Porsche 928 History

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The Porsche 928 was a very popular model in the Porsche line. In fact from 1978 right through to 1995 this was the model that people were talking about. This was the model that was constantly in demand.

This was a 2 door coupe that had great lines! It was sleek and stylish and caught everyone's attention. It screamed luxury and it also cost a pretty penny. It was not only one of the fastest cars on the road it was also one of the most expensive cars on the market.

The late 1960s saw Porsche reveal itself with a new look and feel from the earlier days. In fact there had not only been big changes to the company there had been quite a shake up in the executive too. And with shake ups come new idea. There were a variety of changes that occurred over the years.

1978:

Engine displacement 4.5 L

16 Valves

219 hp

1979:

Engine displacement 4.5 L

16 Valves

219 hp

Battery box was integrated right into the body and the gearbox shocks were removed.

1980:

Engine displacement 4.5 L

16 Valves

220 hp

The front and rear spoilers were added to the S models and the Jetronic fuel injection system was introduced in North America

1981:

Engine displacement 4.5 L

16 Valves

220 hp

No changes

1982:

Engine displacement 4.5 L

16 Valves

220 hp

At the end of 1982 the 4.5 ROW model was dropped.

1983:

Engine displacement 4.7 L

16 Valves

234 hp

3200 pound weight

4 speed automatic transmission was introduced in North America

1984:

Engine displacement 5.0 L

32 Valves

234 hp

3200 pound weight

Huge changes were made to improve the front suspension of the car. The LH Jetronic injection system was added and the 4 speed automatic transmission became standard equipment and was also added to the ROW models. Porsche claimed the 928 was the fastest legal street car on the market. ...

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