1961 Porsche 356

1961 Porsche 356B Super Roadster ⢠VIN 89351 ⢠Engine No. 89139 - Matching ⢠Transmission No. 43351 - Matching ⢠Porsche Kardex ⢠Completed August 24, 1961 One of only 838 DâIeteren Roadsters built for 1961, this 356B represents one of the most desirable open variants of the T5 generation, combining the elegance of the Speedster style and interior with improved refinement and usability. Imported by Hoffman Motors of New York, finished in its original color combination of Condor Yellow (6010) and a Black interior with matching engine and transmission, per Porsche Kardex. The paintwork is in exceptional condition, with excellent gaps and panel fit. The exterior chrome is in excellent condition, including turn signal housings, Hella headlights with stone guards, Hella fog lights, reflectors, taillight lenses, and license plate lights. Both the front and rear decklids are matching, stamped â51â in the factory locations. The front trunk is fully detailed with a Lemmerz spare wheel (date-coded 2/61), a VDO fuel sending unit (date-coded 6/59), and an SWF windshield washer bag. The interior features an original VDM deep-dish steering wheel, VDO instrumentation, and a removable roll bar. Chrome 4.5â x 15â Lemmerz ventilated wheels with Super hubcaps mounted with Michelin XAS 165 HR15 tires (date coded 2021). The documented ownership dates back to 1986, when the 356 was acquired by Mr. Chapman, who retained and enjoyed the Roadster for several decades before commissioning a comprehensive restoration. Between 2015 and 2019, The Automotive Archeologists, Ltd. performed a bare-metal restoration to return the 356 to its original color combination, spending over $130,000. During this process, the engine was rebuilt using AA Performance pistons and cylinders, a Neutek SC 200 camshaft, new rod and main bearings, oil lines, gaskets, and oil return tubes. The interior was upholstered in German materials and reassembled using OEM hardware. In September 2022, The Automotive Archeologist