1965 Porsche 356

Make

Porsche

Model

356

Year

1965

Listed price

$24,750

Location

Los Angeles, California

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

0 miles

The Porsche 356 holds a foundational place in automotive history, being the first production car to bear the Porsche name. Evolving from humble beginnings in Gmünd, Austria, the 356 quickly established Porsche's reputation for lightweight, agile sports cars. By the time the C-series arrived in 1964, the 356 had undergone a decade and a half of continuous refinement. The 356C, produced for just two model years, represented the zenith of the line, incorporating significant advancements like standard four-wheel disc brakes, a critical upgrade for both performance and safety, alongside a more refined suspension setup. It was the ultimate iteration before the 911 took the reins, offering the most developed and enjoyable driving experience of the original Porsche sports car. This recently discovered 1965 Porsche 356C Coupe emerges from a long slumber as an exciting restoration project. A California car, it retains its original 4-speed manual transmission, ready to be reconnected with its spirited 1600 S flat-four engine, fed by dual carburetors. The presence of the iconic twin engine-lid grille, chrome accents, and VDO instrumentation harks back to an era of elegant simplicity and driver-focused design. While its mileage is unknown, this 356C offers a blank canvas for an enthusiast to revive a piece of Porsche's storied past, bringing its four-wheel disc brakes and improved drivability back to life. This is a rare opportunity to acquire the pinnacle of the original Porsche 356 series and embark on its next chapter.