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PORSCHE 356 B T6 1600 S – SEPTEMBER 1961 – 75 BHP – FINAL EVOLUTIONS OF THE 356 B
We are delighted to offer for sale this magnificent Porsche 356 B T6 1600 S, registered in September 1961.
A true icon in Porsche's history, the 356 represents the origins of the marque in the world of sports cars. Appearing in the late 1940s, it laid the foundations of Porsche's DNA: lightness, efficiency, mechanical simplicity and driving pleasure.
This T6 version example belongs to a particularly interesting period in 356 B production. The T6 evolutions bring numerous details specific to this generation, whilst retaining that elegant and timeless silhouette that defines the value of early Porsche models today.
In its 1600 S configuration developing 75 bhp, this 356 offers a remarkable balance between performance, refinement and authenticity. Its air-cooled flat-four engine, paired with its manual gearbox, delivers a quintessentially Porsche driving experience – light, direct and particularly engaging.
SPECIFICATIONS
Make: Porsche
Model: 356 B T6 1600 S
Year: 1961
First registration: September 1961
Generation: 356 B T6
Engine: Flat-four cylinder
Displacement: 1, 582 cc
Power: 75 bhp
Gearbox: Manual
Fuel: Petrol
Cooling: Air
Architecture: Rear-mounted engine
A 356 B T6 1600 S
The 356 B T6 represents one of the most refined evolutions of the 356 B generation. It retains the original 356 lines whilst benefiting from various aesthetic and technical evolutions characteristic of this period.
Its gently curved bodywork, sculpted wings, round headlights and perfectly proportioned roofline embody Porsche elegance of the 1960s.
Inside, the atmosphere immediately evokes this era with understated and functional presentation, traditional instrumentation and that particular ambience unique to classic Porsches.
The 1600 S version adds an extra dimension to the experience. With its 75 bhp, the flat-four engine offers sufficient character to fully enjoy the 356's contained weight, whilst preserving the smoothness and mechanical simplicity that define the charm of these motorcars.
EQUIPMENT & FEATURES
Performance & Mechanics
Flat-four 1. 6-litre engine
1600 S version – 75 bhp
Air cooling
Lightweight and balanced architecture
Characteristic Porsche Flat-4 soundtrack
Authentic and communicative driving experience
Interior
Typical 356 Porsche presentation
Traditional instrumentation
1960s ambience
Compact and welcoming cabin
Ensemble in the spirit of the 356 B generation
Exterior
T6 generation bodywork
Sculpted wings
Round headlights
Characteristic roofline
Elegant and timeless proportions
THE ORIGINAL PORSCHE SPIRIT
This Porsche 356 B T6 1600 S offers a direct immersion into the world of the marque's earliest sports cars. Long before the arrival of the 911, the 356 built Porsche's reputation by combining lightweight, high-performance mechanics with an elegant and immediately recognisable body. The 75 bhp 1600 S version represents a particularly interesting configuration for classic Porsche enthusiasts, offering an excellent compromise between mechanical character, ease of use and authenticity. More than just a collectible motorcar, this 356 represents a genuine piece of Porsche history. A car destined for enthusiasts seeking a classic Porsche with timeless appeal.
