Rare 1957 Porsche that was found rusting in a barn, doesn’t have a working engine and has not run in 45 YEARS is set to go under the hammer for £500,000 The Porsche 356A 150 GS Carrera Coupe has not been driven for 45 years after failing a safety inspection The 60-year-old Porsche has been parked in a barn in the United States where it has been left to rust Despite its poor condition, the rare 1957 sports car is expected to sell for more than £500,000 at auction The car's 1,500cc engine has been removed and completely stripped ahead of being reconditioned
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The Porsche 356A 1500 GS Carrera Coupe was discovered in a barn in the United States where it has languished for 45 years
The 1,500 cc aircooled engine, was cooled by a large fan, right, has been stripped from the vehicle
The car still has its original four-cylinder engine which is ready to be reconditioned having been cleaned
nside the cabin, there are also signs of rust on the metal dashboard as well as cracks on the bakelite steering wheel
When it rolled off the production line, the car, pictured, was capable of travelling at 125mph
The original leather seats are still in the vehicle, although they will need work to return the car to concours standard
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