2018 |
Pebble Beach Auctions 20181955 Porsche 550 Spyder
Coachwork by Wendler
SOLD $4,455,000
Estimate
$4,000,000 - $5,000,000
Chassis
550-0053
Engine
P-90049
Car Highlights
Campaigned Successfully by Privateer Racer Eldon C. Beagle from 1955–1956
Offered from Current Ownership of Nearly 20 Years
Engine and Gearbox Numbers Match the Porsche Kardex
Benefits from Recent Mechanical Work by Four-Cam Expert Jeff Adams
Documented with Original Bill of Sale and Delivery Letter from John von Neumann
Accompanied by Numerous Original Racing Photographs Along with Period Service Records and Video Footage
Technical Specs
1,498 CC DOHC Type 547 Flat 4-Cylinder Engine
Twin Weber 40 DCM 1 Carburetors
110 BHP at 6,200 RPM
4-Speed Manual Transaxle
4-Wheel Hydraulic Drum Brakes
Fully Independent Torsion-Bar Suspension with Trailing Arms and Shock Absorbers