1961 Drauz Roadster # 88945, matching numbers, factory correct slate gray/red

Price: - Item location: Puyallup, Washington, United States
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1961 Porsche 356

1961 Drauz Roadster #88945, 1600, engine #604752, trans #42570, slate gray/red, matching numbers and factory colors per Kardex. Panels match. Delivery date January 1961. Currently running a 1962 S90 engine #806543, (casting #62248 616/7) and type 741 trans #75055 1/64, 2C. Original matching engine #604752 as long block, andrebuilt original transmission #42570 included in the sale along with the currently installed S90 engine and C transmission.Reclining seats as factory option. Custom wood steering wheel by Jack Arct and original VDM steering wheel included. 5 1/2" chrome wheels with Pirelli P8 185x65 R15, but 5 newly restored correct date stamped 4 1/2" steel wheels included. Carwas converted to 12 volt in 2006, but with original parts retained to convert back to 6 volt also included in the sale. Older repair on battery box floor, and there was alsoa body repaint. Receipt for undercoating June,1975.Floor and longitudinals look to be original and solid. Upholstery appears to be original and in excellent condition. Hartz top and top frame in excellent condition, too. Records back to 1972, with one owner for 25 years. Jack, top boot, and tonneau cover included.
This is a rare opportunity to obtain a wonderfully strong driving and smooth handling Drauz roadster with correct factory matched running gear included with an S90 engine and 741 transmission in the car. Enjoy driving while the valuable original running gear sits in the corner ofyour garage. Other cars and other priorities dictate the sale of this car. You will be hard pressed to find another opportunity like this one. I am a long time 356 owner and 356 Registry member. Reserve is reasonable for all that is being offered. Car is being offered as is, where is. No warranties offered, either expressed or implied. Buyer to arrange and coordinateshipping details.