1948 Porsche 356 Gmund

2dr Coupe

4-cyl. 1086cc/46hp 2bbl

#1 Concours condition#1 Concours
#2 Excellent condition#2 Excellent
#3 Good condition#3 Good

$1,850,000 CAD*

+12.1%
#4 Fair condition#4 Fair
Value Graph04/2407/2410/24$500k$1M$1.5MJan 2025
Pricing adjustments
Equipment and history can make a tremendous difference in value on Gmund coupes.
Adjustments are in USD
Equipment and history can make a tremendous difference in value on Gmund coupes.
Adjustments are in USD
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1948-1955 Porsche 356 pre-A stats
Highest sale
$1,299,538 CAD
Lowest sale
$10,615 CAD
Most recent sale
$635,888 CAD
Sales
284

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1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
1953 Porsche 356 1500S 2dr Coupe Courtesy of Canepa
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Model overview

Model description

It’s hard to believe, but Porsche design – and the Germans in general – were able to reboot and go from thinking about Tiger tanks to sports cars in the span of just three years. In 1948, the first Porsche 356 emerged from a converted sawmill in Gmund, Austria (the Allied occupation forces were the new residents of Porsche’s Stuttgart, Germany offices).

By 1950, a much improved version of the Porsche 356 built in Zuffenhausen, Germany was being sold in America. Early U.S. importer Max Hoffman was responsible for the most-iconic 356 body style, the Speedster, which was a rather stripped down and basic $2,995 version of the car with racing-style bucket seats, removable side curtains instead of roll-up windows and a low windshield that the weekend racers who favored the model could easily remove.

Other body styles included the coupe and Cabriolet (with a plush well-lined convertible top), and the Convertible D and roadster (models with more basic tops and shorter windshields that effectively replaced the Speedster). All were available with a variety of pushrod four-cylinder engines of varying displacements and power. “Super” was generally reserved for the higher-horsepower pushrod engines.

The A series (356A) was the first refinement of the line introducing numerous refinements including a curved windshield rather than a split or bent screen. In late 1959, the B-series (356B) brought the first substantial styling changes in terms of headlight treatment and bumpers and a short-lived notchback coupe body style. Disc brakes finally arrived with the C-series cars (356C) in 1964 along with the most powerful pushrod engine yet, the 95 hp SC. By the 1966 model year, the venerable 356 had been supplanted by the 911 and 912.

The sophisticated and powerful four-cam Carrera motor was available in GS Speedster, Cabriolet, and coupe forms from 1956 to 1959. Race-minded enthusiasts could upgrade their GS Speedster or coupe to GT spec, which included a much larger fuel tank, a Plexiglas windshield, alloy body panels, and a host of other weight-saving and performance measures. The immensely complex engines were the most technologically advanced units Porsche ever installed in the 356, and today the cars are at the top of the 356 hierarchy.

All 356s were built before Porsche discovered how to really rust-proof cars as they would in the mid-1970s, so they are hideously rust-prone and expensive to restore. As such, it’s best to choose carefully. But when they’re right, a 356 is reliable, usable and satisfying like almost nothing else from the 1950s or 1960s.

Vehicle specifications

  • Shipping Weight1675 lbs
  • Vehicle Length151.6 in
  • Wheelbase - Inches82.7 in
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Common Questions

The value of a 1948 Porsche 356 Gmund can vary greatly depending on its condition, mileage, options, and history. Typically, you can expect to pay around $1,300,000 USD for a 1948 Porsche 356 Gmund in good condition with average spec.

Many factors can increase a car's value including excellent condition, exceptional originality, a recent restoration, low mileage, unique provenance, desirable options, popular or unique color choices, and excellent maintenance records. Upgrades and modifications that enhance performance or aesthetics can also add value.

Factors that can decrease a car's value include unusually high mileage, poor maintenance history, visible wear and tear, accidents or damage, title issues, and gaps in ownership history. Additionally, less popular color choices and extensive modifications that don't appeal to a broad audience can reduce value.

Mileage plays a significant role in a classic car’s value. Lower mileage usually increases value because it indicates a higher degree of originality, is rarer, and suggests less wear and tear. However, cars with exceptionally low mileage may also have maintenance needs due to lack of use. Whether someone should pay more for a vehicle with lower miles will depend on how they plan on using it, and the vehicle's specific condition.

The value of modified cars differs widely based on the type and quality of modifications. While some modifications can significantly increase value, especially performance enhancements and high-quality custom work, others may not add much or could even detract from the car’s value if they appeal to only a limited audience.

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