kbbcpa5

Hello, I'm new to 356's but have owned Porsches since 1982. I'm looking at a 1964 356 C that is owned by a friend. The car is in #3 condition good overall shape. Has had the floor pans replaced. Engine has Webers. Sunroof that is manually operated (originally electric but the motor failed and can't be sourced).
Here's my question: the owner states that the engine is for a 1965 C and not a 1964 C. The case shows the proper 616/15 stamp. How important do you guys think the mismatched motor is to the value? Thanks, Kenny

DanielJ

All depends on what your intentions are for this car. Driver? Complete restoration to concours?

If a driver, moot point. Sunroof is a plus. Is the paint correct or at least period correct? Interior correct? Does he have the COA from Porsche?

Your best bet is to get registered with the 356 Registry and post your question there.

For me, the 356 is a great little car. Fun to work on, a pleasure to drive, and lots to learn about them.

Buy the best car in your budget range. Restoration can be/is very expensive.

tcsracing1

Matching numbers is alway important come resale time if seller wants good money.
I spent alot of time looking for 356C projects that have matching numbers to make the restorations worth while in terms of resale value.

However, For the right price i would take non matching numbers car as the 1964-1965 are better to drive than to park. But the price has to be right.

dave292

How much is he asking? Even though he's a friend you should do a PPI prior to buying the car to keep him a friend and not have any surprises. Order a C of A for sure. The trans may have been replaced also. Better to check upfront. There are plenty of "C's" out there right now for sale. Take your time.

jcnesq

Matching numbers definitely adds some value, however, there are lots and lots of 356's out there that do not have matching numbers. Unless you want to restore to concours condition, I'd say it doesn't matter much. Sunroof is a plus too.

My '60 coupe is matching numbers and as far as I can tell, it is overall very original, But needs paint and interior, and some other odds and ends (new glass, maybe some chrome), and my project this year is to decide whether to move forward to turn it into a very pretty driver, or sell it.

kbbcpa5

Thanks for the feedback. After further research, it appears that the engine number is within the range of engine numbers for a 1964 C. Going back tomorrow to take another look. If I bring it home, I'll post a picture.
Thanks agian

doublecabmel

I'd say $40ish

johnireland

I know a fellow who sold his B coupe with non matching numbers for just over $110,000...cash. It needed nothing.

89826

Used electric sunroof motors are definitely around. You just have to look in the right places.