Sometimes the most compelling barn finds are the ones that never made it far from home. This 1964 Porsche 356C Coupe is exactly that, a Connecticut-based classic that’s been off the road since the early 1970s. Originally finished in Ruby Red over black, it was sold new in Farmington, CT, and has only moved about 60 miles since, now offered for sale out of Groton with a clean title. Found in dry storage and still wearing much of its original charm, this numbers-matching C Coupe is listed here on Facebook Marketplace and offers serious potential for the right Porsche enthusiast. Thanks for the tip T.J.!
The 356C marked the final evolution of Porsche’s 356 line, featuring four-wheel disc brakes and improved driving manners. This one still retains its original engine (#711143) and gearbox (#72699), though the motor has been removed from the chassis and replaced temporarily with a different unit (#607231). The seller confirms the original drivetrain is included, making this a proper numbers-matching project.
The original black interior is still present, and while it shows decades of storage wear, features like the factory wood steering wheel remain intact—a desirable and correct touch that adds both style and value. The dash appears untouched, and overall, the cabin tells the story of a car that was never torn apart or modified.
The current engine is not original to the car, but since the matching unit comes with the sale, this build can be returned to factory-correct specs without hunting down hard-to-find pieces. That’s a huge win in the world of early Porsches, where provenance and originality are king.
The underside appears mostly intact but shows typical rust, so any buyer should expect to undertake some metal work. Still, given how complete and unmolested this 356C is, the foundation is stronger than most finds of this vintage. Cars like this are getting harder to come by, especially with matching drivetrains and local histories.
For collectors or experienced restorers, this is a Porsche with real upside, honest, complete, and unrestored. Would you bring it back to concours condition, or preserve the patina and drive it as a survivor?
Porsche and patina don’t rhyme. Owned two of the Cs and they are great drivers. Bought right this would be a good one to get back on the road with.
That rust looks a lot pass the patina stage.
The seller has it listed for $35,000.
Pretty high price for something that needs a bunch of metal work.
Double HO CHI MAMA! Another one. Watch the price escalate!
35,000 and then another 50,000 to finish And then what do you have a hopped up VW. No thanks, never understood the attraction rather have a 90’s Corvette for less money and run circles around this car. I would rather have a car with better manners in the corners. Yes I have driven one, a super 90, no I was not impressed.
I agree with you, Geoff!
Another Geof (joff), here.
I’ve always loved and wanted one of these. They are spectacular drivers cars especially when driven in their proper environments.
Like sports car courses, back roads, or simply just tooling around.
Thing is, there are so few complete numbers matching examples available anymore. And, it’s a Porsche! No stock VW I’ve ever owned and I can count over 20 over the years could hold a candle to this Porsche on any level.
Best fortune with the sale. I only wish it was mine!
Body work on a 356 is a very expensive proposition. I guess if you can buy one for a very reasonable price and you really have a hard on for these cars, then whatever it takes will be justified. I would think it to be more prudent to find one in good shape with solid history. You might break even on cost but even if it cost a little more, peace of mind is worth the difference. IMHO , of course.