1960 PORSCHE 356B T5 1600 SUPER COUPE – MANUAL – 86,351 MILES SHOWING
Delivered new by Hamilton’s of Melbourne (Australian Porsche agents at the time).
Recently serviced by Porsche specialists in Adelaide, Rennen Motorsport of Marleston on the 20th of November 2025 at 86,351 miles.
Porsche Cars Australia have provided the following information about this delivery when new:-
Australian (Hamilton’s) delivered
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 109828
Model year 1959
Exterior colour Ruby Red
Green tinted windscreen
Hub caps with Porsche crest
This lovely example now presents in Silver with complimentary Red interior trim.
Sadly presented to us as part of a deceased estate, however from the large file of invoices and books given to us, the late owner was very fastidious and this car was obviously his pride and joy.
Amongst the paperwork we hold is evidence that this is not the original engine, but a 1600 engine which was bought up to Super 75 spec and possibly above with a hot camshaft, new distributor and enlarged and re-jetted Zenith carburettors. This work was done including the paint change around 2001-2002.
The following explains the subtle differences between the 1600 and 1600 Super models:-
The main difference between a Porsche 356B 1600 and a 356B 1600 Super is engine performance and components: the 1600 Super had significantly more horsepower (around 75 bhp vs. 60 bhp for the standard 1600) due to higher compression, upgraded carburettors (like larger Solex carbs), and other internal enhancements like stronger rods and different cylinder heads, making it a much sportier, higher-performance version of the standard model.
Visually, they shared the B-series updates, but the Super often featured distinctive hubcaps and sometimes specific exhausts or suspension options.
Key Differences Explained
• Engine Power: The standard 1600 produced about 60 horsepower, while the 1600 Super offered around 75 horsepower, a substantial increase for the era.
• Internal Components: The Super engine featured a higher compression ratio, larger carburettors (like Solex 40 PII-4), and often used stronger connecting rods and different valve gear (like those shared with the Super 90) for improved breathing and durability.
• Carburetion: The standard 1600 used single carburettors, whereas the Super models used larger, more efficient carbs, sometimes twin setups in higher trims like the Super 90, which used dual Solex carburettors.
• Visual Cues (Minor): While both shared the 356B’s updated body (higher bumpers, larger indicators), Supers often had domed hubcaps with the Porsche crest, a feature usually absent on the base 1600.
• Handling Options: While standard, the 1600 Super could be optioned with improved suspension components like softer torsion bars or rear compensating springs, enhancing its sporty nature.
In essence, the “Super” designation denoted a factory-tuned, higher-performance engine package, making it a significant step up from the entry-level 1600 model.
Powered originally by a 1582cc (1.6Lt) 4 cylinder Super engine, it produced 55.65Kw(75bhp) and 117Nm (86Ft/Lb) delivered to the rear wheels via a 4 speed manual gearbox. Performance figures at the time of release suggested 0-100kph in 13.7 secs and a top speed near 175kph.
Modifications done some 23 years ago suggest the above figures might have been improved upon.
If you have been looking for an Australian delivered 356 in very usable and fine condition, please consider this example on our state of the art showroom floor in Adelaide.
Eligible for Historic registration in most jurisdictions, this equates to minimal on road costs.
The current SA plates RRR356 may be available if slod in South Australia.
We can arrange transport door to door Australia wide. more
