1981 Porsche 928 Euro model review from North America
"...more than a feeling!!!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Clutch (pressure plate), hoses, timing belt (expected), A/C, alternator.
General comments?
Wanted one since I was a kid. This one was owned by a doctor who owned two of them, this being his daily driver, it looked brand new. I drove it hard, up and down I95 from SC to VA nearly every weekend. Nothing, repeat NOTHING can replace the feel of down-shifting from 5th > 4th and down to 3rd, still maintaining 65mph, pressing the pedal to the floor and taking off like a rocket.
Unfortunately it only had a 85mph speedo (joke!), I could bury the needle in 3rd gear. Okay, so money problems and high maintenance forced me to release it... I nearly cried when I saw the new owner driving it.
Recommended Reviews:
  | Well worth the money, and a pleasure to drive and work on |
| Affordable Supercar |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1998 |
| Engine and transmission | V8 Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 6/10 |
| Comfort marks | 6/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 88000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 134000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Corvette |
| Date of Entry | 17th April, 2001 |