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Porsche 928 GTS

Mileage: 94,851 Top Speed: 168 Year: 1995 0 - 60: 5.6 MOT Expiry: March 2013 BHP: 345 Tax Expiry: Expired Transmission: 4 Speed Automatic Exterior Colour: Black Engine Capacity: 5397 Interior Colour: Black Leather Engine Configuration: V8

Porsche 928 GTS | £12,995

Mileage: 94,851

Model History

The Porsche 928 was first unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in 1977, it then went on sale the following year as a 1978 model.

 

At first some hardcore Porsche fans rejected it as the design was so far removed from traditional Porsche values but despite this it went on to win 'car of the year' and was the first sports car to do so. The 928 was the bigger brother to the 924 with a more powerful engine, a 240 bhp 4.5 litre water-cooled V8 which gave excellent performance. The body work was more rounded off with faired in impact bumpers to streamline the shape which gave it a futuristic design. Other state of the art technology included corrosion-resistant aluminium panels, self-adjusting valves and 12,500 mile servicing. The rear wheels were driven via a rear-mounted transmission improving weight distribution.

 

In 1981 the 928S was produced, with subtle styling modifications and a much needed 25 percent increase in power to 300bhp to compete with other manufacturers at the time. The increase in power came through an enlarged 4.7 litre engine, the compression ratio was also raised and camshafts re-profiled.

 

The 928 S4 was introduced in 1987 with more power via an additional increase in engine capacity to 5.0 litres. The engine produced 335 bhp with 4 valves per cylinder, modified cylinder heads and larger valves. This really boosted performance with 0-60 dealt with in 5.7 seconds and a top speed of 165 mph. Around 80 S4's where built with the very desirable 5 speed dog leg gearbox. The styling also became a little smoother with flush-fitting lights, a rear spoiler which was foldable on the first S4's and an integrated spoiler at the front. To make the cars more user friendly they now came with extras like leather trim, central locking and split folding rear seats. The brakes were especially effective and believed to be better than any other production car of its time. There were many reviews in its day that said this 928 could well be the most efficient handling car produced of the era.

 

Porsche continued to develop the 928 model and in the spring of 1992 the GTS was introduced. Performance was upgraded yet again, the double over-head cam V8 was increased to 5.4 litres which produced 345 bhp which gave it a 0-60 time of 5.5 seconds and a top speed of 168mph. The GTS was given 17" cup designed alloy wheels, Brembo 4-pot calipers which were so good they became known as 'GTS brakes' and many enthusiasts fitted them to their older 928's. Other new features included a tiptronic system for the automatic gearbox and a re-shaped rear spoiler which was colour coded to match the body.

Equipment

Electric sunroof, Electric windows, Air conditioning, immobilizer alarm, Blaupunkt cassette player, Trip computer, Rear visors, Central locking, Drivers airbag, Electric memory seats, Electric mirrors.

Exterior

The all black paintwork and posture of this 928 GTS gives it a menacing look in the flesh. The body is in great condition with very few stone chips to be found to the front of the car. It is a flat black colour which after two days in our detailing bay truly shines with a sharp finish. The rest of the bodywork, including the colour coded rear spoiler, remains in good condition as does all the trim on the car.

Interior

The black leather sports seats are in fine fettle showing very little wear or sagging, the rear seats look particularly clean and tidy. Being typical of Porsche engineering the centre console gadgets, dash and switch gear are all still working as they should, feeling solid and well made. The black carpets are still looking very clean with original Porsche over-mats protecting them. In the boot there is a luggage net and matching black privacy cover.

Engine & Transmission

Being the GTS model this 928 has a 5.5 litre V8 so it is not short on power, pulling the car down the road relentlessly with a fantastic sound that is sure to put a smile on anyones face. The 4 speed automatic gearbox feels accurate and precise shifting through the gears. The car has a good serivce history, the last service being done less than 3,000 miles ago at the main dealer Porsche Centre Swindon which included a major service with a 111 point check. 

Wheels, Tyres & Brakes

The Porsche Cup Design 93 alloy wheels are in fantastic condition and compliment the cars styling. They are shod in matching Bridgestone tyres which all have a good amount of tread left on them. As expected on a car of this performance the brembo brakes feel strong and confident bringing the car to a standstill quickly and smoothly.

History File

The Porsche was first registered in September 1995 and delivered to Rivervale Porsche of Hove making it one of the last 928 models to roll off the production line.

 

The original service book is fully stamped up showing an excellent service record. There are a total of 16 stamps, the first 6 from a Porsche main dealer, the next 9 are from a well known Porsche specialists and the last back at Porsche in Swindon. This last service was a major one in March 2011 at 92,393 miles.

 

The history file contains lots of the old service and parts invoices and a copy of an inspection report that was done when the last owner bought the car. The original leather document holder is also present that contains all the owners manuals and guides.