1980 Porsche 928 Manual Gerabox,Sunroof!

Make

Porsche

Model

928 Manual Gerabox,Sunroof!

Year

1980

Listed price

$17,500

Location

Elyria, Ohio

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

77,892 miles

The Porsche 928, unveiled at the 1977 Geneva Motor Show, represented a radical departure for a company synonymous with the rear-engined 911. Conceived as a grand tourer to potentially replace the aging 911, the 928 embraced a front-engine, rear-transaxle layout, achieving near 50/50 weight distribution. Its groundbreaking design, featuring integrated bumpers and a large glass rear hatch, earned it the coveted European Car of the Year award in 1978 – the only sports car ever to do so. The early cars, like this 1980 model, featured the original 4.5-liter V8, offering a sophisticated blend of power and long-distance comfort, distinguishing them as true autobahn stormers. This particular 1980 928 is a compelling example, specified in a special-order Black Metallic (paint code 708) over a black leather interior. With 77,000 miles on the odometer, this manual 5-speed gearbox car speaks to the enthusiast who appreciates direct engagement. It rides on desirable 16-inch "Phone Dial" wheels and features a limited-slip differential, enhancing its sporting credentials. While the paint shows well with some blemishes consistent with its age, and the original interior exhibits some dashboard cracks and a sagging headliner, the body remains notably straight and the undercarriage is rust-free. The front seats are in very nice condition, and while the electric sunroof and blower fan are currently inoperative (though the sunroof motor itself functions), these are common points for attention on a car of this vintage. This is an opportunity to acquire a driver-focused, early production 928 with a rare color combination and a manual transmission, ready for its next chapter.