Lot details Registration No: K109VPF Chassis No: WPOZZZ92ZMS800633 Mot Expiry: Aug 2010
Styled by American Tony Lapine, Porsche's front-engined, water-cooled, V8-powered 2+2 928 was launched at the 1977 Geneva Motor Show. Not only was it about as mechanically different to the ubiquitous 911 as it could possibly be, but it also represented the company's first foray into grand touring territory. Nevertheless it received a rapturous reception from the press and was duly awarded the 1978 Car of The Year Award. If the car had a problem, it was that it was signed off during one major fuel crisis and launched during the next. Whatever, production of the 928 continued until 1995, by which time some 61,000 examples had been made. At launch, the all-alloy engine was 4.5 litres in capacity and produced some 240bhp. The galvanised steel monocoque frame was suspended on double wishbone coil-sprung suspension at the front and lower wishbone with upper transverse link and coil springs at the rear. The car featured ventilated disc brakes all round, while the gearbox was rear mounted and integral with the axle. The S4 variant was introduced in late 1986. It had a 5.0-litre DOHC engine producing 316bhp and 317lbft of torque and was reputedly capable of 0-60mph in 6.3 seconds and 165mph. It featured a number of mechanical upgrades over the outgoing S2 / S3 and was distinguished by its new bumpers and rear spoiler.
The righthand-drive example on offer has been in the current (second) ownership since 1995. Finished in metallic blue with cream leather upholstery, it is described by the vendor as being in "excellent" condition with regard to its engine, automatic transmission, electrical equipment, interior trim, bodywork and paintwork. It is taxed until the end of July next year and MOT'd until early August. It is hard to credit that the 928 was originally intended to replace the 911, yet the last 928 left the production line 13 years ago and the 911 is still very much with us. No matter, the 928 is a fine car with many devotees worldwide. Moreover, though the model's development over its 18-year lifespan was quite subtle, it was nevertheless continuous and effective and a good late car is a joy to own and impressive even by today's standards.
PLEASE NOTE: Since the catalogue went to press, we have been informed that the mileage is 74,000.
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