1960 Porsche 356

To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION WITHOUT RESERVE at RM Sothebys Arizona event, 23 January 2026.
Offered Without Reserve $125,000 - $175,000 USD

• An authentic Super 90 Roadster, fitted with Porsches high-performance 1.6-liter flat-four
• Originally dispatched to San Francisco, California
• Powered by a non-original, correct-type Super 90 engine
• Benefitted from $35,000 in refurbishment, including a bare metal repaint, in 2023
• Accompanied by a copy of its original Kardex
• An impressive 356 variant that blends Speedster excitement with genuine touring comfort

Melding the Porsche 356 Speedsters racing character with practical enhancements, the 356 Convertible D debuted in late 1958, with the D designation reflecting German coachbuilder Drauz. Key refinements included a taller windshield, wind-up door glass, and a proper convertible top, blending the Stuttgart automakers signature performance spirit with genuine weather protection. In 1960, Porsche would replace the 356 Convertible D with the 356 B Roadster and continue its collaboration with Drauz.

Visually, the Roadsters T-5 body featured updated styling with reshaped front fenders, raised bumpers, and repositioned headlights. The flowing lines, elongated windshield, and gracefully proportioned cabin which retained the Speedsters minimalist interior and simple three-gauge instrument cluster showcased Drauzs mastery of coachwork design. For enthusiasts seeking the Roadsters fullest expression, there was the 1600 Super 90 engine, a 1.6-liter flat-four producing roughly 90 horsepower. With a higher-lift camshaft, revised compression ratio, and dual Solex carburetors, it delivered lively acceleration and versatile drivability, suitable for both daily touring and spirited weekend jaunts.

This genuine 356 B Super 90 Roadster was completed on 27 September 1960, finished in Silver Metallic (6006) over red leatherette trim with optional reclining seats, per a copy of its Kardex. It was dispatched to Porsche Car Pacific in San Francisco, and its first owner was named Harold Cole and lived in Woodleaf, California, the Kardex indicates. Somewhere along the cars journey, its original engine was replaced with another type-616/7 Super 90 engine, which continues to power it today. In October 2023, the car received a $35,000 refresh by Tom Blacks Garage of Portland, Oregon, which included a bare-metal respray in its current black finish, as well as minor sheet metal repairs, brightwork replating, a new windshield, and new rubber body seals.

Blending mid-century elegance with spirited performance and convenient weather protection, this genuine Super 90 Roadster would make an ideal choice for any number of prestigious tours and rallies worldwide a classic that embodies the remarkable character of vintage Porsche motoring.
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