1962 Porsche 356B T6 Super 90 Cabriolet

In September of 1959 Porsche revealed their fully updated 356 known as the 356B. This had a completely revised body that was more suitable for the American market. The 356B used the new T5 bodystyle which raised the front and rear bumpers nearly four inches. Furthermore the headlights were also repositioned higher to meet American regulations. Inside Porsche fitted a new deep dish steering wheel and deeper front seats.

New to the model was the Type 616/7 Super 90 engine which was an indirect replacement for the Carrera de Luxe models. The engine was fully revised with a new intake manifold, a larger Solex 40 PII-4 carburetor and the Carrera air filters. Other detail changes included 9.0:1 pistons, stronger valve springs, a different crankshaft with 55mm main bearings.

In August of 1961 Porsche revealed the updated T6 body with larger windows for the Coupe and twin engine grills on the rear deck. These had a much revised front trunk with a different gas tank that was accessed under a filler lid on the fender instead of the middle of the trunk. In 1963, the 356C marked the third and final update to the 356 model.

This left-hand drive 1962 Porsche 356 B Super 90 cabriolet is finished in one of the sleekest colour combinations of silver with blue leather interior and blue hood. The body was subject to a restoration in 2006 and was purchased by the current owner in Monaco. The paintwork today presents well and has been recently treated to a bare metal respray. The hood is in excellent condition and the interior a true delight, complete with original radio and clock. There are a number of bills in the history file from Porsche Monaco and the car has a current UK registration certificate.

This 356 cabriolet will be serviced, tuned, spark plugs changed and supplied with 1 year's MoT prior to the auction. The 356 Super 90 Cabriolet was produced in very limited numbers and only 600 of all T6 cabriolet variants were manufactured in 1961/62. With prices of 356 speedsters beginning to surpass £250,000, this attractive open-top Porsche looks a very reasonable ownership proposition.