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1981 Porsche 928 Coupe

  • Chassis Number: WP0JA0920BS821192
  • Engine Number: 8110578
  • Gearbox Number: 1111343
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Featuring Grand Prix white paint with a black leather interior, a five-speed manual transmission, and phone-dial wheels, with 70,000 miles shown; this 928 was sold new in Sioux City, Iowa ,on June 7, 1981.

Options include a Blaupunkt digital radio, a right-side mirror and side rub strips. This low option 982 is notably missing many unusually selected options like automatic transmission, sunroof, power seats, and storage bins. 928 S-Type spoilers were added by the prior owner or perhaps by the selling dealership.

Known ownership for more than 20 years in California with two owners.

Since 2013, this 928 has undergone numerous restoration projects by its current owner and selected 928 specialists, which included a complete engine rebuild, torque tube rebuild, transmission rebuild (including LSC), full chassis refresh, comprehensive wheels refinish, brakes overhaul, and much more.

Prior ownership also fitted leather upholstery on the dash, doors, and console, completed a full AC rebuild, and many other details.

Since 2014, this 928 has been shown and placed in more than 20 concours-type events throughout California and has achieved numerous wins, and is highly regarded as one of the best examples around.

Designed in-house by Porsche in the 1970s, including the engine, the 928 was intended to be the successor model for the 911. A water-cooled V8 upfront, transaxle transmission out back, wide use of aluminum in the suspension and body, yielded a 50/50 weight distribution for excellent handling. Far more luxurious inside than the 911, the 928 offered effortless power and a comfortable, smooth ride on any road. In production from 1978 to 1995, the 928 stands along as a unique sports GT car in Porsche model history.

2025 Broad Arrow : Porsche Air | Water Auction

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $50,000-USD $60,000 
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1981 Porsche 928 Auction Sales

Recent Sales of the Porsche 928

(Data based on Model Year 1981 sales)
1981 Porsche 928 S by Gemballa
Chassis#: WP0ZZZ92ZBS840480
Sold for USD$126,000
  2025 RM Sothebys : ModaMiami
 
1981 PORSCHE 928
Chassis#: WP0ZZZ92ZBS800603
Sold for USD$24,200
  2022 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale, Arizona
 
1981 Porsche 928S 4.7 Coupe
Chassis#: WPOZZZ9ZZBS41096
Sold for USD$12,404
  2020 Bonhams July Motoring Auction
 
1981 Porsche 928
Sold for USD$9,000
  2017 Mecum : Kansas City
 
1981 Porsche 928 S
Sold for USD$10,002
  2016 Barons : British Heritage, Classic and Sports Cars
 
1981 PORSCHE 928
Chassis#: WP0JA0925BS820734
Sold for USD$5,500
  2016 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale, AZ
 
1981 PORSCHE 928 S
Sold for USD$22,352
  2013 Artcurial Motorcars - Monaco 2013
 
1981 Porsche 928 Coupe
Sold for USD$5,664
  2013 Shannons Melbourne Late Summer Classic Auction
 
1981 PORSCHE 928S
Sold for USD$7,975
  2011 Auctions America - Spring Carlisle
 
1981 Porsche 928 Coupe
Sold for USD$10,250
  2008 Dana Mecum's Original Spring Classic Auction
 
1981 Porsche 928 S Competition
Chassis#: WPOZZZ92ZBS840994
Sold for USD$15,473
  2007 Bonhams - Les Grandes Marques a Monaco
 
1981 Porsche 928
Sold for USD$9,127
  2006 RM Auctions Toronto International Spring Classic Car Auction
 
1981 PORSCHE 928 COUPE
Sold for USD$9,350
  2006 Barrett-Jackson - Palm Beach 2006
 
1981 Porsche 928
Sold for USD$6,783
  2005 Toronto International Spring Classic Car Auction
 
1981 PORSCHE 928 COUPE
Sold for USD$7,800
  2001 Kruse Auction - Auburn, IN
 
1981 PORSCHE 928 COUPE
Sold for USD$8,500
  2001 Kruse Auction - Tulsa, OK
 
1981 PORSCHE 928 COUPE
Sold for USD$12,750
  2001 Kruse Auction - Oklahoma City, OK
 

Porsche 928s That Failed To Sell At Auction

1981 Porsche 928's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
VehicleChassisEventHigh BidEst. LowEst. High
1981 Porsche 928WP0JA0920BS8211922025 Broad Arrow : Porsche Air | Water Auction $50,000$60,000
1981 Porsche 928 2016 Auctions America : Santa Monica$32,500  
1981 PORSCHE 928 2010 Silver Auction Puyallup$4,100  

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Chassis #: WP0JA0920BS821192
Engine #: 8110578
Gearbox #: 1111343

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