Porsche 356 B 1600 Super

El vehículo en detalle

In December of 1995, $15,000 was spent on an extensive service conducted by EKG Motor Service, Inc. in San Antonio, Texas. The service included a top-end engine rebuild, the transmission was resealed, and a complete rebuild of the suspension and braking systems was done. Subsequently, the exterior trim components were replaced, and a new interior and soft top were installed. In 2003, the Roadster was acquired by the current owner. To ensure the 356 was in perfect mechanical condition, an extensive service was conducted by Munk’s Motors, which included rebuilding the carburetors, the installation of a new clutch assembly, and an engine service.

Mechanically, it is powered by its matching numbers 1600cc Super engine producing 75 horsepower paired with its matching 4-speed manual transmission (Type 741) with a four-wheel drum braking system. In October of 2022, the matching engine was rebuilt by Frank’s Foreign Car in Laguna Beach, California, including new pistons and cylinders, exhaust valves, valve guides, main bearings, camshaft, push rod tubes, gasket set, spark plugs, oil filter, and rod bearings. In August of 2024, Frank’s Foreign Car performed a service changing all fluids, filters, spark plugs, ignition points, performed a valve adjustment, replaced the valve cover gaskets, and installed a new battery.

Complete with Certificate of Authenticity, photos of the restoration, spare wheel, boot cover, and 29 years of service history. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-documented matching driveline Twin Grill Roadster finished in its original color combination.