Highlights

Very usable early 944
Cambelt, water pump, head gasket and head skim in 2020
New radiator and coolant flush at the same time
Electricals professionally overhauled in 2022
Large history file of maintenance
Newly MOT and tax exempt

The Appeal

The original 944 was a firm reboot of the 924 coupe. The bigger engine - essentially half of the 928’s V8 - and extra power meant buyers could properly exploit the choice underpinnings of this superbly balanced and very tactical sports car.

The svelte 924 profile also got a healthy shot of adrenaline, the track widening under big arches and spoilers arriving front and rear. These early cars make great classics and a perfect way into the world of Porsche ownership via a practical 2+2.

This tidy 1983 car benefits from a huge amount of work to the parts you cannot see. In 2020, the engine was overhauled, including head skim and gasket, cambelt and tensioner, water pump, new radiator and coolant flush. A fruity stainless steel exhaust was the final flourish.

More recently the electrics have been professionally worked on by Suffolk Classic Services.

The car is presentable but there is scope to make it better. It is now usefully MOT and tax exempt, giving you more funds to invest in the cosmetics.

The History and Paperwork

First registered in 1983
UK registered in July 1985
Eligible for registration as a tax, MOT and ULEZ exempt Historic Vehicle
We are told there is a thick history file
Lots of recent maintenance summarised below
Engine work undertaken in 2020 prior to current keeper buying the car
Current keeper since June 2022
Vendor acquired car as a Porsche was on his bucket list
He acquired the car as what he described as a ‘driving restoration’
Recent electrical work professionally undertaken by Suffolk Classic Services

The Condition

Red paintwork in presentable condition with scope to improve as shown
Paintwork has some micro blistering, chips and marks as seen in photos
Bodywork looks presentable with some localised areas to note
These include small areas of bubbling to sill and arches edges
There is also some deterioration to note to nearside sill where it meets the rear wing
No structural advisories to note on previous expired MOT
Factory Porsche decals still present on sills but with some deterioration as shown
Exterior fittings appear complete and in aged but presentable condition
Advisories for exterior electrics to note on last MOT test in March 2024
Recent attention to electrics by specialist as detailed above
Factory 16in ‘teledial’ alloy wheels in fair condition with some ageing
Fitted with mix of tyres, at least one showing some cracking to sidewall
Original factory cloth and leather interior in fair condition showing some wear
Dashboard looks presentable but we are told contains some cracks
Black Porsche-branded seats in generally good order for year front and rear
Rear seats are particularly well kept and fitted with useful seat belts
Advisory for seatbelt on March 2024 MOT test
Black carpets through cabin and boot area in good order for year
Fitted with a Sony stereo
Switchgear and dials in fair condition for age and with no reports of malfunctions

The Mechanics

2,497cc M44 4cyl 150bhp engine
5spd manual gearbox
Front discs reported to be slightly warped but work correctly
Recent work to electrics by Suffolk Classic Services
Extensive engine work in 2020 summarised below
No reported running or driving issues
Stainless steel exhaust

2020 engine work summary:

Head gasket replaced
New water pump
Cambelt and tensioner
Distributor cap
Head skimmed
Stainless steel exhaust fitted
New radiator
Coolant system flush and replacement

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