Vehicle Description
Finished in Black over a Red interior, this 1961 Porsche 356B the
subject of a 20 year old restoration, that currently presents as a
very solid, sharp, usable 356. The car is accompanied by a
Certificate of Authenticity which confirms that the car is still
equipped with its original engine, original transmission, and was
originally painted in Aetna blue from the factory.
The interior is in good condition, with the leather and carpeting
showing some age but having been properly cared for post
restoration. The headliner is in excellent condition and fits
properly, and the interior plastics have not begun to crack as seen
on many of these cars. The car comes fitted with a set of seat
belts which are newer replacements. The leather on the seats in
soft and supple, as are the door panels. Under the dash, the 356 is
neat and tidy without any unsightly modifications to the wiring
harness, which itself is in fine condition. The proper Super 90
gauges are fitted and in proper working order. The clock does not
currently work, and although the radio turns on, it does not
produce any sound.
The car was last owned in Oregon, briefly in Louisiana and prior to
that in California. Both the body and undercarriage are solid and
with just a few small bubbles on the passenger side door resulting
from minor corrosion under the paint that were recently repaired.
Upon close inspection, the car was stripped down during the repaint
and signs of the original color cannot be found. The front end has
a few touched up stone chips, and the roof has a small burn mark
from a buffer. The rubber on the car was replaced during the
restoration, and the glass, although original, is in very good
condition. The chrome and stainless are not in #1 show condition,
but present very well and are in great condition for the age of the
restoration, and overall age of the car.
Recent service Valve adjustment New wheel cylinders New master
cylinder Relined fuel tank Rebuilt carbs Tune Up(points, condenser,
plugs) All new fluids
Inoperable items Clock Radio
Classic Car Studio has driven the car just under 100 miles and she
has proven to be a great running/driving example. We've cruised
reliably as speeds between 70 and 80 MPH on the highway and at
slower speeds around town without fault.
This car would be a wonderful candidate for Porsche enthusiast that
wants to get out and drive. Long car tours would be enjoyable in
this 356.
Expect a car that looks excellent from 10 feet but shows minor
imperfections up close due to the age of the restoration. The 356
is a well cared for, sympathetically restored car that can be
driven as these cars were originally designed. We've done our best
to accurately describe the Porsche, but please contact us with any
questions regarding the vehicle.