waynelambright

Hello Rennlisters,

I got my first 928 today. I actually thought I was getting this 1985 but passed the trans was out of my wants at the moment. My goal is to do a full body repaint and restoration to like new with zero modifications. Even new vinstickers and stuff. Non sunroof, leather, AC. What I know at the moment. Was running two years ago, at that time they left the windows down. I'll uncover the dash tomorrow. I have no idea, guess its actually maybe good.

Allen who sold it too me said he bought it, put gas in it drove it to his shop to be restored and his partnership dissolved. I acquired the car for $1640, price was to be $1700 but arrived with unknown broken windshield. Bought after seeing photos, but not in person. I was committed. Clutch peddle feels strong and well. I got a battery and will try to start it up tomorrow.

ltoolio

Welcome to the tank. Lots of really knowledgeable people here to help you (I don't yet fall into the bucket of "knowledgeable"), and looking forward to learning from your restoration.

LT

Rob Edwards

Dive right off the blocks into the deep end!

Love the color- (Petrol blue and cork?) Original radio, unmolested center console surround, original wheels, no sunroof, no rubstrips, looks mostly there. Good bones if you have enough elbow grease.

waynelambright

I love that the center console is original, the slider are broken off.

Speedtoys

Come on down to Sharks In The Park saturday.

waynelambright

Petrol blue, thanks for that.
Shark in the Park, as soon as it's road worthy, I'll be there!

Speedtoys

Nah..just come.

The car can wait.

Rob Edwards

It may not be, it could be arrow blue or minerva blue, I dunno. Looks like at least the door was repainted at some point.

Link to '79 colors here:

http://928classics.com/resources.html

theultimatetrip

Are the seats a tan herringbone pattern?

Bob

drooman

Great buy, and great intentions on preserving originality. Lots of original details intact...be sure to get to know Jim at 928 Classics.

The Deputy

Looks worthy of a restoration. Good luck with your project.

Brian.

Jadz928

Cool find, congrats!

Always love seeing new enthusiasts with ambition for early 928s, ready to give them what they need. Awesome!

Good luck and keep in touch.

PS. Don't try starting the car until you inspected the fuel tank and condition of the fuel.

WyattsRide

Welcome and good luck with your restoration.

According to the The 928 Registry ( http://928registry.928oc.org/ ) Your car is actually #63 out of 2275 produced.

Cameron

I like the car. The color combo is killer.

I watched your video. It seems like you are trying to make money with this restoration to assist with your personal financial situation. I am not sure that a rough '79 is the best starting point for that, although the 5 speed certainly helps. Even with you doing the labor yourself, parts add up fast for these cars.

Having said that, I am by no means an expert on 928 restoration costs vs final value. There are others here who have more experience with that. And you will find here a community with great advice from people who love to help other 928 enthusiasts.

Best of luck and I will be watching with interest.

linderpat