1962 Porsche 356B Super Coupe Ivory

1962 Porsche 356B Super Coupe

Numbers matching 1962 Porsche 356B T6 Super Coupe with excellent gaps. Wearing only one repaint in original Ivory. Paint meter measures 300 to 350 microns over most of paint. Original black leatherette interior. Original engine is currently disassembled. Original 741 gearbox. Original Reutter body panels with no clips. Excellent opening panel gaps. Rust in longitudinals, floors and a few small spots on upper body. Very solid original battery box. A very original 356B Super that is definitely worthy of restoration. Note that the US Porsche 356 Registry database has a record noting that this car was a driver in July of 1998.

The following is a detailed description of the car, along with over 140 photos and 1 video. iPad and iPhone viewers can access photos by clicking HERE. Please email or call us at 415-205-0716, if you have any questions.

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BODY, TRIM and PAINT

Overall the upper body remains in  fair and very original condition. All upper body panels are  very straight with excellent gaps around the hood, doors and rear decklid. Both doors are original and shut with that solid factory feel. During our inspection, we could find no evidence of the typical front or rear clips. The hood is original with perfect factory alignment holes and has never been kinked. Rear deck lid is also original and is stamped 666.  Chassis number (117666) is stamped on the metal chassis plate riveted to the trunk floor, stamped in trunk floor and the stamped on the chassis plate on the door hinge cover. There  are some small spots of rust in the lower outer doors skins and a couple of small rust spots at the rear. There is one small area of surface rust at the leading edge of the hood. The longitudinals and floors will  need replacement, but the floors are still very strong  and can definitely carry the weight of the seats and engine parts during shipment. Battery box is solid with no serious rust.

All of the exterior trim parts are present and  are the originals, except the wiper blades. All of the chrome shines up nicely with no severe pitting, other than the exterior door handles which have heavy pitting. All glass is original and clear with no cracks. Headlight glass is also original.

The original color was and still is Ivory (paint color code 738). The current paint appears to be an older repaint over the original paint. Paint meter readings over the majority of the car measure in the range of 300 to 350 microns. The paint would definitely shine up very well with some  detailing.

INTERIOR

The Black Leatherette interior is original and overall has remained in fair  condition considering it's age. The front seats a very nice with no rips and the driver seat has insert brackets for an optional headrest, thought the headrest is missing. Original dash gauges (correct Super tach is there), clock, dash knobs/switches, ash tray and glove box door liner are  present. The original steering wheel is  present and in very good original condition with it's rare optional chrome horn ring. Original interior door handles and window cranks are all present.

ELECTRICALS

After connecting a good battery we confirmed that the left headlight, both tail lights,    license plate lights,   gauge warning lights, both horns, original Bendix Saphire I radio and wiper motor are all functional.  Odometer currently shows 62,219 miles.

If you don't see the Radio and Wiper video screen below, click HERE to view it.

 

ENGINE and TRANSMISSION

The original 1600cc Super engine (number 700074, type number 616/12, all three case pieces stamped 171) is disassembled and is ready for rebuilding. The engine is complete and includes a very low mileage set of JE pistons and cylinders.

The original 4 speed 741 transmission  shifts into each gear properly. Note that we will check the transmission date code and serial number during the auction and will add that information and photos to the listing.

SUSPENSION, WHEELS, TIRES and BRAKES

The suspension is complete and appears to be very original. Shocks feel strong. Steering feels smooth and responsive with correct alignment.

Correct   15" x 4.5" chrome wheels are installed and  in good condition. The original spare wheel is also included. The wheels have  1961 and 1962 year date codes as shown in the photos.

All four radial tires are holding air.

The brakes are partially functional and will likely need rebuilding due to long term storage. All four brake drums are the correct finned B drums. The emergency brake is correctly adjusted and holds tight. 

EXTRA PARTS and DOCUMENTATION

The following extra parts are included:  Original spare, original jack, all major original engine parts including a very low mileage set of JE pistons.

Documentation includes clear  title.

Terms & Conditions:

This vehicle is being sold "as-is", with no warranty, expressed or implied. Vehicle is available for an inspection prior to purchase and we will be happy to arrange one at the expense of the interested buyer.

Taxes and Licensing: California buyers will be charged sales tax and licensing and processed on your behalf. Out of state buyers (including other countries), we will send title and you will be responsible for registration and taxes in your own state or providence. All transactions will be charged a $65 documentation fee in addition to the sales price. If leaving the state or country, the car must be picked up by a transportation company that can provide a bill of lading, otherwise California sales tax will be charged. (All licensed transport companies provide these). Personalized plates on vehicles (if any) belong to the owner of record and cannot be included with the vehicle.

Payment: A non-refundable deposit of $1000 is due within 24 hours of the auction close. The remaining balance is due within 7 days from the close of auction, unless other arrangements were made. Accepted payment methods are bank wire transfers, cashier's checks and money orders. If you wish to obtain financing, please do so ahead of time. We reserve the right to end the auction early. We also reserve the right to verify any or all bids to ensure exceptional auction integrity. Please do not ask the reserve amount, as we will not disclose this information.

Shipping: Transportation expenses are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Vehicle must be picked up within 10 days from close of the auction, after which a storage fee of $15.00 per day (or partial day) will be charged. We cannot be held liable for any problems or damages arising from or due to transportation handling. The buyer is responsible for all shipping charges and fees from point of sale to the final destination. In addition, it is the buyer’s responsibility to arrange & coordinate shipping. We are happy to provide a list of transporters.

This vehicle is being sold by CarPlanet.com, a licensed vehicle dealer in the state of California. Car is also advertised for sale locally. We reserve the right to end this auction early.