new 356?

[wdfifteen]

Originally Posted by sc_rufctr

Originally Posted by svandamme

I kinda agree with Rattlsnak, the 356 to me looks like an incomplete design study.
The later ones are a bit better, but the earlier you go the worse they seem to me.

The picture above, cool picture, but that car looks halfassed to me.
The front bumper/nose is way to high , you can see the under pan.
Is that a model that is supposed to have a bumper attached to it??
Looks like they forgot to put a front spoiler on that, which obviously for a 356 would look like a joke as they aren't that fast anyway.

I was in the Museum this year, they had a line up of 356'es, all in to much clearcoat..
felt underwhelming up close. There are much nicer bodies from that design period

Now they may have been great to drive compared to other cars in the era. But design wise, bit meh.

I generally don't find many cars from the 45-55 era very "sexy".. The big design movement then was happening in the US , Europe was still licking it's wounds.

Now i don't say you can't have some cool pics with some 356es.. especially outlaw modded cars.. But the original 356'es to me look well, they mostly just are an evolution towards the 904 & 911.

That 356 has been decambered and stripped down for racing. Take the bumpers and hubcaps off and lower the rear end so the nose sticks up, then get down on the ground and take picture of it and almost any car will look half-assed.

[Baz]

Originally Posted by Jon B

Pamela Tiffin in a Speedster.

Pamela Tiffin.....oh yeah......

[wdfifteen]

"I kinda agree with Rattlsnak, the 356 to me looks like an incomplete design study.
The later ones are a bit better, but the earlier you go the worse they seem to me."

Yeah, Porsche's design really sucked compared to the competition.

[Baz]

Preach it Patrick!

[targa911S]

that 100-4 is pretty sexy..and don't forget the E Jag.

[Mark Henry]

If I was inclined to buy a 356 I'd want a kit so I wouldn't be afraid to drive it.
I don't have much use for garage queens.

[kach22i]

Originally Posted by masraum

Interesting, yeah, sort of.

It's like a 911, Audi TT and 356 had an orgy.

I like the backend better than the front. I'm not sure I'm digging the front bumper.

Friday, March 17, 2017
porsche 356 neoclassic & 356 turbo
3d modeling & visualisation: porsche 356 neoclassic & 356 turbo




Porsche 356 Neoclassic by Sergey Barinov (based on modern........
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/73605775141074483/

Other than links like the above I'm having issues finding an actual article on it. Wish you guys starting these threads would provide a link.

Is this just a Pinterest and Instagram item?

The rear wheel haunch or flare is overdone in my opinion.

Other than that it is pretty cute looking.

The 356+Audi TT analogy is correct, but a spot of Alpine A110 could be in there too.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alpine_A110

[dafischer]

Originally Posted by rattlsnak

Interesting.... It's growing on me..

Yeah, just like a rash or a wart.

[Baz]

Originally Posted by Mark Henry

If I was inclined to buy a 356 I'd want a kit so I wouldn't be afraid to drive it.
I don't have much use for garage queens.

I can't speak for all tub owners, Mark - but you'd be surprised at the number of us who either own "drivers" - not garage queens - and/or drive their tubs come hell or high water.

I can understand putting them away when there's salt on the roads for those located in the north.

On a side note....the paint job on mine is nothing close to perfect but at 15 feet looks pretty good. I have a key scratch almost the entire length of the passenger side - which I term a "jealous lover's scratch". I'm always amazed at the number of folks who 'automatically' suggest I get the whole car repainted so it will be in 'show' condition. I wouldn't want that - not at all. I like a few battle scars on the old gal....which is quite appropriate given her (and my) age!

"Drive 'em!"

[RKDinOKC]

The headlights are too slanted making the front fenders slope too much towards the front. Or they could be moved a little higher.

[astrochex]

That neoclassic makes my tummy feel bad. Too much chrome, the proportions are odd. It looks cobbled together. I would love to hear Cumberford’s take.

[Baz]

I should also add....these are 6 volt cars so from a safety perspective - attention should be given to the electrics as it applies to head and tail lights so you are visible to others at night. Clean grounds is usually the first step. Some have converted to LED and/or 12v but the 6 volt systems work just fine if attended to, IMHO.

Also make sure you have proper seat belts. And suitable insurance.

Stay on top of the brake maintenance and steering coupling. For the most part these are simple machines to keep running and a blast to drive when properly maintained.

[svandamme]

Originally Posted by kach22i

Friday, March 17, 2017
porsche 356 neoclassic & 356 turbo
3d modeling & visualisation: porsche 356 neoclassic & 356 turbo




Porsche 356 Neoclassic by Sergey Barinov (based on modern........
https://www.pinterest.com/pin/73605775141074483/

Other than links like the above I'm having issues finding an actual article on it. Wish you guys starting these threads would provide a link.

Is this just a Pinterest and Instagram item?

The rear wheel haunch or flare is overdone in my opinion.

Other than that it is pretty cute looking.

The 356+Audi TT analogy is correct, but a spot of Alpine A110 could be in there too.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alpine_A110

It fell out of the ugly tree and hit a lot of branches on the way down.

[HardDrive]

Fire. Lots and lots of fire. Then bury the ashes.

[LEAKYSEALS951]

Behold, MILF (Millenial Interstate Luxus Fahrt), a 356 stretched over a cayman, stretched over a nissan rogue. I think I've got the ultimate combination of good looks, stylish performance, and today's safety standards all wrapped into one. Notice mine has a luggage rack. 2+ 2 seating and enough room for some spare millenials and their smart phones. I've also taken the next step and intergrated the steering, brakes, and gas pedal all into the center screen virtual display. This way the driver won't have to take their eyes off the computer screen to steer. Much safer imho.

[DonDavis]

Originally Posted by masraum

THIS is a cool 356 based on a Cayman!

You liked that? I thought it was really bad.

The OP 356 looks better, but still a little off.
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