Highlights
- Rare five-speed manual transmission
- Early single wing-mirror example
- New Pasha interior fitted in 2021
- MOT valid until July 2027
The Appeal
The Porsche 928 was a groundbreaking grand tourer when it debuted in 1977, winning European Car of the Year and offering a front-engined V8 alternative to the iconic 911. Early examples like this 1978 car, identifiable by their single wing mirror, are among the most collectable of the breed, and the five-speed manual gearbox makes this an especially sought-after specification; the vast majority of 928s left the factory with automatic transmissions.
Finished in Minerva Blue Metallic with a blue/black Pasha interior, this 928 presents a smart, period-correct combination. It has benefited from considerable specialist attention, including a glass-out respray, interior retrim, suspension upgrades, and extensive mechanical work. Most recently, a full service was carried out in July 2026, addressing a rough running fault and fitting fresh ignition components. With a history file accompanying the car, including the original owner’s manual and service book, plus MOTs dating back to 1988, the vendor describes this early manual 928 as a very good example.
Key Information
- Mileage: 143,098 miles (indicated)
- Country of registration: United Kingdom
- Technical inspection status: MOT valid until July 2027
- Technical specs: 4.5-litre V8 petrol, five-speed manual
- Paperwork: V5C, MOT certificate, Driver's Manual, Maintenance Record, invoices
The Detail
- Glass-out respray in Minerva Blue Metallic carried out by 928 Spares
- Blue/Black Pasha interior fitted in 2021 by Export 56 Limited at a cost of £8,047
- Specialist expenditure with 928 Spares (Paul Anderson) totalling approximately £9,650
- Full service carried out in July 2026 by CG Motor Tech, including spark plugs, distributor cap, ignition lead set, and oil filter
- Rough running fault and high exhaust emissions investigated and addressed in July 2026
- Front and rear Bilstein dampers fitted
- Suspension polybushed
- 16-inch alloy wheels refurbished
- Air conditioning fitted
- Updated Pioneer stereo
- Originally supplied new by Malaya Garage, Billingshurst
- MOT certificates on file from 1988 to 2004 and from 2012 onwards
- In current ownership since June 2020
- Current MOT notes front brake hoses slightly chafed on both sides as a minor defect
- Current MOT advises an oil leak, but not excessive
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