Delivered new in 1963 through Edgar Kittner Sportwagenzentrum via
Porsche's Tourist Delivery program and later imported through Max
Hoffman's New York dealership, this 356 B 1600 Coupe, finished in
the highly desirable color combination of Slate Grey over a red
upholstered interior with corduroy seat inserts, was originally
optioned with ventilated chrome wheels, red Coco floor mats, and a
Leitz chrome luggage rack, according to its Kardex.
In the early 2010s, the lovely car had found its way to the market
as a restoration project, having passed through the decades in a
lighter repaint and black interior, yet retaining its original
matching-numbers 1.6-liter flat-four engine and four-speed manual
transmission, according to its Porsche-issued Kardex warranty
card-an integrity that made it an exceptionally compelling
candidate.
As such, the car was acquired and restored to its factory
specification, the accompanying Kardex serving as faithful guides
throughout. The restoration is said to have encompassed a full
engine and transmission disassembly and rebuild with new seals and
gaskets; a down-to-metal body restoration returning the car to its
correct Slate Grey livery; an interior restoration to the original
red leatherette with corduroy seat inserts; and refurbished chrome
throughout. A handsome wood-rimmed steering wheel was added to
complete the cockpit. The luggage rack was not reinstated, though
between the wider front trunk opening and the folding rear seats,
two-up touring is more than adequately catered for. Should one ever
wish to travel on trips with additional passengers, the rack would
be a natural addition to complete the car.
Beautifully presented in its restored presentation and
matching-numbers, this 356 B 1600 is a beautifully authentic
example of Porsche's first grand tourer, a model succeeded by the
911, unveiled that very same year, in 1963.
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