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£80,000
1962 Porsche 356B T6 Convertible by Reutter
UK • 18 May 2019 • Lot 231
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This is a fully restored 1960s Porsche 356B T6 convertible, finished in metallic ice blue with a matching blue interior. The car has been completely refurbished, including a bare-metal repaint, interior restoration, and mechanical overhaul, making it an excellent example for collectors or enthusiasts.
Condition
9
The car has been fully restored, with the body stripped to bare metal and repainted, the interior refurbished to as-new condition, and all mechanical components either repaired or replaced as needed. The roof mechanism has been restored, and a new soft top and tonneau cover have been installed.
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29,340 km
836 UYM
1962
Auction
157433
LHD
United Kingdom
Description
One of the most recognisable and pretty sportscars of all-time, the 356 was the work of Ferry Porsche who had been inspired by the FIAT-based Cisitalias of Piero Dusio.
The formula was simple, a platform with an eminently tuneable engine to the rear and completely adaptable to weekend motorsport should the mood take you.
So much so, that a works car finished first in class at Le Mans back in the day.
This is the sort of pedigree that no amount of advertising can buy.
Unsurprisingly, the 356B followed the A, with a 1,600cc engine, a more modern wraparound windscreen and 15"-diameter wheels.
The 356B represented significant advances in driveability and comfort over earlier 356 models and is a pleasingly quick way to enjoy the traditional Porsche values of quality, reliability and mechanical robustness.
And the convertible version is even better.
Fully restored in South Africa before being imported to the UK, this immaculate example has been finished in a metallic ice blue with a m...
Price Analysis vs Other 356 B Cabriolets
£10,550
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£96,795
Median Price (Since 2020)
£425,225
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 12th Jun 2018
Latest MOT mileage:
29,345 kilometers
MOT History
Passed
On 13th Jun 2017, 29,345 kilometers
Passed
On 10th Jul 2015, 29,345 kilometers
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
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