Scarface (1983): Porsche 928

A cinematic masterpiece in its own right, Scarface stands as a pivotal film that solidified Al Pacino’s status as a Hollywood mainstay throughout the 1980s and 1990s. This intense and gritty movie portrays the riveting journey of Tony Montana, a Cuban refugee who ascends from rags to unimaginable wealth through the drug trade, the film takes an unexpected turn when, during an assignment for a powerful kingpin, Montana diverts his path through a Porsche dealership, where we first see the Porsche 928.

In contrast to the generally somber and dark tones prevalent in the movie, the infamous “dealership scene” revolves around Montana playfully engaging with a Porsche salesman. Simultaneously, he indulges in flirtatious banter with Elvira (Michelle Pfeiffer), the kingpin’s wife, whom he is tasked with accompanying for the day. The focal point of the scene is a Porsche 928 featuring the updated American mid-life facelift, mainly evident in the front bumper and air intake. As Elvira loses interest in the flirtation and prepares to depart, Montana seizes the moment to assert his wealth and nonchalant attitude toward material possessions. In a bold display, he instructs his assistant, Manny, to purchase the Porsche outright with cash and deliver it to his residence later, emphasizing both his financial prowess and casual approach to acquiring luxury items.