DATE OF MANUFACTURE: 1964 | COLOUR: BESPOKE DARK BLUE | INTERIOR TRIM: BESPOKE TAN LEATHER WITH PERIOD PEPTIA CLOTH INSERTS | PRICE: POA
LUX CLASSICS ARE DELIGHTED TO OFFER THIS BESPOKE 1965 PORSCHE 356C COUPE RESTORED BESPOKE DESIGN BY LUX CLASSICS FOR DAVID GANDY. INORPORATING HIS OWN DESIGN AND VISION, THE FINISHED VEHICLE SITS ON LARGER, PAINTED SINGLE KNOCK OFF WHEELS, WITH A LOWER RIDE HEIGHT, CLOSER FITTING BUMPERS AND BESPOKE INTERIOR RE-TRIMMED TO HIS SPECIFICATION.
THE APPEAL
The 356's design, simplicity, and lightweight construction are responsible for the huge Porsche success story that followed. Its distinctive looks and unique driving experience defined the Porsche brand, and changed the sports car market forever. Today, with that heritage to bear, it's no surprise the charming little 356 has become hugely desirable and collectible.
HIGHLIGHTS
• BESPOKE DESIGN WITH COSMETIC DELETION OF CHROME & SHORTENING OF BUMPERS
• DESIRABLE TWIN GRILL T6 COUPE
• PORSCHE CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY INDICATES SET OF THREE LEATHER SUITCASES WHEN NEW NOW WITH BESPOKE DESIGN FIVE PIECE SET
• FULL COMPONENT OFF BARE METAL RESTORATION & MECHANICAL REBUILD BY LUX CLASSICS
• 200 DELIVERY RUN DOWN MILES
• BESPOKE EXTERIOR COLOUR SIKKENS DARK BLUE
• LEATHER TAN INTERIOR WITH PORSCHE PERIOD CREAM / BROWN PEPTIA CLOTH INSERTS
• FULL ENGINE REBUILD UPGRADED TO 1,720 CC BIG BORE KIT, UPRATED CAMSHAFT & SPORTS EXHAUST
• UPRATED 12 VOLT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
• HAND CRAFTED BESPOKE RUDGE DESIGN 15" KNOCK OFF WHEELS DESIGNED BY CHRIS CODDINGTON WHILEST RETAINING DISC BRAKES
• MODERN RADIAL DUNLOP TYRES & LOWERED RIDE HEIGHT
HISTORY & PAPERWORK
• Full restoration documentation, invoices & images
• Certificate of Authenticity indicating Selling Porsche Centre in America
• Collection of historic service invocies from 1980 to 2015
INTERIOR
The bespoke interior is stunning with German supplied tan leather & Peptia cloth inserts, german square weave carpets, wooden steering wheel & gear shift.
EXTERIOR
Original colour as per the COA was Light Ivory 6404 now a modern version in Dark Blue of the original Bali Blue.
MECHANICS
Mechanically fully rebuilt with more details to follow.
On Sale on behalf of its owner as a consignment sale.
PORSCHE 356 MODEL HISTORY
The first Porsche 356 rolled off the production line in Stuttgart in 1950. Production ran until 1965 when manufacturing ceased, by which time over 76,000 examples of various model designations had been produced.
It was Porsche’s first production vehicle, with an evolution starting with the 356 now referred to as the Pre-A, the 356A introduced in 1955, the 356B in late 1959, and the final series 356C introduced for the 1964 model year. In each form, they were built predominantly as either Coupe or Cabriolets. The Karmann-bodied Notchback coupes and cabriolets (1961-62) are especially sought after now, as is the limited production four-cam racing ‘Carrera’ version introduced in 1954.
The 356 was created by Ferdinand ‘Ferry’ Porsche (son of Ferdinand Porsche – company founder). In 1972, during a PCA magazine interview, he summarises his thinking behind the concept as: “I had always driven very speedy cars. I had an Alfa Romeo, also a BMW, and others... By the end of the war, I had a Volkswagen Cabriolet with a supercharged engine, and that was the basic idea. I saw that if you had enough power in a small car, it is nicer to drive than if you have a big car which is also overpowered. And it is more fun. On this basic idea, we started the first Porsche prototype.”
This lightweight approach quickly gained the 356 its popularity, and combined with its power-weight ratio, the rear-engined layout, nimble handling, and excellent build quality gave the 356 a proper driver appeal – a proven formula that also provided a class win at Le Mans in 1951. Power outputs varied between 44hp for the original 1131cc engine and 130hp for the later 1966cc Carrera versions.
The Pre-A or ‘prototype’ Austrian built 356s were aluminium bodied, but when manufacturing moved to Germany, Porsche contracted Reutter to manufacture the bodies in steel, and eventually bought the company in 1963. Reutter retained the seat manufacturing sector of their business, but later changed their name to Recaro – forming the company we’re much more familiar with today.
In October 1964, the 356’s successor, the iconic 911 made its debut – but its enduring popularity ensured production continued well into 1965.
ARRANGE A VIEWING
It is available for viewing in the UK on an appointment basis, and would suit an enthusiast or collector with whom this vehicle will represent a good acquisition opportunity.
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