V8 GT
Though initially a source of controversy among the Porsche cognoscenti, the 928 series established itself as a truly exceptional grand tourer with a strong sporting bent.
According to our feature on the series: “Porsche rolled out a new brand flagship, the 928 at the 1977 Geneva Motorshow. Designed by Wolfgang Möbius it had a powerful V8 up front, drive at the rear and in between a refined, comfortable, well equipped luxurious interior, a true grand tourer.
“When it was finally launched in 1977 opinions were divided as to whether it was a true Porsche or not. But there was no arguing about the striking vista of the beefy, wide and low 928, which was overwhelmingly positive. It was 4.5 metres long, sat on a 2.5metre wheelbase, was over 1.8 metres wide and just 1.3 metres tall. Extensive use of aluminium was made to minimise weight and the Porsche-designed 4.5-litre V8 pumped out around 240 horsepower.”
This example is a left-hand-drive S4 auto. It’s said to be in good shape, including the body which was treated to an expensive respray.
Located in Bathurst, NSW, it’s on the market at $47,500.