What a pleasure this video was. To say I love the 928 is an understatement. I worship that design! I don't see the fact it didn't sell as well as Porsche hoped as the car's fault, but that of an imperfect, ignorant, uncouth world that couldn't understand it and therefore didn't deserve it. If there's a car I really wish I could afford to own, this is it.

Brilliant video, thank you so much👍! It makes me fall in love with my Porsche 928 S4 again and again and again❤️! Always loved the timeless design of this land shark combined with this V8 masterpiece and the most comfortable leather seats on this planet. My 928 would be the only keeper in my Porsche collection and I will never let it go🦈

I've admired the 928 for decades and get excited when I occasionally see one on the road still. They looked like a spaceship in the 70s and 80s.

Well thought out video. I own a 928 and often think how advanced the design was back in 1977. The car still looks modern even by todays offerings. So many press releases or TV programs have constantly bereated the car as not being a 911 replacement. In fact, back in the late 70s the 928 was far superior to the 911 both in engineering, build and of course design. From 1977 to 1995 it clearly had a dedicated clientele or Porsche would have stopped producing the car. The same narrow thoughts were given to the 924, the Boxster (which saved Porsche from financial ruin) and the Cayenne which is the best selling Porsche car of all time!

I've been a massive fan of the Porsche 928 since first seeing it in the pages of popular car magazines in the 80's. As far as I'm concerned it's the most beautiful car ever made. I get excited every time I see one. I still hope to own one some day. Thank you.

I've probably seen most of the videos on youtube on the 928. This is by far the best one. Really manages to capture what makes this car special.

It always looked so much nicer in the flesh than in the pictures - which was all you had back then. It had that solid, integrated. breadth and depth, like a die cast boiled sweet. It reached its peak with the S4, I think. A tiny car by modern standards. A lovely, airy cabin, and practical as well.

I clicked on this video because I've loved this car since it first appeared when I was a kid. It still looks extraordinary.

A terrific film, chronicling the design of my favourite Porsche! Thank you!

This is my favourite automotive channel on youtube and it only has two videos. Both of them are excellent. I'm glad someone has decided to make a channel like this.

Underrated. The 928 is an icon on its own merits

It still looks amazing today as it did back in the day. A genius design and a true classic.

The 928 blew my 14 yr old mind in 1978 and I was nearly knocked down by a 928 on an icy Sunday morning Jan 1979, Manchester, UK during a paper round. I even figured it would’ve been an honourable death😂 In the early 2000s I owned a 928 S4 for 13 glorious years, my love of this masterpiece is forever ❤

Christopher, bravo! I feel honored to have owned a Pasha checked, manual trans '78, at the tender age of 25. Great memories. Super futuristic back then, still of the future nearly fifty years later. An absolute jaw dropper. I wish I still had it to keep my 997.1 company in the garage.

Kudos to Anatole 'Tony' Lapine and Wolfgang Möbius for designing such a beautiful and timeless car. The later 928's maybe sleeker and quicker but aesthetics on the original late 70's-to-early 80's were perfect. Superb presentation.

Absolutely magnificent video. I am looking to purchase a 928 at the end of this year, and you’ve assisted in finalising that decision.

Can a car be art? (Yes.) Congrats to the lucky owner of this wonderful example in Oak Green Metallic, Brown Leather interieur and the all important manual transmission! Wonderful video, more please and soon.

I remember, when I was a kid in the early 80s in the Kindergarten, there was a 928 matchbox car. And it looked like a spaceship for me. There I got hooked to it for the first time and it never let me loose since then.

The fact that in 2024 it doesn't look old is a testament to how good the design was. It didn't fail, it was like being the most beautiful girl in the town but your sister is Miss World. Not a failure. If the 911 had never existed the 928 would have been Porsche's finest hour.

This channel is already in my top 5 regarding automotive content on KZfaq. Has potential to be No.1. Maybe after the Fulvia video :)

Many years ago a friend of mine bought a beautiful silver green 928 with tan interior and very low miles. It was such a lovely car and had the smoothest v8 engine I have ever driven. Would love to have one today but upkeep/value costs scare me to death. I own a 1985 911 coupe.

Auf dem Schulweg in den frühen 80ern immer bei einem an der Straße geparkten 928 stehen geblieben. Der Wagen gefiel mir damals und ich mag ihn heute noch... zeitloses Design.

One of my all-time favourite cars, and my new favourite KZfaq channel.

Finally a video that examines the 928 from a design perspective and gives some meaningful insight into the unique environment in which it was created. Thank you @AutoDidakt. However, that remarkable group of minds and all that R&D money didn't create a sub-par sports car. The 928's handling is exceptional and, post-1980, they got the power they needed. Perhaps the 2 factors that contributed most to the 928's 'downfall' were 1. The 4.5L it was introduced with was underpowered at 250HP, it was quickly upgraded (1980) to the 300hp 4.7L except for the all-important American market where it remained underpowered until 1985. 2. around 80% were delivered with an auto box. To really appreciate a 928's performance, you need at least 300HP and the manual. Around 12, 000 manuals were produced so they are out there and worth seeking out. A car this good won't stay underappreciated forever

The quality of the videos in this channel is at another level. Thank you for putting this together and share it to the world!

Fantastic video! The 928 has always been my dream car. I appreciate the deep dive on its styling. Also love how you embraced the late 70s with your black turtleneck and jacket! Great video, keep them coming 😊

Porsche in the 1970s and 1980s came out with very unique designs that were quite different from each other. Nowadays, they style everything after the 911 whether it is a sports car, sedan or SUV.

Another stunning presentation Christopher, Malte and Kostadin. Bravo!

Amazing video - great shots and editing! Now I want a 928 😅

I saw the 928 in Popular Mechanics in 1977. A very detailed article, with black and white photos!!! In 1983 I saw one in my city, same color as the video... a spaceship. The photos, videos, images do not reflect how impressive it is to see it live. The best: the rear lights. ............gran reportaje, saludos desde Chile

From 2005-2011, I had a 1990 S4, did 180tkm with it, bought at 50tkm. I call this model "Kõnig der Autobahn." Nothing till today offers such a perfect combination as a long distance car. 456 comes close, but servicing costs are in another league.

You're very good at this. Keep up the good work 👍 🍻

You've earned my subscription with this detailed and charming review of my all time favorite car. May Lapine be remembered forever.

Always my favorite car, the design is timeless, If I could afford one I would buy one.

I have always loved this car. Just from a design and architecture view its very distinctive and interesting.

I love the 928. To me the shape of it still looks stylish and contemporary. I've always wanted one.

Absolute masterpiece of a car and of a video👏 Superb work! 928 is such a marvel.

Dream design, seeing it as kid of the 70s and 80s it was like nothing else - still breathtaking to behold - fabulous design review - cheers from Brisbane

Sick outfit. Wonderful car. Fantastic video.

One of the best reviews of this magnificent vehicle. It was one of four that I bookmarked in my Encyclopedia of Modern Cars I would flip through as a 10 year old. I finally got a first gen 1979 that I am restoring. Amazing car. Thank you Auto Didakt for a great video.

The 928 always seemed like a European muscle car to me. The design is striking with a great stance, there is a reason way it was featured as 'thee' desirable car in so many 80's movies. And of course, it inspired great platforms like the 944 and 968. I'm sure a modern 928 design with a modern 32V DOHC V8 would look and sound amazing and be highly desirable.

You’re right, the 928 is no 911 “by any stretch of the imagination”. In fact, it’s a much better car in nearly every single category

What a remarkable video. Very well produced and presented. You have my subscription and keep producing them. The two so far are masterpieces.

I had the same in an S. Moss Green. Miss that car! Still looks modern today. Thanks for the vid

Fantastic video and such a landmark design. An early 928 in white or silver looks halfway between NASA and Dieter Rams. Keep going, would love to see more films from this channel.

What a pleasure to watch this video! I love the fact that it is a real design overview and critique, from designers, not just the “review” from car “aficionados”. Very well crafted, and researched. My only two critiques: (1) wish it was longer; and (2) the video itself is somewhat too fast on some of the static views making me having to stop, rewind, and pause in order to appreciate the information…. Otherwise perfect! Keep them coming.

I remember seeing the brochure in the waiting room at my doctor’s office. I was 12yo. I was in awe of the silhouette. This probably put Porsche on the map for me than the 911 - even though it was already in radar.

Excellent video, both in content and in production. I love learning about the people behind history's great cars and boy is the 928 one of them; what a graceful, taut design. It's crazy that after being a 928 fan since childhood, I only now notice, thanks to this video, how perfect and economical the shutlines and panel gaps are on the 928. Looking forward to the next video!

Bro!! Keep this up. I love Porsche content and you have added a twist in style that is wildly missing. Apparently. Your video was great. More please

De facto, the best Porsche design ever in my opinion, I still love it, now like then, because it looks like an Italian super car. the only one that does so. In fact this was heavily influenced by a design of a decade before, the Chevy Corvette Testudo by Giugiaro when working for Bertone, known as the Turtle. Go check it out. And it has those small square lights in the front which I so love, as they give it a strong character, that are similar to what you can find on a 288 GTO or the tiny rectangular one found on an M1 (also by Giugiaro). And nowadays on the appreciated Hyundai Ionic5 that in fact is inspired by 70's Italian supercar design. The round headlights that come up like in a Miura. And the rear is so futuristic.

Wonderful to see Auto Didakt now on KZfaq. Please keep the excellent analysis and commentary coming!

i always thought the eyes on the car made it look like anchovies and it always put me off, but i never saw the car in that kind of light and the interior is so retro modern and charming

Oooh that green is beautiful 😊❤

My Dream Car of the 1980s. This Would Be My Time Machine Like "Back to the Future".

A perfectly staged video for a great car! The background of the Berlin Kongresshalle, and even the retro-outfit of the presenter - it all fits.

I can't forget my encounter with the man himself in 1985 at the 'Ring: Tony Lapine.

Dear Mr. Christopher, it’s an absolute pleasure watching your videos. To be honest I’ve watched the W124 video several times and I still enjoy it. If I may place a request for a next video: the Volkswagen Golf and specifically the very first generation has a very interesting story in terms of design. Let me know on your thoughts about it. Thank you

Fantastic video! Great music

The first and if I’m not mistaken the only, 100% Porsche design

What a great video. Such a pleasant change to hear an informed opinion about the details of a car and its history without mention of the usual fan boy horsepower/0-60/value rubbish. Combine this with Henry catchpole and harry metcalf and you’ve got a perfect car channel! 👌

Another great video, keep up the good work. Personally I always preferred the front end of the 924 althoiugh that was even less popular.

1983-86 928s is the best looking Porsche ever.

Elegant retrospective. Delighted your channel appeared on my list. Liked and subscribed immediately

Appreciate this channel and your efforts! Will subscribe as long as the content keeps rolling in

Briefly overviewed, but still interesting and informative. I'll wait and watch for future videos for final opinion. Thanks for something different in this huge video segment.😊

Lovely video, beautifully shot and really appreciated the focus on the original design which as the years go by looks better and better.

My favorite Porsche

I always loved this car. I wanted one so badly. But they are too old now, and I just don't have the time to be fixing it when it breaks. That'd have been a fun project in my youth.

subscribed. fantastic production, keep em coming

Such a design classic.

Styling acceptance challenge reminds one of the unloved Ferrari Scaglietti

Fantatic video! :) The 928 is such a misunderstood car!

Next video please BMW 7er E32 or BMW 5er E34 or BMW 3er E36 or BMW 7er E38 or BMW 5er E39 or BMW 3er E46 Pleaaase 😊

Fabulous cars, I loved my 928’s (three of them). Can’t say the same of my 911 wide body cabriolet

Was Is will always be my favourite car, and if you want to drive a Thousand plus kilometres in a day this IS the car

Great video, thank you👍

Great video. Thanks!

Excellent video and a refreshing approach.

Excellent video!

Was it ever really designed to replace the 911? Stunning car and example!

Hans “Brown” applies especially to that example 😉

last night i had a dream about a rear engined v12 928.....

I love zhis thing or better this being since I saw it in the early 80s for the first time. Its future on wheels.

Porsche 928!!!!❤🎉

Love this. Love my 88 S4

great video!

I’ve hoped that Porsche will bring back the 928 in the form a of 2-door V8 Panamera platform.

🐧 Hätte ich Mitte der achtziger Jahre das Geld gehabt, mir einen 928 S Automatik neu zu kaufen und dann auf Dauer vernünftig zu bewirtschaften, würde ich das Fahrzeug noch heute täglich leidenschaftlich fahren.

I've been a 928 owner since 1999 and get constant thumbs up from Tesla drivers.

In an alternative universe, someone put the 928 engine and interior into the 944, and the perfect Porsche was born!

Zwar habe ich das meiste verstanden, aber ein deutscher Untertitel wäre willkommen. Bei 4:07 Hat der Bertone Testudo Möbius inspiriert oder nicht? Freut mich, dass mal jemand das überragende Interiör würdigt. Ein Mercedes W116 (Selbstverständnis "Das Beste oder nichts") verkommt daneben zur Lachnummer. Kein anderes Auto konnte in den 70ern dem 928 das Wasser reichen.

Well, at least Porsche 928 was more sensible car than the 911.

I assume there is fair to mention the overall input from another talented member of the Lapin´s design team, who is Jiri Kuhnert.

The 928 is difficult to evaluate fairly, as it was a significant engineering achievement for the mid 1970's, but also, as noted, a failure at its' intended mission (replacing the 911). With hindsight, it probably suffered from being too much a compromise - not small, light, and sharp handling enough to be a capable sports car, but not quiet and smooth riding enough to be a true grand tourer.

Anatole (Tony) Lapine looks like Leonardo DiCaprio's father lol

So what shall this video be? English, Denglisch or Deutsch? Is it that hard to choose easy to understand sentences? Is it that hard to lower the music to make the words more understandable? Is it that hard to use hardware that makes words more understandable?

Porsche 928 was more beautiful than Ferrari

Massive fan of the 928, love this video. But I think it's very inappropriate though to say "928" in german continuously, in an english spoken clip. I mean, it's ok, we get it: it's german engineering. You are German - but it's just a number, not a word with a meaning or a particular pronunciation. It really sounds like bragging

Berlin ist eine grosse Provinzstadt.

Nice review but please lose that shrunken, probably "Kommunion" Jacket , it weakens the audiences confidence in the presenters taste in design and styling. 😁