LOT 56
1965 Porsche 356C Cabriolet Coachwork by Reutter Chassis no. 161388
Sold for US$142,240 inc. premium
Lot 56
1965 Porsche 356C Cabriolet
1965 Porsche 356C Cabriolet
Coachwork by Reutter
Chassis no. 161388
Coachwork by Reutter
Chassis no. 161388
1,582cc OHV Flat 4-Cylinder Engine
Twin Zenith Carburetors
75bhp at 5,200rpm
4-Speed Manual Transaxle
4-Wheel Independent Suspension
4-Wheel Disc Brakes
*Matching numbers
*Delivered new to Brumos in Jacksonville, Florida
*First 356 model with disc brakes
*Porsche Certificate of Authenticity
THE PORSCHE 356C
Cabriolets had been manufactured right from the start of 356 production, but the first open Porsche to make a significant impact was the Speedster, introduced in 1954 following the successful reception in the USA of a batch of 15 special roadsters. The Reutter-bodied Speedster was dropped in 1958 and replaced by the more civilized Convertible D, which differed principally by virtue of its larger windscreen and winding side windows. Porsche sub-contracted cabriolet body construction to a number of different coachbuilders, Reutter undertaking the bulk of production with significant contributions from Karmann of Osnabruck, Drauz of Heilbronn and d'leteren of Brussels.
By the time the 356B arrived in September 1959, Porsche's first sports car had gained a one-piece rounded windscreen and 15"-diameter wheels, the newcomer's introduction bringing with it further styling revisions and an engine now standardized at 1,600cc. Outwardly very similar to the final 356Bs, the ultimate 356C model arrived in 1963 sporting four wheel disc brakes - first seen on the 2-liter Carrera 2 - among numerous detail improvements, notably a new ZF steering gear and a compensating spring at the rear to calm the swing axle rear suspension. Engines available - both of 1.6 liters - were the 75bhp 'C' and 95bhp 'SC', the latter replacing the Super 90.
When the final "C" version of this iconic sports car was introduced for 1964, cabriolet sales had begun to decline. Only 2575 were produced that model year and a mere 587 more for 1965, making these last-of-the-line convertibles even more collectible today. Cabriolets were luxurious and comfortable touring cars, capable of cruising at 90 mph for hours on end. The 1964 "C" also brought the introduction of four-wheel disc brakes, which added to the C's driving prowess. The "Normal" C engine produced a reasonable 75 horsepower, while the highly-tuned "Super" C developed 95 horses.
THE CAR OFFERED
This sporting 356 Cabriolet is accompanied with a Porsche Certificate of Authenticity confirming that when new it was delivered in Light Ivory, paint code 6404 with a black leather interior, this is endorsed by its paint code plate which also quotes this same number. As new the car carried engine number 732831 – a 616/15 unit and transmission number 38741 – a 741/OC unit.
Its transition from the Swinging Sixties to today is uncharted, however, to judge from its tidy presentation today, it is immediately obvious that at some point in the last 2 decades the car has received a high-quality refurbishment, with new paint in the ever-appealing hue of Signal Red and likely at the same its interior has been retrimmed in black leather and black/grey carpeting.
The seller reports that it has recently been serviced and is reported to be performing well. One of the most appealing ways to experience this legendary brand and to know that one has both the option of open-air motoring, and a fully enclosed top should a Florida rain shower happen to appear out of the blue.
Twin Zenith Carburetors
75bhp at 5,200rpm
4-Speed Manual Transaxle
4-Wheel Independent Suspension
4-Wheel Disc Brakes
*Matching numbers
*Delivered new to Brumos in Jacksonville, Florida
*First 356 model with disc brakes
*Porsche Certificate of Authenticity
THE PORSCHE 356C
Cabriolets had been manufactured right from the start of 356 production, but the first open Porsche to make a significant impact was the Speedster, introduced in 1954 following the successful reception in the USA of a batch of 15 special roadsters. The Reutter-bodied Speedster was dropped in 1958 and replaced by the more civilized Convertible D, which differed principally by virtue of its larger windscreen and winding side windows. Porsche sub-contracted cabriolet body construction to a number of different coachbuilders, Reutter undertaking the bulk of production with significant contributions from Karmann of Osnabruck, Drauz of Heilbronn and d'leteren of Brussels.
By the time the 356B arrived in September 1959, Porsche's first sports car had gained a one-piece rounded windscreen and 15"-diameter wheels, the newcomer's introduction bringing with it further styling revisions and an engine now standardized at 1,600cc. Outwardly very similar to the final 356Bs, the ultimate 356C model arrived in 1963 sporting four wheel disc brakes - first seen on the 2-liter Carrera 2 - among numerous detail improvements, notably a new ZF steering gear and a compensating spring at the rear to calm the swing axle rear suspension. Engines available - both of 1.6 liters - were the 75bhp 'C' and 95bhp 'SC', the latter replacing the Super 90.
When the final "C" version of this iconic sports car was introduced for 1964, cabriolet sales had begun to decline. Only 2575 were produced that model year and a mere 587 more for 1965, making these last-of-the-line convertibles even more collectible today. Cabriolets were luxurious and comfortable touring cars, capable of cruising at 90 mph for hours on end. The 1964 "C" also brought the introduction of four-wheel disc brakes, which added to the C's driving prowess. The "Normal" C engine produced a reasonable 75 horsepower, while the highly-tuned "Super" C developed 95 horses.
THE CAR OFFERED
This sporting 356 Cabriolet is accompanied with a Porsche Certificate of Authenticity confirming that when new it was delivered in Light Ivory, paint code 6404 with a black leather interior, this is endorsed by its paint code plate which also quotes this same number. As new the car carried engine number 732831 – a 616/15 unit and transmission number 38741 – a 741/OC unit.
Its transition from the Swinging Sixties to today is uncharted, however, to judge from its tidy presentation today, it is immediately obvious that at some point in the last 2 decades the car has received a high-quality refurbishment, with new paint in the ever-appealing hue of Signal Red and likely at the same its interior has been retrimmed in black leather and black/grey carpeting.
The seller reports that it has recently been serviced and is reported to be performing well. One of the most appealing ways to experience this legendary brand and to know that one has both the option of open-air motoring, and a fully enclosed top should a Florida rain shower happen to appear out of the blue.
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