1994 Porsche 928 GTS – Rare Factory Wide Body

Here is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Porsche History that is appreciating in value. These days, cars like this do not come available very often as Porsche collectors are becoming numerous.

1 of 4 produced in Aventurine Green Metallic

Only 139 units were exported to North America

This example has only 39940 miles and is in Excellent Condition.

CLEAR CARFAX and Porsche Certificate of Authenticity can be viewed in the photos.

Equipped with the 5.4 Liter Dual Overhead Cam, 32 Valve, Aluminum 8 Cylinder producing 345HP and capable of 0 to 60 in 5.2 seconds.

The Rare Aventurine Green Metallic factory colour gives the car a “Blue Metallic” look. The exterior is complimented by the Interior’s “monochromatic” Grey Leather Interior.

Factory Special Order Options include:

Heated Seats – L/R

Electric Sliding Sunroof

Green Graduated Tint Windshield

Equipment for Japan

Factory Standard Options include:

Air Conditioning (that blows real cold)

Full Leather Interior

Cruise Control

Power Windows and Locks

Intermittent Wipers

Blaupunkt 6 disc stereo system

This car was exported to Japan from the Factory. The difference is the manuals are in Japanese.

Here’s a little info about this car lifted off Wikipedia…

The 928 GTS came for sale in late 1991 as a 1992 model in Europe and in spring of 1992 as an early 1993 model in North America. Changed bodywork, larger front brakes and a new, more powerful 5.4 L, 350 PS (257 kW/345 hp) engine were the big advertised changes; what Porsche wasn’t advertising was the price. Loaded GTS models could eclipse US$100,000 in 1995, making them among the most expensive cards on the road at the time. This severely hampered sales despite the model’s high competency and long standard equipment list. Porsche discontinued the GTS model that year after shipping only 77 of them to the United States.

1994

Model designation: 928 GTS
Engine displacement: 5.4 L
Valves: 32
Power: 350 PS (345 hp, 257 kW)
Changes:
Cabin pollen filter added.
Dynamic kickdown for automatic transmission models.
Wheel design changed to “Cup II”, RDK deleted at same time.
First 19 US models were made already in spring of 1993, months before when normal model year change occurs in July/August. These M718 option cards still used previous model year parts like Cup I wheels and do not have 1994 model year updates despite using same 1994 VIN sequence.
Connecting rods changed to stronger design part in middle of model year.

We encourage anyone interested to come see the car (before you bid), bring your Porsche expert if you want. Serious inquiries only please, NO used car dealers!!

We have shipped several cars over the years by covered/enclosed transport and can assist with that process however, all transport costs are the buyer’s responsibility.

This car is a part of a Private Collection that is presently being downsized. The car is advertised elsewhere and therefore may be sold before this auction is completed (if the reserve is not met). No dealers!!

TERMS OF SALE

A non-refundable $1000 deposit on final bid amount due within 48 hours after close of auction. Balance of bid to be paid in full within 5 days after close of auction. All payments must be paid by wire transfer. Deposits are non-refundable.

By bidding, you are entering into a legal and binding contract. Do not bid if you are not a serious buyer and do not have readily available funds. As a bidder, you are urged to inspect and/or ask any questions prior to making a bid. You are bidding to own, not to test drive.

Winning Bidder must contact us immediately upon winning the auction via email. The email must include all phone numbers where the buyer can be reached. All vehicles are sold as-is with no liens or warranties implied. All sales are final with no exceptions.

If all terms of sale are not met within the allotted time frame, we then serve the right to re-list the vehicle or to sell it to the next highest bidder or another qualified bidder. Buyer responsible for all transportation charges, taxes. We can help arrange transportation as a service to the Buyer.

We reserve the right to notify bidders and cancel this auction early and we shall not be held liable for any such cancellation. This vehicle is for sale locally and is subject to prior sale.

The car is part of the Private Collection stored in a heated secure facility in London, ON.

Please do not hesitate to ask questions. I’m more than happy to answer them.

THANK YOU FOR BIDDING AND GOOD LUCK!

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