356 Speedster Development

We are very close to finalising production spec and prices of our 'new chassis' 356-Speedster. Details of our progress are to be found in the blogs below

Tradition with modern road manners

Why are we developing our own chassis?

Whilst the traditional Volkswagen Beetle chassis is very true to the original design of the 356, it was originally designed nearly 80 years ago and even those cars used as donors are at least 50 years old. Finding cars which are suitable to become donors is becoming increasingly difficult. By designing and building our own chassis we can improve the driving dynamics and strength of our car and stop depleting what is now becoming a scares Classic in its own right.

Why will the 356-Speedster have improved road manners?

Chassis, steering and brake design have come a long way in 80 years and whilst some improvements can be made to the original Volkswagen underpinnings, a ground up re-design has allowed us to use rack and pinion steering, all-round disc brakes and fully independent suspension, all features we have become used to in our modern cars. Our aim is to produce a totally analog sports car that is not only thrilling to drive, but stops and handles in a predictable modern manner.

When can I buy a 356-Speedster?

We are currently completing our last prototype and confirming the spec and bill of materials for production. We intend to have a price list available at the end of April and start building customer cars in September 2023.