Ferrari South Bay is proud to offer this spectacular 356B Roadster by de'leteren Freres, who produced all 356B Roadsters in 1961, the final year of the model's production. The 356B Roadster was based on the highly successful 356 Speedster, with d'Ieteren Freres further improving both the comfort and driving beyond the 356B. Today Roadsters by de'leteran Freres are considered among the most desirable Porsches of their era, being more attractive, comfortable and capable than the previous Speedster, offering more refined driving via improved steering and transaxle. Chassis 89024 was originally imported by Hoffman Motors, and was purchases by its current owner in 1999. The numbers-matching car was then completely (and sympathetically) restored by various highly-respected and skilled Porsche specialists.
David Pullman rebuilt, repaired, and ultimately refinished the car's tub, while Romeo Battilana of Edwardstown Motor Repairs refinished it in period-correct Standard Silver with Black Leatherette triming the interior (along with correct carpeting, also in black). A new Robbins top in black cloth was fitted, along with a custom-made matching tonneau cover.
The rebuild of the engine was overseen by Alan Hamilton - previous manager-director of Porsche Cars Australia - and at his recommendation, a factory-supplied big-bore kit was fitted, which increased displacement to 1,720cc. The rebuild work itself was performed by Eddy Hackel, who formerly manageed the Service Department at Porsche Cars Australia. Charles Appel - Porsche Specialist in Brisbane - rebuilt the transaxle. The overall restoration and refurbishment is to the highest standard, with exceptional attention to detail commensurate with the period reviews of the car. Road & Track commented on the extraordinarily high standards of finish and workmanship, which is still present today.
Chassis 89024 is complete, with numbers-matching original engine case and transaxle, as confirmed by Porsche Kardex. It offers both excellent low-end torque and high-end horsepower, while remaining in concours condition.
Chassis no. 89024; Engine no. 604575
1,720cc Overhead Valve Flat 4 Engine
Dual Solex Carburetors
80bhp at 4,500rpm (estimated)
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