The Porsche 356 is largely regarded as being the first Porsche automobile, although some argue that the Porsche 64 holds that record. The 356 was created by Ferdinand Ferry Porsche (Ferry being a nickname), with a body designed by Erwin Komenda, and was derived from the Volkswagen Beetle, which Ferdiand Porsche Sr. had previously designed. It was available as both a coupé and a roadster and went through several evolutions before being retired. 356 "SC" or "Super Carrera", "Super 90" and "Speedster" models are among the most desireable versions.
The 356 was introduced in 1948 and was replaced by the 911 in 1963, although they continued to sell 356s in North America through the end of 1965. Leftover 356 engines were used to power Porsche's "entry level" 912 model between 1965 and 1969, and a revised version - with mechanical fuel injection added on - powered the 1976 912E.
In 2004, Sports Car International named the 356C number ten on the list of Top Sports Cars of the 1960s.
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