1978 Porsche 928 Euro Spec
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The Revolutionary Porsche 928: The Ultimate 1970s Grand Tourer
The Porsche 928 was one of the most ambitious and controversial cars ever built by the German manufacturer. Introduced in 1978 as a replacement for the iconic 911, the 928 was designed to be a more refined, comfortable, and technologically advanced grand tourer. While it never outsold the 911 (which Porsche ultimately kept in production), the 928 has gained a dedicated following and is now recognized as a brilliant GT car in its own right.
The Transaxle Revolution
The 928's engineering was revolutionary for its time. The front-mounted V8 engine was paired with a rear-mounted transaxle transmission, creating near-perfect 50/50 weight distribution. This layout provided exceptional balance and handling, making the 928 one of the best-driving grand tourers of its era.
The Weissach axle rear suspension was another innovation, designed to maintain stability during hard braking and cornering. The result was a car that could cruise effortlessly at 140 mph on the Autobahn while providing a level of comfort and refinement that the 911 couldn't match.
Euro Spec vs US Spec
This particular 928 is a European specification car, which means it has higher compression (10.0:1 vs 8.5:1), different camshafts, and less restrictive emissions equipment. The result is 240 horsepower — significantly more than the US-spec 928s that made only 219 hp. Euro spec 928s are highly sought after by enthusiasts for their additional power and more authentic driving experience.
The 5-speed manual transmission features a dogleg first gear (first is left and back, second is left and forward), a layout borrowed from Porsche's racing cars. This allows for quick shifts between second and third gears on twisty roads.
About This Specific 928
This 1978 Porsche 928 is finished in Guards Red over a Black leather interior. It is a genuine Euro spec car that was imported to the United States in the 1990s. The car shows 112,000 miles, which is considered moderate for a 928 — these V8 engines are known to exceed 200,000 miles with proper maintenance.
The current owner has owned the car for 12 years and has maintained it meticulously. The car comes with a comprehensive service history and is ready to drive anywhere.
Recent Maintenance & Upgrades
- ✅ Timing belt service — Performed at 108,000 miles (less than 5,000 miles ago)
- ✅ Water pump — Replaced with timing belt
- ✅ Fuel system — New fuel injectors, fuel filter, fuel pump relay
- ✅ Cooling system — New radiator, coolant hoses, thermostat
- ✅ Brake system — New brake pads, rotors, master cylinder
- ✅ Suspension — New shocks, control arm bushings, tie rod ends
- ✅ Clutch — New clutch assembly at 100,000 miles
- ✅ Air conditioning — Converted to R134a, fully serviced
- ✅ Electrical — New alternator, battery, updated relays
- ✅ Tires — New Michelin Pilot tires (less than 2,000 miles)
The 928 Market: The Rise of an Underappreciated Classic
The Porsche 928 market has been quietly appreciating over the past decade. Once considered the "ugly duckling" of the Porsche family, the 928 is now recognized as a brilliant GT car. According to auction data from Bring a Trailer and Hagerty:
- 📊 Average 928 sale price in 2024: $25,000-$35,000 (up 60% from 2019)
- 📊 Euro spec manual cars command a 20-30% premium over US automatics
- 📊 Pristine 928 S4 and GT models have sold for $80,000+
- 📊 The 928 is increasingly recognized as a future classic
- 📊 Hagerty named the 928 a "Bull Market" collectible in 2023
At $27,900, this Euro spec 5-speed 928 is priced competitively for a well-maintained example. The manual transmission alone makes it highly desirable, as the majority of 928s were automatics.
Driving the 928
The 928 is a true grand tourer — designed to cover long distances at high speed in comfort. The V8 provides effortless torque, pulling smoothly from low RPMs to the redline. The dogleg 5-speed is a joy to use once you get used to the pattern, with a mechanical feel that modern cars lack.
The cabin is spacious and comfortable, with supportive seats and excellent visibility. The rear seats are small but suitable for children or extra storage. The trunk (located under the rear hatch) is surprisingly large, making the 928 a practical choice for road trips.
On a twisty road, the 928's transaxle layout becomes apparent. The car rotates beautifully, with neutral handling and excellent grip. The power steering is well-weighted, and the brakes are powerful and progressive.
928 Buyer's Guide: What to Look For
As experts in Porsche, here's what we inspect on every 928:
- 🔧 Timing belt service — The belt must be changed every 5 years or 30,000 miles. This car's belt was done at 108k miles.
- 🔧 Cooling system — The 928's aluminum block can overheat if the cooling system isn't maintained. This car has a new radiator and water pump.
- 🔧 Electrical systems — 928s are known for electrical gremlins. All systems on this car are functional.
- 🔧 Rust — Check the battery tray, floor pans, and around the rear hatch. This car has minimal surface rust only.
- 🔧 Transmission — The manual gearbox is robust but can be expensive to rebuild. This one shifts smoothly.
- 🔧 Documentation — We have service records for the past 12 years of ownership.
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