Description
PORSCHE 356C Coupe
The Porsche 356 was Porsche's first production automobile.
The 356 is a lightweight and nimble-handling, rear-engine, rear-wheel drive, two-door available both in hardtop coupé and open configurations. Engineering innovations continued during the years of manufacture, contributing to its motorsports success and popularity. Production started in 1948 at Gmünd, Austria, where Porsche built approximately 50 cars. In 1950 the factory relocated to Zuffenhausen, Germany, and general production of the 356 continued until April 1966.
In model year 1964, the 356 C replaced the 356 B. The range of engines was reduced to three and the existing 60 hp variant was discontinued. Instead, the 75 hp engine of the B 1600 Super represented the entry-level engine. Visually, there was very little difference between the C series and the B series. One striking change was the modified rims with flatter hub caps without Porsche Crest. The new hub cap design was the result of the fact that all 356 models were now equipped with disc brakes as standard. In total 13. 519 units Porsche 356 C were build between 1963 and 1966 and he last one was delivered in May 1966.
‘Collection by Vermant’ offers you this iconic car in absolute TOP condition. The body of this Porsche 356 was one of the last bodies that the Karmann factory in Osnabrück made for Porsche. First registration in the USA on 30/ 06/ 1965, the car was later shipped to Europe where it received during 2015-2016 a complete restoration, body, interior and mechanics. This restoration was done by Dutch Classic Porsche specialist Bob Hahn in Harderwijk. The body was originally email bleu, but was repainted in the more personality red. The interior received new black leather seats and grey carpets. It has the Boxer engine, 1600 cc - 75 hp, where the original Zenith carburetors were replaced by much trustworthy Solex carburetors and is equipped with disc brakes and electronic ignition. In 2022 a complete technical maintenance program was done. This Porsche 356 C has the matching numbers engine and gearbox. It comes with Belgian registration documents, actual taxation report and extensive documentation with photos and invoices of the restoration.
This 1965 Porsche 356C Coupe, for sale at ‘Collection by Vermant’, is a beautiful and iconic sportscar with matching numbers. Red with black interior. An honest, correct and solid car overall that starts right up and drives well. A highly collectible and desirable 356C Coupe and an exciting opportunity for any Porsche enthusiast.
