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Yup, I had a 1988 944 Turbo for about five years.
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Posted by bb vign [Email] (more from bb vign) on Sat, 22 Jan 2005 07:17:29 Share Post by Email
In Reply to: Any Porsche 944 experiences out there?, andy [Profile/Gallery] , Fri, 21 Jan 2005 19:01:47
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Fast as hell (365HP/395TQ at the rear wheels) but VERY expensive to maintain.

Overall, I would be hesitant to buy the car unless you are confident you will have at least a $1,000 around at all times for repairs. I'm not trying to scare you but I made the mistake of buying my 944T when I was just out of school and got crazy in debt over it. The car you're looking at sounds like it is fanatically maintained but it is still at least a 15 year old car (if not 20) and therefore requires some vigilance.

The 944 is a blast to drive, even without the turbo, purely because it has 50/50 weight balance and amazing handling. Much more forgiving than a 911 but easier to drive fast. Also, there are a ton of parts out there to upgrade any aspect of the car but again, repairs can be expensive. If you go ahead with the car, PLEASE do yourself a favor and have it checked out by a reputable Porsche shop. I didn't do this and $3,000 later (after 2 months of driving the car), I was buying a new tranny!

You may also want to consider a used 944 Turbo. Much more power, stronger engine internals, bigger brakes, and beefier suspension. These cars can be had for $5K or $6K and can be modded to 300HP for very little money. IMHO, there isn't a better value in the used sports car marketplace!

Good luck,

Derek
2002 9-3 Convertible w/sport package and a whole lot more!
2005 Volvo S60R w/300HP, AWD, 6MT, navigation, sport body package, 18s, etc... (on order)


P.S. The Porsche Club of America is great too! They have something for everybody including tours, track time, driver's ed and autocross
P.P.S. Check-out Rennlist; a great site for Porschephiles!

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