Porsche 944. Worth the price?

"norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback" (norskracer98)
07/20/2014 at 22:31 • Filed to: None

!!!error: Indecipherable SUB-paragraph formatting!!! I've found this Porsche 944 for $2,300 and I have enough. Do you guys think this would be worth purchasing as my first car?

DISCUSSION (11)

K-Roll-PorscheTamer > norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback
07/20/2014 at 22:33

Seems a bit sketchy...i wouldn't take one that was that badly damaged though without any pics of what it looks like now.

Gimmi-Sagan-Om-Draken > norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback
07/20/2014 at 22:34

Hmm, 944s can be tricky. I would have a GOOD look at it with someone who knows them. Take it to a Porsche shop, they are nice cars but make sure its not a money pit. A good first car might be a similar type of sport coupe, but Japanese.

The World of Vee > norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback
07/20/2014 at 22:38

It'd need a pretty thorough inspection, it's a great price but for a first car you might find your self taking the bus pretty quick when it's broken down.

It sounds really cool owning a Porsche but you might wanna think a little more practical for a first timer, either go the import route or something like an early 2000s Mustang. Either of those should run in at around 2-3k

Me personally? a C5 or B5 Audi, but I'm admittedly biased.

WRXforScience > norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback
07/20/2014 at 22:43

Your local PCA (Porsche club of America) chapter might be able to help to get the car looked over, with either a reference or a member with some time to look it over.

catkam623 misses his 944 > norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback
07/20/2014 at 22:43

that particular one maybe not although a fender swap is fairly simple crash damage can definitely be tricky. As a first car I definitely recommend a 944. They're fun cars that handle great but don't have enough power to get you into serious trouble, the 5 speed manual is exquisite, the badge helps with people who don't know cars (specifically the fairer sex), the seats are ridiculously comfortable, and it has a surprising amount of room. I bought mine as my first car two years ago and love it too death.

norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback > catkam623 misses his 944
07/20/2014 at 22:47

The damage is the only thing that worries me. Also there's not many in my area in my budget that don't have some other issue or are now part cars. I want one badly but can't seem to find one. I might ask for pictures of the car now so I can see how bad the car really is.

Textured Soy Protein > norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback
07/20/2014 at 22:47

Ehh, if they admit it's been crashed, I probably wouldn't mess with it.

The World of Vee > norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback
07/20/2014 at 22:49

I see you're from the CapDistrict/Upstate NY area, in which case if you can find a bit more cash, this 944 would make you a hit with your classmates :)

http://albany.craigslist.org/cto/4565573132…

Just ask mom or dad to insure it!

catkam623 misses his 944 > norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback
07/20/2014 at 22:54

while your at it make sure the timing belt and water pump have been changed recently. If you an spare the money id also suggest getting it checked out by a certified porsche mechanic you may be able to recoup some of that money by using the issues he finds to lower the price. Best of luck

norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback > norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback
07/20/2014 at 22:55

http://syracuse.craigslist.org/cto/4515890276… This one looks good and I'm within tow distance. Only issue is the timing belt needs replacement.

treesmakewater > norskracer98-ExploringTheOutback
07/20/2014 at 23:24

the 944 is an excellent car, I've never looked into body panels for them though. Once I get the manual swap for my car I am definitely looking into a 944 or Datsun 240z.