Lot 156

1955 Porsche 550 Spyder

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A Superb 550 Spyder; One of the Most Iconic Porsches of All Time

Raced in Europe through 1957 with Outings at Le Mans, Nürburgring, and Avus

Rich, Well-Documented Provenance with Just Three Owners Since 1962

Pebble Beach, Rennsport Reunion, Porsche Parade, and Monterey Historics Participant

Retains Original Transaxle and Accompanied by Matching-Numbers Engine Case

Offered from a Significant North American Porsche Collection

1,498 CC DOHC Type 547 Flat 4-Cylinder Engine

Twin Weber Carburetors

Estimated 150 BHP at 7,000 RPM

4-Speed Manual Transaxle

4-Wheel Hydraulic Drum Brakes

4-Wheel Independent Torsion-Bar Suspension with Trailing Arms and Shock Absorbers

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