Faults:

Torque tube failed shortly after buying the car. This has recurred a second time during my ownership.

Air conditioning is temperamental and requires frequent attention. Compressor also hangs very low and was damaged by road debris.

Windshield washer system is prone to poor performance/failure. Porsche uses a clever arrangement of pressure check valves that have a tendency to clog and not open. Changing them is inexpensive, but a pain.

Timing belt and water pump replaced (routine scheduled maintenance. A big ticket item ($$$) every 50K miles.

Rear axle bearing failed. Fairly inexpensive to repair.

Upper control arm ball joints on front suspension wore out. These are not "do it yourself" rebuild-able, and are very expensive to replace.

Engine mounts failed (before I purchased the car). The replacement mounts are pricey, and getting to them is one of the hardest tasks on the car.

General Comments:

The high mileage of my car no doubt has contributed to a rash of recent "big ticket" repairs, but it has done little to diminish my appreciation and love for this car!

The looks are understated, and few people have a clue what it even is beyond the fact is says PORSCHE on either end. Personally, that is just the way I like it! The 928 is a car you can glide up to your favorite valet spot in, feeling like a million bucks, and with some luck they might even park it up front for all to see. For its sublime looks, it is also a car capable of fierce performance that will surprise many a passenger! The handling is outstanding, if not exactly crisp, and the overall balance between acceleration, cornering, and braking is superb.

I desired to have a 928 since first reading about them in the late 70's, and 20 years on, it is STILL an outstanding ride.

Faults:

I purchased this car used from a dealer without knowledge of this marque or any pre purchase inspection. There were several iteams which needed attention when purchased. These were:

Air Conditioning: New AC Clutch.

Loose drivers side mirror: Re thread and mount.

Cracked Dash: Fill and redye.

Dry Leather Seats: Reconditioned and redye.

With a little work and NO dealership visits, I have made the car into a top ranking Concours show car and a great car to run at the track.

General Comments:

For a car that cost 30% more than the next model and depreciated 30% faster than the other models of this manufacturer, it is one great steal.

Parts are expensive and one should either be well versed in mechanics or have a 928 knowledgeable shop do the work. Shop around for parts, do not use the dealership when possible.

Keep the timing belt tensioned properly and this car can last for many many hundred thousand miles.

I have restored many Jaguars in the past and have since given up the hobby because the 928 was 2000 times easier to work on. Parts are cheaper and reliability is unquestionable in comparison.