1961 Porsche 356 Roadster. Last Single Grill Roadster Made By Porsche on 2040-cars
Springfield, Virginia, United States
1961 Porsche 356 D'Ieteren Roadster. It is the last single grill example made, chassis number 89483. It does not have the original engine or transmission. The engine is built on a 1960 Normal case P 604667. A very strong engine, it was rebuilt with Solexes, Mahle Ps & Cs, and a mild cam. MSD distributor and ignition system. 12 Volt electricals, small diameter generator. It has been painted Platinum Silver, it was originally Ivory 6004. Gray square weave carpet with piping to match the Lobster leather. The metal work, bodywork, and mechanicals were done to a very high standard by Lowell Sivey approximately 10 years ago. No rust. It drives beautifully, and honestly needs nothing other than to be driven and maintained. If returning it cosmetically to original condition is desired, it would be relatively straightforward as all of the mechanical and bodywork is done. It has been stored in a climate controlled garage, and driven less than 4000 miles since the work was completed. Routine maintenance was performed by Karosserie Ltd. in Fairfax VA as needed., and it was serviced this September. It was restored some years ago, and it is not perfect. That said, it is nicer in most ways than many freshly restored examples.
The car is available for inspection by appointment in Northern Virginia. |
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