DRIVEN: Ten Minutes In a Beautiful 1964 Porsche 356C
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- Опубликовано: 29 сен 2024
- In today's video, we don't learn much - but we do get to see me go rather gooey over a 1964 Porsche 356C.
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It is allways an absolute privilege to sit down to one of your videos James. You one of the few down to earth RUclipsrs who can give a relatively unbiased opinion on a car. Keep up the great work it’s much appreciated,
Mac
Thanks mac, very kind
I just love the 356 really i should drive one before i die. Thank you so much for this video it is such a delight to watch.
I used to own one, had it from new, and it was a fantastic car.
My Dad had the same model in silver! Awesome 29 PMY
The late Alan Clark absolutely raved about the 356, so it must have been good. But of course it wasn’t cheap.
I was genuinely smiling all the way through this review. Wonderful little car.
The joys of low powered low torqued light cars, as they are closer to pedalling but without actual effort, just patience.
Once you're at 50mph in a stretch and throw top gear in, transmission whines a bit, car starts to shake, to wander over patches and bumps, noise gets into the cabin, and you feel like having just approached Hunaudieres in a '60s le Mans, heading towards 360kph.
Straights never end and you eventually brake late for bends, going down each gears heel and toeing.
mmm reminds me of my 1994 honda civic
I love a good box as much as the next person who was born in the early 80s but man, imagining a time when the roads were filled with cars with these sorts of lines and shapes, makes me feel wistful for a time i never experienced. Beautiful car. 😍
What a beaut! The shade and sex appeal of 50s lipstick on wheels. It does clash with that shirt though (the anti- sex-appeal device), in a way the 993 turbo didn't. Also, this car has about the same power and weight as my old VW Polo, but looks like it's a million times more fun to drive. A back-to-back comparison with a boring car of the same power and weight would be enlightening as to what makes a car great to drive.
I was heading down the A928 towards Dundee one fine Tuesday afternoon last July, and had just crossed over the A94 just south of Glamis Castle. Suddenly a red Porsche 356 flashed past the other way showing an impressive turn of speed on a twisty section of road. Just as I was thinking what a rare sight that was, I rounded the bend to see James standing there, camera in hand. Then it all made sense.
HeyJames, glad to see you enjoyed the A928 as much as I do. It doesn’t go on forever, but it’s a sweet little stretch of road with some amazing views. Have really enjoyed all the Porsche content over the last few weeks.
I was wondering when it was filmed ,my daily commute road…..well before all the lockdown nonsense…
I would rather drive a 928
You'll get more enjoyment at driving a slow car fast than you will driving a fast car slow. 😊
Living close to Stuttgart, I am intrigued by Porsche's (early) history. What a great car the 356 is, a true Wirtschaftswunder masterpiece.
The 356 in my opinion is a beautiful art piece of a car
Small correction: The 90 PS SC version of the C had also 1.6 l, not 2.0 l. The 2.0 l Carrera 2 version had 130 PS.
Many years ago, I drove a 356A along the old A14. The car just flowed along the road, no fuss, no bother - afterwards my travelling companion and I worked out that for the last 50 miles of the journey, we'd averaged 80 mph.....without once going over 100mph!
Of course, the roads were pretty much free of traffic, very few speed restrictions and no cameras at all. But just the same, what a trip,
and what a magnificent car.
Absolutely I'm counting the number of "absolutely"s in James' videos. Currently I'm at 5,342,130...
Thanks for the nice review and scenery. I had one of these, a 1965 356C - silver with red interior. Got it new. Wish I still had it.
My personal favourite model of Porsche.
7:16 was the spirit of Clarkson voicing his displeasure with this "glorified beetle"
James, what old cars are a pig to drive? I disagree with the "old cars are pig to drive" because they were made for normal people to drive.
I drive a lot of old cars regularly from Mk1 Transits to S1 E types and all of them are a decent drive, one has heavier steering, another has less than ideally potent brakes but, for a daily commute, all serve their purpose without any scare.
What kind of pigs are you talking about? A Morris Marina?
The SC was not 2 litres but also a 1600 but at a higher state of tune, previously it had been referred to as the Super 90. The 2 litre was a later 912 engine. Porsches were more expensive than e-types because they represented, and continue to represent, the ultimate successful racing machine that was totally useable day to day and buyers were prepared to pay the premium. The e-type at the time was nonetheless also a superb vehicle.
And the Carrera was 2 litres.
To add specifics, the 912E had a 2 liter type 4 VW engine. The 65-69 912 had a detuned version of the 356SC 1600 engine. As William Keeley says, the Carrera engine available in the later 356s was 2 liters, hence "Carrera 2"
@@Jastor00 thanks for the additional info, it can also be mentioned for anyone looking for more detail that the 2 litre in the 356 was a completely different unit to the pushrod 1600 356’s and 2 litre 912’s. That 2 litre was a bored out Le Mans type 547 unit with twin shaft driven overhead cams and indeed was seen in the 356 as the Carrera2 in 1962 which predates the car being reviewed. It was an extremely rare and expensive car in the day as was the earlier 1600 Carrera, and it doesn’t bear thinking about what they go for today particularly in RHD. As an aside I was always a little disappointed when Porsche started using the Carrera moniker for their ‘normals’ as it took a little of the mystique away from the earlier models including the 2.7 911.
@@snowythecat9596 I agree, but at that time, Porsche, like many auto makers, were struggling for survival. So I can understand using Carrera name to sell their cars.
Just like the 356, a lot of cars were more expensive than am E type. I suppose the E type must have been a real bargain thinking about it now.
The 356 SC had the same 1.6L flat four in 1964 as the 356 C. It had a higher state of tune at 90HP. The only 2.0L available in the 356 range was the Carrera that had the very special and VERY expensive quad cam engine and that engine was I think around 130HP in street tune.
Correct on all points.
I see there are some other Porsche fans here!
@@richardmccaughey5928 Yes Sir count another Porsche enthusiast from Argentina!! Cheers mate great video on the 356 C, l like the best Porsche 356 Carrera 2, very fast !! 200 km/h straight from factory!!!
Fine looking classic car. Price did show how much of a bargain the E - Type Jag was. Great that both cars exist.
What a stunning car!!
You had to drive 356 B Carrera 2.
Porsche 356 series are indeed classics.
This is so beautiful...
A beauty and what a story, she is a stunner with great engine sound. And I appreciate your focus on the joys of motoring. Big horsepower all fine and dandy, but getting out
there with a car you enjoy driving the highways and byways, be it a retro Micra or a classic Porsche in this case, that is the fun. And in mesmerizing landscape! Thank you :)
One of the most beautiful cars ever
To coin a Jayemme euphonism.....looks too much like a beach buggy to me (then again every single 2 door sports car I look at now, fits that exact euphonism !_
Has to be the nicest looking car on earth ! simply beautiful looking design, thank you.
Faster than a Suzuki Crossover!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I could not be more envious that you got to drive a 356. I would dearly love to drive one myself.
Nice review of a beautiful car. But there was no 2 liter SC. The SC did produce 95 hp but was still a 1.6.
Love these cars back in the seventies, yes im that old, a chap I knew bought a runner for £300 and used it for grass tracking, it sat in his farm yard rotting away for years.
I have a 65 SC, it’s quite surprising and fun to drive. Will it go 80 down the highway, keep up with traffic, yes and yes. I’ve been pleasantly surprised by it.
What absolutely cracking review of this beautiful example!😍
Sorry to disagree but to me it is a beetle with a porsche badge ! 🤣
Designed like one, sounds like one, looks like one.
It's my second favorite Porsche, the Carrera GT being number 1.
Your word selection in terms of describing driving sensations was poor today sorry James.
Not only was it produced the year I was born, but it is an absolutely a beautiful Motor...thanks for the content Jay, appreciate it, Mate, from across the pond!!
Bring it back to South Africa!!
The SC wasn't 2 litre, it was 1582cc.
The joke back in the day was that they made the windows bigger so that you could see where you were going when the car spun out. I never got into them, they were expensive even in 1967 when I got my first car, a '64 101 Series Alfa Romeo Sprint Normale. Like the Porsche, the Alfa rusted heavily, I got into doing bodywork because of that car.
Mr Porsche?! That would be Doktor Porsche.
Only thing wrong with this vid, is that it was only 10mins long
This car is 1 year older than me, wish i was in as good nick.
356 is my dream car, like a lot of people! I'd love to drive and review one some day.
What a beautiful car - good to see it drives as well as it looks as so often older classics can be a disappointment to those of us brought up with more modern machinery. I remember driving a late E type V12 on a track and suddenly realising I couldn’t stop the thing as fast as I’d imagined..... I learned very fast that day.....
Awesome car. Fantastic video. Keep up the good work.
I really enjoy almost all of your videos James, but this is only the second or maybe third that I genuinely envy you the experience. A 356 on those roads? Just perfect!!
Love it! Fuel tank not right for a C, so that's a bit odd. The SC was still 1600cc but correct on the power👍
I'd rather own that than a brand new offering. I personally own a fine example of a Triumph Tr-250....Wouldn't trade it for the world...Performance and numbers matter, butt the ''aura'' that C model gives off is palpable...CLASS DISSMISSED
Hi lovely car and you looked like you enjoyed this car 😂
interesting non standard gas tank
Nice that you review these older cars too and can identify which ones are a little easier te drive. This 356 just looks perfect, I must say! And 75 hp is adequate enough for a car that old and light.
Good talk old boy!
James: Much appreciated your videos. You bring such a humility and authenticity to your videos.
Addictive to watch ! Regards from Singapore
Slick, don’t you know 911 is pronounced Nine One One.
The SC was same 1.6 with two Solex two barrels and a hotter cam. I’ve had a Super (1960 Super Roadster), SC coupe and a 912.
It sounds like a Beatle driving off. In actuality, it is a Karmen Kia hopped up. The Karmen Kia is a better-looking car. IT TRULY IS! There are many people who have built up the Karmen Kia.
The price for a 356 is insane is all hype.
The drive-by shots made me think of one of my favourite computer games; Need for Speed - Porsche unleashed.
Terrific video as always!
Beautiful! lots of lovely sports cars like this get bloated out or spoilt on later models...Porsche, E-Type, 240Z etc etc
ive liked this video for 2 reasons....1 for how beautiful this car is
2. thrashing that Suzuki in a 50+ year old car...utterly brilliant
Fantastic thank you
It's a very cool car
Beautiful car thanks for sharing 👍.
Give me style over pure speed anytime. 👏🏽 as Jay Leno says, you get the most enjoyment accelerating below 60 anyway in a real world situation. Great review. 🎗
lovely old thing.... the similarities with the beetle, being a child whose father owned several and to which i can attest are no matter. beetles were excellent automobiles.
...i miss vent windows. convenient places to ash your cigarette and dispense with the butt. :)
I had a 356B and miss it dearly. Every one I’ve driven has been an absolute sweetheart of a car. My personal favorite Porsches.
Just beautiful xx
Excellent video, delightful car - I think I could live with it though the price is still a bit challenging !
When this video started I could've swore I heard the start of Autobahn 🤣👍
Absolutely stunning Porsche.
Lovely car, and great video as ever. But no mention of the convertible, or countless replicas such as Chesil...
when I would brake quick in my 67 bug the back seat would fall forward too. So I guess it is a beetle!
Absolutely beautiful. Performance before it came loaded with pretense. It has what I like to refer to as 'that steel wheel charm'.
Beautiful 🤤
What a beauty
I’ve never seen one before she’s a beauty 👍🇦🇺
God what a sound that car has! Superb vehicle. Porsche is a dream brand for most of us.
I have had the privilege to drive the 911 of that era. Why is it with Porsches of that vintage we are always smiling?
Porsch or Porsche? Get it right..............
Wie bitte?
What a great looking car, pure and simple....timeless as well😎
Impressive overtake! Brilliant to see the grandaddy still has it. Huge grin factor. Love it!
Something quite cool about an old car driven fast on the road
A friend had a white 356 convertible in the 80s and it was in basic running condition for the road. They were cheap back then about $5-10k. But for the money they were very cheap and chic cool for the time.
Beautiful car great video thanks for giving us such a treat!
First time I’ve ever seen jay overtake someone 😂 brilliant absolutely brilliant
Fine episode ..... love the retro features.
what a beauty
Missed this treat at the time. Very much enjoyed. Thank you.
One of the prettiest shapes the cabriolet even more so.
Had a soft spot for these, ever since NFS Porsche 2000.
Great Video 👍
What a gorgeous piece of motoring history.
Elton John called, he wants his shirt back!
A verry good looking and verry fast Beetle !
loved the experience you shared
well done !!
Great video. Pure enjoyment!
Beautiful car that’s what a call a real classic !
The 356C is worth 3 months.
100K today, ask next week for an update
Oh bless 75 bhp Porsche. I bet it feels fast.
I'm glad you reviewed a car like this even as you said you weren't teaching anything here about the car. This was enjoyable. I didn't know this was on a par with the E-type
price-wise. I would have never thought that. The E-type was a stunner too but seemingly more sophisticated and complex for the same money.
I have a 2016 981 Spyder and I still lust after one of these. I wish I bought one when they were the unwanted stepchild. In the 70's you could find good ones cheap. No more.