Porsche 356C
Overview
| Produced: |
1963-1965, 16668 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Coupe,2 doors,2 seats Cabriolet,2 doors,2 seats |
Introduced in
Built from
While the 356 changed over time with various mechanical refinements, the basic shape remained the same and was instantly recognizable year to year. Coupe and cabriolet models were produced every year up to 1965, with the last 356B Roadster built in early 1963. The final model, the 356C, featured disc brakes and two engine options, the most powerful pushrod engine Porsche ever produced: the 95 hp "SC" as well as the standard "C" at 75 hp. 356 production peaked at 14,151 cars in 1964, the year that the new 911 model went on the market, although the company continued to sell the 356C in North America through the end of 1965 as a lower-cost vehicle (the late Janis Joplin had a 356C cabriolet which was psychedelically painted).
In 2004, Sports Car International named the 356C number ten on the list of Top Sports Cars of the 1960s. Today the Porsche 356 is a well regarded collector car that has stood the test of time. Worldwide, thousands of 356 owners maintain the tradition, preserving their cars and driving them regularly.
In 2004, Sports Car International named the 356C number ten on the list of Top Sports Cars of the 1960s. Today the Porsche 356 is a well regarded collector car that has stood the test of time. Worldwide, thousands of 356 owners maintain the tradition, preserving their cars and driving them regularly.
Source: Wikipedia
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1582cc | H4 OHV | Porsche Flat 4 (356 engines) | 82.5mm x 74mm | 8.5 |
Drivetrain and Suspension
| Drivetrain | Steering | Front Suspension | Rear Suspension |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worm | Independent/Torsion bar | Independent/Torsion bar |
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 109 mph | 13.5 s |
Auction Sales History
Books
| ISBN | Title | Publisher | Buy this book |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1870642597 | Porsche 356 1957-65 OWM827 | Brooklands Books |
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| 1855202344 | Porsche 356 Gold Portfolio 1953-65 | Brooklands Books |
Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Article |
Buyer's Datafile - Porsche 356 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics May 1997 | |||
| Buyer's Datafile - Porsche 356. | ||||
| Article |
The cult of the Porsche 356 |
50 |
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| Publication | Octane September 2009 | |||
| The cult of the Porsche 356- From early Pre-A models to the last of the line 356C, there's something special about the first Porsches - even though each is very different in character. | ||||
| Article |
Road Test - Porsche 356 |
40 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 7 April 2005 | |||
| Road Test - Porsche 356 - Built 1950-65. Coupé or cabriolet, 2+2 rear-engined, rear-wheel-drive GT/sports car. Flat-four, aircooled, 1582, ohv. | ||||
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