6/30/2017 Update: Approaching half a year later and this Porsche 356SC-powered Meyers Manx SR is back up for offer, this time with a $5,500 reduction in asking price. Photos still aren’t great, but we gather that condition is pretty good anyway. The Porsche mill has been rebuilt “from crankshaft to carburetors,” and is now said to run very well with no leaks and 1,000 miles use since completion. Brakes, battery, fuel tank and front tires are reportedly new, and the seller describes the car as “fast, reliable, fun and collectible.” Find it here on eBay in Fairfield, Connecticut with a $15,500 BIN.

From 1/11/2017:

This Meyers Manx SR (chassis SK7725PA00000) retains its original gel-coat finish, with power coming from a rebuilt Porsche 356SC boxer four. Introduced in 1970 and marketed as a street-biased “sports car” to compliment Meyers’ existing (and already legendary) standard Manx beach buggy, the seller claims just 200 were made. This one looks good and sounds ready to go. Find it here on eBay in Weston, Connecticut with a $21k BIN.

The black textured vinyl top was standard, and included a removable Targa section which sounds to be included despite not being shown in photos.

Scissor doors were standard. Quoting this interesting history article from Hemmings: “The Manx SR was designed by Meyers and Stewart Reed, a recent graduate of the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California. Unlike the buggy, the SR had full weather protection, including a Targa roof and sidescreens, and a space for luggage under its hinged hood. The body of the car was made up of 13 individual molded fiberglass pieces, finished, trimmed and ready to assemble out of the box. The outer body was offered in seven molded-in colors, while the Targa roof and interior were finished in a pebble-grained black vinyl–no upholstery needed.”

Slotted wheels are perfectly period correct, but a nice set of Fuchs or maybe even Porsche steelies and caps would look better, while also providing a clue to the relatively exotic motor in back. The interior features 914 gauges, a Blaupunkt radio, and genuine Manx seats, and the seller reports that all lights work. The modern flat-bottom steering wheel doesn’t really gel here, but any number of cool vintage items would fit the bill nicely.

No further details are provided, but the 356SC engine (821123) is said to have been completely rebuilt, and brakes are also described as new. A dual carb VW engine is also available in lieu of the Porsche, and though no price for this package is advertised, the seller says they’ll let it go for less thus equipped.

We say keep the Porsche and bring some different wheels (all five).