1965 Porsche 356C Convertible Project

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1965 Porsche 356C Convertible Project

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Summary:

Used 1965

Location:

Lafayette, CO

Description:

Described by the seller as a project car, this Reutter-bodied 1965 Porsche 356C Convertible is said to be almost complete, but in need of refurbishment. The seller describes the 356 to be a rare find in its condition, as he says most 356C Cabriolets have either been restored or scrapped. An engine replacement to a 616/2, which, according to the seller, has not been fired in 44 years, is cited. However, he declares the powerplant turns over, has compression, and ran when he purchased it. This Signal Red 1965 Porsche 356C Cabriolet was built in June 1964 as a 1965 model. Originally finished in Light Ivory paint, the Porsche is located in Erie, Colorado. FEATURES The Porsche’s original rear-mounted 616/15 engine has been replaced by a 616/2.The 1.6-liter OHV flat-four is capable of 75 horsepower and 86 lb-ft of torque.Porsche’s 741/0C four-speed manual transmission, original per the COA, feeds the rear wheels.The Signal Red paint is a re-spray; the original color was Light Ivory.Paint is said to be largely intact, except for the bumpers and bottoms of the doors.No known crash damage is reported.The original roof frame and horsehair padding are included.Red leather upholstery is declared original and intact.Carpets and interior trim are free of reported issues.The ventilated chromed wheels and their covers show well.The glass is all there, the windows roll up and down, and all trim is present. COMES WITH Some spare parts are included.A Porsche Cars of North America Certificate of Authenticity is included. NEEDS The doors, body, frame and wheels exhibit rust.Roof canvas is missing, but the frame is intactRed leather seats need to be refurbished.The battery box has been replaced but needs welding.The undercarriage is rusted through at jack points and the front of the frame.Surface rust and perforations are attributed to the 356 Cabriolet’s floor.Brake pedal goes to floor.Missing fog lights, one top latch, rear view mirror and shifter lock key. OVERVIEW This Signal Red 1965 Porsche 356C Reutter Cabriolet was built in June 1964.The original Light Ivory paint has been changed to Signal Red.A 616/2 has replaced the original 616/15 air-cooled flat-four.The red leather upholstery is original and needs refinishing.Areas of body and undercarriage rust are reported. DOCUMENTATION The seller states that this vehicle will be sold on a clean Washington title in his name. This Signal Red 1965 Porsche 356C Convertible was built in June 1964, according to the Certificate of Authenticity issued by Porsche Cars of North America. Characterized by the seller as a project car, this Reutter-bodied 356C Cabriolet is said to be largely intact, but in need of refurbishment.

Body Type:

Convertible

Transmission:

Manual Transmission

Features:

Leather Upholstery

Posted:

July 15 on Americanlisted