1986 Porsche 928 S

Description

Like all Porsche models since 1965, the 928 had the unenviable task of being sold alongside and compared to the 911. Not an easy task to be sure, but consider that in addition to this, Porsche had created their new front-engined V8 GT to eventually replace the 911! Porsche, of course, never stated this but the intent was there. The 928 featured a modern engine arrangement and more power, transporting four people in climate-controlled comfort, enclosed in an aerodynamic aluminum body. The 928, for all of Porsche’s efforts, received the 1978 Car of the Year award, the first sports car to do so.  

While the 911 is still with us, the 928, which ceased production in 1995 was certainly not a failure. It lasted 18 years on its own, a relative eternity in sports car terms. As expected, those 18 years featured all manner of improvements worthy of Porsche’s advanced Weissach development center. Larger displacement engines with more power, better aerodynamics, wider wheels, improved handling, and bigger brakes were added throughout the 80s. For many, perhaps the best blend of original styling and updated features are the “S” specification cars offered in North America between 1983 and 1986. 

Highlights 

• Four-speed automatic transmission 

• Refinished in black metallic over a burgundy interior 

• Light alloy 5.0-liter V8 engine 

• 288 horsepower and 302 lb-ft of torque at 2,700 rpm 

• LH-Jetronic fuel injection 

• Reupholstered front and rear seats 

• Sony head unit with USB input  

• Aftermarket shift knob  

• Red painted intake manifold 

• Red painted brake calipers 

• 17 inch 987 Porsche Boxster wheels with Toyo Proxes 4 Plus tires 

• Final year of the 928 S model with base MSRP of $51,900 

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report 

Features 

• Front and rear spoilers 

• Air conditioning 

• Power windows 

• Leather covered steering wheel 

• Adjustable steering column 

• Cruise control 

• Power brakes 

• Power steering 

• Rear sun visors 

• Electric sliding sunroof 

• Split fold down rear seat 

• Top track speed when new: 150 miles per hour 

• 98.4 inch wheelbase and 175.7 inch overall length 

• 3,351 pound curb weight 

• 22.7 gallon fuel tank 

• Front suspension: Independant double A-arm with coil springs 

• Rear suspension: Independant Weissach Axle 

Known Imperfections 

• Dashboard cracks 

• Loose ceiling interior panel 

Ownership History 

According to the clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report, this 928 S first appears in California in 1990 with 37,296 miles on the odometer. The consignor notes that it is a three-owner 928 S purchased by them while in Idaho in 2015 with continuous ownership in Washington and Texas.