Porsche 944s Will Never Be Cheap Fun Again
Porsche 944 prices are rising steadily, but they’re still worth every penny.
While once an affordable introduction to the brand, Porsche 944s have steadily increased in value in recent years. This can be attributed to several factors, from attrition to market correction, but the simple fact remains that the Porsche 944 is no longer just a cheap weekend toy.
That’s not to say they aren’t affordable. This 1984 example, seen on Bring A Trailer, is a great example of the breed that deserves consideration. Currently, the bidding sits at $3,000, with several days left. Even if the bidding goes up a couple thousand dollars, this car is a steal.
First, we’ll talk about what the car doesn’t have. It’s not a particularly desirable color. Beige gold was once all the rage with German cars, but now it’s not the sort of color you would seek out on purpose…unless, of course, you’re nostalgic for the one you owned in this color back when they were new. In addition, this 944 doesn’t include the optional Fuchs wheels, instead making do with the standard “cookie cutter” alloys.
The paint presents well, though, and the wheels are a minor complaint – cookie cutters look just fine. What’s really important is that the interior is very well-preserved, perhaps in part thanks to the tinted windows, and the dashboard looks to be largely crack-free from the photos. Additionally, the cool Porsche-print seat fabric looks to be in similarly great shape.
Porsche 944s are subject to a few expensive repairs that most owners can expect to perform during their ownership: the timing belt and the clutch. In January, the timing belt, water pump, and associated maintenance items were serviced, leaving the next owner with a few years of relatively trouble-free enjoyment over the next few years.
Porsche 944s will never be as cheap as they once were, and now is definitely the time to make a move if you’ve ever desired a classic ’80s sports car wit squared-off fender flares and pop-up headlights.
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