1959 Porsche 356 D Convertible review from North America
"I will probably find another one to restore"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The wiper motor failed.
The car's undercarriage was severly rusted.
General comments?
The steering wheel is directly in front of you and is at arms' length.
The seat is on the floor so that the pedals are directly in front of your feet.
Your legs are on the floor.
It goes 60 MPH in 2nd gear and runs all day at 110 without overheating.
If your battery dies, you can start the engine with a piece of rope (included, with wooden-handle and a knot).
I sold it because I wasn't sure I could safely repair the rust damage. What an idiot.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1959 |
| First year of ownership | 1970 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1971 |
| Engine and transmission | tiny 4-cylinder Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 57000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 72000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 27th May, 2002 |