Vehicle Description
1965 Porsche 356C T6 Cabriolet
Completed February 2, 1965
Engine number 732634 - Matching
Transmission number 82557 type 741 - Matching
Sold new by Schultz (Porsche Dealer) in Dusseldorf, Germany, this
Cabriolet was delivered with a Blaupunkt Radio, 2 loudspeakers, and
an antenna as the only options. A full nut and bolt restoration was
done from 2016 to 2018 by the past owner. It was then sold to one
of our clients in late 2019 in Las Vegas, Nevada. European
Collectibles has done a thorough and complete inspection, including
a full service on this beautiful 356.
According to the Kardex, this 356 was originally delivered in Ruby
Red with Black leatherette interior. The past owner elected to have
the color changed to a special-order Black (6413 color code), a
very desirable and stunning color combination with a Red leather
interior and tan carpets. Options include a Hella 128 fog lights
with amber lens, Durant side mirror, and chrome wheels with Pirelli
P4 185/65 15 tires. Mechanically, the 1600cc engine has 75
horsepower and is a joy to drive with a smooth-shifting manual
4-speed 741 transmission. Complete with tools, jack, owner manual,
boot cover, and matching number driveline per Kardex. Rare to find
a 356 Cabriolet in near perfect condition in such a stunning color
combo that is well sorted and ready to enjoy!
Specifications
75 horsepower, 1,582 cc OHV air-cooled horizontally opposed
four-cylinder engine
Dual Zenith 32 carburetors
Four-speed manual 741 transmission
Independent front suspension with laminated torsion bar
Parallel trailing arms
Independent rear swing axles with torsion bars
Tubular shock absorbers
Four-wheel hydraulic disc brakes
Wheelbase: 82.7 in.
History
The 356C represents the final and most developed version of the
model that made Porsche's reputation on roads and racetracks
throughout the 1950s. It was a far cry from the handful of basic
sports cars made in a small village in postwar Austria. Porsche had
grown exponentially and gained an enviable reputation all over the
world for building high quality, fun, and quick sports cars.
