Porsche 356 B 1600 Super 90 Roadster
Highlights
- Fitted with a period-correct 1600 Super 90 engine
- US-delivery example; sold new through Hoffman Motors of New York City
- Rudge-style wheels
1960 Porsche 356 B Roadster by Drauz – RM Sotheby’s
From its humble beginnings, Porsche’s 356 evolved into the car that established both Porsche and the 356 as industry icons. A class win at Le Mans in 1951 showed its capabilities, but it was legendary New York dealer Max Hoffman who influenced the factory and made it desirable among wealthy American buyers. The 356 B model ran for three years from 1960, featuring styling changes and technical upgrades. Launched at the 1959 Frankfurt Show, the body, designated the T6, featured raised headlamps, a re-designed fuel tank for better luggage space, and a larger front boot lid. The interior boasted better instrumentation and more comfortable seats, and the convertible got a better top. It was a sophisticated European sports car capable of a 185 km/h top speed. The model attracted celebrities like Steve McQueen and Janis Joplin.
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