1994 Classic Motor Carriages 359

Description

In the world of vintage cars, we are always on the hunt for something unique and interesting. So when you see this 1994 Classic Motor Carriages 359 roadster you already love that everyone perks up and immediately pays attention. And it only gets better after you've checked out the affordable price.

As the name suggests, the 359 is the blending of Porsche 356 Speedster silhouette with elements from the 959 coupe. That includes the headlight design, slotted bumpers, and neatly integrated rear wing. The 359 is a unique fiberglass creation came from the mind of Classic Motor Carriages – once one of the world's largest kit car producers. And while we won't pretend that this will win you awards with the local Porsche club, if you were thinking that way, you were already missing the point on this droptop. After all, it's really the right machine to cruise your favorite roads on a perfect weather day. You'll love the wind-in-your-hair experience, and everyone you pass will tell their friends about the cool design and bold red paint that's now etched in their minds. There's even a Speedster-style folding roof under the hard tonneau cover in case you need weather protection.

Inside this one gets right down to business with a pair of sporty bucket seats. The black carpet, door panels, and dash all have a nice deep, dark quality of a good sports car. You get all the right elements for a fun driving experience, including a leather-wrapped three-spoke sports steering wheel, full VDO gauge package, and the gearshift that's close enough for spirited performance. There's an AM/FM/cassette stereo mounted below the dash, which means you can always create the perfect atmosphere around your roadster.

The 1600 cc VW flat-four lives under the rear deck, and it even has been dressed nicely with plenty of brightwork. It fires up as reliably as you know VWs should, and of course, it makes that unmistakable air-cooled soundtrack. The trusty motor moves the lightweight roadster with ease, and the four-speed manual transmission gives you complete control. But the best reason for having this based on a Beetle is that maintenance is a breeze. You have an extensive and affordable catalog of repair and performance parts available. The VW's lively suspension works especially well with the low-slung roadster bodywork, and the large 17-inch alloys have new Dunlop performance rubber for excellent grip.

Complete with the original build manual, something so complete, unique, and affordable doesn't come along every day. That's why if you enjoy the memorable vehicles, you need to hurry and call today! VIN # is T000215.