The Porsche 356 SL marks the beginning of Porsche’s history in factory-supported motorsport. In 1951, the sports car secured the brand’s first class victory at Le Mans, laying the foundation for an extraordinary racing heritage. Yet even after 75 years, not every chapter of this early era has been fully written.The Porsche 356 SL marks the beginning of Porsche’s history in factory-supported motorsport. In 1951, the sports car secured the brand’s first class victory at Le Mans, laying the foundation for an extraordinary racing heritage. Yet even after 75 years, not every chapter of this early era has been fully written.