Vehicle Description
1965 Porsche 356C Coupe
• VIN 221707
• Completed on January 25, 1965
• Delivered June 26, 1965
Initially imported by Competition Motors in Culver City,
California, it was delivered to the first owner, Roy Laster, in
Long Beach, California. It is finished in its factory color
combination of Signal Red over Black leatherette interior. Factory
options include Side Mounding Trim Strips, two Headrests, an
Exterior Mirror, Chrome Wheels, a Deluxe Chrome Horn Ring, a Pair
of Seatbelts, a Chrome Luggage Rack, and Conti Tires.
Per the Porsche Kardex, ownership history can be traced back to
1965. Roy Laster reportedly sold the 356 to Mark Holderman in
October of 1991. By 1998, the 356 was sold to Dave Aase of Aase
Bros. in Galena, Ohio, and then sold to Ron Thomas in 2012. Under
Mr. Thomas' ownership, the 356 was serviced by Autobahn Extremist
LLC in Rocky River, Ohio, where over $25,000 was spent performing
the following: 1720cc big bore engine rebuild, the braking system
was rebuilt along with the suspension, and fuel system. It was then
sold to an owner in Arizona before coming to California in 2020 to
the current owner. On July 15, 2023, this 356C Coupe was prepared
for the 36th Annual 356 Club of Southern California Concours
d'Elegance, where it scored 215.5 out of 225 points in the C Closed
Street division class.
The paintwork is in exceptional condition, showcasing beautiful
chrome, rubber seals, and bright work. To protect the paintwork, a
protective 3M clear bra has been applied to the front nose,
fenders, and bonnet. The interior features a Nardi wooden steering
wheel, Coco mats, VDO instrumentation, a working clock, and a
Porsche radio delete plate. The chrome wheels are 4.5" x 15" in the
front and 5.5" x 15" in the rear and are mounted to Michelin XZX
165 SR15 tires. The undercarriage is solid and rust-free.
Mechanically powered by a "big-bore" 1720cc flat-four engine (Type
616-15) with a 4-speed manual transmission (Type 741) and a
four-wheel disc braking system. The current owner has installed a
new Optima battery, a correct Bosch 022 distributor, an electric
fuel pump, a Joe Leoni headlight, and starter relays were also
added for brighter headlights, and the tail lights, turn signals,
and brake lights were upgraded with LEDs. Complete with the Porsche
Kardex, recent service records, tool kit, battery tender, jack, and
spare wheel. This is an excellent opportunity to acquire a
sought-after 356C with disc brakes and a powerful engine that is
finished in its original color combination.
