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Porsche 356 (356B) Super 90
Porsche 356B Super 90: The Refined Performer
What is it?
The Porsche 356B Super 90 represents the pinnacle of the 356 line’s maturity, blending the brand’s signature air-cooled simplicity with a higher-output engine tune. Introduced as part of the T5 body style updates, it offered a more accessible yet spirited driving experience that bridged the gap between the standard models and the more complex Carrera variants.
Why it's interesting
Enthusiasts gravitate toward the Super 90 for its specific combination of increased power and road-going usability. It remains a definitive example of Porsche's philosophy of constant refinement, capturing the precise moment when the 356 evolved into a sophisticated, high-performance grand tourer without losing its original, lightweight character.
Quick Facts
Production
1960-1963
Engine
1.6-liter air-cooled flat-four
Power
90 hp
Transmission
4-speed manual
What to notice
- The distinctive Super 90 badging on the rear decklid and front fenders
- The T5 body style which features a higher front bumper placement compared to earlier iterations
- The dual Solex P40-II carburetors that distinguish the Super 90 engine bay
- Subtle interior refinements including the redesigned steering wheel and gauge cluster
Did you know?
The Super 90 utilized a unique engine specification featuring a counterbalanced crankshaft and revised cylinder heads to reliably handle the higher output, making it one of the most mechanically distinct pushrod 356 engines.
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