Ferdinand started with the beetle chassis design- and worked from there.
The 356's were actually on a shorter wheelbase than the VW,
the front suspension was slightly different.
The engines were different. Gearboxes were different, although they used the same housing.
All very similar, but evolved for the intended sporting nature of the 356
My 356 coupe absolutely cains through corners

Its also very unfussed sitting on 120kph down the highway.
Stupidly practical for a 47yo car
TT Boxster. My dream also.
The reality of $$$'s hit though
A few people have mentioned the FF&R Boxster, have not seen the it yet.
Nice body kit !