Introduction
Glyn Parry
2.5 litre trans-axle with a near 50/50 weight distribution makes the 944 a superb handling machine.
Porsche introduced the 944 in 1982 to replace the Porsche 924 as their entry-level model, although the 924 continued until 1988 as an even lower-priced alternative. Many Porsche enthusiasts considered the 944 to be the first real front-engine Porsche because it didn’t have the Audi sourced 2.0 litre engine from the 924. Instead, the 944 started life with a 2.5 litre straight-4 engine which was based on one-half of the Porsche 928's V8 engine. Based on the earlier 924 body, some noticeable changes included flared wings, flared quarter panel and a larger rear spoiler. In 1985 the 944 underwent its first significant changes. The interior was given a facelift and a much more modern feel and look with a completely new dash and door panels, and to help keep those lines nice and smooth, the radio aerial was moved from the standard vertical position to being embedded in the windshield. Other changes included new front and rear cast aluminium control arms and semi-trailing arms, and a larger fuel tank.
In 1987 to mark the 100,000th 944 produced, Porsche released the 944 Celebration, a special edition model of which just 930 were made, and it’s thought only ~30 made it to the UK, making this quite a rare model 944. This example comes to market from ~6.5 years ownership with a Porsche enthusiast, and part of a collection of 3 "Anniversary/Celebration" editions. It has just 5 former keepers registered, and presents in remarkable condition given the age and mileage it has covered, take a look through the listing to see the detail.
This listing was written from information supplied by Glyn after meeting Paul the owner, and having visited and photographed the vehicle.
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