It was only an operable concept car and testing platform for the company’s design ideas. The 364, created by Ferdinand Porsche and his son Ferry Porsche, was designed by Erwin Komenda. Its engine features were derived from the Volkswagen Beetle, which was also designed by the senior Mr. Porsche.
Initially the models available were a coupe, cabriolet (luxury convertible) and a roadster (a stripped down convertible). The Porsche 356 underwent several changes before being withdrawn in 1965 and
todotest. The most sought-after variants of the car were the 356 “Carrera” (which often sold for over $150,000), the “Super 90” and the famous “Speedster”. The original selling price for a Porsche was around $4,000 in the 1950s.
