60 years ownership: 1963 Porsche 356C Coupé

The example presented here is a 1963 Porsche 356C Coupé, a car that combines historical charm, authenticity, and an exceptionally linear ownership history — qualities that have become increasingly rare in a collectors’ market crowded with heavily restored and poorly documented vehicles. According to the seller, the car was purchased in 1965 at Auto Sebastian in Mannheim and later shipped to the United States, where it spent its entire life between Ohio and Wisconsin, maintained by specialist workshops such as Stoddard Imported Cars, Ecurie Engineering, and Fabson AG.

The car is finished in classic Signal Red (code 6407) paired with a timeless interior featuring original black-and-white houndstooth fabric inserts, a detail that captures the sporty yet sophisticated atmosphere of the period. The dashboard still retains its European-spec instruments and original Becker AM/FM radio, while the car is equipped with a factory-supplied replacement 1600 engine. The bodywork is described as solid, rust-free, with sound floor pans and well-aligned panels, while the paintwork — completed around twenty years ago — still presents good shine. The car is running and ready to be driven, although its last service was performed in 2021.

Completing the specification are period accessories such as a Lietz luggage rack, four Marchal rally lamps, and classic chrome steel wheels. All these details enhance its vintage look and grand touring character, making this 1963 356C Coupé an appealing opportunity for anyone seeking an authentic, well-preserved example with more than sixty years of documented history in the hands of a single owner. Find it for sale at $67,500 here in Astoria, NY. 

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