71,100 Original Miles
Manual Transmission
4.5L V8
220 hp @ 5500 RPM*
265 lb/ft torque @ 4000 RPM*
Capable 0-60 MPH: 7.5 seconds
Top Speed: 143 MPH
*Base Price in 1980: $37,930
*Seller Asking:
$21,950
Fast Facts:
- The 928 featured Porsche’s highly advanced Weissach axle, a variant of the semi-trailing arm suspension. As cars were getting faster (with better tires) drivers are able to exceed the limits of the suspension, causing tendencies like extreme toe-out in corners, as well as off-throttle oversteer. The team at Porsche set out to design the most advanced suspension layout (at the time) that would counter these issues by automatically self-adjusting itself during a corner. Their solution was the Weissach axle, developed for the 928
- The Weissach axle “laid the foundation for modern axle kinematics”, and continued development allowed Porsche to confidently introduce a modernized version of this technology into a 911, specifically the 993
- Porsche was the only manufacturer at the time to offer a front engine/rear transaxle sports car (a setup not seen until the arrival of the C5 Corvette – again, ’90s tech). Putting the transmission in the rear allowed for a 51/49 weight distribution. The transmission had no overdrive – 5th gear was direct drive 1:1. In addition, the shifter was a dogleg design, but not for racing purposes – engineers assumed the V8 torque was enough to pull from a stop in 2nd gear, rendering 1st gear for occasional use only
- The 928 was one of the first vehicles to use mostly aluminum throughout its entire construction (doors, hood, fenders, engine, etc. The rest of the body was galvanized steel, minus the bumpers). The aluminum panels were stiff enough to withstand 5 MPH impacts without damage. Combined with Porsche’s extensive 26 step paint process, the 928’s body is highly resistant to rust, allowing Porsche to offer a 10 year corrosion warranty on the 928 (many cars of today only have a 7 year corrosion warranty)
- Very few alignment shops are equipped to align the 928 correctly. The 928 features special suspension bushings that “set” when the suspension is unloaded (ie, when the car is raised on a lift). When the car is brought back down to rest on its own weight, the ride height will be one inch higher than when you started, and will need to be driven over 100 miles to allow the suspension to “settle” to its normal ride height
- The problem is that after raising the car in the air to mount tires, shops will lower the 928 back down on the ground and give it an alignment before allowing the suspension to settle. Performing an alignment with an inch taller ride height will make the car toe out excessively once the suspension settles to the factory specs, resulting in excessive tire wear and unstable handling
Key Model Year Changes:
- 1980 received many notable updates
- Power is increased by 1 hp and 20 lb/ft torque thanks to a half-point compression increase,revised valve timing, repositioned spark plugs (4 mm closer to the combustion chamber center), new sophisticated L-Jetronic injection, and updated emissions equipment (now uses an oxygen sensor and a three-way catalyst)
- 220 pounds in weight savings thanks to an alumimum torque tube and a hollow (vs solid) front sway bar and transmission mainshaft
- The radio can now be optioned with a cassette
- First year for these options: rear wiper, headlight washers, 6-way power driver’s seat, and automatic temperature control climate system
- New 16″ wheels replace the 15″ phone dials from the previous year
- Only year to have the 85 MPH speedo due to U.S mandates
- Final year of the 10 digit VIN. The following year (1981) and onward received 17 digit VINs
- 1981 saw virtually no changes
- 1982 cars simply gained an MPG gauge that could display real-time MPG
- 1978-1982 cars are identifiable by their smooth body lines (no aero) and 4.5L V8s (later cars have 4.7L V8s)
Seller Notes:
- Original owner
- 71k original miles
- 5spd
- Original Hellblau metallic paint in very nice condition
- Interior very clean
- Driver seat has been redone in matching tan leather
- Drives excellent
- Starts perfectly when cold
- Aftermarket head unit
- Contact seller through Craigslist link below for more info
- Location: Inland Empire, California – (more photos below)
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*SAE rated from factory. May not reflect current output.
*Performance numbers pulled from either the factory brochure or reputable automotive road tests.
*Base price when new does not reflect original MSRP of this particular car, nor does it reflect what the original owner paid for it.
*Advertised price at time of posting. Sellers can raise or lower prices on their original ad at any time. Click on the original ad to view current price/availability.
*Performance numbers pulled from either the factory brochure or reputable automotive road tests.
*Base price when new does not reflect original MSRP of this particular car, nor does it reflect what the original owner paid for it.
*Advertised price at time of posting. Sellers can raise or lower prices on their original ad at any time. Click on the original ad to view current price/availability.
Mileage Disclaimer: NOC has not confirmed if the mileage stated by the seller is true and accurate. It is up to the buyer to verify these claims. Vehicle history reports, service records stating mileage, and even inspections of odometer tampering are recommended.
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