Porsche 928 S4

Porsche 928S4 1987

The fourth variant of the Porsche GT produced from 1987 to 1991, the S4 has a 5.0-litre, 32-valve V8, good for 310bhp

Noted for the beautiful finish of components and trim, the busy quiet it exudes on the motorway and the uncomplaining way it will handle daily duties

It was notably difficult to draw a distinction between the Grand Tourer and sportscar labels. 

It is a fine compromise in function with no compromise in execution — a hatchback with luggage space which will devour continents with ease in a day and provide immense satisfaction while running rings around many another sports aspirants. A true usable supercar wrapped in the finest German luxury of the time

• Porsche Sperrdifferential (PSD) limited-slip differential- similar in design to the unit found on the 959, 
• “Big Black Brembos”
• 4 speed auto, 0-100km in 6 secs 
• suspension giving the car near perfect 50/50 weight distribution
• The S4b market the debut of the ironing board rear wing 

This Example

In beautiful condition, a superb example in Venetian Blue, meticulously maintained throughout its life.Extensive and documented history with file full of receipts. Stamped, original service books, original tool kit (complete), jack, spare wheel with compressor. 

• 4 Documented Owners.
• Delivered new to Reading, United Kingdom 25.03.1987
• Imported to Sydney, Australia in 1992 with only 19,528 miles on the clock.
• Maintenance performed by Scuderia Veloce Motors in Sydney.
• 3rd owner in Canberra, maintenance performed by Gulson Canberra, Porsche Dealership.
• Purchased by last owner late 2011 maintained by Hartec Automotive, Mordialloc VIC.

Recently spent over $9k including:

• Full service
• cam belt replacement / new water pump / tensioners and idlers
• inlet manifold gaskets replaced,
• knock sensors, reference sensor
• full fuel system overhaul (all hoses replaced).
• 4 new tyres less than 12 months old
• Transmission service
• New Window switch
• Throttle position switch replaced
• New Rotor button
• Vacuum hose kit
• Fuel pump relay

This hand built, well refined and engineered 1980’s flagship for Porsche, features Anti-locking brakes, air conditioning, power steering, with a full leather interior in immaculate condition. Has some cracking in the dash, consistent with many 928’s.

Porsche Cup wheels in excellent condition

Fully detailed with Angelwax Genesis paint protection by Fatal Finish Detailing, Wodonga.

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What the Experts say:

Rennlist -  A great summary of press from the day 

https://members.rennlist.com/pirtle/reviews.htm

Oosthuizen Auto 1987 Porsche 928 S4 Review - The 911 Replacement That Never Happened

TopGear - Jeremy Clarkeson explains his affinity with the 928