Number of cylinders: 4
Service history: Present
Registration number: AL-60-38

The Porsche 356 B Coupé: an iconic journey through time

The Porsche 356 B Coupé is more than a car; it is a legend. This iconic sports car from the early 1960s embodies everything that makes the Porsche marque so special: precision, design, and a passion for speed. The model, introduced in 1960, was an evolution of the original 356 and was praised for its refined finish and refined driving experience. This particular 356 B Coupé is in absolutely as-new condition and is a true rarity in the Porsche world.

The history of the Porsche 356 B Coupé

The Porsche 356 B was produced from 1959 to 1963, a period during which the model firmly established its status as a sports car icon. Porsche built on its success with the introduction of the B specification, which brought a number of improvements over the original 356. The exterior became sleeker and more modern, while the chassis was optimised for better handling and stability. The 356 B Coupé was particularly popular in the United States, where the model sold in large numbers. The 356 B even became famous in Hollywood, with countless celebrities taking their turn behind the wheel of this iconic sports car.
This specific Porsche 356 B Coupé originally came from the USA, from Hollywood, and was only later imported into the Netherlands by Porsche Classic Center Gelderland. Its full history is documented, which means you are not only driving a historic Porsche, but also a car that has been carefully maintained and preserved in its original splendour.

An experience: driving the Porsche 356 B Coupé

The experience of driving a Porsche 356 B Coupé is unrivalled. The moment you slip behind the wheel, you feel the sporting spirit of the marque at once. The manual gearbox lets you slide through every gear with precision, while the engine, with its legendary 1.6-litre four-stroke unit, produces a symphony of power and sound. It is an experience that stirs your senses and connects you with the rich history of Porsche.
The Porsche 356 B Coupé offers a pure driving experience that takes you back to the golden age of the sports car. The bond between driver and car is direct and unmistakable. Thanks to its light weight and refined chassis, you can steer the car with the utmost precision, even on the twistiest of roads. The sound of the engine building its power as you press the accelerator is music to the ears of any car enthusiast. And then there is the addictive smell of leather in the interior and the gentle vibration of the engine, which together create an authentic drive.

Its condition and an invitation to visit: a unique 356 B Coupé in as-new condition

The Porsche 356 B Coupé that stands in our showroom in Katwijk is in a condition that is simply breathtaking. The silver-grey exterior colour sparkles in the sun.
The 356 B Coupé is in perfect condition, both technically and visually. It comes as no surprise, then, that it was imported by Porsche Classic Center Gelderland, where it was carefully documented and fully inspected so that it remains in the best possible condition. It is not only a collector's piece for Porsche enthusiasts, but also a piece of living history that you can experience.
Imagine that on a sunny day you turn the key, the engine comes to life, and you drive off in this timeless sports car. You cruise down the street, everyone watches you go with admiration, and you feel like the king of the road. The car follows your every move, the steering responsive, the sound of the engine melodic and powerful. The nostalgia of the past, combined with the unrivalled driving experience of today, makes the drive unforgettable. A drive in this Porsche 356 B Coupé is not just a drive; it is a journey through time, where past and present come together in a perfect symphony of style and power.

Why this Porsche 356 B Coupé?

Thanks to its documentation and its impeccable condition, this is an opportunity that does not come along often. If you are looking for the ultimate driving experience in a historic and legendary sports car, then this Porsche 356 B Coupé is absolutely a must-see!

Would you like to enjoy this unique experience for yourself? Then you are most welcome to come and view this Porsche 356 B Coupé in our showroom in Katwijk. We invite you to experience the magic of this legendary sports car for yourself. The kettle is on, and we can't wait to show you this timeless beauty.

This is not a car for someone looking for the fastest route from A to B. This is a car for someone who understands that the journey is the destination. For someone who gets up early on a Sunday morning, not because they have to, but because that is when the country lanes are still empty and the sun sits low. For someone who prefers the sound of an air-cooled boxer engine behind them to the hum of an electric motor. For someone who knows that some things were simply better when they were still made by hand, by people who took pride in it.

The Porsche 356 was the car with which it all began. This one could be the car with which something new begins for you.

Special features

• Matching numbers example (chassis number 211125)
• Built in 1963, silver-grey (Silbergrau) metallic
• Subtle modernisations: additional brake light, immobiliser, USB charger
• Leather interior
• Manual four-speed gearbox
• Air-cooled boxer engine, rear-wheel drive

With the smell of warm oil and history in my nose,
Nick Slinger

STEP 2 IN SHOWROOM | HooG Selections

The Porsche 356 1963 is now in our showroom in Katwijk - € 79.950. The full presentation is complete: the cover is off and the car can be viewed right away.

At HooG Selections exclusively carefully selected classic vehicles, fully documented:
✔ Over 75 professional photos
✔ Fully scanned service history
✔ Official Carfax vehicle report
✔ Paint thickness report per body panel
✔ Complete original documentation

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