1964 Porsche 356 C 1600

Serial number: 130870 Engine number: 732438 French CG Historically, the Porsche 356 was the first sports car manufactured and marketed by Porsche. Conceived by Ferry Porsche on the mechanical basis of the Volkswagen and designed by Erwin Komenda, it was produced in series from 1948 to 1965. Technically, it is a monocoque with four independent wheels and a four-cylinder engine in the rear cantilever. Production of the 356 lasted more than 17 years and 78,000 cars were built. Originally the 356 was available as a coupé and a cabriolet, but at Hoffmann's request a speedster version was created. Most of the versions took part in competitions, and its record of achievements is impressive. The 356 is well built, reliable, light and agile. It was the first car to showcase the "Porsche quality". The 356C, which came out in 1964, was the last 356 series. It has since become a mythical car! The car presented here was bought new in Offenburg (D) by an Alsatian who has always kept the vehicle. It changed hands in 2009 to the current owner. The car has been painted at the time, but has apparently never been damaged. A few points of corrosion need to be repaired. The engine works and the original upholstery is clean. This is a matching number vehicle, complete with service booklet, that you can buy. A real second hand car waiting for a real enthusiast to allow the adventure of a complete restoration, which it deserves.