Vehicle Description
1987 Porsche 928 S Coupe
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 aahs 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 1984 showing a non verifiable
65,322 miles on the odometer. Owned by our consignor for the last
12 years and coming with service paperwork dating back to the
original owner, this car has very nice paint, an original interior,
and all the bells and whistles. "Ok, so who's the German U-boat
pilot??"
Exterior
Stunning and menacing deep end of the pool black 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 146 MPH in 1984. 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 wheels 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 tan 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. Tan carpet floods
the floors and is looking nice and clean underneath the protective
carpeted mats. A sunroof is noted in the smooth black vinyl
headliner.
Drivetrain
A 4.7 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!".
We noted a few frowns during our drive. Those being the AC not
blowing cold, the rear wiper not wiping, the odometer and trip
meter being non functional, as well as the fuel gauge not tracking
the fuel level.
This car has newer tires, a fuel pump in 2023, and new shifter
bushings in 2024 and has tons of service records dating back to the
mid 1980's all 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.
Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and
collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate
controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8
acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic
and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us
anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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