Red antenna tip Hirschmann. Porsche 356 / 356A / 356B / 356C  ❭  1600950100

Retractable Antenna Insert - Manual 

Restore original radio reception and exterior appearance with this OE Match Manual Retractable Antenna Insert for Porsche 924, 944, 928 and 911 models. This replacement antenna mast is designed for manually operated retractable aerial systems, allowing the antenna to be extended when required and pushed down neatly when not in use.

Fits:

• Porsche 911 1974-1977 2.7L / 1976-77 3.0 Carrera
• Porsche 911 1978-1983 3.0L / SC
• Porsche 911 1984-1986 3.2L
• Porsche 911 1987-1989 3.2L G50
• Porsche 911 1975-1977 3.0L Turbo (930)
• Porsche 911 1978-1989 3.3L Turbo (930)
• Porsche 924 2.0L 1976-79
• Porsche 924 2.0L 1980-85
• Porsche 924 Turbo 2.0L 1979-81
• Porsche 924 Turbo 2.0L 1982-84
• Porsche 924 Carrera GT 2.0L 1981
• Porsche 924 Carrera GTS 2.0L 1982
• Porsche 944 2.5L 8V 1982-87
• Porsche 944 Turbo 2.5L 8V 1985-88
• Porsche 928 4.5L 1978-82
• Porsche 928S 4.7L 1981-83
• Porsche 928S2 4.7L 1984-86

The antenna insert forms the visible telescopic mast section of the aerial assembly. It provides the reception point for AM/FM radio signals while maintaining the classic period-correct look of the vehicle. Over time, original antenna masts can become bent, corroded, seized or damaged, reducing reception quality and affecting the appearance of the car.

What Does the Manual Antenna Insert Do?

The manual retractable antenna insert allows the radio aerial to extend and retract by hand.

It helps provide:

• Reliable radio signal reception
• Manual extension and retraction
• Original exterior appearance
• Correct aerial height when in use
• Compact storage when retracted
• Factory-style fitment for classic Porsche models

Why Do Manual Antenna Inserts Fail?

Manual antenna inserts are exposed to weather, dirt and repeated movement.

Common causes of failure include:

• Bent or damaged mast sections
• Corrosion
• Dirt build-up between telescopic sections
• Seized mast operation
• Impact damage
• Age-related wear
• Poor lubrication
• Water ingress

When Should It Be Replaced?

Replacement is recommended when:

• The antenna is bent or broken
• The mast no longer extends smoothly
• The antenna will not fully retract
• Radio reception is poor
• Corrosion is visible
• The mast is loose or worn
• Restoring the vehicle to factory appearance
• Replacing missing or damaged exterior trim

Why Replacement Matters

A damaged antenna can affect both reception quality and vehicle appearance.

Benefits of replacement include:

• Improved radio reception
• Smooth manual operation
• Restored original appearance
• Better exterior presentation
• Cost-effective repair
• Ideal for restoration projects
• Helps retain factory-style detail       

Replacement internal antenna rod for automatic antenna's



Fits:
Porsche 911 1984-86 for auto antenna 91164503305
Porsche 924 1976-85 for auto antenna 94464591100
Porsche 924S 1986-88 for auto antenna 94464591100
Porsche 944 1982-85 for auto antenna 94464591100
Porsche 928 1982-85 for auto antenna 92864503503

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Universal manual antenna assembly with chrome mast.



Fits:
Porsche 911 1965-83
Porsche 912 1965-69
Porsche 912 1976
Porsche 914 1970-76
Porsche 924 1977-82
Porsche 944 1983-84
Porsche 944 1885 Notes: Production Date Range: thru 1/85

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94464510100

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