Now that's
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'Keeping the Faith!'
and it's not the first
time Jim has done so.
Also represented were
the statesNewMexico,
Colorado, California,
North Carolina and
Florida.
Saturday was a
crisp Fall morning
with abundant Arizona
sunshine. Cars filed
out of Prescott down
the twisty White Spar mountain roads. White
knuckles eased as wepassed throughSkull Valley
on our way to the top of Mingus Mountain at
7,000 feet.Descending into Cornvillewe gathered
for lunchat Babe's Rou ndup in Camp Verde. With
western vittles being dished out, we dined under
wanted posters of realOutlaws, while our beloved
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mile journey.
The 'Wind-Down Party' took place in front
ofthe large stonefi replaceof the Big Roomshortly after all had checked into their Southwestern
rooms. Libations andtalltales from the road filled
the room. Awards were given for Worst Tires Chuck House, Most in need of Wax -Dave
Stinchcomb, Biggest Bug Splat -Bill Kaltenbach
and Best drawing using Crayons anda Paper BagJoe Almers and his '356 in a Garage'.
Think about joining the Outlaws for a run
sometime. We've got some great two lane roads,
good weather and some great scenery. 2005 will
be the 10th Anniversary of the Javelina and I'm
planning on making the Grand Canyon the destination. So, keep a spot open in early October to
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elbourne, the capital city of the
Australian state of Victoria, with its
4-million sports crazy population is
the hub of all things 356 in Australia and this was
the 19th 356Porsche Parade, commemorating50
years of the Speedster.
Como Park, in the centre of the city, was
alive to the sound of pushrod and 4-cam engines
as over a hundred 356 cars, twenty-five of them
Speedsters, formed up under cloudless skies with
a ground temperature up to 27 degrees C.
This concours event was the culmination of
a hilarious weekend of 356 camaraderie. The
previous dayinvolved a drive south to an outdoor,
safari-style game park. Motoring in a line of 356s
never seems to fail to impress, no matter where
you are. We were windblown and covered in the
obligatory sunscreen, but it was hard to keep the
smile off our faces.
The quality of cars present was testimonyto
the hours and hours of time spent in preparing
these cars for an event such as this. The craftsmanshipby panel people, paint people, andautomotive engineers leaves us in awe of these
experts. Porsche Cars Australia once again
showed their SUpp0l1 to the Australian Porsche
356 Register by providing three Museum cars;
two 356Abarths, and a 356 Carrera. ,~
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Peter Shayle-George of Wellington. New Zealand writes: Seven New Zealanders flewacross to Melbourne in
Australia fortheir"19th Porsche 356 Parade"which was another well runevent."
Above: Overall fieldof view of Como Park in the central Melbourne area.
The photos beloware. clockwise: Speedster withRudge knockoffs: blue and wonits class.
Grey. split screenblue interior RH-drive. Note radioface. Carrera 2Engine. the engine of the Concourse winneron the day. Red and Yellowand the factory Abarths:the red car is a "0" Speedster and the yellow car an
ASpeedster. owned by husband and wife.
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lovely Early Cars in Australia
Above: First RH-Drive into AustraUa: one of the two first 356 cars
shipped into Australia 1951. This started Australia's love affair with the
Porsche marque.These two cars were the first production RH-drive
cars to be manufactured by Porsche.
Left: Continental anyone? Bent screen and green.
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Photos by
Robert Boyle,
Bill Busteed,
Christina Cilia,
Thomas Farnham,
Ed Hyman,
Gordon Maltby,
Danny Saxton,
Steve Smith
The Trustees'
Welcome Reception
(above) showcased
local talent with period costume and
music. At Holiday HQ
atech session featured (right. from left)
Vic Skirmants.Tim
Berardelli. Ken
Daugherty and Mike
Robbins.
he opportunity to Celebrate 30 years of
"Holidays" in Williamsburg, Virginia
proved to be a temptation impossible
to resist. The first registrations were received for
the late September event ona cold, December day
within hours of the web site going live. By early
September, the 2004 Holidaywas sold out andthe
stage was set. As 356swith their owners, passengel's and friends were converging on Tidewater,
Virginia, we were already in Colonial
Williamsburg putting thefinishing touches on the
4-dayparty for our 650guests.
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History indoors and outdoors
The Holiday was planned to incorporate all
parts ofthe area's unique charm, culture, andhistory. Dozensofeager travelers were checked inby
noon on Wcdncsday when the Holiday officially
opened with the tapping of the first keg in the
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50th Birthday Party cake. Mike
Robbins and Brenda Perrin pose in
front of their photo from the first
Holiday with Mike's"Mr. Speedster"
award. Mike's Holiday patch collection.
The Charles River Ferry.
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Hospitality Suite. The Wednesday evening "Taste
of the Taverns" at Shields Tavern gave the "early
birds" an opportunity to sample delicious food
fromWilliamsburg's famous colonial taverns. The
outdoor garden settingprovided the perfect place
to greet old friends and meet new ones.
Thursday was designed to showcase the
small towns south ofthe james River. Small group
driving tours departed for historic Smithfield via
the james River ferry at jamestown. Platters of
Smithfield Inn's homemade ham biscuits were
quickly devoured as 356 owners arrived in town.
Those who needed to walk afte r days of driving
were not disappointed bythe area's unique shops
and Victorian homes. Guests at the evening's
Welcome Reception at the Woodlands Center
were entertained by Colonial troubadors as they
enjoyed sittingoutdoors with friends watchingthe
waterfall after a fun -filled day.
Tour Meister Bill Durland's plantation
"Drives and Destinations" was a great
outing for a sunny Virginia day.
jamestown, Williamsburg Winery, the
authentic Dutch windmill at Flower
Dew Hundred, Berkeley and Shirley
Plantations were only a few of the
sites visited by 356son Friday.
From top:Joel Horvitz is enjoying the ride
in hisSpyder asmuch ashisyoung passenger. On the way to Yorktown via the
Colonial Parkway. There was plenty of
room for looking. socializing and detailing
in the hotel parking lot. and for most of
the weekend. enough sunshine.
Speedsters and a Speedster Driver
Later Friday, the Speedster 50th Birthday
Party, held during the crowded Literature, Model
and Memorabilia Meet gave attendees the opportunityto relaxbefore their night out on the town .
A highlight of the Speedster Party was a
three dimensional cake, crafted by the
Williamsburg pastry chef in the .shape of a
Speedster. The steering wheel, lights and instrument panel were remarkable...and delicious!
Mike Robbins was surprised at the presentation
of the "Mr. Speedster" Award, an inscribed
bronze sculpture"Born To Design" bynotedartist
jeffGamble. Mike was honored for his contributions to the cause and for driving his 1958 origirial-owner Speedster nearly 500,000 miles and to
ALLthe East Coast Holidays.
Tours included visits to
the Berkeley (above left).
and Shirley (above)
plantations. and historic
Smithfield. across the
James River (left). Many
of the excursions were
planned to include a trip
on the Jamestown Ferry
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The Saturday Show
From rain in the morning to bright sun at midday. folks got a chance tolook over more than275
cars. Jerry Seinfelfs original '53(below)was the subject of much scrutiny. Uncle Sam (aka Dana
Trudelle)enjoyed the day along withhundreds of Registry members and interestedbystanders.
Can you imagine a better backdrop for the
30th East Coast Holiday's Concours d'Elcgance
than Main Street of historic Yorktown, site of
Revolutionary War battles? The cobblestone
streets provided a perfect venue for the centerpiece of the Holiday, the display of our classic
356s. With the expert assistance of the Potomac
356 Owners Group, all the cars were placed well
before the rains came! The shops hosted the
dampvisitors, and the refrain, "WhaCs a little rain
among friends" was heard throughout town.
To the delightofthe crowd gathered outside
at York Hall, the Yorktown Fife and Drum Corps
marched in and performedat thebeginning ofthe
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Awards Ceremony. All Concours winners were
awarded handcrafted pewter trophies, featuring
dogwoods, the Virginia state flower used in the
Holiday logo.
Again this year, inspired by the original
"Basket Case" awards of the earliest East Coast
Holidays was the "Most Courageous" award. This
juried award was for the exemplaryaction of the
bravest soul, who in the true 356 spirit and
against all odds, placed a less-than-pristine 356
onto the Concours field. Congratulations to Bob
and Christine Morris who unfortunately suffered
damage to their 356 on the road to the Holiday
from Texas
An important ongoing award, emphasizing
that our cars are meant to be driven and are not
(yet) museum pieces, was the "Longest Distance
Driven in a 356 to the Holiday" award. John and
MichelleJenkins fromSan Diego were the deserving winners ofthe 2004 Holiday award. Aspecial
award was given to Tom and Ann Olson from
Anchorage, Alaska, who drove their 356 to the
East Coast Holiday for the second year in a row.
Kudos to Ann and Tom!
The SaturdayeveningCelebrate 30! gala was
time to revisit past Holiday memories, and start
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Judy and John Mayer attended the first Holiday in the same Speedster.
Right: Counting ballots was done by the "RegistrationSerfs"- Steve Keyser.
Meghan Quirk. Kathleen Keyser and Jerry Keyser. Jr.
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2004 People's Choice
Concours Award Winners
new legends. Framed photographs from past holidays decorated each dinner table. The Southern
Plantation buffet was plentiful and outstanding,
while jason the DJ kept the dance floor full
throughout the festive evening.
Regretably, Bob :U1d Ginny Gummow, recipients of the fi rst 356 Registry Founders Award
were unable to attend the Holiday but were presented the award in absentia.Jerry's remarks:
"Without their original vision :U1d, most
importantly, the initiative to act on that vision, we
most certainly would not be here tonight celebrating30 years of Holidays.
"Iwenty one registrants showed up at the
edge of that chilly, rainy cornfield in Illinois in
1975 to celebrate a common love of the 356
Porsche automobile through the comradery of
owning them.
"There are seven of those original hardy
souls here tonight: Mike Robbins, Jim & Brenda
Perrin, John & Judy Mayer, Tom Oerther and
yours truly.
"They join me in spirit as I read from the
award: Bob & Ginny Gummow. There would not
be a 30th without your Number I. Thank you
from all of us!"
The Sunday morning swap meet fo und
everyone in the 356 parking lot searching with
It was an election year and Phil Hartmann had the
perfect accessory for his'60Roadster.
friends for thenumerous "must haves" tosqueeze
into the back scat forthe triphome. To everyone's
surprise, good stuff still shows up, just ask Jim
Perrin.
Our families-aka the "Registration
Serfs"-have thoroughly enjoyed meeting our
356friends and we all look forward to seeingyo u
at future events. Continued
Best of Show
Special Interest
Speedster-First
Second
Third
Outlaw-First
Second
I'RE-A-First
Second
AOpen-First
Second
Third
AClosed-First
Second
Third
B Open-First
Second
Third
B Closed-First
Second
Third
C Open-First
Second
Third
C Closed-First
Second
Third
Lewis Hauser
Ray Knight
Alec Wilder
Dick Howie
Alex Finigan
Lewis Hauser
Robert Trinkle
ChuckWhicker
JerrySeinfeld
BiII Frizlen
Craig Benson
Fred Starr
Don Fowler
Willi:Ull Noroski
Ted Dunham
Jim Smeltzer
DennyZarnler
BilI Cooper
Talmadge Scott
Greg Gauthier
Norm Oakes
George Dunn
Tom Oerther
Dennis Frick
Vic Skinnants
Ray Ringler
John Kent
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Saturday night's buffet
dinner was enjoyed at
tables decorated to celebrate the club's 30th
anniversary. Right:
organizers Jerry and
Kathleen Keyser, Below:
There may be some gray
hair, but this group can
still get down!
Jutta Aldenhoff (above) from Porsche AG and Jack Bair from
PCNA were in attendance with greetings from Porsche.
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Volume 28. Number 5
AHistorical Update:
Reexamining the
Information on
Porsche's First
Competition
Original text by
Laurent Missbauer
with illustrations
from Laurent
Missbauer and
Jacques Mertens,
translation by
Phil Carney
71Je following article was originaff)' uiritten in Prencb b)'Laurent
lllissbauer, a Swiss journalist and treil-knoum European historian of
l'orscbe cars. In his article the authorrelates boll'be uncovered information tbat contradicted claims in Ferl)' Porscbe 's autobiograp/~) '. ,IlL:
sttssbaner »information isan importantupdate to current Porscbe bistOI)'andtherefore Ijelt it should be translated andshared uiitbAmerica
enthusiasts. I must mention tbat in addition to translating tbe material, I bam decided to present tbe information using a more impartial
writing style tban teas used in tbe original text. I do notfeel tbat tbis
results in an)' loss of accuracy.
Pbil Carne)'
AQuick Introduction
An important discovery was made in Austria
by the Swiss journalist Laurent Missbauer. He
traveled to the town of Innsbruck in the Tyrol
region, to learn more about the controversial car
raceofJuly I I, 1948 in the Iyr olian capital. Many
writings dedicated to Porsche relate that this is the
very first victory of Porsche in competition.
However, research by Laurent Missbauer, using
the library in the town of Innsbruck, discovered
that this so-called very first Porsche victory (for
mid-engined Roadster 356/1-00I) did not occur.
Here is the Story
One fine day in autumn, my travels gave me
the opportunityto correct a wholeside of Porsche
history. While investigating the files in the library
of the town of lnnshruck, on the banks of the
Inn- the river which gaveits name to the capital
of the Tyrol in east Austria, I discovered that
Herbert Kaes, considered up until now the driver
who won the fi rst Porsche race onJuly II , 1948,
did not win anything that day.
But to completely understand the story, let's
start from the beginning. I decided to go to
lnnsbruck because there was very little known
about the first Porsche victory in competition. At
most it was known that the driver was Herbert
Kaes, a cousin of Porsche, and that the race happened in lnnsbruck, in the Austrian Tyrol, onJuly
II , 1948. There is no record ofthe other cars that
were beaten that day. Also, no trace exists of the
Above: First magazine illustration of 356-001 - the new
Austrian Volkswagen! Mertens
Left: In his 1989 autobiography. Ferry reported. "The Porsche
356,the first Porsche of alL was completed on 8June 1948. ."A
month later, my cousin Herbert Kaes, who collaborated with our
company on technical matters, drove the first Porsche to victory
in its class in a road race in Innsbruck. Below: In 1948 Porsche
built the first car using the Porsche name.The next few years
would demonstrate that the car's performance exceeded that of
other marques in almost every competition the werks entered.
356-001 wearing Austrian registry plates, atGmiind factory.
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driver who finished in second. W;L'i Herbert Kaes
perhaps alone in his category? My journalistic
curiosity pushed me to know more.
After reviewing the biography of the Austrian
racerOttoMathe which was published in 1997 by
Gabriele Geutebrtick with a foreword by Niki
Lauda, 1knew a bitmore but theinformation was
stillinsufficient. In this book,entitled Otto Mathe,
Sein Herz schlugfiir Porsche (Otto Mathe, His
Heart Throbbed for Porsche) 1 learned that Otto
Mathe at the wheel ofa Fiat Balilla508 Sfinished
second in class "seventeen seconds behind a red
racing car," at this famous]uly 11 , 1948 race.
Somelines further in thebook, it is revealed
that this racewas entered byFerry Porsche at the
wheel of the Berlin-Romecar and HerbertKaes at
the wheel of Porsche #1, the famous 356/1-001
roadster. The Berlin-Rome car was the ancestor
of the 356 and was built to take part in the 1940
road race connecting the two capitals of Berlin
and Rome. This is whythe car uses the semi-officialname of"Berlin-Rome" couperatherthan the
much more official andwidespread nomenclature
"Standard 64KlO." (Mathe later bought the
Berlin-Rome car and entered several races at the
wheel of this car and Porsche Gmtind 35612-052
and 35612-040)
Buthow did Ferry Porsche and Herbert Kaes
finish in Innsbruck? The book of Gabriele
Geutebrtick does not mention it and since Otto
Mathe died in December 1995, I decided to
return to Austria and investigate on the spot, in
Innsbruck, the city files. The three regional newspapers are unanimous: Porsche did not compete.
Adetailed review of three newspapers published at that time in Innsbruck, Tiroler Zeitung,
Volkszeitung Innsbruck andTiroler Neue Zeitung,
leaves no doubt. The three newspapers devoted a
lot of space to this competition and are indeed
consistent in their stories. Herbert Kaes andFerry
Porsche carried out only driving demonstrations
of their respective cars and did notappearin any
race class!
The presence of two cars of an "Austrian
manufacturer" (Ferry Porsche was born in WienNeustadt around Vienna and the 356/1-001 was
entirely built in Gmtind, Austria) is greatly commented on and the newspaper article includes
two drawings of cars"made byPorsche." In addition, the interestin this driving demonstration was
evidently considerable probably due to the fact
thatthiswas the first motorized race organized in
Austria after the second world war.
I shouldalsomention thatthe name "motorized race," rather than "auto race," is important
because the Innsbruck race, called "Rund um
den Hofgarten" or simply "Hofgartenrennen,"
was open to motor bikes and side-cars as well as
automobiles. But few carswere available as noted
by the special correspondent of Tiroler Neue
Zeitung in hisarticle of]uly12, 1948.
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Above: Pnrsche's Rome-Berlin Coupe. The A
emblem attached to the left rear fender designates
Austria. The Kon the license plate indicates
Karnten, the region of Austria in which GmUnd is
located.
Above right:At the 1949 Innsbruck competition. Otto
Mathe was atthe wheel of the same Type 60K1 0
that Ferry Porsche had demonstrated a year before.
Three cars began, two cars finished.
"To consider this a demonstration of motor
racing would undoubtedly be an exaggeration",
writes the event correspondent for Tiroler Neue
Zeitung in his introduction.
"The category reserved for
racing cars (Rennwagenk1asse) didn't have any contestants and the category
reserved for the sports cars
(Sportwagenklasse) had only
three cars at the start. Of
those three cars,one was old
and gave up at the first turn."
So this race could best
be summarized as a duel
between the Italian driver
Luigi Vilotti at the wheel of a
Cisitalia-Fiat (that is the red
racing car previously mentioned) and the Austrian
driver Otto Mathe at the
wheel of a Balilla 508S (also
Top: Originally three Berlin-Rome coupe racers
were built. One was destroyed in an earlywar accident. one destroyed by American Gis by lack of
maintenance just after the war and the third was
"raced" atInnsbruck in July 1948 and 1949 and
remains intact today.This photograph was taken in
1941 by Herbert Kaes with Type 60K10 inside the
Stuttgart central courtyard of the factory at Werks I.
The man beside the car is his friend Schlichter.
Below: Louise Piech.the sister of Ferry Porsche. in
charge of Porsche Salzburg. sits atthe head of the
table with Otto Mathe to her left. Photos this page
from theJacques Mertens Collection
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already mentioned above).
"lathe W;L~ famous for many motorbike
races until a racing accident on September 30,
1934 resulted inthe lost ofhis right ann. Because
of the amputation, Otto Mathe had to have righthand drive ;L~ on the 356 Gmilnd Porsche that
now belongs to the Swiss businessman Thomas
Straumann, Using his chest and right arm , a lto
Mathe held the wheel so that his left hand W:L~
able to do the shifting. This handicap enabled him
to be somewhat of a celebrity :L~ W:L~ the case in
the lnnsbruck july II , 1948 race.
"The Cisitalia-Fiat of the Italian driver W:L~
much more powerful than the Balilla of Otto
Mathe, but the latter ran an excellent race and
could have kept up for a long time with the rival
Italian". Thestoryinthe Tiroler NeueZeitung also
mentions that "between the races of thc motor
bikes and the sports cars, a veryinteresting driving demonstration was held by two Porsche cars,
which had verygood handling
"These two Porsches", continues the
reporter for the Tiroler Neue Zeitung in his edition ofJuly 12, 1948, "were built for export. After
this demonstration at Innsbruck, they will be
dreams for a lotof enthusiasts, But their price is
very high, about 15,000 Swiss francs."
Intended for Austrian export
In its article, the Tiroler Tagcszeitung notes
that thc "two Porschc displaywas greatlyapprcci ated byallofthc estimated 45,000 spectators. The
roadster (the first Austrian car intended for
export) proved to be elegant and its engine,
derived from thc Volkswagen, was greatly
improved. Its price has not been announced yet.'
The Volkszeitung Innshruck states in its
storythat "the handling demonstration of the two
ncw sports cars of EngineerPorschc aroused very
great Interest. As for the car race, thc Cisitalia-Fiat
ofthe Italian LuigiVilotti placed himself infro nt of
regional racer alto Mathe. Let it benoted that thc
one-armed pilot of Innsbruck showed excellent
wheel control on this occasion but he finished
behind thc Cisitalia which was definitely more
powerful than the Balilla."
Reality, ;L~ you can see, is quite different
from the legend. All ofthese three Austrian newspapers agree that thc two "cars of engineer
Porsche" carried out only a driving demonstration on thatday.
Perhaps An Embellishment
Considering the few cars entered in this
Innsbmck mcc - only three - one might understand that some biogr:lphers of Porsche histol)'
wcrc tcmpted to embellish i L~ legend by claiming
that Porschc won itsfirst mce appe:lr:lIlce. But the
reality is vel)' different. It is howcvcr likely that if
a ChL~S rcscrved for prototypcs had becn available
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take some liberty with historical reality and to
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event coincided with thc first viu ory of thc car
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and all three were consistent in their reporting of
Pnrsche's participation in the events of July 11 ,
1940: Missbauer
(the mld-engined Porsche) inan lnnsbruck compctition cvcnt, 'Huml llll1 dcn 1I0fgartcn''''
Afirst Swedish victory?
To finish this story, Ict me mcntion that DirkMichael Conr:ldt, in a tablc he does not propose
:L~ complete, mentions the lictol)' obt;tined in the
under 1I00cc class byJoachim I"on FUrstenberg
at the 1950 Midnight Sun Rallyc, as the second
I'ictol)' for thc I'orschc 356. Inlight of my discoverv in thc filcs of Innsbruck, thcrc is a strong
1)J'~bability that this "second" victory, obt;tincd in
Sweden in 1950, is actually thc fi rst.
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Who Was
Herbert Kaes?
(adapted from an article byChris Barber)
ByJacques Mertens
hen Dr. Ferdinand Porsche (Senior)
set up his first personal companyin
Stuttgart, he had no shortage ofable
and willingfamilymembers to helpwith thework.
Of the thirteen original workers, three were from
the Porsche family, namely Ferdinand Senior,
Ferdinand (Ferry) Junior and cousin, Ghislaine
Kaes. Ghislaine worked for years as Prof.
Porsche's personal secretaryand driver, butthere
was also another Kaes brother, Herbert . Be, like
his elder brother, had been born in London while
their father was stationed in England as a representative for Austro Daimler. Ghislaine received
British nationality, but Herbert was issued an
W
Porsche Type 12 (Zundapp) and Type 32 (NSU) .
After gaining valuable experience and after
the Porsche company had become better established, Herbert finally started work with his
uncle's firm on February5; 1936. His first job was
testing the first two Volkswagens. The VI and V2,
which had been running for a very short time,
were constantly having new engines installed.
Herbert Kaes' jobwas to overseeand break-inthe
Type Aand1\11e Cengines, the twin cylinder twostroke and the flat twin four stroke.
In 1939 Kaes, along with his good friend
Hans Klauser, (as well as Ferry Porsche) were
elected to drive the new sports-racing VW, the
Type 64, being prepared for the 1940 Berlin to
Rome event. But the war intervened and the race
was never held. At the end ofAugust 1939, he was
called up into the army and stationed at the small
town ofVillingen, somehundred kilometers south
ofStuttgart. But Prof. Porsche persuaded the militaly authorities that Kaes was much too valuable
an engineer working on military vehicles to be
"wasting away" as a soldier.
When most of the company staff left the
Stuttgart Porsche factory in the autumn of 1944,
left: Herbert Kaes
withFerry Porsche.
Right: Herbert
poses with a
Gmiind coupe, presumably near the
Porsche workshops
in thatAustrian
town.
Below: Herbert
Kaes and author
Jacques Mertens
reviewing early
Porsche and VW
history in July 2000.
Austrian passport.
After his schooling, Herbert Kaes seemed
destined for the motor industry. But a job wasn't
so easy to find 65 years ago so during this time
Herbert helped out in the workshop of Uncle
Ferdinand up in the Porsche villa in
Feuerbacherweg. There was no money involved,
but there was free room and board. 1932 and
1933 was a very precarious period for the young
Porsche fi rm. Money was scarce and contracts to
design and build new cars were few and far
between. Even the full-time employees sometimes
had to wait fo r their paycheck, a hand-to-mouth
existence. So on January 19, 1933 Herbert Kaes
started as a mechanic at the Reutter body factory
which at the time was producing limited bodies
and special models, including prototypes of the
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Kaes decided not to go to Gmiind,
Austria. He carried on at Stuttgart until
the end when the company attorney,
Herr Kern, wanted someof the Porsche
company's documentation, technical
drawings and money transferred to
Austria. So Herbert hitched up a small
trailer to his six-year-old VWand drove
down to Zell am See. He returned to
Stuttgart the followi ngday, buton April
2, 1945, he headed backin a company
Schwimmwagen, Type 166. This time
the car was loaded with his personal
things, papers concerning his work,
and (thankfully) his faithful diary
Kaes, alongwith some ofthe other
leading personnel workingfor I'orsche,
was arrested onjuly 31, 1945, and locked up for
the night in the village fire station. The following
morning they were all taken to Salzburg and
imprisoned. Herbert Kaes and Ferry Porsche were
released on the last day of October 1945.
In 1949, the firm formed by Louise Piech,
Prof. Porsche's daughterand Ferry's sister, needed a reliable mechanic. So Kaes was called to
Salzburgand his practical skillsputhim in charge
of the workshop. The family ties between Louise
and Ferry were as close as the geographical distance between Salzburg and Gmiind. As a result,
Kaes traveled between the two cities every few
days to informally coordinate family progress.
This liaison activity allowed Kaes to remain
employed in Salzburg and simultaneouslyparticipate in Porsche 356 development, particularly as
it includes earlycompetition.
Kaes stayed with Louise Piech's company
until he retired in 1978. Louise Piech and Herbert
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n the fall of 1961 Porsche introduced a
new body style in a continuation of the
356B series. Because bodystyles didnot
always follow the model designation changes,
sometime we 356ers use both. Thus the 1960-61
models of the 356B are referred to as the T-5
356Bs (earlier bodystyle) andthe 1962-63 modelsas the T-6 356Bs. As we allwell know, the T-6
body was continued into and through the 356c
model range, butwith disc brakes substituted for
theAlfin drum brakes.
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Collectibles
Prescott Kelly
1962-63 3568
Sales literature
Part 1
"Fine Craftsmanship"
The brochure that most ofus consider to be
the first for the new T-6 body is called "Fine
Craftsmanship" after its headline. It is a simple
folder, small at 5-7/8" tall by 8-1/4" wide, with a
In earlier issues, westarted thestory
four-color
cover, simple black print inside, and
of356-era sales literature from both ends.
comparative photos of side-by-side T5 and T6
We hadthree installments oftheearly
coupes on the back. The piece carries thefactory
brochures starting withtheearliest, the
item designation W196 (German lanadvertising
Gmiind sales brochure from 1948-49, up
W196e
(English) or W196f (French).
guage)
or
through 1953. From theother end wehave
Inside,
this
little
folder details the improvedone three installments of356Cliterature.
ments
on
the
new
car,
including enlarged windNow we'llcontinuefrom thelater endand
shield,
enlarged
rear
window,
fresh air vent, fuel
look at 356B literature.
filler outside the trunk through the fender, low
fuel tank design for more usable truck space,
squared off trunk
lidtomake removing the spare
wheel easier, double rear kid grills
fo r better cooling,
a "two tone rear
view mirror" that
adjusts to reduce
headlight glare, a
zippered rear window in cabriolets,
electric
clock
standard, latches
to secure the seat
backs, a gear shift
lock, variablespeed wiper, and
an optional electric sliding roof.
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time. It is this quality which makes the Porsche
one with a side-by-side photograph of the two cars. The copy explains the major (and maybe a few minor)
superior
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The standard sales brochure from the fall of
1961 and winter of 1962 is called "Engineering
Drawing" after its cover. It is a standard A4 , 8114" tall by 11 -112" wide, in two variants. One is
12 pages and includes all three standard models:
~.IlU"'Cl'op
coupe, cabriolet, cab with removable top, but not
the hardtop, aka notchback, or the Carrera 2.
The 16-page version adds these two additional
models. This brochure was designated W22, and
was printed in at least English, German, French,
and Swedish. We believe there was an Arabic ver-
sion. It was printed in many editions, in huge
quantities, making the 12-pager one of the least
expensive 356 brochures today. The 16-page editions are a little more rare, and because hardtop
and Carrera 2 fans must have them, theyare more
expensive.
Top:The front and back cover of the
standard 1962 sales brochure. The
12-pager cover isat top left:the 16pager (cover shown above). adds the
Notchback and the Carrera 2. The
brighter. yellowish gold strip on its
cover easily identifies the 16-pager.
Left: Some inside spreads of the
standard 1962 brochure:the coupe.
the cabriolet with removable hardtop
- from both versions. and the hardtop aka Notchback that isonly in the
16-page version.
Continued
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The delightful. if tiny. sales brochure executed for Brumos Porsche in Jacksonville. Florida with
custom-painted artwork featuring a yellow coupe. Folded up. asseen here. itisstill
possible to discern that the piece iscut on a bias.
This side of the folded out Brumos brochure better shows its
triangular shape - and the artwork isone coherent
drawing. cleverly put together so that itis
also matches up with panels
from the flip side
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when folded.
Aunique Brumos piece
One ofmy favorite 356pieces is a small, colorful, imaginatively-designed sales brochure
printed for and distributed by Brumos Porsche
Car Corporation of Jacksonville, Florida. Mr.
Brundage's people had a local agency do the
piece, with original water-color art. The piece is a
five-panel, ten pane folder trimmed on the bias to
yield a somewhat triangular-shapedpiece, probablyprintedtwo-images inverted together to yield a
rectangular form, then trimmed into two pieces
and folded. It was relativelyexpensive, as printed
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The subject matter of this little piece is
equally interesting: it touts the benefits to a busiBelow:This side has color panels to match on the cover plus
ness or professional person of buying a Porsche
B&W photos that show only when the piece is unfolded.
as a company car. The lead copy line reads, "Tax
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The copy extols the tax savings and cost
savings and low depreciation can reduce the net
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benefits of owning a Porsche
cost of your Porsche to less than one-third of the
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asa company car.
original purchase price." This folder mightbe the
Go Brumos!
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Marketing Bulletins to see if the subject
tha none- lhird
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The 1962 deluxe brochure had two types
of covers: One with a die-cut hole. an
acetate sheet (barelyvisible), and the
printed red 356B coupe and black VW on
a gatefold. The other had itall just printed on one page (farleft). Belowleft: The
insidefront coveron both versions of
the 1962 deluxe brochure shows this
PanAm 707 beauty shot Note the gluedin. tape-bound pages of the brochure on
the right - actually a whole printed and
bound brochure glued into the plasticized cover.
Bottom: What we think is the first use of
the blue coupe cutaway ina piece from
Porsche. from the 1962deluxe brochure.
This quickly became a very desirable
poster in large format. 30"tall by 40"
wide. Anew. smaller repro poster has
recently hit eBay for short money.
The deluxe brochure
The deluxe brochure for 1962 is called "A
Partner in Motoring Pleasure." It is special inseveral ways: it is large with 16 interior pages plus six
pages of plasticized cover stock; it uses a die-cut
hole on thecover to show the Porsche beautyshot
underneath; that beauty shot also shows a
Volkswagen; and the cover is a gatefold foldout
with a sheet of cellophane glued inside. This
brochure was really expensive to produce
because of the multi-part cover. The factory realized that quickly and starting in January, 1962
changed to a one panel cover, without the die-cut
hole. That version was printed in quantity and is
fairly common today. The factory designated this
brochure, bothversions, to be W2 1.
The interior 16 pages contain a lot of standard advertising copy and thorough technical
data. One page is different, and it is probably a
filler page. It shows an outlineofthe Nurburgring,
very briefly recaps Porsche's racing successes in
1961 , and has a black and white photo ofa 356A
racingcoupe - all laid out sparsely on the page.
Ina future issue, we will continue with 1963
T-6 sales literature, and then cover the material
for Carrera 2s.
As always, please feel free to contact me with
questions or comments about 356-era collectibles. Email is best to KellyCT@optonline.nel.
Mail is P. O. Box 3, West Redding, CT 06896.
Phone is 203-792-8600 weekdays.
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Thoroughbred _ _
The Porsche 356 Industrial E::::ng~in~e~_-,-~
Workhorse
By Pat Tobin
he capable Porsche aircooled engines have long
enjoyed showing off.
Showing what they can do other than
push a sports car down the road. The
famous 'four-cam' engine, in Carrera
and Spyder stripes, was one of the
most successful racing engines of all
time. Racing versions of the 911
engine took the baton from the fo urcam and carried on the tradition, the
IN DUSTRI E-MOTO R T YP 5461
latest variation on the original theme
stillwinning races forty years after the
debut of the 911. Perhaps even more remarkFirst page ofthe "Owner's Manual" for the Typ
able, highly modified versions of the 356 engine
54611, an early industrial engine based on the twoare still winning vintage races, fifty four years
piece case 1500engine.
after the introduction of type!
At the famous Dunkel museum in Anaheim
uid cooling system, with the requisite radiator,
California is one example of a light, one-person
water pump, fan & belt and maintenance of the
liquid system, has an automatic head start in the
helicopter powered by a 356 engine. Just a few
industrial applications market. The brilliant
years ago, a model ofthe prestigious Mooneysingle-engi ne light plane was available powered bya
Porsche 356 engine design is equally adept at
plow-horse duty, where the requirements are not
911 engine with aircraft accouterments. And
speed but simplicity and dependability and, in
believe it or not (I would rather not believe it;
some applications, light weight. This brings us to
maybe it was a nightmare) , 1have seen photos of
the famous Porsche Industrial engine.
a motorcycle filled with a Porsche 4-cam mill! 1
In the very early years, when Porsche was a
willbet big moneythat conversion was done during theslack years when the -i-cammers were no
contract-engineering house which planned a
modest production run of 500 units of its VWlonger competitive in racing, but before the clasbased sport car, Type 356, the little group prosic and restoration craze turned them into gold.
There was a period of several years when tired
duced a diesel industrial engine (probablydifferent from the later ones which powered Porsche
but wholeSpeedsters could be had for less than
a grand. Shortly after my Speedster was retired
farm tractors) and even a two-cylinder industrial.
fro m SCCA racing 1was offered $1000 for it. One
But the industrial engine line really got into gear
ofthe smartest things 1have ever done is laugh at
once 356 production was established and the
the offer.
company happily realized that those 500 sport
cars wouldn't be the first and last Porsche Model
One engine, multiple markets
356s.
Cross-pollination of vehicle and industrial
New immigrants
engines wo rks both ways. The famous Coventry
Climax engine, a small-displacement, high-perEvery few years a new batch of Porsche
formance four which powered many early postIndustrials lands on US shores, having been
retired fro m service, mostly in European counWWll British sport cars, was adapted from an
engine built by the hundreds to power portable
tries. These are a terrific find for knowledgeable
water pumps for putting out fires during the
356 afficionados. Most have been used forstandby service only, where they were started for roubombing of England, In this case the shoe was on
theother foo t - the automotive version was adapttine testing periodically, but run only for a short
ed from the stationaryversion.
time span, and not highly stressed at that. One
version, sometimes called the "military" version,
But an engine which does not require a liq-
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Teutonic care and thoroughness. Each crate has
a "sichtfenstcr"or "sight window" about 9 inches
in diameter, Sliding the cover to the side reveals
a "humidity indicator" on thc packing cover ofthc
cngine. This offers instant tell-talc indication of
whether the crated engine is or has hccn in an
environment where humidity is dangerously high.
But inside the covering, each engine is festooned
with several large silica-gel packs, for absorbing
moisture. It almost looks as if these crated
engines could be salvaged from a ship wreck dry
as a bone. Porschc has sold plentyof cars in the
'tropics' and is keenly aware of thc special precautions necessary for mechanical things that
were expected to live, work, and even be stored
under sweat-box conditions.
Industrial history
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Torque curve for the Industrial reflects a larger
displacement. lower compression engine than the
car motor. Although not shown here. we can
assume hp drops off beyond 4,000 rpm.
powered APU (auxiliarypower units) for aircraft
including the F- 104 "Starfighter," Under thc singlc carburetor, ignition magneto and speed govcrnor, and except for lightcr valve springs in most
early models, they arc genuine, pedigreed 356
cngincs! And the best news ofall - at this date, the
Industrials are the closest thing to a new 356
cnginc thatyou arc likely to find .
Editor Gordon Maltby steered me to thc
mother lode of data on the Porschc Industrial.
Bertram Pawlak of Irvine, California admits to a
love affair with thc Porsche Industrials since he
first owned one in the '70s. Bertram has been
researching and collecting literature on Porsche
Industrials for several years. IIis lit collection
includes dozens of original factory brochures
and, most importantly, many pages of factory
memos and other documents on the Industrial.
German-born Bertram docs not need a translator
to handle the original factory documents. The
pies accompanying this article just hit thc highlights, showing but a tiny sampic of Bertram's
complete collection. Bertram is also an importer
of Porsche Industrials, and offers them for sale.
Most of thc Industrials are speed governed.
Turning a two-pole generator at 3600 rpm yields
alternating current at thc frequency of 60 Hz. In
locations using 50 liz, 3000 rpm does the trick.
The wear and stress on an enginc running no
faster than that is vastlyless than oncwhich must
deliver max power at a redlinc almost twice thosc
speeds,
From 1954 until well into the '70s, Porschc
produced an industrial version ofthc 356 enginc.
Logically, thc industrial types parallelcd the evolution ofthc 356 engine. The crankcase, crankshaft
(except for roller bearing or counter-weighted
cranks) , valve train, heads and other major
pieces were taken from the same parts bins as
those used in 356 engines. Porsche was veryseriousabout applications for the Industrial enginc. If
markets could be developed for engines already
being manufactured anyway, it was tantamount to
'found money.' Brochures in Bertram's collection
include pictures of a wide variety of industrial
applications. It's hard to know, at this late date,
how many of those applications actually developed an identifiable market, butPorsche's cnthusiasm for the enterprise is obvious.
The first Porsche Industrialwas the 546/1 in
1954, based on the pre-A 1500 Normal engine.
The principal differences between the Industrials
and 356 automotive enginesare:
• Magneto ignitionstandard; distributor, coil and
generator for batteryoperation optional.
• Speed governor, usuallyset for either 3600 rpm
or 3000 rpm, No governor on types made forVW
retrofit.
• Single central carburetor;either single-or double-throat, feeding long intake pipes, ala VW.
• Lighter valve springson most models,
• lIandcrank forstarting. Starter motor optional.
• Larger crank pulleyfor same coolingair flowat
lower revs than the average in automotive applications.
Magneto ignition and thc lack of an electric
starter eliminated thc need for a generator and
battery with its maintenance rcquircmcnts. The
starter ofmost Industrials is rated at onearmpowcr. "To start, Crank IIcrc." Those "standard
equipment" Industrials had a "generator stand"
but no generator; a shaft running in bearings
turned the cooling fan .
Above and opposite page: From Pnrsche's
brochures. some of the many applications for
industrialengines: snow-track vehicles, air boats,
amusement park train engines (coveredin a previous 356 Registry story). generators. pumps.
welders, irrigation and dredging equipment and
even harvesting machines. It's likely that some of
these particular applications were unique or lowvolume projects.
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The table summarizes the various models of
Porsche Industrial engines, with basic descriptions and specs. Everyknown type number is listed, but some of the types were special detail
modifications fora single customer's application;
no data is available on those. One of mygreatest
surprises was that versions of the Porsche
Industrial were tailored for VW retrofit applications! That one blew me away. In the early'60s,
before the VW hot-rodding industry was born,
and many early 356s had been wrecked or
retired, it was common to put a 356 engine in a
VW. But those were private conversions; 1never
had any idea that Porsche provided some of its
industrials forimproving the WI. In fact, Brumos
Porsche, a prominent dealership in Florida,
Type
First year Disp.
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imported Industrials for just that purpose, as did
other dealers worldwide.
The 616/6 of 1958 seems to have been the
first Industrial equipped for VW retrofit. Changes
include: battery, generator, coil and distributor
ignition, no governor, standard crank pulley, and
a rear pan to match the VWengine room.
Contentious carburetors
The standard carburetor for the Industrial
line was the single-throat Solex 32 BIC. The /6
and /8 versions were fitted with the dual-throat
Zenith 32 NDIX, the same carb as found on
Normals and Supers from '58, and on the C
through '64. That called for a different intake
manifold, one carbthroat feeding the intake tube
liP
Notes
43@3600
Basedon Pre-A1500
47@4000
Normal, 2-pc. case.
39@ 3000 (15 Min. Max.) Basedon
616/3
1955
43@3600
1600 Normal,
47@4000
3-pc. case.
No Data
616/5
616/6
60@4500 Max. peak
Mainlyfor retrofit in
7.5: 1 Zenith 32NDIX
1958
2-bbl
53@4200 Max. intermittent VW Sedan, Ghia,
48@4500Max. continuous Transporter.
616/8
7.5:1 Zenith321\'D1X
56@4000 (15 Min. Max)
Mainlyto
1957
46@3600
power 30 kVA
2-bhl
42@3000
generators.
Same as/3 but governor integralwith generator stand.
616/13
1960
No Data.
616/13 R
616/18
1960
Same as/8 butgovernor integral with generator stand.
Engines from P-05587, 1211 2/62, hadstrengthened case, same asS-90.
1961
616/20
1488
3-pc. case but 1488 cccyls and pistons for VW retrofit in
Argentinawith tax advantage for less than 1500 cc.
No Data
616/2 1
Solex 32BIC
54@3600
nogovernor (automotive)
616/33
1963 1680
I-bbl
51.5@3600
'1700'
with governor
45.5@3000
with governor
No Data
61 6/33B
616/33-1 1964
54@3600 DIN
356 Ccase, crank, cam,
62@3600 SAE
C/SC heads, rockerstands.
/33-1is a multi-purpose for industrial appsand VW retrofit.
Late engines accommodate rearenginemount for 912.
546/1
1954
1488
' 1500'
1582
'1600'
7.0:1 Solex 32BIC
I-bbl
6.5:1 Solex 32BIC
I-bbl
Left: From a Porsche brochure. a
general-purpose setup included an
enclosure with fuel tank (iffuel
tank was atleast 8inches above
carburetor. no fuel pump was
needed), a compact transmission
unit and an unusual radial starter
location. The flywheel on thisapplication had gear teeth on the face
rather then edge of the flywheel.
Right: Light airplane engine applications inthree varieties. It is
unknown how many of these were
actually installed in aircraft.
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to a pair of cylinders. But the use of the Zenith
carb seems to have been at the insistence of
Brumos Porscheand Porsche was not too hot on
theidea. From a letter ofMarch 4, '65 to Brumos:
"By using the dual throat Zenith "C" carburetor, no doubt you expect toget more horsepower than with the Solex carburetor. Extensive tests
at the factory have shown that the single-throat
carburetor wehave used so far did just as well."
This is an interesting issue. They are quite
right that the use of two 32 mm throats rather
than one will provide no increase in power.
That's because the mixture handled by each carb
throat is nota continuous flow buta seriesofvery
quick pulses, like a sharp intake of breath.
Sequential pulses of mixture can traverse a single
throat just as well as multiple throats. However,
there is still considerable restriction in the rightangle turns of the intake pipe between the carburetorand the horizontal pipes.
678/0
678/3
Another bone of trans-Atlantic contention
seems to have been the need for an accelerator
pump; the Solex carb does not have one. Still
apparently in a snit about the whole carb issue,
the factory continues:
"The former 616/6 was equipped with a
dual down-draft carburetor. For maximum driving performance it was necessary for this carburetor to have an accelerator pump. The new
Multipurpose engine, Model 1964 (616/33-1),
has a Solex single (throat) carburetor 32 B1e
with special jet, but no accelerator pump.
According to our experience so far the driving
performance is perfect without an accelerator
pump on the carburetor. Should you find that an
accelerator pump is absolutely necessary, we are
sure that Solex will be able to supply a suitable
carburetor." So take that, Brumos! If you want
an accelerator pump, go talk to Solex. In anether document it W:L~ mentioned that one ofthe test
beds for the Industrial was in the Porsche factory's own VW Transporter. The letter to Brumos
also offers tips for successful v\V installation,
including: "This is still the old heating system.
The new heating system ofour 356 e is notavailable for the Multipurpose (Industrial) engine,
model 1964." And "Our experience gained in
connection with the installation of the
Multipurpose engine616/6 (especially in theV\V
Transporter) demands thatthefresh air inlet sections to carburetor and cooling sections be
enlarged." That would refer to the original,
"split-window" transporters, '67 and earlier.
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remember to run the ignition timing 3 to 5
degrees more advanced than usual to compensate for the slower mixture burning.
An Industrial could be run with the original
single carb, butthere is horsepower advantage in
using the 356 individual short intake pipes with
dual-throat carbs.
But waita minute- howabout that low compression ratio? Well, what about it? Just what are
we going to do with this engine, anyway? Going
for a high CR shouldn't be a knee-jerk no-brainer. Is low compression a sin? What would you
tradefor a 356 engine that runs smoother, cooler and longer, with only a moderate reduction in
power? OK, I'll make you a deal. How about an
extra 98 cc to compensate? That's what you getin
the '1700' cc versions compared with the' 1600'
356 engine. Admittedly, the Speedster is a light
356. But as a street engine, my converted industrial, with Cvalve springs but original 1700 cyls
andheadswith a CR of7.5:1, is simply thesweetest, smoothest, coolest-running 356 engine I
have ever owned - period. I did tweak the jetting
a little on theZeniths from the former Super settings; data available for anyone who asks. It got
me a speed ticket for 80 at about half-throttle in
the double-nickel days. Ouch.
This leaves us with just one gotcha. The
valve springs. The 616/33-1 Industrials from
mid-1965 had the standard "C" springs, but all
prior Industrials used much lighter springs. The
lighter springs are completely satisfactory for
revs up to about 4,000, but not for automotive
revs. Just pulltheheads and change to Csprings.
And how about those castiron cam follow-
ers? Much has been made about the "danger" of
using them; in time they allshatter andthepieces
can get between rotating parts and completely
breakyour engine, etc. etc. It is truethat steel followers were used in Supers and higher-performance engines. When an engine case is separated
for any reason, of course the "chill cast" followers should be replaced with steel, just as a precaution. My opinion is thatthe chill castfollowers
are fine except more vulnerable to over-revving
and valve float. When theengine is turning so fast
that the valve spring cannot accelerate the open
valve train fast enough to keep the follower in
intimate contact with thecam lobewhen thevalve
is closing, it's a hell of a mess. If the cam lobe
moves out of the way first, then the valve train
slams home under high impact, presenting a
compression load probably a hundred times that
of thatof a normal valve closure, where there is
actually no impact load at all. I believe that it is
over-revving that breaks the chill cast followers.
Even so, myfirst Porsche, a '56 Normal,was often
run up to the verge of valve float, and there was
never a problem in four years of use. Nor has
there been a problem with my 616/33-1
Industrial in the Speedster, with standard C
springs. No way would I completelydis-assemble
an engine just to replace chill cast lifters. Just be
sensible and tryto stay under valve-float revs.
My sincere thanks to Bertram Pawlak for
sharing his wealth of Porsche Industrial knowledge and access to his literature collection. For
more information, you may phone Bertram
Pawlak in California at (949) 650-8100.
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clutch diameterwas standard. J-tubes were bare although the mufflerhad acarb pre-heater pipe, ala VW. Note shieldedplug wires.
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th OUgh our topic for this issue is a review of pre-Athrough T-5
Cabriolet sales,let's start with a brief note on a pre-ACoupe. Brett
ohnson's column of a few issuesback took a closelook in words
and pictures of a barnfind 356. However, it did not report one aspect of the
purchase, the price. Now, we have the rest of the story. Because the transaction took place at an auction, we are able to report the price was $46,200
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with fat rounded door opening edges, a sure sign of the "plenty-o-bondo"
school ofbodyrepair. It always pains me when 1see nice paint wasted on bad
bodywork, but that's what we had here. Good floors, correct charcoal square
weave carpets, and a nice original steering wheel with horn ring all looked
good. Looking bad were incorrect black vinyl seats (all Cabs had leather
seats) and new door panels in a very strange coarsevinyl pattern that looked
like "discount auto parts" gone wild. At least it was a good match for the body
repairs. Most, ahem, interesting, was a louvered metal rear seattonneau cover
that seemed just the right match for the custom color, the pitted chromeand
tatty bumper guards. Someone's idea of fun, it wasn't mine and didn't sell
although the bidding stopped at $46,000.
Do remember when thinkingabout this bidthatsomeauction houses bid
upa carwith a reserve even when nogenuine bidders emerge. In myopinion,
ifthis was real money, the seller should have gladly accepted it andbeen quite
pleased with the result.
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Coast Holiday. See coverage of the event on page 24.
including buyer'Spremium. Interesting to note that this auction was notone
ofthe big-name affairs with all kinds of publicity, but rather a modest sale by
a localauction company with virtually no public image. Anyofthose out there
in your area?
Cabs on Parade
• The first Cabriolet for review is a 1953 Pre-A, presented at RM's
Monterey auction, August 2004. This car was painted a color close to Signal
Red, although the original color was unknown. An unusual car, it was uninspiring as to bodyintegrity, with bad fits all around the body, including doors,
hood and even the engine cover. The paint was full of flaws, but the interior
was fresh and bright. Whitewall tires and a sharp engine compartment contrasted with lots of age showing on the alloy and chrome body trim. Acar
someone did what they wanted to and then stopped. Sold at $44,000, well
below the enthusiastic pre-sale estimateof$60-70Kbutstillbig moneyforthe
condition of thecar.
• We nowjump intime to the more numerous Aandearly BCabs,startingwith a set offour from 1959. Let's stayin Montereyfor a willie. First car
was at the Kruse sale, known as a place to find, shall we say, less than stellar
merchandise. This 1959 ACab qualifies. OriginallyRubyRed, this car was now
a brownish ruby maroon , not at all my kinda color. Wide, sloppy door gaps
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• Still in Monterey, Bonhams & Butterfields displayed an Ivory/red
leather 1959 ACab that I call "the enigma," as 1couldn't make sense ofwhat
it was trying to be. First, andmost importantly, the gaps were lovely. Next, the
mileage shown was 45Kand claimed original from new. However, the seats
were redone. I wondered, does the sturdy 356leather wear out in 50K miles?
1suppose it could have been damaged. Correct oatmeal square weave carpet,
brown rubber floor mats, a repro flat Nardi steering wheel in the too-small
400 mm size. Again with the radio gear, a strange mix: period Blaupunkt
radio, modern speakers. Lovely USAoverriders, correct steel painted wheels,
moon hubcaps. Never rusty, according to the owner, with an engine rebuild in
1992. Does a 356 with 45Kreal miles need to be rebuilt? Sorry, 1am always
a skeptic when it comes to lowmileage claims. The floors looked original but
on the inside, there were sheets of perforated metal epoxied to the floor p:U1S.
Sound deadening? The mirror holes in the door frames had metal covers
screwed in place, again causingme to ask why. The engine was original with
sound deadening intact, butWebercarbs andchromeair cleaners were incorrect. 1wonderedwhy. Recentnewtopand boot, onerepaint claimed in 1990.
Atough car to figure out, it was the cheapest of the ACabs that sold in this
issueat $46,000.
• Here's a pretty one presented at no reserve by Barrett jackson in
Phoenix, january 2004, a 1959 ACab in Silver with red leather and a black
top. Nice street restoration, good if not outstanding gaps, Speedster side
spears, correct painted wheels, USAoverriders. This car had all the neat stuff
and although it was not a fresh restoration, highly original car, nor redone to
better than newstandards, it made $53,460 including buyer's premium.
Barrett jackson now attempts to make every car a no reserve entry,
which takes most of the slight-of-hand out of the auction game. The only way
to cheat the crowd is to buy-back your own car, and that will cost you about
see the car, they fall in love, and they need no other reason to enjoy themselves.
• OurlastCab this issue is a 1961 T-5, in the ever-popular SignalRed/tan
at Bonharns and Buuerfields, Monterey, August 2004. This was a bit unusual
in that the car showed use, with wear on the leather, the carpets, the top and
top boot, Actually, I like that for two reasons. First, this means the car actuallyruns and has been to some extent de-bugged. Often fresh restorations make
what you can see look great butignore the way the car runs. Cars with some
wear prove they have been driven. Secondly, there are many auction buyers
who \\111 walk away from cars with even the slightest bitofwear. This is good,
as the fewer buyers the better ifI amseriousabout a car. This one had a repro
YOM Carrera 2 wheel and nice chrome hom ring, nice gaps all around, all
chrome and alloy trim bright and sharp, VWrepro 5.5" chrome rims, and a
very nicely detailed engine compartment with correct Solex carbs. Car was
delivered as a 'ormal butwas supposedly changed to S90 specs when rebuilt.
Forget about my hopes of finding a deal here, it sold for $51,175.
Thanks to Bartz Schneider for his report on Monterey cars and Rollie
Kahn for his photos and report on the
Scottsdale auctions, Thanks also to my colleagues at SPOrL~ Car Market and Ki rsten
Onoday in particular for photos.
Correspondence always welcome. Find me
on-line for fastest response at: jimschrager@compuserve.com or at 54722
Utile Flower Trail, Mishawaka, IN46545.
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for providing auction photos.
15%ofthe hammer price. Some observers felt this was big moneyfor this car
but in light of the other r\ cabs we have seen, it seems about right, especially
for the great colors and options.
• The next 1959 r\ Cab was felt to be one of the best ones around.
Black/tan vinyl, it was presented at RM in Monterey to an appreciative crowd
against an estimate of$55-$75K. Paint and bodygaps were simply superb, the
result of a top-flight restoration effo rt we rarelysee on ACabs. Engine was a
Super, clean and correct engine compartment, silver fan shroud and Zenith
carbs. Very handsome in these colors, although it was unclear if these were
original, as the data plate looked new, and of course, the vinyl was wrong.
Superb rubber, trim, chrome overriders, correct painted steel wheels, hubcaps and so on. Sold at 65,000, this car represents the 356 you never
ordered. That is, a car done to the colorsyou would have wished yo u selected, rather than the ones that came on the car. Don't be too surprised by the
price here, as cars restored to an exceptional standard can bring very strong
money regardless of paint color originality. There are plenty of buyers out
there who simplydon 't care what a piece of paper says about their car. The
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Perspective:
Germany, 1951
Steve Snyder Recalls
n June of 1951 , a friend and I rode a
Roval Enfield 500cc 1\vin from
Indianapolis to New York City and then
boarded the SS Beauregard to Bremerhaven,
Germany. After traveling to Kiel tovisit theuncle of
a hometown friend, we headed south toward
Munich. Since I was usually a passenger, my eyes
were constantly scanning for interesting scenes
and cars.
In late June of 1951 , I spotted this Porsche
coupe in Dusseldorf, Germany; probably in the
late afternoon whenmost people didtheir grocery
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Thanks to Dick McClure of Stockton,
California for forwarding Steve's storyand the
great photo. Note the destruction still evident
in the streets sixyears after WWI/. GM
shopping. It is possiblyoneofthefirst 300 cars of
the 356 production with a 1300cc engine and a
steel body. In 1950 theprice ofa 356was 10,200
Deutsche Marks ($2550, the DM was controlled
at four DM to the US Dollar). Ameal in the best
restaurant in Celie (just north of Hannover) of
veal cutlet with an egg baked on top, fried potatoes, a vegetable, salad and a stein of beer cost
two DM; i.e, 50 cents US. If you equate this first
class restaurant meal at two DM to the cost of a
Porsche, the Porsche coupe cost 1500 meals.
Today, this meal would probably cost $20 - $25,
which multiplies to $102,000 - $12 7,500 at
today's cost. This may not be lUI exact equation,
butto theaverage German in 1951 , the sight ofa
Porschemust have evoked the image ofa millionaire.
By comparison to 1960, the autobahns in
1951 were lightly traveled and the speeds were
slow. The speed limit in the American Zone was
55 mph (90 kph). Many of the goods wagons
were pulled by tractors that sounded like one
cylinder Diesel engines; you could count the rpm
as they went down the autobahn. Many ofthepri-
vate cars were three-cylinder, two-stroke powered. Gasoline octane was low and cost DM 4.5
per gallon, whichwas very expensive fortheaverage person. We had to retard the timing on our
Royal Enfield 500cc twin m.c. to avoid detonation
even at moderate speed.
As we were getting near the autobahn ein
farVausfart at Stuttgart, a Porsche coupe went by
at twice our speed and the speed limit. Moments
later, a second Porsche went by and then pulled
into their autobahn "hot pit." With cooperation
from the authorities, Porsche was testing on the
only affordable "test track" near Zuffenhausen.
We stopped forabout an hourand spoke with the
test engineers on their experience of testing on
the autobahn and how the cars were performing.
This was in early Julyand justafter Porsche had
won their class at the 24 Hours ofLeMans.
Everything in Germany was recycled in
1951. Never did 1see a discarded bottle, tin can,
nail or anything of value. I'll never forget how
appreciative the dock foreman in Bremerhaven
was when the Second Mate on the SS Beauregard
gave him a caseof empty Coca Cola bottles.
Ed Trego's dealership
In 1952, Ed Trego sold the family "[ oan of
Arc" canningcompanyandestablished a Porsche
business in lIoopston, Illinois. Of all places! Ed
hired several technicians from Germany, installed
a road dynamometer, and thus had a fi rst class
operation. lIoopston, being equal distance from
Chicago, Indianapolis and SI. Louis, formed
Trego's market area. In 1953, Studebaker invited
the Chicago-Milwaukee branch of the SCCA to
their proving grounds in South Bend to find out
what this new sports car scene was all about. At
this event, I made a comment to Trego about a
shirt embroidered with M.B. race car components being worn by Bill Kimberly. Trego insisted
on introducingme toKimberlyand askinghim the
origin of the shirt. I felt about two feet high .
Ki mberly graciously gave me his card with the
name of his N.Y.C. shirt maker noted on the back.
This custom made shirt cost 20 which was notin
the budget of a student in college. Then I lost
Ki mberly's name card. Of Ed Trego, I would like
to know how he and his Porsche business faired
after I lost contact in 1956.
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Harper Directed by Jack Smight
en most 356 fans think of Paul
Newman in a Porsche, it is when
remembering his 2nd place fi nish at LeMans in 1979 while driving a 935.
However, his first foray into driving Porsches
for the fans was in the 1966 detective drama
Harper, when he spendsmost of the movie driving his Speedster. The 356 makes a number of
cameos on film, both then and now, but not
often does it shine like the star ofthe movie.
In the opening scenes, you see Lew
Harper (Newman) driving from Los Angeles to
Santa Monica in a 1956 ASpeedster. The way
the early camera work is shot you see what
looks to be a very nice driver just cruising.
Unfortunately for Lew, the car is kind of a
metaphor for his life - at first glance it is nice
and together, but once the camera angle
switches we see that one side of the 356 is in
primer and that the car has seen better days.
Remember that in 1966, Speedsters were not
the super-rare, sought-after garage queens that
we see today. Back in thelate '60s Speedsters
were either being crashed on the track anddiscarded or theywere being bought and sold for
peanuts. To Private Detective Lew Harper, his
light blue '56 is justanotherfixer-upper. Infact,
when he arrives at the home of his soon-to-be
client, the butler of the house looks down his
nose at the car.
The client who hires Harper is Mrs.
Sampson (Lauren Bacall), who is not-sourgently searching for her lost husband. It
seems that the relationship between the
Sampsons is the typical "older woman with
playboy husband," and the tie that binds is
money. Plus, Mrs. Sampson is wheelchair
bound making the life of a playboy pretty easy
to live. She does not seem overly concerned
with thefateofher husband, just in the fact that
he is missing, much like a runaway dog.
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Harper decides to take the case, and tries to reconstruct the days before Mr.
Sampson's disappearance. After talking poolside to Mr. Sampson's seemingly
unconcerned daughter, Miranda (Pamela Tiffin) andhis personal pilot, Allan
Taggert (Robert Wagner), Harper is able to figure out that Sampson went to
Los Angeles, and that no one in his house thinks very much of him.
The newlyformed detective crew ofHarper, Allan andMirandadecide to
flv to LA to pick up the trail ofSampson. At thispointin the movie, I feared it
,;ould be the lastwe seeofthe Speedster, butthe blue car makes it back in a
little later.
Harper follows in Sampson's footsteps and starts to see what a bizarre
life he leads, or led- we are still not sure which. lIis journey takes him from
dive barswith drug connections to a religious cult on a mountain top (which
is financed bySampson).
It is reallyunclear what Sampson is into,
but it is clear that it goes beyond the idle rich
playing with the seedy side of Southern
California. Throughout all this Harper drives
his 356fast and hard. You can seesome ofthe
early racer in Newman when he is driving the
Speedster through the curvy mountain roads.
This is not just an actor with an assigned car;
this is Paul Newman in a Porsche. The movie
that is credited with starting the racing itch for
Newman is Winning (1968), where he played
the role ofan Indy 500 driver, butafter watchingthedrivingin Harper I tend tothink the idea
was planted a few years earlier.
The film is not one of the most well
known Newman films butfor Porsche fans it is
a favorite. There is even one great scene in
front of a roadside bar where the Speedster
pulls up next to a 356 Ccoupe. The plot takes
some pretty interesting twists throughout, and
the ending is a classic. See it for the 356, but
your non-Porsche friends will enjoy it, too.
Bullitt Directed by Peter Yates
OIies are much like cars in the
sense that to understand the
present you must look to the
past. To understand the lines ofa 911 you can
look to thelines of the 356, much like the comparison of the 550 to the Boxster, In order to
understand a modern day police drama like
Heat, Lethal Weapon or Dirt)' Harry' you have
to first look at Bullitt, Many cues have been
taken fro m Bullitt over the years, like the long
car chase or the loose-cannon toughcop. Steve
McQueen set the standard fo r a grisly cop with
all the right answers and witty comebacks.
What is most remembered fro m this
movie is the Mustang fastback that Lt. Bullitt
drives in thefamous car chase, but this movie
reminds us Porsche fans of an often forgotten
attributeofthe 356- women love themas much
as men do. Case in point, Bulliu's girlfriend in
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Paul Newman's company car is a well-worn Speedster,
but he drives itwith brio, especially when being chased
or hot on the trail of a lead in the case.
Movie images used for review purposes only.
girlfriend and her 356 for transportation.
Driving his lady's Cabriolet W:L~ a somewhat
tepid reflection of his personal life. At the time he
owned and drove a Speedster and a 911. Ayear
and a half after the film wrapped he was in
Sebring for the 1970 12 hour race where he
drove his 908toan excitingfinish seconds behind
Mario Andretti's Ferrari 512. And the tough guy
image of his films W;L~ not an act; he drove the
Sebring race with a broken foot. In his 1971
movie LeMans, his character drove a 911 on the
street and a 917 in the racescenes. McQueenwas
indeed a Porsche enthusiast.
About two-thirds of the way through Bullitt,
a lot of the lingering questions begin to get
answered. This makes for a certain amount of
closure but compared to the chase up and down
the S:lI1 Francisco hills, italso makes the last third
of the movie a little on the dryside. All in all it is
a great film for any car fanatic, and Jacqueline
Bisset in a 356 makes it a must-see for vintage
Porsche fans.
the movie drives a 1964 356C Cabriolet. There are
somegreat scenes with both she and Bullitt driving in and around San Francisco,
The plot of the film is notthatextraordinary
by today's standards of cop drama, but it W:L~
groundbreakingfor its time. Lt. Bullitt is assigned
the task of protecting a key government witness
who is also a Mob rat. The Lt. and his crew set the
witness up in a hotel and think they have everything under control. Unfort unntely for them, the
safe house is attacked and both the witness and
the cop are severely injured. This makes Bullitt
angry enough to start his own investigation into
what is goingon.
Ilis search for the truth leads him to a mysterious white-haired assassin. But the hunter
quickly becomes the hunted when the assassin
and the Lt. chase each other all over the hilly
streets of San Francisco. McQueen drove in some
ofthese famous chasescenes, butat one point he
slid through an intersection and in disgust
acknowledged that stuntmen Bud Elkins and
Carey Lofton might be better at the job. Ilis wipeout footage, however, remained in the film . A bit
of Porsche trivia: Bullitt's nemesis in the black
Charger was Bill Hickman, a long-time lIollywood
stuntman and friend ofjames Dean (he accompanied Deanon the fateful trip in October, 1955). At
the conclusion of the chase the bad guys die, but
so does Bullitt's Mustang. lie must nowrelyon his
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storedallcovered in dust, with the racing number
"13" still on it and a bicycle leaning againstit. A
very interesting feature was that it had what were
described as a set ofGlockler wheels on it. These
are the wheels that are characterized by two circumferential rings of drilled holes. The car was
"to be restored someday by the owner."
The issue also had an article by Marc
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competed at the event in his 1959 GS/GT Carrera
coupe. This event was Marc's second race with
the car, and it performed beyond expectations.
Unfortunately, Marc contacted a wall at Sears
Point a month later, resulting in damage to the
complete right side ofthe car.
There is an article by Carol and King
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recently completed in their Convertible D. During
the trip they visited 23 states, two provinces and
many friends and relatives. The most significant
part of the trip was when the car completed
500,000 miles!
This issue of the Registry included a report
by Jim Graham of Columbus, OH on his 1964
356c coupe. He had long wondered about the
details of the earlyhistory of his car, and started
searching for the original owner. He was successful , and made contact with Col. Philip Handley.
Handley was in the Air Force, and purchased the
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his issue included an article by Tim
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1977 Autoweek ad that read "1959 Porsche
Speedster with two pushrod engines, best offer."
Tim called, and it was, in fact, a 1959 Carrera GT
without the original engine. Tim didn't buy it, but
sometime later he got a call. The caller had purchased the car Tim had spotted, and wanted him
to restoreit. The articletells about the restoration
of the car, and has numerous photos showing
some of the unique GT features.
This issue of the Registry also had a couple
of teaser photos sent in by Ken Daugherty of
Louisville. It was a Porsche 550 Spyder that had
last beenlicensed 15years earlier, and which was
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The cover of this issue has a great photo of
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car, taking a victory lap as the 1994 SCCA G
Production National champion. Vic's son Eric and
the lateTom Youk are also in the photo, sittingon
the rear cowl as the car takes a victory lap. This
was Vic's first-ever SCCA National Championship,
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Handley sold the car in 1965 after being assigned
to a base in Arizona. The buyer was a young
lawyer from Ohio, Jim Graham. Handley had not
heard a word about the car until he got a call
from Jim 29 years later! Jim explained all the
things he had done over the years with the car,
including replacing (with my help) the C engine
with an SC engine. (My ivory Speedster still has
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Coupes and Cabrios in various colors, many
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Charlie England's slate gray Roadster is still
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Apot-luck cookout of steak, fresh Long Island corn, burgers, dogs, salads &various tasty sausages were part of the meal overseen by activities chair Tom (& Kathy)
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0'; 7 Speedster #83; 08. Former E/P race car. In storage fo r the last 20 YC'Jrs. Needs to be completelygone
thru and rebuilt. Will never he a street car but would
make excellent c1 uh,vintage or SCCA race car. Car
comes with 2 engines and many spares. Call for complete list. Best Offer. Mike Kondrla, Haddonfield,New
Jersey TeI:8; 6-8; 4-2130 or sp0I1!l110mII .com@aol
0'64 Coupe, \1N #21;,H8. Eng. # 10448. Complete
except windshield. Needs complete restoration.
Delivery available. $; 000, William N. Curson, 317 S.
Clay Ave., Kirkwood, MO 63122. 314-821-6782 or
acurson@shcglobal.net
0'6; SCcoupe#222208, 6 mit, GrC'J t driver w/tired red
exterior, tanlb&w houndstooth inset interior, Recently
freshened engine runs strong, trans shifts nicely. New
Sachs Clutch, shocks, trans mounts and rubber hushings. H4's 11'/ Leoni relay, Zims electronic Dasher relay.
Gauges rebuilt. Fuchs on 190xI; Bridgestone Potenzus.
Bumpers, hood handle and hom grilles removed hut
arc included as well :IS chrome whee ls and 2 sets of
crested hubcaps, Door gaps so-so, Minimal rust.
14,000. Pies available vla email. Jeff Harrison,
Russellville, AR, (4 9)964-2032 jharrison@realsources.net
Speedster # 833; 0, Documented hare metal
restoration, correct white with red Autos lntemational
interior and black canvas top. Trans by Skirrnants. All
chrome redone, have original
parts, ; matching date coded wheels, totallysorted with
; 000 miles driven since resto, VSCCA eligihle and log
hook, removable GT roll bar, basically stock original
car with a 912motor. Have kardex, Have every receipt.
Known historyfrom late 60's. 89,000. Tom Miller, NJ.
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0'; 2 Bent Ilindow/hody bumpered 3; 6 #11481. This
car had $2; Kof metalwork done already by a prominent E'L~t Coast Porsche restoration shop! Car is apart
and ready to fi nish. Comes w/ parts to semi-complete
car. Original color lvo ry, &11' tires, V ;2 date coded
rims, 1'-1 1481 Eng. block has been chemicallytrea ted, body is in yellow primer. You fin ish!
m rokr:L~a @ earth lin k.n et - Joe Ruiz, Anaheim, fA
$295 k obo. ~o trades (714) 926-7004.
0'61 Super 90 3;6 B T; Coupe. Red/Black & Red
Interior. ~Iatchi ng numbers, Porsche COA. Avery solid
S90 with very good condition mechanicals. Terrific
bodypanels andgaps, original, solid floorpans but with
some minor rust damage. 16,; 00/OBO. Photos available at wwwgiocars.com, Email: gio@sp!)lIet.com Tel:
42;-98;-42; 9. Bellvue, \'1\
0'61 1600s Cahriolet, # I;;409, engine 1'08; 10; .
Silver/red leather, all numhers match except transmission, replaced witha rebuilt in the 70's. 2nd owner for
13 years, purchased from original owner who picked it
up at the factoryinJuly, 1961. Have invoice, Complete
restoration. body work by vlado's in N. California,
engine completely rebuilt, stock looking but with SC
heads and big bore kit, runs beauufully Assembled over
eight YC'Jrs. Not shown much yet, butsure to he a concours winner, Most tools. Chrome wheels and tire set
for daily driving, unused set of matched steel wheels
and xz.X·s for show. Pacrory hardtop (unrestored)
included. Needs very little to he a winner, Asking 48K.
David Holden, San Francisco, 1'1 C:lSe call for info; 41; 246-07;8.
'63 Super 90, new engine hy Jack Staggs, fresh red
paint, recent brakes including all wheel cylinders,
weber carbs, car cover, bra, spare parts kit by Dawn. CA
car, great driver. Photos available.
Dennis Wilkinson, Irvine, CA, 949-8;2 -8;96 or archwilk II @hotmail.com
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0'; 4 Cabriolet 60631, Azure Blue/Grey top &interior.
Full mechanical restoration, 1; 00 w/street cam,
AWF~I Blaupunkt, red tip orig. antenna. "1leel turbines, original bauery box & Doors, top wood bows
original, rear bodywood replaced. Exc. Gaps &shape.
$9;, 000. GC'J!)' ~lill e r, Prehle, l\'Y. 31;-636-7206 or
31; -;;9-3;60(cell).
0'64 CCab, Sk-y Blue, black leather, grJy carpet, black
top, #I; 9; 16, Eng #71094, Trans #72490 Type 74112C;
; K miles since 1992 Jack Lewis restoration, always
garaged, solid, great driver, recentservice, ; .; " chrome
wheels, I2V radio withconverter, Nardi wheel. 3; ,000
OBO. Photos and mechanics' report avai lable. Ray
Morgan, raymorgan@mindspring.com or phone
4045915 770. Atlanta, GA
0';7 A Cabriolet #61; 02 T-I Ruhy Red/ Tan leather
interior, tan top and tonneau. Full overider bars front
and rear, beehives, T-I door handles. Interior and top
excellent. Paint good except fo r poor repaint of driver's side door (docs not match perfectly). AverJge
gaps. Runs well, not a showcar but a driver. 32,000.
Car in St. Louis. Raymond Senuk, gibbonsjl@slu.edu.
0'64 3;6c Outlaw, all factor matching numbers. Total
rehuild ofcomplete car, all records&receipts, Porsche
Iris Blue paint, Camel leather interior, 6.way power
seats, New 1720cc engine built by lim Beradelli, Too
much to list here, Email: tw,H 609@nelZero.com for
more info & photos. $; 0,000. ~Iitchelhill e , ~ ID . Tom
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'; 3 Coupe #; 1290 parting out.Call.Crank NOS for II
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Journals covered with oil paper/wax paper 'IS new,
$2,7; 0. Iling& pinion NOS Porsche 7:31 SIN 3974 6
bolt, appears new with no running wear marks on
teeth, $2,7; 0. ';6 Normal engine #60638 rebuildable
core. Turns over freely, complete less exhaust, stored
40 years, 1,7; 0. Tu rbo Wheel trimrings for 16" rims.
Verygood condition, no attaching hardware, set of flve,
;0 . Tum sig. switch from '; .'\ Coupe #; 1290 should
he repainted otherwise complete, perfect no partsmissing, $4; 0. "A" St wheel, 16-3/4" complete with 360
degree hom ring and perfect orig button, profresto in
correct beige color, $1,2;0. Lots more. David Duerr,
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°912/Sfl C engine #744294. Original mileage 34,000
miles before complete rehuild. Detailed infonnation
anddocumentation on the rebuildingprocess and what
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°Gesha tin 3;6 toy - Auto Fox Nr. ; ; 9 (fox head missing). llIue (scratch on RFfender). Operationalcable in
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year butmust be number matching and highquality. Pis
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SAM SIPKINS, MECHANIC Air cooled Porsche
specialist. Mechanical, electrical, structural
repairs. Custom engine rebuilding. Extensive
knowledge of 356. Oddments: NOS A-B oil fill,
needs repaint - $75. NOS floor mounted hibeamswitch - $15. New 050 distributor w/6 volt
Pertronix, one only - $229. 2 of 32-26 NOS
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HONEST ENGINE Experience since 1965 in all
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FAX
949-548-1227
www.honesteng.com.
sschmidt @hon estengine.com
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Extremely rugged! $135-12vt/$124-6vt, includes
UPS. Add $5 west of Miss., "chipped" battery
tenders 6 or 12-$40. Master cutoff switch $10.
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RADIO REPAIRS
Exclusively vintage European, 1950's - 1960's.
Blaupunkt, Becker, Telefunken , etc. Tube or
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WilfordWilkes, PO Box 103, Brisbin, PA16620.
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VDM, Nardi, Les Leston, Derrington, Moto-Lita
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AUTOMOTIVE SCULPTURE by Bruce
Crawford. 805-528-6240. CA.
TECH INFO: Exploded-View Part Diagrams
sets-show all parts: Pre-A 51 pgs-$14, 356-A
74 pgs-$17, 356-B T-5/T-6 11 8 pgs-$23, 356B/C 114 pgs-$23. Factory Workshop manuals:
Pre-A 250 pgs-$45, 356-A 500 pgs-$65, 356
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Pre-A 160+ pgs-$35, 55 Pre-A 350 pgs-$45,
356-A COMING, 356-B 1,016 pgs-$75, 356-B
T-6 Supplements-400+ pages-$45, 356-C
Supplements 300+ pages-$40 (356-B + 356 B
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copies in 3-ring binders. Charlie White derwhite@aol.com .
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LOCKSMITH SERVICES Offering a full line of
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ten-point quality restoration of locks and door
handles. Electrical repair of ignition switches
performed . Key accessories available, i.e.
bulbs and batteries for light keys, fobs and
pouches, etc. For info call:
Tony Euganeo610-461-0519. 501 Folcroft Ave.
Sharon Hill, PA 19079
PREVIOUSLY UNAVAILABLE PARTS: Acrylic
green replacement sunvisors for '51-'57 356.
Rivets,directions included. $60/$5 S&H.
Tom Kincaid, 262-249-0577. N-1545 Linn Pier
Rd., Lake Geneva, WI 53147.
PERTRONIX IGNITOR - Neverchange points
again! Hall effect, transistorized ignition system
fully contained in distributor. Sturdy, stable, no
maintenance. All cast iron distributors: 6 volt $114,12 volt - $105. 050, 009, late 031 : 6 volt
- $81 , 12 volt - $72. Early 031 - inquire.
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Street, Richmond , CA 94805.510-632-8232
"For 1957 Speedster- high bow top frame and both
door tops to accept side curtain hardware. Top price
paid- Jeff Clarke 92 Volpi Rd., Bolton, CT 06043
JFCL@aol.comor 860 643-1126 days.
"Type 597 "Hunter". Original literature, anything,
Workshop manual most wanted. Bertram Pawlak,
Irvine, CA. 949-650-8100
Special Run Group for vintage Porsches
with engines under two liters
Scnt to Barbara Skirmants: "I am sending you a picture of a trip we made a few days before
11/1 9 but we planned it in the spirit of that day. We were heading to Gmiind with fo ur 356s. All engines
were made by myshop Brack Autogarage, The whole trip was about a thousand miles. The photo shows
a steep pass called the "Stilvser j och." The top is at 2757 meters (8700 It) and goes over 48 hairpins.
Maybe you can arrange to present this photo in the next issue of the356 Regis/I:)' magazine.
Many thanks and have a good time with the 356,
Rued] Brack, Urdotf Switzer/and
Fuel pump leaks
It's a PERFECT 356 day here in Iowa City,
upper 60s at least, sunny, and plenty of pretty
county highways for barreling through the farmland with not another car in sight. Pretty good
for November 20! I got horne from a drive and
found a gas leak in my 356c. It's leaking at the
outlet of the fucl pump. I replaced the little 2"
long fuel hose (which was old and decaying) and
stillhave a leak, I think from where thebrass outletpipeattaches to the pump body. This pipecan
be jiggled a little bit by hand in the bore it goes
into, and I suspect that is where the fuel is seep-
Distributors
Remanufactured
Correctly
Keep the original appeara nce and
regain the performance lost through the
years. All cast-iron distributors (383/9/18/22)
restored to the highest cosmetic standards
possible, recurved and re-degreed to utilize the fuel
available today. For further information ...
GEARHEAD CO.
DON MARKS
AMITY, OREGON
Call between 6·9 p.m., Pacific time
503-835-8410
The PCA-Great Plains Region's 2005 Club
Race is scheduled forjune 3-6, 2005, and weare
planning to add a special run group for Vi ntage
Porsche Cars, because these cars no longer participate in PCAClub Racing. The race will be held
at the MidAmerica Motorplex in Glenwood/Pacific
j unction, Iowa, approximately 20 miles south of
Omaha, Nebraska on Interstate 29. This is a new,
2.3 mile, 16 turn course. It has a state of the art
polymer surface, with no concrete walls or barriers. The track is challenging with long straights,
increasingand decreasing radius turns andample
passing zones, Further information on the track is
available at wwwmidamericnmotorplex.com.
PCAClub Racing willacceptany valid license
from an accredited racing club. Attendance at a
driver's meeting the night before the event is
required to get a provisional PCA Club Racing
License. Both a Sprint event for vintage cars and
participation in an Enduro on Sunday is planned.
There are restaurants, hotels and threecasinos within a 20 minute drive of the track,
Ifyou are interestedinan All-Vintage Porche
racing weekend, please let me know as soon as
possible. I can be reached at:
Dauld L. IIOlfi1l(1II,
dhoffman@oralhcalth.omhcoxmail.com
971So. 95th St., Omaha, NE 68114-5029
Refinishing tail! brakelight reflectors
ing out. Is there a way to tighten this up? Could
tapping the pipe in with a mallet cause it to rcseal? I also beuer replace all the fuel hoses with
new stuff, before I geta leak that's not so easy to
fi nd before kaboom, For now, how do I fix that
leak at the pump?John Bcrncrs
lias anyone had any success refinishing the
inside ofthe tail/brake light surfaces? Mine is corroded and I have found nothing on web site that
addresses the subject. james Penland
Take the brass tube out, clean the tube and
the socket. Mix some epoxy and wipe it on the
matingsurface ofthe tube. Push thetube backin.
Give it adequate time to harden (epoxy is very
temperature-sensitive) and then drive it for the
next 50,000 miles. Ron laDow
After yo u have the rust cleaned away, paint
the reflecting surface of the light gloss white. I
have used it on several 356's and 9 series cars
and the improvement is stunning. I would not
paint new ones, but aftertime they dull, and then
is the time for the gloss white refinish.
Kcn Daugherty
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The
highs
and
lows
of the
final
four
races
haven't talked racing since April, but I have been active both on the
trackand in the engine room. I raced at Mid-Ohio for the first time in
eight years. I also suffered major engine failure at three consecutive
events. And oh yes, the hurricanes affected our inaugual Carolinaevent.
I
Mid-Ohio
Lets start with a high at Mid-Ohio with SVRA in mid June. I revisited a
track I enjoyed in the earlyyears with HSR andattended an SVRA event forthe
first time in many years. Did I mention the Klub Sport Challenge race at this
event?I reallyliked thethreequalifyingsessionsformat, givingbothdriver and
crewa good chance to get in a fast lap.
Ten 356s made the trip to a very busy and fast layoutwith limited passing areas. Vic & Erik Skirmants, George Balbach, myself, Dave Burton and
John Schrecker were fast in the first fewsessions. My reason for making the
trip was now at hand with me third on the grid of nine of our cars. Take my
word itwas very exciting to get close to Vic for a few laps and finish as runner
up followed byDave,John, Lane Mally, BillCarter and Rick Bardsley. Our day
ended witha nice dinner at thetrackwith Barbara, Vic and many 356racers.
The next day started with a high as the track became familiar and faster
Photos by Robert Harrington http://www.harringtonphoto.ca
VIR in July
Our next event was HSR at Virginia International Raceway in early July
with three ofour racers making thetrip. It has been three years since mylast
visit and the facility is even more beautiful then I remember. The event started on a high as I was fastest followed by David Decker and Rick & Craig
McClure. The McClure's event turned lowwithbrake failure before the start of
Friday's Klub Sport Race. The KSR started out on a high as I played hard with
the 91 1s & 91 4s onlyto end early with head failure. David Decker carried the
torch for the 356the rest of the event. The long trip home can be verypainful
with a lot of "whatifs & why-me's?" to pass the time.
Racing the hurricane
The inaguaralevent at Carolina Motorsports Park was the same weekend
that HurricaneFrancis made landfall on Florida's coast. I boarded up and left
Left: George Balbach (34) and Erik Skirmants at Mid-Oho. Top: David Decker's
lovely Acoupe at VIR. Behind is Rick McClure's coupe which suffered nose damage. Below: John Schrecker (left) and Matt Sell at Sebring. Bottom: Also at
Sebring,Jim Voss leads a914 and Tom Trabue's Denzel.
andwent to lowas I hadcontact with Brian Quintenz's beautiful Roadster. The
day ended on a high as I held Vic off to win the qualifying race, followed by
John, Dave, George and Rick. Sunday started with the one hour enduro won
byVic and his sonEric followed by David, Brian and George. The event ended
on a high as Vic and I had a real fightpassing on manylaps though busy traffic with Vic just ahead at the finish. Dave and John also had a fightto the finish in the same traffic.
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early to beat the evacuees out of town and join
three other 356 racers. Arriving at a new track is
really cool because it reminds one of being a
rookie all over again. Almost everyone at this
event had to learn this tight rhythmlc course for
the first time. The fi rst session is a high because it
feels good to find your way around fairly quickly
But myevent ended in just five laps with a broken
cam gear before I became familiar with it all. I
decided to packup and race the hurricane horne
so I would not be trapped north of the storm in
all comers. John & Vic went the distance - about
240 miles at nOD-pius rpm at full race, WOW!
Robert Tornello finishedsecond followed by Mall
and partners.
Parting thoughts
quickly than the last. When it breaks you arc too
fast at something. Mark E. and Vic are great drivers and thinkers. What was once high is now low.
Competitors arc your friends and teachers.
Everything races.
Until next time, slow it down smoothly.
Well, another year has passed even more
truffle,
The rest of the 356s raced in Carolina with
Perl)' Tennell winning the K1ub Sport Race followed byJim Voss and David Decker. Perl)' prevailed in Saturday morning's enduro ahead of
David. Jim won another feature as Perl)' exited
early with a broken cam.
JohnSchrecker (left)and Vic Skirmants on the
podium celebrating a class win in the four-hour
enduro atSebring.
The season ends in Sebring this year
because NASCARis fixing Daytona for us 356 raeers for nextyear. November inSebringis verynice
weather for racing. Nineof Porsche's fi rstproduction cars gathered to go as fast :L~ possible, Our
first session out was qualifying, showing Paul
Swanson fastest followed by myself, John
Schrcckcr, Perry Tennell, Jim Voss and Rick
McClure. Later in the day Paul led the qualifying
race (:L~ I exited with engine failure again) Iollowed byJohn, Perl)', Jim, Rickand Mall Sell, Paul
lead the way in the KLUB SPORT RACEfollowed by
Vic inJohn's coupe and Mark E. in Mall's coupe.
Friday ended with a one-hour night enduro as
John S. turned his fastest lap of the day in the
dark, (somearc known to do there best work in
the dark) followed by Mall, Mark, Bob Tenges
and John Mayer, all sharing Ted Chilcoat's old
coupe.
Saturday started outwith a one-hour enduro
with Perry winning followed by Mall & Bob and
John & Vic. Paul led both feature races seconds
ahead of all competitors on the time sheets. The
eventclosedwith a first time four-hour enduro for
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s much as I like the sound of a well
tuned engine at 3500 rpm, there are
times when listening to your favorite
music on a warm summer night while driving
along with the top down in your 356 is hard to
beat. And although I like the look of my 6-volt
Blaupunkt, thelimited selection of music on some
of our local stations leaves a lot to be desired.
Whilemy dailydriver Ford Explorer has a nice CD
player, this equipment was not even on the horizon when our cars were manufactured. So, what
approaches can be taken to enjoy the soundsofa
favorite blues (or other) song inyour356without
totally rearranging the dashboard? In my case, I
did not want to replace my vintage radio with a
modern 12-volt unit and stuff a CD changerin the
trunk or glovebox. So I was determined to investigate alternative methods to enjoy a larger variety
of music in my Porsche while using existing
equipment ifat all possible. After a bit of experimentation, I am very happy to report that we can
enjoy the best of both eras, that is the "original"
look along with the variety of music available on
the modern CD fo rmat.
A
purchased myfirstiPod in early 2003 (beatingmy
20-somethingdaughter bya full year) , I immediately appreciated the possibility that I might be
able to use it in the 356; all that was missing was
a practical method to connect the two.
Feeding it in
Output from an iPod or other MP3 player
can feed into a radio via wireless or wired connections. The most common wireless technique
utilizes the FMband on the radio to receive a signal from a small, low power FM transmitter con-
Hardwiring your music source
The MP3 era
Although portable CD players have been
around foryears, their adaptationto the car radio
has been somewhat problematic, since they are
prone to skip tracks during driving. This is compared to built-in units designed for automobiles
that tend to exhibit much better shock resistance
during driving. The recent development of the
MP3 player, such as Apple's iPod and solid-state
flash memory devices has added a whole new
dimension to the portable music scene. The iPod
plays its selections from a small hard disk, so it is
much more shock resistant than portable CD
players and can hold the contents of hundreds of
CDs at once. Although the capacity offlash memory players is much less, they have zero moving
parts and are similarly shock resistant. When I
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you have a modern radio with stereo built-in.
There are a number of FM transmitters available
for iPods and other players, allare under $50and
will give you similar results.For the iPod, the
slickest unit, in my opinion, is made by Griffin
(http://www.griffintechnology.com) and is called
the iTrip.
This custom designed unit fits on the top of
the iPod, is powered by the iPod batteries and
allows for extensive frequency assignments for
best reception. It can be used with any FM radio,
automobile or otherwise. From experience, I
have found the FMtransmitters tendto workbest
outside of urban areas where there is less interference from neighboring stations, although you
can easily resetthe frequency on the road to give
the better results.
Another method utilizing the FM frequency
band is an FM Modulator. This unit directly converts an audio signal from anysource (CD, MP3
player, etc.) and feeds it into the radio via the
antenna lead, rather than transmitting a radio signal. You still have to tune your FM radio to an
unused frequency to hear the audio output.
Because they connect directlyto the radio's antenna input, the signals tend to be stronger and less
prone to interference. Although this method may
be useful in some special situations, they do
require a 12-volt current source for operation.
You can purchase FM modulators from national
audio retailers, such as Crutchfield (www.crutchfield.com) for about $50or so.
The iTrip from Griffin. mounted atop an iPod.
nectedto the music player. Typically, the FM transmitter is preset to 2 or 3 frequencies at one end
of the band that are not commonly used by commercial FM radio stations. The net effect is that
you carry your own FM station with you, but you
are in control of the programming by virtue of
your choice of songs loaded on your player. This
technique works reasonably well except when
powerful FM stations are broadcasting close to
you r chosen frequency and interference occurs.
Ifyour radio gets reasonable reception, then your
music willsound about the same. The stereo output from your MP3 player becomes mono unless
The best option available for
audio signal input to your radio is
clearly a direct connection; this
avoids all the potential signal interference with FM transmitters and
delivers the best possible sound.
Whilethis is the common methodof
connecting external CD changers to
modern car stereos (which have
built-in auxiliary input jacks) , there
was essentially nothing to plug in
during the 50's and 60's. Butwait,all
is not lost.
Blaupunkt engineers, with all their brilliant
thinking, outfitted many of our radios with auxiliary input jacks with the thought that someone
might figure whatto dowith them somedayin the
future. These jacks accept a special DIN connector that cuts out the radiosignal to allow an external source to be run through the amplifi er to the
speakers. Many AMIFM andAM radios have these
plugs on therear ofthe casethatare covered with
a clear plastic cover holding 3 pins.
I have recently discovered a source in
Germany for auxiliary input plugs withconnectors
made for MP3 and other players. I have utilized
this adaptercable for a couple of months and the
results arc outstanding. Simply plug in your il'od
or other player and listen away; the sound quality
is much better than expected and there is no
interference from competing FM station. The
photo below shows what the adapter looks like
connected to the input jack.
The il'od or other music source plugs into
stereo radio with cassette, Ifyou have such a unit
inyour 356, then this is probablyyour best choice
ifno auxiliaryinput jack existsonyour radio. The
sound fidelityis outstandingand the adapters arc
simple to usc.
Ifnothing but the best will do, consider getting your old Blaupunkt converted to a modern
AMIFM stereo and adding a plug fo r an
MI'3 player in the process. This option
preserves the correct look of your period
radio, butreplaces the inside with modern
circuitry. You get a better quality tuner,
true stereo and a higher output amplifier
as well as an auxiliary jack. The radio
becomes a 12-volt radio and requires the
addition of a 6 to 12 volt converter to
operate in 6-volt cars. Ifyou arc interested
in this going this route, it can be done at
S&M Electro-Tech by Greg Thompson
(wwwtumswitch.corn) . The current cost
is about $500-$550 fora 6 volt version but
less to do a 12 volt radio (which docs not
need the converter).
Speaker Upgrades
Auxiliary input jack (arrowl on the rear of a
Blaupunkt Frankfurt radio. Above: The DIN adapater
installedinthe radio back.
the small black box via a cable; everything tucks
up neatly under the dash. This adapter plug is
available from Rainer Kiinigs-Klassik-Ibdios and
can be ordered online (www. koenigsklassik.de/Shop/shop.html). At the time of writingthis article, the cost W;L~ 22 Euros + shipping
for each cable assembly. They arc available in
mono or stereo; you need to order the mono version with 5 pins on the plug. I have been unable
to find a domestic source for this adapter, but
orderingthrough Koenigs is easy and painless. In
addition to the improved sound quality, this
adapter will also fit Blaupunkt AM radios which
carl)' the input jacks, allowing almost everyone to
enjoy their favorite music on the road. My appreciation is extended to Blaupunkt fortheir forward
thinking back in the '50s and -60s and to Rainer
Kiinigs for making this adapter unit available.
For some installations, an alternative to
direct connection of MP3 players is a cassette
adapter, readily available through many sources
forabout $20. These require an upgraded 12-volt
While you arc in the process of
upgrading the sound going into your
radio, consider improving your speakers
for a better overall sound coming out of
your radio. If you drive a T6 car wi th small
roundspeakers and are using the original
or 40 year old speakers, you will have a
pleasant surprise if you upgrade them.
Fortunately, there arc manycurrent brands
of 5-114 " speakers which will easily fit in
the standard body openings but still allow
you to utilize the original grills, althoughyou may
have to trim the speaker mounting tabs. The challenge here is tofind the best overallspeaker while
working within the output limitations of your old
radio, If you drive an Aor Bcar with 3 x T oval
speakers, your choices arc much more limited
butstill manageable.
Choosing speakers- T6 cars
If you arc using your original radio, you
should choose replacement speakers with high
efficiency ratings since the output of these radios
is much less than modern units. 13:L~ed on my
research, there appear to be two main factors to
consider when looking for an automobilespeaker: dB ratings and minim um power ratings.
EfficienC)' is generally measured in decibels per
wall at one meter, or dB/Wm. With an input of a
single wall, a speaker with a sensitivity of 90
dB/Wm willproduce 90 decibels (dB) ofsound at
a one-meter distance. Most "highly efficient"
speakers have dB ratings of 91 or above and a
speaker rated 3 dB higher than another will
require half :L~ much power to produce the same
output.
Minimum power ratings on speakers provide you with another rough guide of the expected output from our low-powered radios, which
may not be able to drive less efficient speakers
without causingdistortion. Ingeneral, you should
look for speakers with minimum RMS power ratings of 2-5 walls. dB ratings and minimum RMS
power ratings are less important if you have
changed your radio to a modern unit with outputs
of 15+ watts/channel, but need to be considered
when using a 40 year old Blaupunkt, For additional information, an excellent discussion of the
factors to consider when choosing speakers can
be foundon the Crutchfield website (www.crutchfield.com). The impedance of most currently
available speakers is 4 Ohms, which iscorrect for
the old 6-volt radios.
There are a number of 5-114" speakers currentlyavailablewhich appearto satisfy the criteria
of high efficiency and low minimum nMS power
requirements, in all price categories. On-line
retailers, such ;L~ Crutchfi eld, are good sourcesto
learn about what is available; m:lI1Yof the same
speakers maybe available atyour localaudio supplyor electronics store ;L~ well. I have listed a few
5-114" speakers that you might consider, based
on their ratings; yo ur wallet and personal listening preferences may favo r one over another.
RMS power range
Blaupunkt I'Cx542
Pioneer TS-G1 340n
Blaupunkt TSx542
Alpine SPS-130A
dB
91
91
92
92
(WatL~)
2-40
2-25
2-40
2-30
These speakers range in price from $39 to
$89/pair, although you may be able to find them
discounted at some retailers.
Choosing speakers - A & T5-B cars
If you arc currently listening to your radio
through "original" 7 x 3"spc:ikers of indeterminate ageand want to keep the original grills, you
have very limited choices fo r replacement speakers. The odd size of these speakers prevents you
from walking into your local electronics store or
finding them online. Both Brad Ripley at NLA
Limited (wwwn laparts.com) and Rainer Kiinigs
(11'Ww.koenigs-klassik.dc/Shop/shop.hlll1l) sell
replacement speakers and grills as a unit. They
arc expensive butare reallythe onlychoice ifyou
wish to maintain the original look. Ifanyone docs
know a source for the original oval speakers or a
modern upgrade, please let us know.
Hopefully, this article will have given you a
better understanding of what is available to enjoy
someof the current audio technology in our cars,
while maintaining the correct period look. Enjoy
your drive.
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tonneau covers, and 43% reported the standard
equipment half tonneau. Although all factorytonneaus were supposedly vinyl, 63%are now cloth,
with black (68%) being much more common
than tan (23%).
Electrical
T
he 50th anniversary of the 356
Speedster provided the occasion to
wonder how these quintessential 1950s
sports cars-so often raced, modified, then forgotten, and now revered-are enjoying their
maturity. This project began with the announcementofthe celebration in Monterey organized by
Steve Heinrichs and friends. I put togethera survey that asked owners how these cars are
equipped and set up today, and Steve graciously
helped me get it to registrants. After the event, he
put it on the 50th Anniversaryweb site, where it
has since been available to interested owners.
Most ofthesurveys were received via theweb site.
Before getting to the data, let's get some
minor technicalities out of the way. The survey
garnered 166 responses describing 133
Speedsters, 25 Convertible Os, and 8 Carrera
Speedsters. Because no one knows how many of
these cars are still around, I can't calculate the
proportion of population this sample represents.
In other words, this ain't science and you'll just
have to take the results without any margin of
error. Ofcourse, not every respondent answered
every question, so the total number used for calculating percentages varies from item to item.
Furthermore, percentages are reported as rounded values, so don'tget fussy when they don 't add
up exactly. Because the Convertible 0 and Carrera
Speedster samples are so limited, the findings are
confined to Speedsters.
The Speedster sam ple includes cars from
1954 (7), '55 (25), '56 (28), '57TI (23), '57T2
(5), and '58 (40), with 5 notspecified. Compared
to original production, these numbers are a little
low for Pre-As and Tis and a little high for T2s,
which might imply greater survival of the more
drivable later versions (or just a biased sample
for somereason). Inany event, the speedster VINs
in the sample range from 80027 to 84893.
Paint and trim
Let's take a look at someexterior features of
today's Speedster. Only 52% of owners reported
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that these cars are still painted their original
color, which may explain why the field at Quail
Lodge wasn't dominatedbywhite cars - originally
about 32% of Speedster production. (One
respondent described his car's color as "rust.")
Most cars (95%) still have their bumpers, however, and most of these have the original type deco,
as opposed to the Carrera deco. Only 3% of the
cars are "protected" with nerf bars. The smooth
look is still uncommon; about 92% are wearing
their original side spears and rocker deco.
Wheels and tires
Speedster wheels have from the beginning
been subject to owner preferences. Some of the
early cars (12%) are still running on 16 inch
wheels, but the vast majority of Speedsters (88%)
are on 15inchers, with 38% using 4.5s and 42%
using 5.5s. Almost 8% are running on 6 inch
rims. Most wheels (84%) are still the original
slotted steel design, with 46% of these chromed
and 54% painted. The classic 1950s baby moons
remain popular wheel covers (55%), although
17%use the later crested design. Fully23% ofthe
cars drive around showing off their lug nuts and
ready to race. The endless 356 Registry talk
debate about tire size is answered by survey
respondents like this: 155s - 5%, 165s - 60%,
185s - 21%, 195s - 12%, and 205s - 3%.
Speedster headlights mostly still light the
night with standard sealed beams (77%),
although 23% are now running halogens. These
lights are covered with either glass (55%) , cast
grills (36%), or wire mesh (9%). Turn signals
types are presumably original to the cars in the
sample and break down as 70% beehive, 30%
wedge. Only 11 % of the cars are equipped with
auxiliary driving or fog lamps, and only 3 cars
reported rear LED third brake lights. And
although posts on 356 Registry Talk might lead
you to assume almost everyone has upgraded
their electrical system to 12 volts, 83% still run
everything with 6 volts.
Mirrors/ racks
The Aero fender mirrorremains most common (65%) , as expected, but the Ponto-Stabil
style accounts for 16%, with Talbot (7%), GT
(6%), and Raydot (3%) types also represented.
Most owners (88%) have resisted the temptation
ofa luggagerack, butthose who have succumbed
are more likely to have a Reutter (8%) than a
Leitz (4%) . Given their racing heritage, it maynot
be surprising that 11% of the cars still have roll
bars, and 6%even have deck lid louvers.
Interior
Let's turn to the interior. Although
leatherette remains the predominant material,
30% of the cars are now sporting leather. There
are only a few exceptions to black, red, and tan
color schemes. German square weavecarpet is in
91% of the cars. Although some posteriors are
said to be uncomfortable in Speedster buckets,
theystillcradle 84%oftheir owners. The remainder sit in coupe (10%) or GT (6%) seats. One
owner actually reported a front bench, and 6%
reported rear seatbacks. Almost allfloor mats are
black, and only 7%are topped with coco mats.
Tops
Speedster tops have beena matter ofesthetic and functional embarrassment from the outset.
The low bow version comprises 47% of the total,
with the balance being the later highbow edition.
Most tops (79%) are black, although 16% are
tan. The original soft side curtains are still preferred over rigid Plexiglas (92% versus 8%).
Aftermarket hardtops remain fairly uncommon
(12%), butofthose so equipped, the Glaspar version is the most popular (69%), perhapsbecause
they are back in production. A few Dynamic
Plastics and Plasticon tops were also reported. A
surprising 40% of owners reported having full
Steering wheels
According to the data, 54% of the surveyed
Speedsters have the original type ofsteeringwheel
with no hornring. Horn rings are notuncommon,
however, with 8%having the partial ring and 18%
having the full ring. Inspite oftheir cost in today's
market, 18% of the cars have wood wheels, with
Nardi accounting for the majority, although
Derrington, Les Leston, YOM, and Momo are also
represented in this sample. On the dash, 17% of
the cars have extra or non-standardinstruments,
11 % have a cigarette lighter (a sign of the times)
and a whopping 16%actually have a radio.
Accessories
Seatbelts were not standard in the mid1950s, butonlyan occasional show car would be
without them today. Most Speedsters in the sampie (66%) are equipped with the original type of
narrow webbing, but 27% use wide racing belts.
For all the fuss about original tool kits, only 46%
of thesurveyed cars still have them. Some (12%)
make do with reproduction kits, but 41% have
simply lost their factory tool kit along the way.
Who knewanyone would care?
Engine
Many a Speedster has at one time or anether in its life been powered with a 356 engine it
wasn't born with. The survey didn't ask about
originality, but here is what this set ofcars is running today; 1500 N(15%), 1500 S (1%) , 1500 GS
(2%), 1600 N (33%), 1600 S (36%), 1600 GS
(1%),1 600 S90 (4%), 1600 C (3.2%), 1600 SC
(7%), 1600 GT (5%),9 12 (2%), and VW(2%).
About one-third have been rebuilt with big bore
kits, These engines are mostly fed by Solex carbs
(53%), but Zeniths also remain popular (31%),
with Webers (13%), and Dellortos (4%) being
less common.
Mufflers
Mufflers do more than muffle; they produce
a car's voice. Two-thirds of the Speedsters in this
sample are still equipped with the factorymuffler,
but 16% speak Bursch, and 7% say it through a
peashooter system. More than a few owners
( 13%) prefer still other makes.
Oil and gas
Finally, the survey also asked about fluids.
For the record, it's 43% for Castrol, 18% for
Mobil I, and 12% each for Pennzoil and
Valvoline. As for octane, it's I I% for 87, 25% for
89, and 61% for premium.
A"Typical" Speedster
If we were to construct a typlcal Speedster
from these data, it would be a T1 model painted
its original color and wearing bumpers, side
spears, and rocker deco, 11 would run on 5.5x15
inch slotted steel painted wheels dressed with
baby moons and shod with 165 tires. 11 would
have a black high bow top, original type side currains, and a cloth half tonneau. Its sealed beam
headlights would be covered with glass, and they
would sit above beehive parking lights. It would
have an Aero mirrorand no luggage rack. Itsinterior, including standard Speedster seats, would be
in leatherette with German square weave carpet
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Brakes
The German horses spurred by these setups
are mostly slowed down by the same drum brake
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Suspension
Most Speedsters have probably been
"decambered" a bit at one time or another.
Although most still have 15 nun (42%) or 16mm
(27%) anti-roll bars, 22% have 19 mm bars, and
9%have 22 mm bars. Koni shocks are installed on
69% of the cars. but Bogc's are also common
(25%). Apparently few feel the need for further
control; only 7%have a camber compensator and
no other suspension aids were reported.
and black rubber mats. 11 would have an original
type steeringwheel with no horn ring and narrow
type seat belts. 11 would have an original tool kit.
Its engine would be a 1600s 111th Solex carbs that
is exhausted by a stock muffler, 11 would have
drum brakes with a single master cylindar, a 16
mm anti-roll bar, and a 6 volt electrical system.
Or not. At Monterey, this hypothetical
Speedster would have been surrounded by others
that differed in allthe ways revealed in this survey.
Surely not very many Speedsters are still completely stock as delivered. One of the interesting
observations in Montereywas thatI never heard a
negative commentabout anycar's lack of faithfulness to factoI)' specifications. There seemed
instead a comfortable acceptance of each car's
unique historyand owner's preferences.
Sohow well do these numbers represent all
of those Speedsters not tallied in the survey, or
even other 356 body styles? There is no way to
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ere.s a photo of my 59 356AGT at a hill
Hclimb in Turckheirn in the Alsace region
in France. Thephoto was taken at the entrance to
the medieval village, and those arc real storks on
the nests at the top. Notice my race num ber!
The climb is from Iurckheim to the hilltop resort
town of Les Trois Epis, a run of 6+ kilometers up
through the forest, followed by a very scenic
return drive through the vineyards. It's very fast
and challenging, and there were a real varietyof
cars in the "historic" racing group. No other
356s but several 911s. I managed to win my
class, but more importantly I broke the 4 minute
barrier on my last run, which W;L~ my main goal.
Another goal was to beata former (lady) German
Rally champion in her hot Mini-Cooper. Our
times were close, and she just barely
beat me last year, but I was able to
pip her on the last run this year.
While there arc an increasing
number of hill climbs for historic
cars all around Europe, most arc
demonstrations, albeit still very
entertaining. France has by far the
most real competition hillclimbs, all
FIA sanctioned. More often thannot
they are very low key, inexpensive,
and very local affairs based in highly
hospitable and scenic villages. They
arc a pleasant change from the
intense events like the Tour Auto or
Le Mans Classic. The hillclimbs
themselves arc very challenging, usuallyaround 6-8 kilometres long, and
arc very competitive in spite of the
excellent comaraderie amongst drivers when outside of their cars. They arc not worth shippinga
car over from the US to do, but certainly worth
seeing or doing if you happen to have a car in
Europe for other events. If anyone wants more
info about these hillclimbs theycan contact me at:
dennis.thalmann@wanadoo.fr
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On the trail of the last Speedster:
A shot of # 84922, that I took in October
1993 at the Nurburgring. Ulrich Trispe l
Anyone knowwhere it might be now? GM
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Attention Deficit Syndrome?
e had a mild and overcast (dry) day
here in South Oregon. Being my first
dayoff in a while, [ decided to take the 356 out for
another break-in drive on roads overlooking our
valley. Stopped and visited with a buddy; chatted
about a customers 356 he is working on and
other 356 subjects. Even enjoyed some 'modified'
German chocolate cake just made by his wife.
On the way home I stopped for gas and happened to pull up at a pump just behind a triple
black e-4 Cab, driven bya beautiful youngblonde.
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was given the nozzle to pump my own gas (not
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asking questions.
The Carrera's and my car's tank were filled
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her husband to trade the C-4 for a 356 for its eye
catching appeal. Some things never change.
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