written by on 24/12/2008
I've owned my Porsche 944S for just over a year and love it like my own. It drives great looks great and has never let me down. As for the comments made, some may have slightly a "battered" one! As you should hopefully know the S is not turbocharged or supercharged (P.S the Bentley Blower was supercharged hence why the term is aimed at supercharged engines) but with the bits I have done to mine I would love to show you what it can do on any road or track of your choice.
written by on 17/12/2008
Beautiful red 1986 turbo with red leather interior, bought new badges and it took a kango hammer to get the rusted on oil filter off for an oil change.
A rewiring of the tail lights, other small jobs, a real enthusiasts car.
Fast, reliable, accelerates unbelievably, WOW.
written by rsvmax on 30/09/2007
Great car to drive. Was my "Welcome home from Iraq car"! Only had it a few days and I can't stay out of it. Such a pleasure to drive in Hawaii. Purchased for $3000 and with only 120,000 miles. In great shape and sounds very good... VROOOOMMM. Little stiff in the suspension but to be expected in a Porsche. Awesome car!
written by war789 on 22/09/2007
I bought this car for my wife reluctantly, thinking it it will need constant attention, but I've totally fallen in love with it. It's great!
written by davidbp on 06/05/2005
Bought my 1985 Porsche 944 Coupe 83-88 auto off Ebay for £1300, 80k miles, bargain of the year! Supposidly auto slipping slightly at low speed, but you'd never notice. At high speed very stable. Looks like its 5 years old, not 20! Can't think of any serious faults, just change the oil/ filter using good stuff regulary. Great to drive, but my Merc's easier to get in/out.
Great car, cheap classic insurance too, just need a tiptronic Porsche now!
written by coolb944 on 21/11/2004
My '87 Porsche 944 Coupe S is a sports car I think I will always love, and try to keep for as long as possible. I've had it since March 2004. Bought it from the original owner with 102,500 miles on it and a folder of receipts about 4 inches thick. It was kept up to a high standard, and I haven't had any problems with it other then a cracked heater hose which I replaced for $4. This car has a sweet 16V DOHC 2.5 that sings wonderfully and revs happily. It really moves the car well in the mid and higher rpms. With 188HP and less then 3,000lbs to move, what do you expect? It's not supercar fast, but it's sports car fast, and it definitely won't embarass itself (unlike the regular 944, which is kind of slow, and really slow with the automatic). The handling is otherworldly, even with the not so spectacular Bridgestone Touring T/A all-weather tires it has. The shifter is a little notchy, but nice and precise, with a nice spring-loaded feel. The seats are very comfortable, and hold you in place really well, and the interior is still very contemporary and wonderful in its simplicity and functionality. No messy electronics to spoil the fun. The car is in all original condition and can easily change from a daily driver to a show car in no time flat. Try and get a car with lower-mileage and a good mantainence record. Don't be fooled. It's still a Porsche. The asking price is not a lot at all, but repair costs are still Porsche super-sized. As long as you take care of the car, it'll be very reliable and can easily serve as a daily driver. The 944 is the best kept secret in the sports car market today. If you ever get the chance to drive one or buy one, DO IT. You definitely won't regret it.
written by gortlosk67 on 24/06/2004
I bought a 944 as a birthday present for myself 3 months ago. I love it. It looks fantastic due to the wonderful, original paintwork and complete lack of any rust. How many 21 year old cars can you say that about. It's great fun on the open road and I get envious looks everywhere I take it. In addition It has to be the best looked after and best built car I have ever owned. It was excellent value for money and has relatively low running costs due to the availability of parts, general reliability and cheap classic insurance. If you buy one of these you will not be disappointed.
written by Dilberto on 29/04/2004
This car is truly Porsche's best-kept secret. The superlatives are numerous: large displacement four; light, all-alloy engine; amazing aerodynamics; gravity-cheating roadholding; high performance to value quotient; excellent resale value; supercar status under $20,000. My son's first car will be my Porsche...
written by 1cool944rider on 26/01/2004
The Porsche 944 Coupe 83-88 is the best handling vehicle I've ever driven, as the son of an owner of a vehicle dealership, I've had a better "cross sample" than average to base that opinion on. The body style still looks exotic many years later and the build quality is excellent and holds up to scrutiny, even when compared to newer techniques. The brakes are superb and perform way better than the profit driven rubbish found on production vehicles of 2004. Gas mileage is awesome considering the performance of the vehicle. Unlike the boxster and 911, my 944 can fold the rear seat and take luggage and gear on weekend getaways, try that in any other Porsche, especially if you have a lady who likes to pack!!!!
written by Paul Bond. on 18/01/2003
I always wanted a Porsche 944 when I was a kid and when I finally bought one I was not to be disappointed. The handling at speed is second to none and parts are not that expensive anymore in England due to the age of the vehicles. They are also extremely reliable; as long as you change the oil filter regularly they should just run and run.
written by Incessant. on 22/11/2002
Beautiful vehicle, flawless mechanics. All at a reasonable price. Advice: It is very much worth spending extra money for a car with lower miles/better maintained. If I could, I would find a California car collector selling a car with 20,000 miles or less for half of the original cost of the car. This would save you the most money in the long run.
written by PC Wizard. on 20/09/2002
The Porsche 944 Coupe is a well made, long legged sports tourer that can seriously cover the ground. Even though the youngest model is now 10 years old, the large percentage of non-abused 944s just keep going. Galvanised bodyshell and bulletproof mechanicals give reliable, fast transport. They are cheap to buy as well (£3K to £15k), though major services at Official Porsche centres are pricey at £500+. Going to an Owners Club recognised independent can reduce service costs somewhat but a FPMDSH (full Porsche main dealer service history) preserves the value of the car, of course.
Heavy, solid cars, they take some physical work to drive (well) but are very satisfying to drive on winding roads. Summary: join the Porsche Club GB and buy a 944 (or even a Turbo - licence loser!); you won't regret it!
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