1982 Porsche 928

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Behold, the “FASTEST PRODUCTION CAR IN THE WORLD”……in 1982! Super Rare 5-speed Euro LSD 928 Risky Business, Weird Science, Scarface, yes it’s the eighties and this car ruled the roads. Well, it’s time to get educated on Porsche’s then 911 replacement – the 928! “Perspiration and no little inspiration spurred their genius to produce a fabulous new Porsche unlike any that had gone before. All this came together in project goals for a new model that, in the beginning at least, was seen as a 911 replacement. As Dean Batchelor recorded, it first had to have "all the quality and performance of previous Porsches" and "be capable of meeting any and all government regulations that might be conceived in the foreseeable future." The new car would also have to be more refined, comfortable, and luxurious than any prior Porsche so as to compete with Mercedes and BMW. And it would have to play well in America, where more than half of all Porsches were sold. Of course, a long production run was assumed -- at least 10 years -- which called for styling that wouldn't quickly become dated. Adding significance to these requirements, this would be Porsche's first "clean-sheet" road car. (The 356 was VW-based, the 911 had evolved from it, and the 924 was taken over from VW after this new project was started.) Considering that, it's amazing that the 928's basic concept was "worked out, deliberated, and decided within a few days," as Fuhrmann later told author Karl Ludvigsen. By late 1973, Porsche had decided on a relatively large-displacement, water-cooled V-8 up front, plus a rear transaxle, all-independent suspension, and all-disc brakes, the last two long-standing Porsche traditions by this time. Mounting the transmission aft would confer more even front/rear weight balance with the forward engine, plus a high polar moment of inertia to aid handling and high-speed stability. A 90-degree V-8 might seem rather "American," but Mercedes offered one nonetheless. And it had certain advantages over the 60-degree V-6 that was briefly considered (and may have given rise to rumors of a "new 911" with a front six): superior power potential and running smoothness, greater scope for future displacement increases, and compactness -- important, because Fuhrmann wanted the characteristically low Porsche hoodline. Design chief Tony Lapine deliberately planned the styling to be futuristic and a little shocking, in line with his notion that if a car looks good right away, it soon starts looking old hat. “Like so many Porsche innovations, the Weissach Axle was an elegant solution to a thorny problem, and it marked a first for toe-compensating rear suspension in a production car. Other manufacturers would devise their own solutions, including full rear-wheel steering, but it would take them at least a decade to follow Porsche’s lead.” In fact, the 928 suspension was so remarkably compliant, absorbing most every kind of irregularity, that critics could hardly believe the race-car-like cling in hard driving. Not that they didn’t have a right to expect super performance, because the 928 was super expensive, arriving in the United States at a heart-stopping $40,000. “Hardly a bargain,” sniffed R&T. “But clever engineering doesn’t come cheaply, and few automotive design teams are more clever than the one residing in Zuffenhausen, West Germany.” All sourced from Consumer’s Guide with price listed for 1982 model. I bought this 928 on a whim, a scratch off my personal bucket list, and I’m so glad I did as it is just a flat out awesome car. I love it. It handles superb and literally begs you to take it out on open roads and interstates. Hard to believe it is just over 30 years old. At 100 mph it wakes up and urges you to do more. What a machine! This car has GREAT history and pedigree. It is a 1982 (made in late ’81) EURO model 928. Back in the eighties the proper way to buy a Porsche was to purchase a “grey market” car in Europe and have it shipped over to the states. “Why?” you ask. The “ROW” (Rest of World) Porsches made MORE power, had fewer emission controls, and often taller gearing to better suit the autobahns – in other words, faster cars! The 928 here is a TRUE EURO model with a plus….optioned out as a “driver’s car.” It has very little unnecessary options and would be termed a “stripper” here in the US. No front or rear a/c, no rear seat heat, no power seats, no extra sun shades, etc. Why add the weight! The single rear red fog light let’s people “in the know” aware of this car’s European genes. From the driver’s seat, some of the warning lights are in German, yes, German! I find that so cool. Even teenagers come over and usually ask “how old is this car” or “what is it?” It has such a presence and it is RARE. You won’t see another one going down the road every day. Speaking of rare, it is a true 5-speed car with a limited slip differential. Yes, a LSD car! Not the anemic, dime-a-dozen 3-speed automatics. Right now I could pull up several 928 automatics for $5K any day. But find yourself a 5-speed AND a Euro – good luck. But as they say on TV, “…but wait, there’s more!” This car was driven for 10 years by the original owner in Texas for 100,000 miles. That’s right, no snow, salt, or rust. It was then sold to a gentleman in California. He tried to register it, but with the Euro emissions they said “NO!” Well, he drove it anyway and got busted, towed, and impounded. He bailed it out and parked it for almost TWO DECADES. Covered and under a carport for almost 20 years. This is where I step in J I bought the car after a thorough back ground check and inspection and had it shipped to me in Georgia. Here is the break down of my expenses: Original Purchase Price: $3249 Shipping From California: $ 800 Flat Bed Tow truck in California $ 80 Piles of small receipts: $ 1531 This includes new radio, battery, fuel pump, fuel filter, door seals, glass seals, turn signal lens, shifter bushings, antenna, speakers, fuel lines, fuel accumulator, hood shocks, rear hatch shocks, etc... Burgess Import (Replaced Everything) $ 7,000+ This included a full service: New timing belt, new hydraulic tensioners, water pump, thermostat, belts, hoses, vacuum lines, distributer cap, rotor, ignition coil, plugs, wires, brake master cylinder, brake booster, brake lines, rebuilt calipers, two new rear brake bias boosters, clutch master cylinder, slave cylinder, clutch hose, fluids, coolant, engine oil, filter, air filter, trans flush, alternator, etc... Rear Spoiler ($50 used) + $100 finish $ 150 New 18" Porsche Rims - Staggered $ 620 New 18" Tires (<1,000 miles) $ 660 ____________________________________________ Total Spent So Far $14,090+ My point is this: An inexpensive 928 is not going to be cheap. You might find a cheaper car, but not as nice. Even at a SCREAMING deal of under $4K for this rare bird, it took another $10,000+ to make it new again. I have the pile of receipts to go with the car. Thread on Pelican Parts of my journey: Please email me and I will send a link to the thread on Pelican Parts that documents the entire process of when I purchased the car until the other day as I am forbidden to post this information. If I did, it might be called "Project #928 Officially Starts." However, that would be wrong. Please allow make all requests at LEAST 24 hours before auction ends. Here is my laundry list of items that I still feel need attention, but are not immediate. As with any 30 year old classic, it will need regular attention and I am quite picky: 1. The door locks are inoperable, but the key works. The power locks could be wired to an alarm for keyless entry. 2. The rear wiper is not lining up with the motor - needs adjustment. (I don't drive in the rain) 3. The rear muffler leaks (most 928 owners bypass this) 4. The FM reception is average (new antenna & radio) - however I use Sirius 5. The passenger power window sometimes won't work - you have to slam the door while holding the button and then it works fine up and down (loose connection?) 6. Power mirrors are not functioning (fuse or relay?) 7. The sunroof panel has adhesive residue from previous owner. Sunroof now works fine. 8. Both the horn (wire behind button) and factory clock (I use the radio's clock) do not work. 9. There are the ubiquitous dash cracks plagued by all 928's 10. The odometer gear broke (I did this - do not reset while driving). The mileage is true – not rolled back. I love seeing supposed “low mileage” 928’s that are run out and ragged out. This car is pristine. I was eventually planning to address all these issues over time. I plan on dropping it off at my mechanic (at my expense) to have him go over the car one more time before the new buyer drives it home. Since I have now driven it a few hundred miles I'd want to ensure that everything has settled in and no further adjustments are needed (belts, etc). Reason for selling: I am a private pilot and wish to buy a plane. I’ve had a lot of toys with this being one of them. A 911 (two, actually if you count my dad’s that I store for him), the 928, a boat, gyrocopter, two dune buggies, etc. I am down-sizing my collection. I’ve come to a point in my life where I need to give priority to my wife and kids, business, and one selfish toy. I’m keeping the boat (family toy) and selling off the rest. I’ve already sold both dune buggies and my 911. Verdict is still out on the gyrocopter J The car is of extreme rarity and has a great pedigree. It should maintain or appreciate in value. It really loves open roads and going fast on the interstate. I will definitely miss this rare car. Hopefully flying at 5,000’ AGL in my own airplane will erase the sadness when it sells. It really draws attention and respect from ALL age groups. Now it is your turn….happy bidding. You’re only old when your dreams are replaced by regrets! Fine print: By placing a bid you are committing to purchase and follow through with the auction. Please have your finances and permission in place before doing so. You can inspect the car any time during the auction. I even have a mechanic’s lift in my garage to jack it up. Don’t mess up an auction – follow through. I have spent a lot of time putting this together. An immediate non-refundable deposit of $250 is due at auction end. Ebay will charge me $125 at auction end plus listing fees and PayPal’s fees. Failure to pay deposit will make the car available to next highest bidder. The remaining balance is to be paid by cash (in person) or bank transfer, certified check, etc. I will not release the car until both I and my bank are satisfied your funds are legit. You are looking at a 30+ year old classic, not a brand new $150K Porsche. Please keep this in mind. The car is sold as-is, but I can assure you I have done everything in my means to ensure you have a solid car that could drive across the country many times over. The car is available for sale locally and I have the right to pull this auction at any time when someone shows up at my door step with cash. So, if you like this car and want it you better bid now and bid to win. I can be reached at (seven-0-six) 4-six-three-zero 494. Please ask all questions AT LEAST 24 hours prior to auction end. I do not need help selling this car so do not bother offering to broker it, list it elsewhere, or just waste my time. On Jan-25-12 at 18:05:11 PST, seller added the following information: Update on Jan. 25: I have my car at the mechanics and he has looked over everything from bumper to bumper. The only thing he could find was the start of a small oil leak on the passenger side cam cover gasket. I told him to replace the cam gaskets on both sides as a precaution. He laughed and said he already ordered both gaskets as he knew I would want it corrected before it was sold to the new owner. It will be ready to hit the roads and burn up some pavement!