1987 Porsche 928 S4The second generation Porsche Panamera which is thought to be the spiritual predecessor to the Porsche 928, celebrated its 42th anniversary. The 928 is a...
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