Porsche 356
1948–1965
Lowest price
£38,300
Since 2020
Median price
£70,500
Since 2020 · n=22
Highest price
£272,000
Since 2020
Sold cars
22
All time
Sell-through
100%
Of 22 lots

Based on 22 verified auction results
£79,125
Market value · recent verified sales
+37.3%
12-month change
Hold or Wait
Appreciating but pace slowing. Patient buyers may find better entry.
Median sold price up 37.3% over the last 12 months. Hold if owned; chasing the trend at peak carries risk.
MSRP
—
Collectibility
5/10
Collectible
3-Year Forecast
£162,810
+106%
5-Year Forecast
£208,193
+163%
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Market scores
55
Desirability
Moderate
55
Liquidity
Excellent
85
Resale Outlook
Option premiums
What every option is worth.
Built ≤ 1961
+£36,103+51%72 with · 69 without · high confidence
Sunroof / glass roof
+£12,818+18%4 with · 141 without · low confidence
Bucket seats
−£8,003-11%5 with · 140 without · med confidence
Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. Sales are pooled across markets on a relative-price basis, so exchange rates and market levels can't skew the split. Options interact in ways a one-at-a-time split can’t capture — treat each premium as directional rather than gospel.
Marque analyst note
The UK 356 market has shown substantial momentum, with the median price climbing to £79,125 over the past twelve months—a year-on-year surge of 37.3 percent. This appreciation reflects steady underlying demand, though the HOLD signal suggests the current pace may not justify immediate entry at these levels. Recent sales activity within the tracked sample of ten transactions confirms the upward trajectory is genuine and not driven by outliers.
Liquidity remains moderate across the market, with 22 total sales tracked over the available period. The absence of active listings signals a seller's market, though the moderate liquidity environment means buyers should expect limited choice and may need patience to locate the specific model or variant desired. For sellers, this typically translates to shorter holding periods and reduced negotiation pressure.
At 76,313 units produced, the 356 occupies the broad segment between ultra-rare and mass-produced, which anchors its collectibility at a solid mid-tier level. The classification as an appreciating classic reflects its established status in the market, with consistent demand from enthusiasts and collectors. Condition and specific variant—particularly early A-series models and competition history—remain the primary drivers of individual pricing within the broader range.
The base case projection shows material appreciation potential, with the median forecast to reach £162,810 within three years (a 105.8 percent gain) and £208,193 within five years (163.1 percent total). These projections assume continued institutional collector interest and stable economic conditions supporting the classic car segment. The strength of these forward estimates underscores the appreciating trajectory but also highlights why current entry timing matters for medium-term performance.
Depreciation Benchmark
- Current avg value£79,125
- Annual appr. rate+37.3%/yr
- Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
Vehicle History Signals
- Auction lots tracked184
- Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
- No damage declared184 (100.0%)
Est. Annual Ownership Costs
- Insurance (agreed value)£650
- Maintenance£1,500
- Storage£2,400
- Depreciation— (appreciating)
- Total annual cost£4,550
For sale now · 6 live
All live deals
1.6L-Powered 1957 Porsche 356A 1500 Carrera GT Coupe
US$205,000+123% vs market
US

33-Years-Owned 1961 Porsche 356B Notchback Project
US$27,000-71% vs market
US

1959 Porsche 356A Carrera 1600 GS Coupe
US$177,000+92% vs market
US

1959 Porsche 356A Cabriolet
US$100,000+9% vs market
US

1959 Porsche 356A Convertible D
US$112,900+23% vs market
US

1960 Porsche 356B Super 90 Coupe
US$59,000-36% vs market
US
Market Liquidity
- Active Listings0
- Sales Last 12 Months10
- Sell-Through45%
Market Snapshot
- Active Listings0
- Avg Sale Price£101,008
- Avg Mileage at Sale—
- Recent Price Range£38,300 – £272,000
- Total Sales Tracked22
Recent sales
Showing latest 20£66,500
Collecting Cars · 15 Jul 2026
£38,300
Collecting Cars · 2 Jun 2026
£72,000
Collecting Cars · 11 May 2026
£55,000
Collecting Cars · 6 May 2026
€230,000
bonhams · 24 Apr 2026
£86,250
bonhams · 19 Apr 2026
£52,000
Collecting Cars · 13 Apr 2026
€201,250
bonhams · 30 Jan 2026
€132,250
bonhams · 30 Jan 2026
€112,125
bonhams · 12 Oct 2025
Common questions
What is a Porsche 356 worth in 2026?
The current United Kingdom market median is £79,125, based on 10 verified auction sales. Recent sales ranged from £38,300 to £272,000.
Is the Porsche 356 going up in value?
Over the last 12 months its United Kingdom median moved +37.3%. Past movement is not a guarantee of future value.
How many Porsche 356s are for sale right now?
We track 6 live auction listings for this model right now — each priced against the market median on this page.
Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.