Car & Classic Premium Dealer

Fiskens

14 Queens Gate, Place Mews, LONDON

SW7 5BQ

1963 Porsche T6B 356 Carrera 2GT SOLD

1963 Tour de France entry at the hands of Eddy Meert & Wim de Jonghe and winner of 1964 12 Hours of Huy
      One of sixteen examples of the ultimate specification 2 litre, 4cam competition 356
      Beautifully prepared and a highly successful past participant on the Tour Auto
Chassis number: 125 107                                          
To say that 125107 is amongst the very best and most significant Porsche 356s in existence does not really begin to convey just how important this GT B Type Carrera really is. Porsche’s factory notes state that only 16 Carrera 2 GTs were made, but it is unclear how many T6B 356 Carrera 2 GTs made up that number, as the marque does not retain any definitive records on this matter. Indeed, experts believe that the number produced ranges from as few as two to five examples.
We do know that at Le Mans in 1963, Porsche entered their two works Type 356 B 2000cc Carrera GT ‘Dreikantschabers’ in the 2. 0 Litre GT class. In 1964, Porsche’s new model, the 904, was launched and this took the factory reins for the next edition of the famous Le Sarthe race, meaning a short works lifespan for the T6B 356.
The T6B 356 is, in essence, a thinly disguised out-and-out road racer. Featuring an aluminium bonnet, doors and rear engine cover, minimal bumpers, Perspex side and rear screens, a stripped interior (including a deleted glovebox lid for lightness!), roll hoop and Porsche designed annular disc brakes, the model weighed in at under 850 kilos, making it lighter than the pre-A racer.
With a body completed by coachbuilder, Reutter, on 21st June 1963 and a production completion date of 25th June, 125107 features super rare aluminium doorframes and a tube-framed rear bonnet. The Porsche was delivered directly to first owner, the competitive Belgique driver Eddy Meert, in July 1963. Meert owned the car for just one year, but during that time he entered two very important events, the most notable being that year’s edition of the Tour de France.
During the 1950s, this event had grown in stature and was widely recognised in the early 1960s as the premier motorsports contest for both the GT and Touring categories. Not for the faint-hearted, the event featured nine days of grueling competition including nine circuit races, seven hill climbs and a 5, 700 kilometre rally route. Reflecting the GT world at large, the Tour’s 1963 entry was dominated by the GTO. However, Meert certainly made an impression with 125107, achieving a notable tenth place in the two-hour race around the Le Sarthe Circuit at Le Mans. There is a wonderful photo collection of the Porsche competing on the Tour in the history file, along with photos of Dickie Stoop’s sister car, chassis number 125108.
The other notable achievement by Meert in 125107, was a first place in the Grand Tourisme class at the 1964 edition of the 12 Heures de Huy as number 19. Period reports of the race claim that Meert veritably dominated the class with the 356, which was no mean feat given the competition.
After the Huy event, Meert moved on to the latest 904. 125107 was passed beween a small number of Belgique and German owners until it was brought to the UK in 1996 by new owner and renowned Porsche aficionado, John Ruston. The Porsche was still in very original condition and was maintained then onwards between Maxted-Page & Prill and German four-cam specialist, Karl Hloch. The latter rebuilt the engine in 2009. During John’s tenure, the 356 was a regular podium scorer on the Tour Auto, always scoring particularly well on the regularity tests. It also competed at the Liege Rome.
In recent times, the 356 has been resprayed in its original Porsche colour, Ruby Red and fitted with original specification black leatherette seats.
From one of the most revered and discerning collectors, 125107 is offered for sale with HTP papers, a FIVA Identity Card and Porsche certificate of authenticity. As Robert Coucher writes, ‘The Porsche 356 is a cult car. The 356 world is more than just the cars: it’s the people, the events, the competition, the racing. Owning a 356, you join an international group of individuals who appreciate engineering excellence in single-minded sports cars.’ And, as 356s go, it really doesn't get much better than 125107.

This advert has now been removed through sale or otherwise.
Please see the list below for similar live adverts.

Similar Adverts

Replica Porsche Chamonix 550 . VW Chassis. VW Golf 1.9L MK3 Engine (Simple maintenance and parts). Always Garaged. Genuine Very Low Milage . Recently Fully Professional Refubish including: Complete Electric Rewire. New Classic Style rear LED lights, New Classic Wooden Steering Wheel, New Classic Allow Wheels ...

4,000
1 Mar 2024
Northern Ireland
Private

In last stage of complete nut and bolt restoration,factory numbered panels all over,original gearbox,587/1 correct engine,absolute stunning bodywork and factory ruby red paintwork with black full leather,big gas tank 70 litre,electric sunroof(1 of 32),documented restoration.

25 Mar 2024
Germany
27
Picture of 2006 Iconic 387 Speedster - For Sale

ICONIC 387 Speedster Iconic Autobody 387 Speedster Homage . BESPOKE COACH BUILT ON THE PORSCHE 987 BOXSTER PLATFORM . SPEEDSTER 356 INSPIRED, RETRO STYLED . MODERN DRIVETRAIN MASTERPIECE . Built from a 52035 Mile , 2006, 2.7L , Manual Porsche 987 . Finished in a stunning Porsche Arctic Silver metallic ...

52,035
22 Mar 2024
Essex
Premium Dealer (see stock)
1
10
Picture of 1953 Porsche Pre-A 1500 - For Sale

Porsche 356 Pre-A Coupe in excellent condition. Building year 1953, chassis number *51009*. Delivered new to dealer Hoffman in 1953. We bought the car completely dismantled on an auction in Italy where it stood in a warehouse for over 15 years. Restored with correct two-piece type engine (very rare). The engine number ...

22 Mar 2024
Belgium
Premium Dealer (see stock)
20
Picture of 1962 Porsche 356 B T6 Notchback Karmann coupe - For Sale

The notchbacks actually started out from the factory as cabriolets. The first built 1961 Karmann notchback T5’s were Reutter cabriolets that had hard tops welded on permanently. A total of 2290 of these cars were built. These were the very first Porsche’s built by Karmann, but were not badged on the right side fender ...

8 Mar 2024
Belgium
Premium Dealer (see stock)

To restore, it's almost complete. From USA (Florida), all duties for EU are paid in Holland. We can restore the car and do the registration. Price on request. The informations about this advertisement are only indicative and aren’t binding, the customer has to check the real conditions of the car. Carrozzeria ...

100,000
22 Mar 2024
Italy

she is from any point of view a pleasure, total dream to drive and to look at. Tastefully & professionally built. 912 engine overhauled and fitted with sensible upgrades to complement her looks .<br><br>

70,566
23 Jan 2024
South Africa
Private

Overall condition is good considering its age, priced to sell taking into regard welding needed underneath. Starts and drives fine. A classic car on the rise value wise and only a couple years until mot and tax exempt.<br><br>Bought as a project to complete the welding and get tested for the summer weather but i doubt ...

111,000
26 Feb 2024
Yorkshire
Private

PORSCHE 912 1969 TANGERINE Please do not read this if you are looking for a ?correct? 912, as this one is quite heavily modified. Imported by me in 2016, it was in reasonable condition when I bought it but had some rust issues and was mechanically poor. I fully restored it and registered it in 2021. It has had a full ...

15,500
21 Feb 2024
Surrey
Private

Only 2 owners-One of a kind cobalt blue LATE MANUAL C4S on 2005 plate HPI CLEAR 12 MONTHS MOT until March 2025 - 128,000 warranted miles - Very looked after vehicle IMS upgraded - Full Porsche service history- huge file including IMS upgrade Invoice. Engine/gearbox absolutely perfect. Recent £2500 work carried out ...

128,000
16 Mar 2024
Suffolk
Private

Porsche 356 AT2 COUPÉ - 1959 - Red and inside beige leather&fabric - Fully restored to new - Matching numbers - GT Préparation - Engine prepared - Disk brakes - Bucket seats - Adjustable dampers - Back cover air intakes - Central exhaust - Long lights - GT Tank - Grid lights Contact: + 33 (0)5 56 03 09 47 (French ...

21 Mar 2024
France
20
Picture of 1952 Porsche 356 Pre-A 1500 - For Sale

Built in December 1952, this Pre-A coupe with the early one-piece windscreen with distinctive profile was first registered on 1st January 1953. In 2014 the car was imported into the UK from California and registered on 1st may 2014. Before the car left California the following work was undertaken: a full body restoration ...

17 Mar 2024
Belgium
Premium Dealer (see stock)

The Ultimate understated number plate For the ultimate prestigious Car Owner who has come from Rags to Riches Unpretentious and most apt for the Self Made Entrepreneur Tycoon Ready to assign now - Currently on a Certificate of Entitlement (V750) This Registration has been professionally valued due to its rarity ...

23 Mar 2024
Sussex
Private
11
Picture of 1961 Porsche 356B Carrera GT - For Sale

  Rare factory 4-cam Carrera GT delivered with Fuhrmann 4-cam engine Sole known RHD example surviving, of 3 built Period history 3rd at Macau GP, recent competition at 2021 Goodwood Revival Initial restoration by Tiziano Serratini and Arno Reinbacher Race engine and substantial recent works by Prill Porsche Classics This ...

15 Mar 2024
Hertfordshire
Premium Dealer (see stock)

Porsche Boxster 2.7 Tiptronic S finished in Seal grey metallic with black leather interior and black roof. First registered on the 4th July 2003 by Porsche Centre Reading, the first owner was a Mr Lee from Reading who did a great job in ordering a well specified Boxster. Being a facelift model this Boxster has a glass ...

88,082
17 Feb 2024
Lancashire

Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 1988 Nice targa with the nice 3.2L engine. Renovated years ago and still in great condition. The color combination suits the model very well. Chassis number: WPOZZZP1ZKS160520 Odometer reads: 124700 Miles Last classic seen in DK: 17.10.2022 Latest registration number in DK: DT67936. Subject to typing ...

124,700
5 Mar 2024
Denmark
11
Picture of 1961 Porsche 356B Carrera GT - For Sale

Rare factory 4-cam Carrera GT delivered with Fuhrmann 4-cam engine Sole known RHD example surviving, of 3 built Period history 3rd at Macau GP, recent competition at 2021 Goodwood Revival Initial restoration by Tiziano Serratini and Arno Reinbacher Race engine and substantial recent works by Prill Porsche Classics This ...

12 Mar 2024
London
Premium Dealer (see stock)

- Einer von nur 27 Fzg. mit elektr. Schiebedach - Sehr originale Karosserie - AT-Motor vom Carrera-Spezialisten überholt Porsche baute den 356 von 1948 bis 1965 - die letzte und stärkste Evolutionsstufe war der Carrera 2000 GS mit 130 PS ( dem sogn. Fuhrmann Motor ). Ernst Fuhrmann, der spätere Vorstandsvorsitzende, ...

11 Mar 2024
Germany

- Hervorragende Karosseriebeschaffenheit - Aus bekannter Porsche Sammlung - „Reutter“ Zertifikat Beschreibung: Bei dem hier präsentierten 356 B Coupé handelt es sich um eine späte Ausführung, die bereits mit der T6 Karosserie (vom Typ C) versehen wurde. Ursprünglich wurde das Fahrzeug in die USA geliefert ...

21,667
11 Mar 2024
Germany

- Umfangreich teilrestauriert - Sehr schöner Zustand - Herausragende Fahreigenschaften Beschreibung: Maxie Hoffman, der erfolgreichste Porsche Verkäufer in den USA, hat 1952 die Idee eine leichte, offene und besonders sportliche Version des 356 nach Amerika zu bringen und lässt den „American Roadster“ entwickeln. ...

11 Mar 2024
Germany