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Porsche 550

Wilhelm Hild · 1953

The Porsche 550 is a mid-engine racing sports car built by Porsche from 1953 to 1956. Only 90 were made. It used an air-cooled 1.5 L flat-four engine with double overhead camshafts. It won consistently in its class across major races. Each unit was customised for racing.