1964 Porsche 356 C Cabriolet

The 356C, introduced in mid-1963, only had mild visual changes over the prior 356B. It continued to use the T-6 body type and available in both coupe and cabriolet body styles. It was given Dunlop four-wheel disc brakes, a higher-lift camshaft for the 1600 C engine, and new flat-face hubcaps. The models imported to the United States included positive crankcase ventilation to help comply with vehicle emissions standards.

There were only 1,745 356C Cabriolets produced for 1964. This example is painted in factory-correct Bali Blue exterior finish, a black convertible top, and a new interior with factory-correct red leather upholstery and red carpeting. The 1582cc air-cooled, horizontally-opposed four-cylinder engine, has dual Zenith carburetors and produces 75 horsepower. There is a four-speed manual gearbox, four-wheel hydraulic disc brakes, and an independent rear suspension.

In 2009, this 356C Cabriolet was offered for sale at the Automobiles of Arizona presented by RM Auctions. The lot was estimated to sell for $105,000 - $135,000 and offered without reserve. It was sold for the sum of $110,000, including buyer's premium.

By Daniel Vaughan | Apr 2009