1979 Porsche 928
The 1979 Porsche 928 is one of those rare vehicles that provokes automotive enthusiasts to reconsider all of their preconceptions and conventional wisdom. A true sports car that seats four comfortably (although two can usually fit), offers practical yet expensive everyday motoring capabilities, and can cover great distances – not unlike some 911 purists might think! Although some purists might dismiss its qualities outright, by taking time to understand all that is on offer here it becomes evident just what an impressive machine this truly special car truly is.
The 928’s story begins when Stuttgart unveiled plans to replace its rear-engined 911 with a front-engined V8 powered GT car – intended to become Stuttgart’s flagship model and provide world-beating mile eating comfort combined with luxury sedan-esque handling and comfort – instead, Porsche customers loved the 911 so much that Stuttgart decided against replacing it; ultimately leading to the development of an attractive yet powerful grand tourer which still enjoys great popularity today.
It may not be perfect, but that doesn’t stop it being fast or enjoyable to drive. With its direct and communicative steering and comfortable seats – along with instrumentation that can be adjusted in conjunction with steering column adjustments – the Aston Martin V8 Vantage delivers on speed while offering thrills of driving every time it starts up and shifts up into second gear. The dash features thoughtful layout design; instrumentation has unique feature enabling drivers to customize it according to personal needs.
This 928 is highly sought after as it was featured in the film Risky Business and therefore has an incredible history – complete with original sales invoice and window sticker – in great condition and has been professionally maintained since being purchased.
The car was acquired by the producer of the movie and restored to match its on-screen appearance. Being unique among auto shows, this one-of-a-kind vehicle continues to draw crowds whenever displayed.
If you find a great one, owning one can be truly enjoyable. But remember: these cars can be costly to keep running smoothly! Additionally, regular maintenance must be performed to keep it looking its best.
When purchasing a 928, ensure to regularly monitor its oil level and consumption for issues. Cambelt replacement should occur according to factory-recommended intervals; additionally, complex electronics should be inspected periodically by an expert.
Service history and an extensive set of manuals should always be included with any exotic machine purchase, along with an extended warranty in case something goes wrong with it. Make sure to get a breakdown of each component and their replacement costs, plus secure an extra key before purchasing anything exotic.