1979 Porsche 928 - Perfect Condition on 2040-cars
Houston, Texas, United States
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:Water cooled V8
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Transmission:Automatic
Model: 928
Trim: Standard
Options: iPod, Leather Seats, CD Player
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Power Locks, Power Windows
Drive Type: 2 Wheel
Mileage: 110,467
Exterior Color: Ocean Blue
Disability Equipped: No
Interior Color: Cork
Number of Doors: 2
Number of Cylinders: 8
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
This Porsche is a rare vehicle in that very few 928s have been maintained since they stopped being manufactured in the early 90s. This particular vehicle has had 2 owners, it was originally purchased in Beverly Hill, CA and was moved to Houston, TX with the original owner whom was a family friend of mine. I purchased the car in 2003 in Houston, TX where it remains today, and drove it and enjoyed it as it was for about 6 years. I was a young man fresh out of college, and while I loved the vehicle, could not afford to do some of the maintenance that was required of it at the time. However, in the last 4 years, I have completely rebuilt the car, keeping almost every detail of the vehicle original, with the exception of 2 things, the stereo and the material on the dash. The dash, and console have been redone (in the original cork color) in hand stitched leather as opposed to vinyl. Both will eventually crack in excessive heat, but the leather can be pulled tighter and in my humble opinion is a far better look than vinyl. This vehicle had both materials used from the factory so using leather to reupholster the dash instead of vinyl I did not feel was a great departure from the factory specs.
The major mechanical work that I have had done to this car includes a complete rebuild of the engine and transmission, new rack and pinion, new shocks, new exhaust system, replaced every belt, replaced AC, new alternator and radiator.
Cosmetically I have repainted the entire car (after 34 years they need it), reupholstered both front seats in the original cork leather, replaced in all leather the dash, console, steering wheel, steering column surrounding area, side panels all redone in leather and vinyl (as original) and I have re-carpeted the entire vehicle.
In total I have spent over $45,000 taking care of this car in the past 3 to 4 years. Anyone who is seriously interested in this vehicle, please feel free to call me and I can provide receipts and invoices to substantiate that number. I have kept thorough records of everything I have done and spent on this car.
I understand that the market for 928s is not strong enough to get out of this vehicle what I have in it so I am asking for a substantially reduced return to my investment in this vehicle.
For those truly interested, please feel free to call me at 713 857 0493.
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