by SpyderWerks replaced all the body panels, allowing this Porsche to look more like an MX-5.
Under the new exterior design, this Porsche retained its 928 chassis and 5.0-liter V8 engine.
Although the car has only 5,714 miles on the odometer, it did not find a buyer at a recent auction.
It’s hard to believe, but this strange creation is indeed a 928. Before you stands a Porsche 928 with a remarkable exterior design, sharply different from the classic Porsche 928. Even this week it was put up for sale, but did not find a new owner, even with a $15,000 offer.
Although this 1987 Porsche 928 was likely converted in the 1990s by a small company called SpyderWerks, the company no longer exists, but it is known for creating several 928 convertibles similar to this one. Discovering the exact number of SpyderWerks cars built is difficult, but it’s clear that these modified 928s are very rare.
The exterior design of this Spyder is a departure from what Porsche was building in the 1980s. In fact, it has more in common with a Mazda MX-5 than with a Porsche 928. The original body panels have disappeared, replaced by a soft, rounded design more in line with the convertible sports cars of that era.
Take for example the front end. Here are simple round headlights and, like the 928, a shallow grille. New side mirrors, new doors, and door handles were also installed. Being a Spyder model, the fixed roof was also cut off, making way for a folding top. The protruding rear fenders really catch the eye, as do the interesting tinted taillights.
Despite all the work done to the exterior of the car, most of the interior remains unchanged. However, some changes were made to the dashboard and door trim, along with a new Momo steering wheel. The original 5.0-liter naturally aspirated V8 appears to be completely original, and the car has covered only 5,714 miles (9,195 km).
The main reason for the unsuccessful sale of the car is probably that most people likely do not know what kind of car it is, or do not particularly approve of the idea of owning a 928 that doesn’t even look like a Porsche. Add to this the fact that the SpyderWerks creation has a rebuilt title, and it’s not so easy to sell.
Despite its rare origin, this SpyderWerks Porsche might just need a little more time (and a buyer with a rich imagination) to find it the perfect home.
