Just arrived!! Call Harry Clark at +1.602.245.7200 or email us at
[email protected]. � This is arguably one of the nicest
1964 Porsche 356C Cabriolet's in existence. It's fully sorted,
numbers matching engine, fantastic provenance and great color
combination. This is the one to buy! � It has been painstakingly
restored to better than new condition and has traveled the
necessary 500 miles since to ensure a fully sorted and incredibly
gorgeous motorcar. This Cabriolet is ready for the most competitive
concours competition or touring. It is so stunning that Wayne
Carini of Chasing Classic Cars walked up to this Cabriolet when it
was shown at The Quail in 2014 and said, "Man, that's a great
color!" We agree! � SUMMARY OF THIS 356c -Retains Matching-Numbers
Engine per Porsche Certificate of Authenticity -Accompanied by
Books, Tools, Documentation, and COA -Magnificent attention to
detail -1,582 CC Flat 4-Cylinder Engine -Twin Zenith Carburetors
-75 BHP at 5,200 RPM -4-Speed Manual Transaxle -4-Wheel Disc Brakes
-Fully Independent Suspension with Torsion Bars -Wheelbase: 82.7"
-Engine Number 730861 (Matching) � BACKGROUND OF THE 356 The
brilliant 356 series, in all its forms, remains the cornerstone of
Porsches heritage and continues to be highly prized by collectors
and motoring enthusiasts. As the first car to bear the Porsche
name, the landmark 356 was relentlessly developed, improved and
perfected into an intense competitor, both on the racetrack and on
the showroom floor. Light, quick and tremendously enjoyable to
drive, the 356 gained a loyal following and an identity all its
own, with an avant-garde flair enjoyed by few other automobiles. �
Evolution and sales success came quite quickly. Max Hoffman,
Porsches U.S. importer extraordinaire, exposed the entire American
market to the virtues of Porsche performance and engineering,
establishing a devoted following for the 356 and all its
permutations. At first glance, Porsches 356C, which debuted in
mid-1963, differed little from the prior 356B and continued to use
the T-6 body type introduced in 1962. The new 356C, however, was a
major evolutionary step forward with its standard Porsche designed
four-wheel disc brakes, higher-lift camshaft for the 1600 C engine,
new flat-face hubcaps and deeper bucket seats courtesy of Porsches
acquisition of Reutter, which owned a subsidiary that later became
world-famous as Recaro (short for Reutter Carosserie). � HISTORY OF
THIS 356 This special, late-production 356C Cabriolet is a
rust-free California car that retains all the original body and
floor panels and represents the fulfillment of its current owners
search for the right car. According to its Certificate of
Authenticity from Porsche, this Cabriolet was produced on January
14, 1964 and finished in Sky Blue (Paint Code 6403) with red
leather upholstery (Code A). It was ordered new with ventilated
chrome wheels and Dunlap tires. � This Cabriolet received a
no-expense spared nut-and-bolt restoration to as-new condition by
Dink Farmer, the noted Porsche restorer. According to Dink, it has
had two prior owners and had been in Northern California (Lakeport)
its entire life. It is presently owned by a significant collector
of only the best Porsches. Used only sparingly for shows in its
current ownership, this 356C also is offered complete with a
remarkable selection of items including an original owner's book,
records, the as-new tool kit and jack, a top boot with its case.
Handsomely presented, this late-production 356C/1600 C Cabriolet
will be sure to deliver the outstanding driving experience for
which this model is renowned. � For more details contact Harry
Clark at +1.602.245.7200 or email us at
[email protected].