The first Porsche sports car was sold in America in 1950 by importer Max Hoffman, who after a couple years of success selling the 356 …
The first Porsche sports car was sold in America in 1950 by importer Max Hoffman, who after a couple years of success selling the 356 approached Porsche about developing a more affordable car specifically for the US market. The resulting creation was the 1953 356 America Roadster, a stripped-out convertible with a more powerful engine. Only 16 were made, but it influenced development of the 356 Speedster and inspired subsequent US-only special editions throughout the decades. Now, to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the 356 America, Porsche is introducing a new special edition based on the 992-generation 911 called the Carrera GTS Cabriolet America. Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur developed the America’s unique look, deciding on Azure Blue paint for the exterior, a shade inspired by the 1953 car.
