Tips for buying a '86 928S

[kamaro]

Hi guys,

I found what looks to be a nice '86 928S and thinking of buying it to add it to my 911 stable, I once owned a '90 S4 25 years ago and it was good except for the VERY expensive spare parts from the parts dealer locally, added to being a not a very reliable car. back to the present, I found this car which is running and driving but with no service history except the last owner replaced the timing belt. What are things that I need to look at? is a '86 is a good year for the 928? how reliable the engine/drivetrain is compared to a G body 911?

And last, I'm looking for someone to do PPI for me in Chicago, IL area (I'll pay for it, of course).

Thanks in advance.

[hbueno]

I'd suggest heading over to the rennlist 928 forum to ask this question, the forum there is full of knowledgable people who can answer your questions. Some of the same people visit the 928 forum here, but the other site is much more active.

A PPI should be done by a 928 specialist. Stay far away from 911-focused shops or "European car" shops.

My first question would be, who did the timing belt change? Did they do all the ancillary work that a complete job would entail?

Is it an automatic? If yes, what's the status of the flex plate?

What's the status of the rubber bits (fuel-injection hoses especially).

Are all systems functional?

As with any Porsche, they're reliable as long as you maintain them.

Hugo

[Matt Monson]

^what he said. Rennlist has a very active 928 forum with some of the national gurus being regular contributors.