Vehicle Description
1987 Porsche 928 S4
The second generation Porsche Panamera which is thought to be the
spiritual predecessor to the Porsche 928, celebrated its 42th
anniversary. The 928 is a unique car that was in many ways
significantly ahead of its time. Even today, it invokes many oohs
and aaahs when one rolls through town. And for many, it served as a
poster child for many people's dream car, particularly for those
who grew up in the 1980s.
Gracing our hallowed halls here at Classic Auto Mall is this 80's
dream car, the Porsche 928 from 1987. Prior to the current
consigner's acquisition, it was a one owner car from new and shows
up at our doors with a paltry 51,967 miles, has flawless paint,
excellent original interior, and all the bells and whistles "Ok, so
who's the German U-boat pilot??"
Exterior
Stunning deep end of the pool Guards Red paint drapes the straight
rust-free steel and aluminum rounded panels for this sports car.
Flipping over rounded headlights which are fascinating to watch,
come to life with the flick of the switch, and appear to be
floating on top when open. Low, low drag coefficient had this model
car pegged at the fastest normally aspirated car clocking in at
over 171 MPH in 1986. The floor pans, roof, and rear quarters are
galvanized steel, and totally rust resistant. Integrated bumpers
all around, all body matching and rounded inset taillights complete
the aero package. Slotted 16-inch flat fronted wheel covers help
with the drag as well.
Interior
Certainly not perfect, but original and tear free as well as fairly
clean. High backed infinitely power adjustable black leather
buckets with a high sleek back reminiscent of the 911's are up
front and a 2 plus 2 setup is in back sporting a center storage
console and armrest. This houses the power window and sunroof
toggles and the shift lever with a black leather boot. Way back is
a storage area accessible from the rear lift gate. The dash
contains all the essentials, and the central console maintains
enough buttons to satisfy even the most discriminating 747 pilot.
Black carpet floods the floors and is looking nice and clean. A
sunroof is noted in the smooth black vinyl headliner.
Drivetrain
A 5.0 liter V8 fed by electronic fuel injection gives this light
50/50 weight distribution car the green light. The 5-speed manual
gearbox is on back for that weight distribution, along with the
famed Weissach axle. Its purpose is to increase the amount of
cornering grip and stability by eliminating the toe-out tendency
caused by mid-corner throttle lifts. This translates into
incredible mid-corner composure and grip and with that 50/50 weight
distribution, make it not just fast in a straight line but in the
corners as well. The Weissach axle is one of the earliest passive
rear-wheel steering setups and a precursor to active rear-wheel and
even four-wheel steering systems.
Undercarriage
Rust free, leak free, and looking garaged and covered in a nice
patina that comes with maturity on any car. Just fine and
structurally sound underneath. Plenty of ground effects panels the
German engineers were famous for, and front and rear wheel disc
brakes extra-large for plenty of woah when you need it.
Drive-Ability
Slipping inside this car fired right up, and off we went to the
test track. Here it handled very nicely, had tight steering, and
straight bias free panic stopping. This car will keep you on the
edge of your seat due to its perfect balance... well more like your
butt at the back of the seat! "Porsche, there is no
substitute!"
This car has new tires, a new battery, oil switch, new wipers and
has had the major service performed at 49K on the ticker to the
tune of 10K plus dollars. All receipts are available for your
perusal. A rounded look, and a star of the 1980's where the rich
and famous women would shuttle their kids to the Academy.
VIN DECODE
WP0JB0920HS861066
W-West Germany
P-Porsche
0-Sports Car
J-928
B-5.0L V8
0-Manual Belts
9-Up To MY 2009
2-928
0-Check Digit
H-1987
S-Stuttgart, Germany Assy Plant
861066-Sequential Unit Number
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 600 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914.
Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
vehicle in person.
