Thanks, Damon. My first 944-type was a black 87 924S, which I turned into a 944 Spec race car. Had a long and successful run of autocross and wheel-to-wheel racing in that car. Tons of fun. I currently own another 924S race car, but the favorite of my collection is a 1988 924S Special Edition. Only 500 of this model were produced for the US market. It's a factory lightweight with a big suspension package - M030 +. 20mm rear sway bar! The 924S is a great model. I love the sleek body lines. Since the update from the 2.0 liter Audi to the 2.5 liter Porsche engine, along with all the other running gear, the 924S is actually a narrow-bodied 944. Light. Nimble. Tossable. It's still my weapon of choice in the 944 line...... BTW, your blue 944S2 that you mentioned several times, and which was previously owned by Doug Kott from Road & Track, was sold to Greg Trigeiro, then to Charlie Buzzetti, who still owns it up in Atascadero. Cheers!

I had a 1982 924 it was a great car. Wasn’t the fastest, but fun to drive!

My first Porsche was a 1987 924S... 5-speed. Great car.

@PorscheClubofAmerica

10 ай бұрын

Great first car!

like the red wheels on the '88

@PorscheClubofAmerica

Жыл бұрын

Same!

Interesting new road. Seems a bit tight, especially with the concrete wall on the way out. 😳 Great comparison. Although I’ve got a PDK, I would have chosen the five speed for a 924/944.

The ratings seem high to me, particularly since he owned a 944 S2. I have to wonder how he'd compare the latter to these 924S's.

I still love the 924 which was my first Porsche while stationed in Spangdahlem Air Base Germany, same color too. Quick question does Porsche sell the 935 exhaust tips for the 981? Have a great Porsche day😎🖖

Yep! They can be little money pits, make sure you want it to fix, drive and love or just don't bother getting one. I have a 79 924 Sebring I paid $800 for and am now over $23,000 into it and it still hasn't been painted after sitting in a yard for 22 years.

@PorscheClubofAmerica

10 ай бұрын

Wow, thank is a lot. Thanks for watching.

I get sooooo wary about 924/944 for exactly the reason you mentioned on the first one (bought for $4600...and then $20K in getting it road-worthy). If I'm willing to drop that, might as well get a 996 with a repaired IMS or a 997 Boxster. EVERY time I get close to pulling the trigger on a 924/944 I get that weird tingle to stay away. I understand the realities of repair costs for any Porsche will not be the same as a Corolla...but I'd rather spend that repair money on someting that will have a higher resale that that Corolla. They are VERY nostalgic though. Any time I see a guards red 924/944 I think of "Sixteen Candles" and hunky Jake Ryan...so I don't think I never not want one. LOL

@thespectralsorrows

Жыл бұрын

Have a PPI done and you shouldn't have any big surprises down the road, spending even more than $10K shortly after buying a 924/944 is highly unusual if you properly vett the car prior to purchase.

@ComeauRacingEnterprises

Жыл бұрын

@@thespectralsorrows Got to agree strongly with James. As the owner of a 944 only shop, we've seen some poorly purchased examples........

@lukecamery7676

Жыл бұрын

@@ComeauRacingEnterprises just because it says Porsche on it doesn’t mean people treated it as one. This you gotta buy these smartly and really look at them and maybe inspected. Just like old VWs (mk1s and beetles)

@ComeauRacingEnterprises

Жыл бұрын

I understand, Luke. You just have to have them inspected by an expert and then buy smart.

@artmchugh5644

2 ай бұрын

Oooo you mean like this 😂 kzread.info/dash/bejne/mnd8trp8e6rMZ7g.htmlsi=i35hoe1Ow14TLM5y

I wish you'd spend a couple minutes doing some deeper interior and (where applicable) engine shots.

Rating a car after a 1 mile test drive is a little like jumping to conclusions. Did enjoy watching the short drives, however.

@PorscheClubofAmerica

11 ай бұрын

Yes we completely understand that. Most of the time we are only allowed to drive it for one-mile and we do our best to provide an honest review. Thank you for watching.

You needed to drive the automatic on the highway for 10 miles or so before making your road trip rating. With no overdrive they are buzzy at speed.

Why did Porsche put ignition non right in these cars ?

@SuperCarreraSTL

Жыл бұрын

I think they didn't change much from the Audi design. The 944 had more Porsche elements.

@nickthompson318

Жыл бұрын

​@@SuperCarreraSTL the 944 was just a wide body 924 with a different engine for the first few years of its production run. The later years had a different interior but still was full of Audi/VW sourced parts.

Please get some glasses that will stay in place.

@damonlowney

Жыл бұрын

I've been wearing glasses for 32 years and I have yet to find a pair that will stay put on a hot day. Hope you liked the video.

why do british people say nine two four and americans nine twenty four?

@thespectralsorrows

2 ай бұрын

Do British say Nine one one or Nine Eleven?

Your ratings...being so far lower than reality...gave you a rating of 5.45...get off the five alive and realize the perfection of that particular model....all are not so....

@SuperCarreraSTL

Жыл бұрын

I thought the ratings were slightly high--and I love these cars.

save yourself time and not watch this video. the 924 Porsche is garbage. . if you find one that runs and stays ion the road more than in the garage. that may be a rare example. there saved you time.

@PorscheClubofAmerica

7 ай бұрын

Many would disagree with you.

@thespectralsorrows

2 ай бұрын

Same car basically as the 944, exact same engine even, which has proven the test of time, clearly you don't know what you are talking about.

@bigmacdaddy1234

Ай бұрын

I own one. Great car. Easy to fix and very dependable.