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05-03-03, 12:10 PM
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Hi, I am thinking to buy a 944 2.5 (not turbo) from 1987. The engine of the car has been changed 3 times in its life. On the clock the car got 151K miles, but in 2001 the engine was change for a used one. the problem is that the owner doens't know how many miles the engine got now.
I would apreciate your advice.
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05-03-03, 03:59 PM
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I would pass on this car and wait until something better comes up. There are plenty of 944's out there so don't be in a hurry. One of the most important things is to make sure the car has all its service records. I would save my money and by a 944S2. Good luck | |
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05-03-03, 08:35 PM
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3 Engine overhauls, sounds to risky. Personaly I wouldn't put my money on this one. | |
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05-03-03, 10:49 PM
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I agree, it has obviously been abused to kill that many engines, so who knows what else is lurking in there. Wait for a turbo or S2 variant. Far superior!
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06-26-03, 01:12 AM
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3 engine replacements is a lot. Even if the engine is in good shape, who knows how the other parts (like the transmission) suffered. I had an old 944 once. The previous owner REALLY abused it. The clutch and rear end were about totally worn out, but the engine was still very strong. If this car went through 2 other engines, then I would definitely check out the service records. If the transmission is original, pass it up. You'll be paying thousands of dollars to have it fixed. Trust me, I got an estimate on my car. | |
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08-13-03, 04:37 PM
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There are LOTS of 944's around for almost nothing... the nicest ones sell for 6-7k US. Unless you're getting this one for $500 I'd pass.
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08-13-03, 08:47 PM
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Why are 944's so cheap, I would think that the Porsche name alone would keep the prices above a four year old Ford.
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08-13-03, 09:39 PM
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supply and demand.... I don't want one, do you?
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08-13-03, 10:47 PM
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they aren't that fast, build quality was sad for porsche, handling was average. reliability again sad for a german car.
they just weren't great. I'd sooner have a comperable BMW.
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08-18-03, 01:26 AM
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I think the 924/44 was made to help Porsche stay afloat in the 80s. They are neat little cars, I think a lot of them were dailys for owners of 928s/930s/911s. | |
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