Description
HIGHLIGHTS:
SPECTACULAR RESTORATION TO FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS BY MARQUE SPECIALIST
ENGINE REBUILD AND MECHANICAL RESTORATION BY RENOWNED FOUR-CAM SPECIALIST, JACQUES LEFRIANT
EXQUISITE EXAMPLE OF THE TOP-OF-THE-LINE 356
MULTI-SHOW WINNER INCLUDING FIVE BEST OF CLASS AND THE COVETED PALMETTO AWARD AT THE HILTON HEAD CONCOURS D'ELEGANCE
ONE OF JUST 27 BUILT WITH FACTORY SUNROOF
MATCHING NUMBERS ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION CERTIFIED BY ITS KARDEX AND CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY
ACCOMPANIED WITH ITS ORIGINAL OWNER’S MANUAL, COPY OF FACTORY KARDEX, PORSCHE CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY, TOOLS, AND COMPREHENSIVE HISTORY FILE
DRIVES AND PERFORMS AS NEW!
GORGEOUS FACTORY COLOR COMBINATION
IMPECCABLY DOCUMENTED WITH IMPRESSIVE HISTORY FILE
JUST ONE OWNER SINCE 1989
ARGUABLY ONE OF THE BEST CARRERA 2 GS COUPES IN THE WORLD!
TREMENDOUS INVESTMENT POTENTIAL
OPPORTUNITY OF A LIFETIME TO ACQUIRE ONE OF THE VERY BEST
OPTIONS INCLUDE:
2. 0L DOHC FLAT-4 W/ 130HP
12V ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
LONG-DISTANCE 110 LITER FUEL TANK
FOUR-WHEEL HIGH-PERFORMANCE ATE DISC BRAKES
WOOD RIMMED STEERING WHEEL
CHROME HORN RING
AM/ FM RADIO
With an estimated 310 produced, the Porsche 356 B Carrera 2 is one of the rarest variations of the model. While standard 356s made do with a pushrod Flat-4, the Carreras received a special four-cam motor designed for racing. With 130hp in production trim, the cars were significantly quicker than the base model which cost roughly half as much. Bespoke disc brakes, extra cooling, and a special rear exhaust valence are some of the few tells that set the Carrera 2 apart visually. Naturally, the Carrera 2s were instantly collectible and offer some of the finest driving experiences of any 356.
Offered in its factory color scheme of Ruby Red over Black leatherette and Grey corduroy inserts, this marvelous 1962 Porsche 356 B 2000 Carrera 2 GS Sunroof Coupe showcases the pinnacle of Porsche's development during the early 1960s. This incredible machine was delivered to its Dr. Wolfgang Zerna, a university professor located in Hanover, Germany, in July of 1962. One of only 27 lucky owners of a Carrera 2 produced with a factory sunroof, Dr. Zerna's 356 was also optioned with ventilated chrome wheels and a chrome horn ring on its wood-rimmed steering wheel. By the late 1960s, the Carrera 2 was imported to San Fransisco by Seth Anderson, where it spent over 37 years before being sold to Check Lawson in Dallas in 2008.
Mr. Lawson commissioned a no-expense-spared, award-winning restoration. Renowned specialists at Jacques LeFriant performed a complete engine rebuild to factory specifications, ensuring the car presented as new. Upon completion, the car notably won several prestigious awards, including the Palmetto award at the Hilton Head Concours d'Elegance and five best of class awards. In 2016, Bonhams sold this 356 at their Scottsdale auction for $627, 000. Due to this 356 Carrera 2's unique combination of provenance, restoration quality, and historical significance, we believe this Porsche's investment potential will grow beyond your imagination. We proudly offer this sensational Porsche to the most astute collector, investor, or enthusiast who aspires to own a standout piece of automotive history at an investment price.
