Porsche 356 B 1600 Super Hardtop Coupe (1962)

Highlights and general information

For sale is a Porsche 356 B 1600 Super Hardtop Coupé from 1961 in the color silver metallic with a red leather interior.

Highlights:

• Extremely rare 356 Hardtop Coupé - this body style was only produced by Karmann in 1961 and 1962 and it is estimated that there are less than 100 remaining examples ready to drive
• USA import with TÜV and H license plate
• Very well-kept overall condition
• Restored - in 2012 the car was repainted and the interior restored, among other things
• Karmann bodywork
• Classic color combination
• Investments amounting to €45,000 made, partially documented by invoices

General information about the vehicle

• Year of construction: 1962
• First registration: USA, 07/1962
• Location: 57392 Schmallenberg, Germany
• Number of owners: 7 - owned by the seller for 13 years
• Restored
• Duty paid
• Accident-free in current ownership
• Licensed
• H license plate
• TÜV until 02/2027
• Ready to drive immediately

Model history

Introduced in 1959, the Porsche 356 B was adapted to the requirements of the American market with the new T5 body. The bumpers and headlights were positioned higher, and the interior was given lower seats and a new steering wheel. The T6 body followed in 1961 with larger windows, two engine ventilation grilles and a side fuel filler cap in the fender. These updates improved both the design and the practicality of the 356 B. The 356 Hardtop Coupé is a particularly rare body style of the 356 B, which was only produced by Karmann for a short period of time.

The facts

Exterior & interior:

• Exterior color: silver metallic
• Interior: red leather upholstery
• Repainted: Yes, completely

Engine and transmission:

• 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine with 75 hp (55 kW)
• Manual gearbox
• Last maintenance service: 02/2025

Mileage:

• Mileage: 8,662 km (read off)
• Mileage traceable: Partial
• No checkbook

Documentation:

• Vehicle documents
• TÜV reports
• Valuation report (09/2012, grade 2)
• Invoices

Tires, body & underbody

• Tires: Good condition, but already older
• Body: very good condition
• Underbody: very good condition - rust-free
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to gain further insight into the condition of the vehicle.

Known defects

• There are no known defects.
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to gain further insight into the condition of the vehicle.

Summary

Overall, this rare Porsche 356 B 1600 S Hardtop Coupé presents itself in immaculate overall condition. The collector's item has been restored in the past, for which a total of around €45,000 was invested. With a valid general inspection until February 2027 and registration, the Porsche is immediately ready to drive. Visually, the classic car is presented in classic silver metallic, combined with an elegant red leather interior. For collectors and enthusiasts, this is an opportunity to acquire a very rare and well-preserved Porsche 356 B 1600 S Hardtop Coupé