Porsche 356B
Overview
| Produced: |
1959-1963, 30963 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Roadster, 2 doors
Coupe, 2 doors Cabriolet, 2 doors |
Produced from 1959 the 356B was an improved 356A with modifications aimed no doubt at the US market. Notable alterations were a higher nose height at the front, larger bumpers and the addition of a pair of twin-choke carbs to boost performance.
Built in the normal selection of 356 body styles including Coupe, Cabriolet, Speedster and Hardtop Coupe variants, the 1961 models gained a larger glass areas to aid visibility.
Built until 1963, over 30,000 356Bs were produced.
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1582cc | H4 OHV | Porsche Flat 4 (356 engines) | 82.5mm x 74mm | 7.5 |
Drivetrain and Suspension
| Drivetrain | R/R | |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | Worm | |
| Suspension | Front | Independent/Torsion bar |
| Rear | Independent/Torsion bar | |
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 113mph | 11.5s | 24mpg |
Body
| Type | Seats | Doors | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roadster | 2 | 2 | |
| Coupe | 2 | 2 | |
| Cabriolet | 2 | 2 |
Maintainability
| Mechanics | Bodywork |
|---|---|
| * * * - - | * * * - - |
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Valuation
| Poor | Average | Excellent | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| £7000 | £12000 | £16500 | 26-Oct-06 |
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