Vehicle Description
1965 Porsche 356C Cabriolet
• VIN 162127
• Completed June 21, 1965
• 1 of only 587 Reutter Cabriolets Produced in 1965
• 38th from the last Cabriolet built
• Original Invoice when sold new
Purchased new at Porsche Cars of Manhattan in New Jersey, on July
20, 1965, by Mr. Kingsford. Originally purchased for $4,655.35,
with a Blaupunkt Radio for $136.95 and a Side View Mirror for
$13.40. Factory color combination Irish Green with Black
upholstery. Mr. Kingsford had this 356 for over 25 years. After 30
years of ownership, Mr. Kingsford sold the 356, Mr. Ferrerlli who
decided to begin an extensive restoration at German Classic Cars
(Dennis J Frick) in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, known for their
award-winning restorations.
From 1995-1996, the Cabriolet was completely stripped to the tub,
assessed for imperfections, and repainted in Irish Green (6406). A
very straight and rust-free example with great gaps and panel fit.
The matching driveline was completely disassembled, refinished, and
rebuilt. Today it is in amazing condition and is a pleasure to
drive. Due to the extreme care of the previous owners, this
restoration is in stunning condition! Complete with original
invoice, documentation, Blaupunkt AM/FM radio, Nardi Wood Steering
Wheel, side view mirror, owners manual & tools. A unique
opportunity to own one of the last 356 C Cabriolets ever built.
History
The last revision of the 356 was the 356 C introduced for the 1964
model year. It featured disc brakes all around, as well as an
option for the most powerful pushrod engine Porsche had ever
produced, the 95 hp (71 kW) "SC". Porsche continued to sell the 356
C in North America through 1965 as demand for the model remained
quite strong in the early days of the heavier and more "civilized"
911. The last ten 356s (Cabriolets) were assembled for the Dutch
police force in March 1966 as 1965 models.
