1962 Porsche 356 Notchback

VIN 202153

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What’s special about this listing

We are pleased to offer on behalf of one of our clients this outstanding and rare Karmann “Notchback” Coupe.

For many years, 2shores has been offering selected first grade examples of collectible automobiles. This very cool Notchback Coupe is one of those offerings!

A unique A unique “Karmann hardtop” or “notchback” 356 B model was produced in 1961 and 1962. The 1961 production run (T5) was essentially a cabriolet body with the optional steel cabriolet hardtop welded in place. The 1962 line (T6 production) was a very different design in that the new T6 notchback coupé body did not start life as a cabriolet, but with its own production design. In essence, it had the cabriolet rear end design, the T6 coupé windshield frame and a unique hard top. Both years of these models have taken the name “Karmann notchback”. hardtop” or “notchback” 356 B model was produced in 1961 and 1962. The 1961 production run (T5) was essentially a cabriolet body with the optional steel cabriolet hardtop welded in place. The 1962 line (T6 production) was a very different design in that the new T6 notchback coupé body did not start life as a cabriolet, but with its own production design. In essence, it had the cabriolet rear end design, the T6 coupé windshield frame and a unique hard top. Both years of these models have taken the name “Karmann notchback”. These cars have a very classic and elegant look and were produced only in limited numbers for two years. Fewer than 2300 Notchbacks were produced in total, of those 699 were T6 bodies.

Our car on offer has a known history and is a true California car sold new and always remained in the state with only 5(!) enthusiastic owners in 64 years! The current owner bought the car in March of 2019. Finished in the rare and desirable Oslo blue over a red interior, this car is stunning and one of the “Three Sisters” Notchbacks, that were featured in the 356 Car Alta Magazine in September of 2009.

The numbers matching Normal engine has been rebuilt under current ownership and has very few miles since. The car runs and drives fantastic.

This is a rare opportunity to own a Karmann built Notchback T6 Hardtop Coupe in fantastic colors and condition.

Please study all the photos closely to evaluate the condition of this car!

Located in Davis, CA. Pre purchase inspections welcomed!

Worldwide shipping is gladly arranged!

Price: $ 83,000.00

Please contact us for further information!

Office US: 1-530-268-4737

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Specs

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Year
1962
Make
Porsche
Model Family
356
Model Generation
356B
Model Variant
Notchback
Model Trim
-
VIN
202153
Mileage
28,577 mi TMU
Originality
Original & Highly Original
Engine
1.6L H4 (Normal - Type 616/1)
Transmission
Manual
Drive Type
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
Vehicle Type
Automobile
Body Style
Coupe
Driver Side
LHD
Doors
2 Doors
Color Group (Ext)
Blue
Color Group (Int)
Red/Burgundy

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