"This 1982 example's odd aesthetic is as unmistakable today as it
was over four decades ago, but the 928's futuristic design wasn't
just meant to wow onlookers, though it does that quite well. The
928 was purposely shaped for a strengthened roof and high level of
crush resistance. More importantly, it also featured plastic color
matching bumpers integrated into the styling, a revolutionary
design cue that spared the 928 the aesthetic indignity of
protruding black plastic diving boards." Motor Trend Classic Drive,
Nov, 2017
For consignment, a 1982 Porsche 928 coupe with 91,003 actual miles.
In 2025, this car's gas tank and lines were replaced, it got a new
timing belt, shift linkage, and tires.
Exterior
When the 928 and its phone dial wheels first hit the streets in the
late 70's, it was like a UFO had just landed, and this example
brings it all back. Here are those wheels with fresh tires,
225/50R16's with a late 2024 date code, looking every bit as cool
and quirky as they did in 1982. The car itself is bathed in two
stage Moss Green Metallic and if there's a German Racing Green,
this might be it! Out back, the distinctive tail lights rest
slightly inset while the bulbous tail with Porsche stamping
complete a sort of menacing rear facing face. But it's the
headlights that lit up the car world with their flush, skyward gaze
in the down position, rolling up to a bugeye posture, taking cues
from the Miura and amplifying them. Imperfections include some
water staining on the hood, flex cracks on the front bumper cover,
raised and chipping paint near the side molding, scuffs on the
front apron, and minor curb rash and oxidation on the wheels.
Interior
Tan and brown door panels warmly greet occupants with an attractive
and efficient structure and both doors present nicely. The front
bucket seats show some patina, especially the driver's seat and
both have creasing that time and use produce, while the rear
suggested seats are the opposite and appear in very good shape.
Horizontal spokes on the steering wheel boast more originality and
front a relatively simple black instrument cluster. Brown leather
surrounds the dashboard and waterfalls around the center stack that
houses the A/C panel, an Alpine AM/FM/Cassette radio, and analog
clock. From there, we find the rounded shifter in black boot ahead
of toggles and a storage bin and it's all in decent shape for its
age. So is the tan carpet below, the brown leather headliner above,
and the carpeted cargo hold in back.
Drivetrain
Raise the hood to find the attractive layout of the 4.5 liter SOHC
V8, rated at 219 horsepower and mated to a 5-speed manual
transmission that routes power to the rear axle and 3.11 gears.
Undercarriage
Driver quality underneath with some surface rust, typical metal
oxidation, soot, and oil present with some on the pan and more
evident on the front stabilizer bar and components just above it.
We also note a torn rack boot. Four wheel power disc brakes are on
board along with Macpherson struts in front and coil springs in the
rear. he single exhaust flows through a stock style muffler and
exits through twin pipes pointed diagonally out the back.
Drive-Ability
The V8 fires right up and we roll this grand touring Porsche onto
the test loop where it moves out well, tracks straight and handles
well as we go confidently with new tires. On the list of things
that will need attention include the clock, rear wiper and driver's
power mirror, all of which don't work. The sunroof motor runs but
the window does not open and the passenger's side mirror has no
side to side movement. Other than these things, all available
operations work as they should. While Classic Auto Mall represents
that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we
cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of
your purchase.
You've always wanted one and so have we! Now's the time to make
like Joel and say "what the...heck" or something like that. The
aftermarket support for 928's is strong and their collectability is
assured. Once they turned heads because of their unique shape, now
they turn heads because of the shape and rarity on the road!
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collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate
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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
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There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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