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There are a few 928 owners on here, myself included.
Running costs are pretty high. You're looking at 15 to 20 mpg, though it can get as low as 10. Tyres are usually £150 each, though you can easily pay more. Parts are pretty pricey, but they're generally pretty reliable. A lot of service parts are available at reduced cost, and often come from the same manufacturer that Porsche use. The best bet is to get the services of a good specialist.
The bodywork is a mixture of galvanised steel and aluminium (doors front wings & bonnet) so rust isn't really an issue. The bumpers are flexible plastic and can withstand minor impacts without breaking.
All in all, they offer a lot of car for the money.
I'd be happy to try and answer any specific questions you/she may have.
Running costs are pretty high. You're looking at 15 to 20 mpg, though it can get as low as 10. Tyres are usually £150 each, though you can easily pay more. Parts are pretty pricey, but they're generally pretty reliable. A lot of service parts are available at reduced cost, and often come from the same manufacturer that Porsche use. The best bet is to get the services of a good specialist.
The bodywork is a mixture of galvanised steel and aluminium (doors front wings & bonnet) so rust isn't really an issue. The bumpers are flexible plastic and can withstand minor impacts without breaking.
All in all, they offer a lot of car for the money.
I'd be happy to try and answer any specific questions you/she may have.
A mate's got one. Paid (I think) £5,000 for one which needed alot of work.
Having now done a fair amount of the work on it, I can vouch for the sheer quality of the (over)engineering there. It really is built to the most amazing standards, and at 150,000 miles is just run in. 1.2 units + cruise and it is more relaxing than having a hot bath. However, I think it is worth splashing out the extra on the more powerful versions - you won't notice the difference in fuel consumption (very bad as opposed to quite bad) but they are meant to be friskier and better to drive. (I think they did a mega-rare club sport version. Not much more power over the 5.3's but about 40% more torque.)
Lots on the web on them. Use google for good results.
Oli.
Having now done a fair amount of the work on it, I can vouch for the sheer quality of the (over)engineering there. It really is built to the most amazing standards, and at 150,000 miles is just run in. 1.2 units + cruise and it is more relaxing than having a hot bath. However, I think it is worth splashing out the extra on the more powerful versions - you won't notice the difference in fuel consumption (very bad as opposed to quite bad) but they are meant to be friskier and better to drive. (I think they did a mega-rare club sport version. Not much more power over the 5.3's but about 40% more torque.)
Lots on the web on them. Use google for good results.
Oli.
jimmyboy69 said:
My Mum is after a porsche 928 anybody got any usefull info?
could you point me in the direction of an owners club?
cheers folks
try www.ddk-online.com
The 928 has no known weakness. It is a rather simple design, built like a tank, able to run hundreds of thousands of miles with little attention to the mechanicals. They can be expensive to work on in the event of a failure, but if you find a reasonably well cared for example, there should be little probability of a major expense. Timing belt and water pump replacement should be done every 60,000 miles and that could cost $1200 US, but anyone who whines about that generally isn't cut out to be an exotic supercar owner.
Personally, I like the older versions, such as the '83 I presently have. I recently had the 5-speed transaxle rebuild for a cost of $2500, just because I believe a prev owner abused it. The mechanicals are awesome, designed to last a long time, and to deliver good power. I drive mine on a regular basis and it is as reliable as any other car. I recommend replacement of the fuel injection relay on any older version Porsche, and the 928 is no exception. These can die a slow death, and after 10, 15, or 20 years they are at the end of their reliable cycle. I believe the 911 and Boxster series uses the same relay, for whatever it's worth, but you need to buy the one specifically tagged for your car.
Here is the best 928 tech forum around, for your future reference.
members3.boardhost.com/928s4vr/
Regards, Dogsharks
Personally, I like the older versions, such as the '83 I presently have. I recently had the 5-speed transaxle rebuild for a cost of $2500, just because I believe a prev owner abused it. The mechanicals are awesome, designed to last a long time, and to deliver good power. I drive mine on a regular basis and it is as reliable as any other car. I recommend replacement of the fuel injection relay on any older version Porsche, and the 928 is no exception. These can die a slow death, and after 10, 15, or 20 years they are at the end of their reliable cycle. I believe the 911 and Boxster series uses the same relay, for whatever it's worth, but you need to buy the one specifically tagged for your car.
Here is the best 928 tech forum around, for your future reference.
members3.boardhost.com/928s4vr/
Regards, Dogsharks
I'm considering selling my beloved 1987 928 S4 manual, but let's not go into that here!
I've owned my car since 1998, and it has been incredible. I counter the fuel economy criticisms, if you buy a non-catalyst car, for the engine size the fuel economy is great! (Non cat cars can run lean but catalytic converter cars can not.
I get around 16-17 mpg short distance cold start motoring and about 28-30 mph on a steady cruise- at 75 mph, cruise control on, which goes down to about 24-25 mph if you keep up with the flow of traffic on the M1.
The car sounds and handles well and will pull at incredibly low speeds- the car won't complain in 5th with only 400 rpm showing (probably not advisable).
Since I've owned it, I've changed the entire igntion system, the clutch, rebuilt the radiator, the clutch slave cylinder and the water pump and changed the cam belt twice. But the prices of this pails into insignificance when you look at how little it has depreciated! I'm very fastidious when it comes to looking after my car.
The worst aspect is tyre wear, almost regardless of how you drive the rear tyres are eaten up fast! I go through 3 rears to 1 set of fronts.
Why am I getting rid of it?
Easy- The Porsche 993 Turbo!
I've owned my car since 1998, and it has been incredible. I counter the fuel economy criticisms, if you buy a non-catalyst car, for the engine size the fuel economy is great! (Non cat cars can run lean but catalytic converter cars can not.
I get around 16-17 mpg short distance cold start motoring and about 28-30 mph on a steady cruise- at 75 mph, cruise control on, which goes down to about 24-25 mph if you keep up with the flow of traffic on the M1.
The car sounds and handles well and will pull at incredibly low speeds- the car won't complain in 5th with only 400 rpm showing (probably not advisable).
Since I've owned it, I've changed the entire igntion system, the clutch, rebuilt the radiator, the clutch slave cylinder and the water pump and changed the cam belt twice. But the prices of this pails into insignificance when you look at how little it has depreciated! I'm very fastidious when it comes to looking after my car.
The worst aspect is tyre wear, almost regardless of how you drive the rear tyres are eaten up fast! I go through 3 rears to 1 set of fronts.
Why am I getting rid of it?
Easy- The Porsche 993 Turbo!
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