On many replicas, the wheelbase does not match the body so the front wheels are not centered in the wheel wells. The front wheels are very noticeably too far back.
Nice video, good rundown of some of the replica tell tale signs! I think a few others are the e-brake and if I recall something with the keyholes in the door handles?
I’m a proud owner of a real 1957 Speedster. I’ve owned it for the better part of 20 years and have dialed it in. It’s real, drives real and raw, and handles quite well. It’s not my Carrera GT but performance is exceptional when you take the time to do it right and maintain it. I never will understand the allure of kit cars. Some say they are more reliable but that’s actually not the case. The real ones are bulletproof and were built to be that way. More than 70 percent of all Porsche built are still on the road today. Even the best replicars are have uneven built quality, engineering, and reliability. FWIW, I regularly take my 57 Speedster well over 100 MPH. The tires may be skinny but the car was engineered that way and when properly maintained she sings at 120 and more. I wouldn’t attempt that with a replicar with unknown/uneven engineering and build. Just because it “looks” like a Porsche doesn’t mean it’s engineered like one; just because it’s “based” on a speedster doesn’t mean it is one.
@@andrewzalasin3697 think it comes down to cost mate, not everyone who loves the 356 can afford a real one like yourself. So these Vw based 356’s are the closest thing some people can get to them. Plus I think these have there own sort of following now. The 356 is one of my all time favourite cars I’d love a genuine one, but if I can’t afford one tbh, and I’d quite happily buy a rep if it was a factory built one.
@@dickie35 total respect for the love of the design. I’ve had buddies buy replicas and they tend to be (not always) a pig in a poke. Most are poorly engineered, constructed etc so the experience is super poor. As well, many (not all) try to pass them off as real when driving. Just my $0.02. I didn’t grow up money and always loved them. It literally “drove” my ambitions
This car was made by Vintage Speedsters in Hawaiian Gardens, California, which was one of the higher volume manufacturers of 356 Speedster replicas. The factory came under new ownership and moved to Arizona a few years ago.
#1-The hand brake location. #2-Hem under the fenders, not a thick folded fiber glass . #3-Larger diameter drum brakes; 356C came with disc brakes, all around.
“Real or Replica PORSCHE 356 Speedster? How to spot the DIFFERENCE!” Badges, really? Being serious. Two obvious tips not mentioned: - Steel body not fiberglass. - Umbrella handbrake under the dashboard not the VW lever between the seats.
What's your favorite Porsche model?
Wow good question it probably be any year of the gt2 and cayman gt4
@@ChrisHondaProductions Yeah good call... although GT2RS would be fun to track.
356.
For an enthusiast is almost impossible to choose one model.
Mine are:
1959 356A 1600 roadster
1964/68 911 SWB (901 “dogleg”)
1972/73 911 RS
1976/77 911 Targa
1984/89 911 Carrera (915/G50)
1989 911 Speedster
1993/1998 993 Coupé (G50/21)
2001/2005 996 Turbo (G96/50)
@@Santos.Sarmento nice picks if take any one of those
If the driver wears his cap the wrong way around, it's a replica.
On many replicas, the wheelbase does not match the body so the front wheels are not centered in the wheel wells. The front wheels are very noticeably too far back.
biggest giveaway- if you see a handbrake in the center it is a replica
Good tip!
Nice video, good rundown of some of the replica tell tale signs! I think a few others are the e-brake and if I recall something with the keyholes in the door handles?
Good to know thx
Ketan great replica of your Porsche 356 speedster, who needs the real one 😉🥰
So true!
Virginia See if you drive both you will feel the difference - mainly the engine and gear box - and know it.
I’m a proud owner of a real 1957 Speedster. I’ve owned it for the better part of 20 years and have dialed it in. It’s real, drives real and raw, and handles quite well. It’s not my Carrera GT but performance is exceptional when you take the time to do it right and maintain it. I never will understand the allure of kit cars. Some say they are more reliable but that’s actually not the case. The real ones are bulletproof and were built to be that way. More than 70 percent of all Porsche built are still on the road today. Even the best replicars are have uneven built quality, engineering, and reliability. FWIW, I regularly take my 57 Speedster well over 100 MPH. The tires may be skinny but the car was engineered that way and when properly maintained she sings at 120 and more. I wouldn’t attempt that with a replicar with unknown/uneven engineering and build. Just because it “looks” like a Porsche doesn’t mean it’s engineered like one; just because it’s “based” on a speedster doesn’t mean it is one.
@@andrewzalasin3697 think it comes down to cost mate, not everyone who loves the 356 can afford a real one like yourself. So these Vw based 356’s are the closest thing some people can get to them. Plus I think these have there own sort of following now. The 356 is one of my all time favourite cars I’d love a genuine one, but if I can’t afford one tbh, and I’d quite happily buy a rep if it was a factory built one.
@@dickie35 total respect for the love of the design. I’ve had buddies buy replicas and they tend to be (not always) a pig in a poke. Most are poorly engineered, constructed etc so the experience is super poor. As well, many (not all) try to pass them off as real when driving. Just my $0.02. I didn’t grow up money and always loved them. It literally “drove” my ambitions
This car was made by Vintage Speedsters in Hawaiian Gardens, California, which was one of the higher volume manufacturers of 356 Speedster replicas. The factory came under new ownership and moved to Arizona a few years ago.
Correct
I really want to do a trip like that, good on you for doing it!
Yeah you should do it! 2 weeks seems like a great amount of time for a road trip
Beautiful Porsche !!!!
It sure is, no wonder he got stopped everywhere he went with it. 😍
#1-The hand brake location. #2-Hem under the fenders, not a thick folded fiber glass . #3-Larger diameter drum brakes; 356C came with disc brakes, all around.
Really nice that mate. 😍
The short answer I tell everyone is they are all replicas 😂
😂
“Real or Replica PORSCHE 356 Speedster? How to spot the DIFFERENCE!”
Badges, really?
Being serious.
Two obvious tips not mentioned:
- Steel body not fiberglass.
- Umbrella handbrake under the dashboard not the VW lever between the seats.
Appreciate you sharing
Replicas or real ones?
check the papers... every german bought 356 can be seen in the files in stuttgard
I like the little mouse that walks by while the trunk lid i up ???
What?!!! Where 😳🤢
I’ll accept “Porch” because it’s a replica
3:57 pet peeve
Absolutely gorgeous,the cars are lovely too!
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