0 1600 4 cyl Manual

ORIGINAL SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CAR WITH ONLY TWO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA OWNERS SINCE NEW.
RECENTLY ACQUIRED FROM SECOND SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA OWNER WHO PURCHASED THE CAR FROM THE ORIGINAL OWNER IN 1971 WITH ORIGINAL CALIFORNIA TITLE (RARE PINK SLIP) FROM 1971!
ORIGINAL MATCHING #'S 616/1/ T6 100 ENGINE CAR.
ORIGINAL REUTTER CHASSIS BUILT IN 1961.
'PORSCHE CLASSIC TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE' FROM 'PORSCHE SOUTH BAY' OF HAWTHORNE, CA.
West Coast Classics are proud to present an exceptional original southern California survivor example of this 1962 Porsche 356B 'Twin Grille' 1600 T6 2 Door Coupe by Reutter (built in 1961) born with 'Ivory' color (code 6204) paint & top & still boasting its original factory 'Red' leatherette interior and original matching #'s Type 616/1 T6 1600 engine #P607339 matched to a date correct but not factory original 741A 4 speed manual transmission!
The car will be sold with its 'Porsche Classic Technical Certificate' showing an original build date of November 1961. The car was to be restored by its second owner with its original parts but this was never to be. It boasts its original steering wheel, original clock and its factory optional Ventilated Chrome Wheels. A visual inspection indicates the engine to beoriginal and matching #'s but the transmission serial number is a mismatch to the original serial number record.
Overall the car is an original southern California example with no rust but needing restoration. The paintwork is poor and in need of refinishing. The body has some minor dents or dings and the interior needs refinishing but the car has no signs of any accidents or rust and has virtually perfect fits and gaps. The front brake shoes show average wear prior to being parked as do the front drums and the rear shoes are showing average wear as as the rear drums and there is no brake power currently. The car has not been running for several years but the engine does turn. There are noticeable oil leaks and the suspension bushings are cracked and torn.
In September of 1959 Porsche revealed their fully updated 356 known as the 356B. This had a completely revised body that was more suitable for the American market. The 356B used the new T5 bodystyle which raised the front and rear bumpers nearly four inches. Furthermore the headlights were also repositioned higher to meet American regulations. Inside Porsche fitted a new deep dish steering wheel and deeper front seats. The Porsche 356 was the car which put the marque on the map and is most certainly the companies most iconic. Between 1948 and 1965, more than 76,000 were built, as coupes, open roadster speedsters and cabriolets. While the basic design and shape of the 356 changed very little over its lifetime, there were several generations of cars. The first, characterized by split (or bent) windshields, were built through 1954. From 1955 to 1959, a revised model designated the 356A was built with a curved windshield and modified suspension. It was succeeded during 1959 by the 356B or T5 model, which although to the casual observer appeared to change very little from its predecessor, had in fact received minor alterations to almost every aspect of the model, including most obviously a new nose contour that raised the headlights upwards and vertically with new front wings to accommodate and new bigger and stronger bumpers. In August of 1961 Porsche revealed the updated T6 body with larger windows for the Coupe and twin engine grills on the rear deck. These had a much revised front trunk with a different gas tank that was accessed under a filler lid on the fender instead of the middle of the trunk. In 1963, the 356C marked the third and final update to the 356 saga.
There were three 1,600 cc engines, designated 1600, 1600 Super and the Super 90 and the legendary four-cam 2-liter 115 HP Carrera 2. The 1600's ranged from 60 to 90 BHP with the Super 90, the most potent of the pushrod engines, having a counterweighted crankshaft, sodium-filled valves and Solex P40-II carburetors. Today this engine is particularly sought after by enthusiasts.
Although Porsche sourced bodies from a number of suppliers, by far the most came from Reutter. 'Karosseriefabrik Reutter & Co.' of Stuttgart, Germany had a long association with Porsche. Founded as a coach-building firm in 1906, Reutter pioneered lightweight construction, using Weymann fabric patents and early use of aluminum. Reutter furnished prototypes to Ferdinand Porsche in 1932, during the early days of the Volkswagen project, then bodied Mercedes and BMW cars during the 1930s. The association with Porsche was rekindled in 1950, when the nascent Porsche company returned from Austria to Stuttgart. Porsche's old facilities were occupied by the US Army, so Reutter leased some plants to Porsche for car production and started producing bodies for a number of 356 models. These included coupes, cabriolets and speedsters. While Karmann also built coupes in the 1960s, most of the open cars were by Reutter.
This Reutter-bodied 356B Twin Grille Coupe is a very fine candidate for a full restoration of this desirable late model T6 B Body Coupe. The car has been owned since the early 1970's by the same southern California owner who purchased the car from its original southern California owner and who has always garaged the car and who had intended to fully restore the car some day. Obviously unfortunately that day did not come but the car should prove a very worthy candidate for a full restoration by its next Porsche owning enthusiast. Please note that the car also has its original spare wheel.
Vehicle Description
ORIGINAL SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CAR WITH ONLY TWO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA OWNERS SINCE NEW.
RECENTLY ACQUIRED FROM SECOND SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA OWNER WHO PURCHASED THE CAR FROM THE ORIGINAL OWNER IN 1971 WITH ORIGINAL CALIFORNIA TITLE (RARE PINK SLIP) FROM 1971!
ORIGINAL MATCHING #'S 616/1/ T6 100 ENGINE CAR.
ORIGINAL REUTTER CHASSIS BUILT IN 1961.
'PORSCHE CLASSIC TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE' FROM 'PORSCHE SOUTH BAY' OF HAWTHORNE, CA.
West Coast Classics are proud to present an exceptional original southern California survivor example of this 1962 Porsche 356B 'Twin Grille' 1600 T6 2 Door Coupe by Reutter (built in 1961) born with 'Ivory' color (code 6204) paint & top & still boasting its original factory 'Red' leatherette interior and original matching #'s Type 616/1 T6 1600 engine #P607339 matched to a date correct but not factory original 741A 4 speed manual transmission!
The car will be sold with its 'Porsche Classic Technical Certificate' showing an original build date of November 1961. The car was to be restored by its second owner with its original parts but this was never to be. It boasts its original steering wheel, original clock and its factory optional Ventilated Chrome Wheels. A visual inspection indicates the engine to beoriginal and matching #'s but the transmission serial number is a mismatch to the original serial number record.
Overall the car is an original southern California example with no rust but needing restoration. The paintwork is poor and in need of refinishing. The body has some minor dents or dings and the interior needs refinishing but the car has no signs of any accidents or rust and has virtually perfect fits and gaps. The front brake shoes show average wear prior to being parked as do the front drums and the rear shoes are showing average wear as as the rear drums and there is no brake power currently. The car has not been running for several years but the engine does turn. There are noticeable oil leaks and the suspension bushings are cracked and torn.
In September of 1959 Porsche revealed their fully updated 356 known as the 356B. This had a completely revised body that was more suitable for the American market. The 356B used the new T5 bodystyle which raised the front and rear bumpers nearly four inches. Furthermore the headlights were also repositioned higher to meet American regulations. Inside Porsche fitted a new deep dish steering wheel and deeper front seats. The Porsche 356 was the car which put the marque on the map and is most certainly the companies most iconic. Between 1948 and 1965, more than 76,000 were built, as coupes, open roadster speedsters and cabriolets. While the basic design and shape of the 356 changed very little over its lifetime, there were several generations of cars. The first, characterized by split (or bent) windshields, were built through 1954. From 1955 to 1959, a revised model designated the 356A was built with a curved windshield and modified suspension. It was succeeded during 1959 by the 356B or T5 model, which although to the casual observer appeared to change very little from its predecessor, had in fact received minor alterations to almost every aspect of the model, including most obviously a new nose contour that raised the headlights upwards and vertically with new front wings to accommodate and new bigger and stronger bumpers. In August of 1961 Porsche revealed the updated T6 body with larger windows for the Coupe and twin engine grills on the rear deck. These had a much revised front trunk with a different gas tank that was accessed under a filler lid on the fender instead of the middle of the trunk. In 1963, the 356C marked the third and final update to the 356 saga.
There were three 1,600 cc engines, designated 1600, 1600 Super and the Super 90 and the legendary four-cam 2-liter 115 HP Carrera 2. The 1600's ranged from 60 to 90 BHP with the Super 90, the most potent of the pushrod engines, having a counterweighted crankshaft, sodium-filled valves and Solex P40-II carburetors. Today this engine is particularly sought after by enthusiasts.
Although Porsche sourced bodies from a number of suppliers, by far the most came from Reutter. 'Karosseriefabrik Reutter & Co.' of Stuttgart, Germany had a long association with Porsche. Founded as a coach-building firm in 1906, Reutter pioneered lightweight construction, using Weymann fabric patents and early use of aluminum. Reutter furnished prototypes to Ferdinand Porsche in 1932, during the early days of the Volkswagen project, then bodied Mercedes and BMW cars during the 1930s. The association with Porsche was rekindled in 1950, when the nascent Porsche company returned from Austria to Stuttgart. Porsche's old facilities were occupied by the US Army, so Reutter leased some plants to Porsche for car production and started producing bodies for a number of 356 models. These included coupes, cabriolets and speedsters. While Karmann also built coupes in the 1960s, most of the open cars were by Reutter.
This Reutter-bodied 356B Twin Grille Coupe is a very fine candidate for a full restoration of this desirable late model T6 B Body Coupe. The car has been owned since the early 1970's by the same southern California owner who purchased the car from its original southern California owner and who has always garaged the car and who had intended to fully restore the car some day. Obviously unfortunately that day did not come but the car should prove a very worthy candidate for a full restoration by its next Porsche owning enthusiast. Please note that the car also has its original spare wheel.
Vehicle Warranty
Mechanical inspections welcomed; if you wish to inspect the vehicle you must do so before bidding; upon request seller will be happy to deliver the vehicle to a local Torrance, CA or Santa Monica, CA mechanic of your choice for your prepaid inspection before the reserve price is met. Once the reserve price is met this vehicle is to be considered sold in ‘as is, where is’ condition to the highest bidder with no guaranties or warranties implied or given. Please have all funds available before bidding as a $1,000 non-refundable deposit is required from the winning bidder within 48 hours (2 business days) of auction end; an immediate $500 non-refundable deposit is required through Ebay’s Paypal service to end the auction early if the "Buy it now" option is exercised and the balance in full is due within ten days of auction end in any case. In the case these terms of sale are not met seller reserves the right to either re-list the vehicle or offer the vehicle to the next highest bidder. Seller reserves the right to end the auction at any time before the reserve price is met. Payment by bank wire transfer, cash in person or cashiers check only. All inspections must be done prior to bidding. The non-refundable deposit in the amount of $1,000 is due within 48 hours of the auction end via bank wire transfer or cashier's check via overnight mail. The full payment must be completed within 10 business days regardless of a pick up date. In the event the deposit is not posted within the required period of time, the vehicle will be offered for sale to the next subsequent high bidder or relisted for sale. This is to be considered an absolute sale and the buyer is required to comply with all of my conditions in these terms of sale. By placing a bid and winning the auction you hereby agree to abide completely with these terms of sale and the terms of sale are to be considered a legal and binding purchase agreement. Once again, please note that there are no inspections to be made after the auction ends - please be sure to complete any inspection before bidding. The Seller reserves the right to cancel any bid at any time and to end the auction early for any reason. The seller makes every effort to describe in detail any known flaws in the vehicle and includes many detailed and recent photos of the vehicle. The mileage on the vehicle is correct at the time of listing but obviously subject to minor changes necessary to complete delivery of the vehicle to the buyer and test drives etc. Please note that all used vehicles, especially classic and older vehicles, are by definition unique and complex and their condition, for better or worse, must always be considered a subjective opinion to each individual. Therefore the seller shall not be responsible for the absolute correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no guaranties or warranty in connection therewith. Vehicles are sold with one master key unless otherwise stated. Vehicles are sold with handbooks and manuals only if stated in the advertisement. Buyer hereby acknowledges that any definition or terms relating to a "matching numbers" description of any car has been met and the buyer has inspected the car and is satisfied with the description prior to bidding or purchase. No allowance will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value of the vehicle before bidding and to bid based upon that judgment solely. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs whatsoever regardless of any oral or written statements about the vehicle.
About West Coast Classics


West Coast Classics are renown licensed and bonded California Classic Car Dealers who specialize in buying & selling rare American & European classic cars with our showrooms locatedin southern California at 1205 Bow Avenue in Torrance, CA 90501. Please contact us to verify the current status of any vehicle of interest and note that all test drives are by appointment only. We ship throughout the world and will provide you with an unparalleled service in any of your rare, sports, exotic, luxury, collector or classic car needs. So whether you want to sell your classic car, truck, hot rod, custom or simply rare or exotic car or indeed to buy a classic car that we have in our inventory, contact us today, it is what we do enthusiastically every sunny day here in southern California USA! Thanks for your interest and we look forward to helping you!


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The seller makes every effort to describe in detail any known flaws in the vehicle and includes many detailed and recent photos of the vehicle. The mileage on the vehicle is correct at the time of listing but obviously subject to minor changes necessary to complete delivery of the vehicle to the buyer and test drives etc. Please note that all used vehicles, especially classic and older vehicles, are by definition unique and complex and their condition, for better or worse, must always be considered a subjective opinion to each individual. Therefore the seller shall not be responsible for the absolute correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no guaranties or warranty in connection therewith. Vehicles are sold with one master key unless otherwise stated. Vehicles are sold with handbooks and manuals only if stated in the advertisement. Buyer hereby acknowledges that any definition or terms relating to a "matching numbers" description of any car has been met and the buyer has inspected the car and is satisfied with the description prior to bidding or purchase. No allowance will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value of the vehicle before bidding and to bid based upon that judgment solely. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs whatsoever regardless of any oral or written statements about the vehicle.


Mechanical inspections welcomed; if you wish to inspect the vehicle you must do so before bidding; upon request seller will be happy to deliver the vehicle to a local Torrance or Santa Monica mechanic of your choice for your prepaid inspection before the reserve price is met. Once the reserve price is met this vehicle is to be considered sold in ‘as is, where is’ condition to the highest bidder with no guaranties or warranties implied or given. Once again, please note that there are no inspections to be made after the auction ends - please be sure to complete any inspection before bidding.


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Please note that CA Sales tax, DMV license fees, DMV registration fees, dealer documentary fee, any finance charges, CA emission testing fees, and any compliance fees are additional to the advertised price if any vehicle is to be sold and registered in California and not exported out of state by bill of laden; please see full details below. Vehicle is listed on other industry websites and publications internationally, we reserve the right to end the auction at any time.
This vehicle is being sold by West Coast Classics, LLC; we are licensed and bonded vehicle dealers in the state of California. Please note that all vehicles sold to be registered in the state of California will be charged California sales tax on the final EBay sales price and any required government licensing, smog, documentation and registration fees. If leaving the state or country, the vehicle must be picked up by a professional licensed auto transportation company that can provide a bill of lading, otherwise California sales tax will be charged. (All licensed auto transport companies provide these). Any out of the state and international buyers will upon completion of the sale be sent by FEDEX the title and bill of sale for the vehicle and will be personally responsible for any sales tax and licensing and registration fees in their home state or province. All bids are legal and binding contracts to purchase the vehicle and by bidding you are hereby entering into a legal and binding contract to purchase the vehicle and agreeing to accept and abide by these terms of sale:
Please have all funds available before bidding as a $1,000 non-refundable deposit is required from the winning bidder within 48 hours (2 business days) of auction end; an immediate $500 non-refundable deposit is required through Ebay’s Paypal service to end the auction early if the "Buy it now" option is exercised and the balance in full is due within ten days of auction end in any case. In the case these terms of sale are not met seller reserves the right to either re-list the vehicle or offer the vehicle to the next highest bidder. Seller reserves the right to end the auction at any time before the reserve price is met. Payment in full to be received by bank wire transfer, cash in person or cashiers check only. All inspections must be done prior to bidding. The non-refundable deposit in the amount of $1,000 is due within 48 hours of the auction end via bank wire transfer or cashier's check via overnight mail. The full payment must be completed within 10 days regardless of a pick up date. In the event the deposit is not posted within the required period of time, the vehicle will be offered for sale to the next subsequent high bidder or relisted for sale. This is to be considered an absolute sale and the buyer is required to comply with all of my conditions in these terms of sale. By placing a bid and winning the auction you hereby agree to abide completely with these terms of sale and the terms of sale are to be considered a legal and binding purchase agreement. The Seller reserves the right to cancel any bid at any time and to end the auction early for any reason.
A documentation fee of $70, which is capped and regulated in California as opposed to some other states, is charged on each sale, which once established legally has to be charged equally on each sale, to cover any necessary costs related to FEDEX mailings and other professional documentation paperwork fees for processing documents to establish title and registration in order to complete the transfer of documents to the new registered owner.






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