1983 Porsche 928S Coupe - Burgundy Metallic - 4.7L V8 Grand Tourer, Automatic - Matching Build Date
Price Guide: $35,000 - $55,000
1983 Porsche 928S, burgundy metallic coupe, 4.7L naturally aspirated V8, automatic transmission, rear-wheel drive, 4 seats, right-hand drive.
Description
The Porsche 928 was conceived as a flagship grand tourer to potentially succeed the 911, and the 928S variant introduced in 1982 brought the enlarged 4.7 litre V8 along with a more assertive personality. These cars sit at the intersection of genuine Porsche engineering and 1980s European touring car at its finest. The front-mounted V8, rear transaxle layout, and distinctive fastback silhouette make the 928S genuinely different to almost anything else from the era. A build date plate confirmed May 1983 manufacture is consistent with the listed year.
This 928S presents as an honest, unrestored driver-quality example. The burgundy metallic paint shows oxidation and surface hazing, most notable on the front bumper and nose area, with the paint lacking the depth it would have had originally. The body lines remain straight with consistent panel gaps and no evidence of significant impact repair. The iconic pop-up headlights and Weissach-style phone-dial alloy wheels are present, though the wheels show significant patina and surface deterioration that will need addressing. Inside, the car retains its original burgundy leather and cloth trim with the characteristic 1980s Porsche cabin layout, wood veneer accents, and period instrumentation. Sheepskin seat covers are fitted over the front seats and an aftermarket wood-rimmed steering wheel has replaced the original, so the underlying seat and wheel condition are not fully assessable from photos. The rear seating shows honest wear with some soiling on the fabric surfaces. The engine bay displays the 4.7 litre V8 in largely original specification, presenting as used but complete, with typical age-related grime and light surface oxidation on ancillaries.
Right-hand-drive 928S examples in comparable, unrestored driver condition have traded in the $35,000 to $45,000 range in recent Australian markets, with restored or concours examples pushing considerably higher. This example, with its honest presentation and original specification, sits at the lower end of that band and represents a solid entry point for a buyer wanting to own and use a genuine 1980s Porsche flagship without paying restoration premiums.
Features
* 4.7 litre naturally aspirated V8 engine (928S specification)
* Automatic transmission
* Rear-wheel drive with front-engine, rear transaxle layout
* Pop-up headlights, intact and functional
* Weissach-style phone-dial alloy wheels (4 matching)
* Original burgundy leather and cloth interior trim
* Wood veneer centre console and dashboard accents
* Aftermarket wood-rimmed steering wheel fitted
* Period Porsche instrumentation cluster
* Climate control system
* Vendor advises original owner's manual and maintenance record booklet included
* Build date plate confirming May 1983 manufacture
* Right-hand drive, 4-seat configuration
Condition Notes
* Paint shows oxidation and surface hazing, most apparent on front bumper and nose area, paint lacks original depth and will benefit from machine polishing or respray
* Alloy wheels show significant patina and surface deterioration, refinishing recommended
* Aftermarket wood-rimmed steering wheel fitted, original wheel not present
* Sheepskin seat covers over front seats obscure underlying seat condition
* Rear seat fabric shows wear and soiling consistent with vehicle's age
* Engine bay shows light surface oxidation on ancillary components, consistent with age
* Checkered flag decal on lower door sill area, non-original
Specifications
Year: 1983
Make/Model: Porsche 928S
Body: Coupe (fastback)
Engine: 4.7 litre naturally aspirated V8
Transmission: Automatic
Drive: Rear-wheel drive
Colour: Burgundy metallic
Seats: 4
Steering: Right-hand drive
Price Guide: $35,000 - $55,000
VIN: WP0ZZZ92ZDS841637
If you have any questions relating to this vehicle, or if you would like to arrange a physical or virtual inspection, please contact Taig directly on 0438 626 472
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Location of item: 18 Paradise Road, Acacia Ridge, QLD, Australia
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