For decades, Porsche has had a large following and perfectly captures the essence of what makes driving so enjoyable today. It all began sometime in the late 1940s, when Porsche introduced its first production model: the 356. Small, lightweight, with a rear-mounted engine, and built with a very clear purpose: driving.We know many owners who have owned a Porsche 356 for many years. That comes as no surprise to us. You grow attached to a Porsche like this. Why? Because of its compact build, the responsive steering, and the fact that the 356 has a certain charm—you simply form a bond with the car. The feeling is hard to explain, but if you own or have owned a Porsche 356, you probably understand exactly what we mean. By 1964, the Porsche 356 had evolved into the 356C. The final series of the 356 line. Not because it’s suddenly completely different, but precisely because everything has been refined just a bit further—an evolution rather than a revolution. Disc brakes all around, for example. And an engine that feels a bit more powerful and refined than before. The example you see here is a 1964 356C 1600 Coupé. Finished in silver-gray with a full red interior. A timeless combination that’s hard to miss. The color scheme is stunning. This Porsche has been restored and refurbished to a standard reminiscent of how things were often done in the late ’90s: solidly and with attention to detail.Under the hood lies the familiar 1.6-liter four-cylinder boxer engine. Air-cooled, of course, as befits a 356. Driving a 356 like this is a delightful experience. Thanks to the restoration work, this Porsche drives exactly as you’d expect: light, responsive, and solid.This specific example has a German registration (now deregistered) and has been treated with care over the years. Many people will say that this Porsche looks like a show-quality restoration. But perhaps even more important is that it drives just as you’d hope. And that’s ultimately what matters. This Porsche does that like no other. A truly beautiful 356. We love these cars.Do you like this Porsche as much as we do? Contact Gallery Aaldering today—a family business since 1975 specializing exclusively in the finest and best cars in the world. We export our vehicles worldwide; please inquire about the possibilities.
