Porsche 928 Interior Restoration
Porsches may be pricey to own, but they’re certainly worth every penny. This 928 is an autobahn-ready grand tourer featuring some unique features not typically found in modern vehicles.
Restoring the Interior
As iconic Porsches go, the 928 is truly iconic. Although intended as a replacement for the 911, its purpose changed entirely when it became an elegant grand tourer with four seats and plenty of luggage capacity. Equipped with front-engined V8 power and Pirelli P7 tires for unparalleled roadholding capabilities compared to any large GT before it.
Its sleek lines and distinctive shark nose differentiated it from other Porsches at the time, making it the most modern-looking Porsche ever created. Additionally, its symmetrical doors, round headlamps and curved rear quarter windows gave it its own identity that neither overshadowed Porsche nor appeared outdated.
Motoring journalists were instantly won over by its powerful V8 engine with 237lb/ft torque and body-hugging profile, winning them over enough so it could receive the European Car of the Year award in 1978.
Still today, the 928 remains one of the most advanced cars ever created. When first released in 1979, its S model featured a 2mm overbore that increased V8 displacement from 4.7 to 5.74 litres for more than 300hp; later increases in compression ratio and introduction of electronic fuel injection pushed that figure beyond 310hp.
Though not as quick or luxurious as its rivals, such as Ferrari F430s or Mercedes S-Classs, Porsche 928 sports cars still provide enjoyable driving experiences for many people. As with most older vehicles however, their parts will start wearing down over time; therefore it is imperative that regular maintenance be conducted in order to preserve its life as much as possible.
One of the most crucial steps you can take is to regularly inspect the condition of your interior. Things such as door seals, window rubber and carpeting may wear down over time; to maintain optimal condition it is wise to check them and replace any worn parts as soon as they wear out. Also important are keeping an eye on electrics like sensor cables and ground straps which may become damaged from heat and corrosion over time.
Restoring the Seats
As part of our restoration, we begin with the seats. Porsche 928 seats are truly spectacular; combining classic leather with modern comfort features like power seating and climate control to provide an extraordinary driving experience. These features were considered luxury in their day, making driving one a real treat! In addition, this car has additional great features such as air-conditioning glove boxes which made driving it all the more special!
The front seat restoration kit for Porsche cars is designed to retrim both front seats. This DIY project does not require special tools; any moderately experienced home mechanic can complete this do it themselves task successfully. The kit contains everything needed, such as driver side and passenger side bolster covers as well as correction foam. Installation can be accomplished easily using no specific tools – making this an easy do it yourself task that any experienced mechanic can complete themselves!
Additionally, we retrim seats, reset SRS airbag modules and replace seat belt webbing – an absolute necessity for any 928 owner as seat belt webbing is notoriously fragile and likely to break after years of use.
As part of our comprehensive interior upgrade service, we also add new velour carpet to the entire car interior to enhance its overall look and feel. Not only is the new carpet much softer than its factory predecessor which was hard and scratchy; but its color coordinates perfectly with seats and door panels as well.
Finally, we add sound deadening to the car to reduce noise pollution and ensure your ride remains more comfortable. Sound deadening also contributes to noise pollution reduction by creating an audible noise barrier between door openings.
Classic 9 Leather Shop’s mission is to restore your vehicle back to its former glory, using authentic Porsche OEM materials and colors. Their services cover a range of leather and vinyl materials and colors to meet each vehicle’s specific requirements – such as Alcantara ultrasuede, domestic leather or even contrasting seam colors!
Restoring the Door Panels
Restoring classic Porsche 928s can be expensive, particularly if done professionally – including fresh paint and interior upgrades. In order to be financially feasible, such a project should only be undertaken if most of the work can be performed by yourself.
That’s where this guy comes in; by taking off the door panels he can access all those hard-to-reach areas such as fixing door handle mechanisms that often break easily on these cars.
Replacement rubber weather stripping and sound deadening material should also be installed at this time, to give your car an improved smooth feel when opening and closing its doors, and also to make driving quieter overall.
Restoring the armrest is another essential aspect of this job. In order to do this, remove the plastic trim piece that covers the perimeter of the opening for air flow from dash to armrest and access to a screw that holds armrest in place that can be easily unbolted using knife’s edge.
As part of your routine maintenance routine, it is also wise to inspect and clean the armrest in search of broken parts that need to be replaced. Over time, these components often break due to age and wear; without replacement they may eventually droop loose from their connection on the door panel and fall away completely – although this repair should be simple for anyone with basic mechanical knowledge.
Restoring the Dashboard
An easily overlooked part of any classic Porsche 928 is its dashboard, but adding a dash cover can instantly update its interior. There are various colors to choose from and they can even be custom tailored specifically to fit your car – using silicone adhesive, there is no need to remove or install an entirely new dash!
928 Specialists has participated at the Frenzy for 23 consecutive years, supporting its promotion by selling OEM parts, performance parts and accessories as well as offering advice regarding purchase, maintenance and restorations as well as supporting online and local clubs dedicated to 928 ownership. This year marks their 23rd consecutive appearance.
They offer an extensive line of dash covers. Each kit contains all you need for a successful installation – body filler, silicone adhesive and instructions are all included – in traditional black or carbon fiber looks. Also popular among owners of 928s due to display bleeding is their new digital dash clock that comes included with each kit.
They specialize primarily in automotive work and have extensive experience restoring, repairing and customizing classic cars. As experts in their field they have been featured on many popular television programs.
They specialize in everything from minor touchups to full paint and body restoration, making them your best bet for revitalizing any classic car, regardless of its age or condition. Their expert technicians will restore it back to its former glory while giving it that look you always longed for – including adding modern upgrades such as keyless entry, modern chipset and power seats to make driving your classic Porsche even more enjoyable!