History
The Porsche 356 was the company's first production automobile. It was a lightweight and nimble handling rear-engine rear-wheel-drive 2 door sports car available in hardtop and convertible configurations. Design innovations continued during the years of manufacture contributing to its motorsports success and popularity. The 356 was created by Ferdinand "Ferry" Porsche (son of Dr. Ing. Ferdinand Porsche, founder of the company). Like its ancestor, the Volkswagen Beetle (which Ferdinand Porsche senior had designed), the 356 was a four-cylinder, air-cooled, rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive car utilizing unitized pan and body construction. While the 356's body was an original design by Porsche employee Erwin Komenda, its mechanicals (including engine, suspension and chassis) were derived from the Volkswagen. The first 356, was road certified in Austria on June 8, 1948, and Porsche quickly re-engineered and refined the car with a focus on performance. By the late 50's many fewer parts were shared in common between Volkswagen and Porsche.
Details
Car Condition: High End Driver Level
This 1964 Porsche 356C is a high end driver that has undergone a rotisserie restoration that has definitely brought its original beauty back! With one owner since new and only 64,270 miles, this car has been cared for and well maintained. Complete with its original, factory wood steering wheel, Lietz luggage ski carrier with straps, Porsche Certificate of Authenticity, Blauplunk AM/FM radio, rare locking transmission and original Porsche key. This 356C is in great condition and would make any collector proud to drive.
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