The model 356 - made between 1948 and 1965 - was the first of a long line of great sports cars to carry the Porsche name.
The main purposes of the club are to promote and maintain interest in the 356 Porsche, to maintain a record of the location and condition of all 356 Porsches in Australia and New Zealand, to encourage the exchange of information about the 356 between members, particularly in relation to the restoration and maintenance of their cars, and to publish a regular informative magazine.
Special offers are made to members of 356 literature, books, manuals, parts catalogues and club badges at very attractive prices. Parts suppliers often give special discounts to members.
The club also maintains good relations with other 356 clubs around the world and with the Porsche factory, where it is officially recognised as a Classic Porsche car club.
The club encourages meetings of members in Australia through local secretaries in major cities. The main meeting is the 356 Porsche Parade, held in Melbourne each year in November.