One of the most attractive elements of sports cars from this era is their simplicity. Utilising a sturdy 1.6-litre boxer engine, the 356 produces just enough power to make for a fun and engaging experience. Combined with the manual transmission and beguiling, burbling soundtrack, it’s little wonder these pretty little coupés remain desirable.
The car starts and runs very well, with no leaks evident and no smoke on start-up or under load. When driving, the gearbox shifts well and that there are no knocks or unusual noises from the suspension.