You are wrong @MikeM it actually sold for $74K + 5% buyer fee....demand for these is through the roof and not everyone has the patience to wait. Have to pay to play right now. For those on the East Coast who have a little patience I would be happy to have that exact car or one similar built for you at a greatly reduced price. Roy, Cloud 9 Classics, 770-359-8400.
The madness is real!!!!
I don't think new owners/potential owners should expect a replica 356 to be as fast as most modern cars. But you can have the expectation for your replica to be faster than an original 356. Maybe handle better too... or not, depending on how well set up it is.
Its a bonus if your replica 356 is as fast as a modern Camaro, and if it is you have a lot of time & money in the motor/trans package to get that performance. Most don't need or want a dyno sheet, or continual tuning. Turn key & take the wife to lunch is usually enough. Or a Sunday rev through the mountains. 
I regret talking performance here, as some just want to shove their own spectacular performance in your face. It is really just a touring car, and thats all my whatever horsepower it is Subaru motor provides. Treat it as a touring car, work out any bugs, and enjoy your time with your 356 VW Bug!