Porsche 356 B
The Porsche 356 B updated the company's first sports car with revised styling and more power, creating a blue-chip classic. It's an approachable icon with a wide market range reflecting its various body styles, engines, and conditions.
Find one with Spotter →Porsche 356 B sold for a median of $116,964 over the last 12 months, based on 88 auction sales; the middle 50% sold between $71,657 and $162,550. 110 currently for sale.
The 356 B succeeded the 356 A in late 1959, bringing significant styling updates. The new T5 body featured raised headlights and bumpers, moving the car's appearance further from its Volkswagen roots. For 1962, Porsche introduced the T6 body with a larger rear window, an external fuel filler, and a revised engine lid with twin grilles.
Collectors value the 356 B for its blend of classic styling and improved usability. It retains the simple, analog feel of the 356 A but often includes more powerful engines like the 75 hp "Super" or the 90 hp "Super 90." With Coupe, Cabriolet, and the desirable Drauz- and D'Ieteren-built Roadster variants, there's a 356 B for different tastes, while the ultra-rare, 4-cam Carrera 2 models sit at the top of the hierarchy.
The 356 B market is mature and well-established, with an average sale price hovering around $100,000. Coupes are the most common and offer the lowest cost of entry, while open-top cars and high-performance versions command significant premiums. A car's value is heavily dependent on originality, documentation, and condition, as rust repair can be very expensive.
Buying Tips
- Rust is the biggest enemy; thoroughly inspect the floors, longitudinals, battery box, and the bottom of the doors and fenders.
- Verify matching numbers for the engine and chassis using a Porsche Certificate of Authenticity to confirm originality.
- Check panel gaps and look for signs of poor accident repair, as wavy panels or heavy filler can hide major issues.
- Carrera 2 models use a complex 4-cam engine that is exceedingly expensive to rebuild, so a pre-purchase inspection by a specialist is critical.
- Prioritize cars with extensive service histories and restoration documentation, which adds significant value and transparency.
Based on 290 recent sales, prices for the Porsche 356 B range from $1,000 for projects to $575,000 for top-spec variants.
1,277 Porsche 356 B vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars, with 110 currently live.
Data sourced from Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids, eBay Motors, PCarMarket, and Collecting Cars. Updated daily.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Porsche 356 B cost?
Over the last 12 months, Porsche 356 B sold for a median of $116,964 across 88 auction sales tracked on Hypercars; the middle 50% sold between $71,657 and $162,550. There are 110 currently for sale.
How many Porsche 356 B listings are for sale right now?
There are 110 Porsche 356 B listings currently live across auctions, dealers, and marketplaces tracked by Hypercars.
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