Porsche 356 A Cabriolet (1955 to 1959)

The Porsche 356 A Cabriolet body style continued as a variant of the 356 A in late 1955. Engine choices mimicked those that were available with the Coupe, with a 1300, 1300S, 1600, 1600S (the 356 A Carrera engine was also available in the cabriolet body style). Beginning in late 1957, engine choices were further simplified with a base 1600 cc producing 60 hp to a 1600S that produced 75 hp. In 1957, the T2 body change came mid year and the Cabriolet featured a modified rear cowling that allowed it to accept a new optional hardtop. Wing windows were also added to the Cabriolet. Total production for 356 A Cabriolets peaked at 3,367, when it was replaced with the Porsche 356 B Cabriolet in late 1959.