Vehicle Details
- Year: 1964
- Make: Porsche
- Model: 356 C Coupe
- VIN: 217612
- Mileage: 2,579mi (5-digit odometer)
- Transmission: Manual
- Title Status: Clean
- Color: Signal Red
- Seller Type: Dealer
- Location: Hubbards, NS B0J 1T0
- Dealer Fees: None
- Lot #: V-0029067
The Porsche 356C debuted in 1964 as the final iteration of the 356, offering optimized mechanical components for increased handling and reliability. This 1964 356C Karmann Coupe was initially delivered in California and later brought to Arizona, where a full cosmetic and mechanical restoration was reportedly carried out about 3 years ago. After the restoration, it was driven to Pennsylvania before being shipped to Canada. Refinished in Signal Red over a black leatherette interior, this beautifully presented numbers-matching example is now being offered for auction with a Porsche Certificate of Authenticity.
This 356C has been refinished in its factory-specified color of Signal Red. Exterior details include a twin-grille engine lid, body-color bumpers with chrome overriders, a single Talbot-style driver-side mirror, and 15” ventilated chrome wheels with polished hubcaps and Widetrack Radial tires. The seller adds that a rear rack will accompany the sale. Detailed images are provided in the gallery.
The black leatherette interior is contrasted by an exterior-color-painted dashboard. The 356C offered newly introduced elongated seat bases, lowered backrests, and armrests along the door panels for improved comfort. Additionally, minor switchgear changes were made for the model year that saw a handbrake warning light, and magnetic glovebox closure. An aftermarket radio has been installed and an OEM replacement will be included in the sale. All gauges and accessories are reported to be working properly, and the seller notes one scratch on the driver’s seat.
The original air-cooled 1600cc flat-four engine is equipped with dual downdraft carburetors and was factory rated at 75 HP. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a numbers-matching 4-speed manual gearbox, images of the drivetrain stampings are provided in the photo gallery along with a Porsche Certificate of Authenticity. Stopping power is handled by 4-wheel disc brakes, and a smooth ride is achieved with torsion bars, anti-roll bars, and hydraulic shock absorbers. Since the complete restoration, the example is said to have traveled approximately 2,500 miles. The seller states there are no outstanding maintenance items at this time.
This sale will include a clean title, owner’s manuals, a Porsche Certificate of Authenticity, some documentation, a new OEM radio, and a rear rack.
The seller would like you to know: “This 1964 Porsche 356C was completely restored a little over 3 years ago and the odometer which was at approximately 44,000 was reset to zero. Overall this car is a true investment-grade collector car and these days, collector cars are remarkably good investments! The pictures of this example speak for themselves, and it comes accompanied by a valuable rear rack, stereo, and jack toolkit in addition to original books, a Porsche COA, and some service documentation. We are lucky to represent this beautiful example of the Porsche 356C and you will be extremally happy to add this car to your collection. We are experienced at importing and exporting cars from Canada and can get you this car in short order so do not let the opportunity to own it pass you by."
Auction Results
- Sold for: $94,250
- Auction End: May 10, 2023 07:35:54PM UTC
- Number of Bids: 38
Comments (51)
Sold for $94,250
I can see you won;t let me have it :-)
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@Cozad1955 Let me answer this as two questions.. Whatever the bottom looks like was done when the car was restored and I would imagine it was painted/undercoated at that time. All the miles have been put on the car since that was done so its actually it is in really good shape.
We are not aware of any rust issues on the car. There is nothing showing anywhere that would lead you to any other conclusion..
Thanks
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I haven’t looked at enough cars of this vintage so I’m not sure if the pictures of the black material on the undersurface is rust protection. Can you describe any rust issues and preventative measures at the time of restoration? Thanks.
@witz The only video I have are the three that are in the listing. The car is not registered for the road so cannot really get what I think you are asking for ... Sorry
@artichoke Yes, Signal Red as on the COA thanks
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Was this the original color?
Can you post a driving video?
@Maui928 Please see reply above thanks
@Somer Also, a correction in the historical comments on the car. We have delved into the history of the car beyond the notes provided to the current owner and have a more extensive idea of where it has been during its life. The Cosmetic restoration was done in the 90's and the Mechanical restoration was performed in 2018.
Updated History
1964 First owner was a dentist or physician - Dr Charles White. Lived in Watsonville just south of San Francisco.
1979 Invoice shows work on car in 1979 with Dr. White listed as owner at Pacific Grove, California. About 30-40 Km south of Watsonville.
1981-94 Jill Lerwold (lawyer) was 2nd owner – brokered by Bruce Carter
Car was hit on driver’s door, low impact collision while parked, in about 1985-1990. Damage to driver’s door and pillar. No damage to frame. Stood for 15-20 years. Odometer approx. 44,000. Her husband had recently passed away and she said that she was just not motivated to get it repaired and may not have appreciated the car’s value.
Jill’s brother Brian Marcinak (San Francisco) took the car and restored it. Bare metal restoration, many new parts. All original body parts retained. Rebuilt engine and transmission. Spent about $26,000 on restoration.
2006 Brian sold car to Thomas Fey, his son-in-law, 3rd owner
2013 Car is in Connecticut
2014-17 Michael Kalinski was the 4th owner – lived in Newark, Delaware (South of Philadelphia)
2017 Acquired by Daniel Schmitt & Co., St. Louis, Missouri
2018 Jan-Feb: Engine rebuild by Reid Van Luxury Import Service – Rock Hill, MO: $4731.
2018 Sept. Further work on engine, flywheel and clutch by Reid Vann: $2000.
2018 Reset odometer at 0.
2018 October. Sold to P. Croskerry (5th owner) by Daniel Schmitt. Car driven to Nova Scotia. 1845 miles without incident. Imported into Canada at Detroit. All import fees paid.
Yearly routine maintenance.
Oil seal replaced. New 6V battery. Ignition switch re-wired. Speedometer cable replaced,
2021 NOS Blaupunkt radio bought + Leitz style luggage rack (both uninstalled) – Porsche beach towel
I hope this helps. I will see if I can get pictures of the receipts. Have to rely on the current owner. The invoice file itself is pictured
@Somer Sorry but we do not have before pictures...
Any " before " pix?
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Hi there, can you please post the service and restoration receipts? Or any other documents that detail the history of the car. Thanks!