1963 Porsche 356 B 1600 Coupe

Description

From the ashes of war, the Porsche 356 emerged, consistently refined during the 1950s as the company’s racing successes fed the development of the model. By 1960 the 356 B (T5) had emerged, redesigned from the previous 356 A. The key visual differences in the B series included the front bumper with enlarged overriders which was positioned ten centimeters higher, and the headlights which were also positioned much higher. The horn grilles next to the front turn indicators were flatter and featured two chrome-plated slats. The front lid handle was also wider at the bottom. The two lamps for the number plate lighting were integrated in the higher-positioned rear bumper, while the backup light was mounted below the bumper. For model year 1962 (T6), the 356 B received a front lid that had been significantly widened at the bottom and a tank cap in the front right wing. Two vertical ventilation grilles were integrated in the enlarged engine lid. Such continual refinement resulted in Car and Driver magazine calling the 356 B “… not so much a ‘car’ as a sealed ‘machine for traveling.’”  

Highlights 

• Matching numbers 1.6-liter air-cooled flat-four producing 74 horsepower @ 5000 rpm (serial number 610642) rebuilt with over $18,000 in receipts 

• Restored in its original and uncommon shade of Oslo Blue (6203) 

• Features tan upholstery with grey inserts 

• Fitted with a Nardi wood-rimmed steering wheel 

• Four date matched wheels 8/62 are fitted 

• Spare dated 12/59 

Features 

• Variable speed windshield wiper  

• Glare-proof rear view mirror  

• Ventilated rear window  

• Back-up light  

• Two-tone horn  

• Glove compartment with lock  

• Gearshift lock  

• Ash tray  

• Cigarette lighter combined with electrical outlet  

• Courtesy grip for passenger  

• Fasteners for luggage straps  

• Map pocket in each door  

• Heater and fresh air vents  

• 13.2 gallon fuel tank capacity  

• Wheelbase: 82.7 inches  

• Front Track: 51.4 inches  

• Rear Track: 50.1 inches  

• Length: 158 inches  

• Width: 65.8 inches  

• Height: 51.8 inches  

• Turning Circle: 33.5 feet  

• Dry weight (DIN) 2,060 pounds  

Known Imperfections 

• Air diverter plate on dash has imperfections and missing top lever 

• Clock inoperable   

• Rear interior side panels show imperfections as pictured   

• Tail pipes show discoloration as shown  

• Bottom of driver’s seat trim is unfinished 

Included 

• Toolkit 

• Porsche Certificate of Authenticity 

• Driver’s manual 

• Porsche 356 Registry book 

• Porsche Service location book 

• Porsche Classic Moto Meter tire pressure gauge 

Ownership History 

The consignor acquired this 1963 Porsche 356 B 1600 Coupe years ago, then sold it in 2014 to a friend. He then bought it back in 2020. 

Additional Notes 

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle.    

Contact: Rebecca Gabel Phone: 813.389.2162 email: rgabel@hagerty.com