Porsche 356 B 1600 GS Carrera GT
Highlights
- Extremely rare factory GT version of the four-cam Carrera
- Raced in period at the Macau Grand Prix
- Extensively prepared for racing and events by Prill Porsche Classics
The Porsche 356 Carrera GT model first emerged in 1955, with Porsche installing its high performance, four-cam “Carrera” racing engine in the small 356 production car. The 1960 / 61 Carrera GT version of the 356 B featured multiple detail modifications from the standard road car.
To save weight, the doors, engine lid and bonnet were made from aluminium rather than steel and the side windows were Plexiglass. The suspension was modified, the front brakes were larger, twin front oil-coolers were fitted and the wheels had aluminium rims rivetted to steel centres. The four-cam engine had been evolved in both its design and capacity and offered 135 hp from its 1,600cc.
In our view, the 356 Carrera GT has everything: rarity, history, looks, engineering pedigree and eligibility. To that, the current owners have added considerable development as well as the prestigious Goodwood appearance.