I might be buying a 1985 944 with the pre-85.5 interior. I like the look of the later version but if I get the car I have to deal with this interior. For those of you who have it, how is it? Does it look as bad or as "not cool" as i think? What trim parts, etc can I buy to make it look better? Thanks!

-Ryan

 

The only advantage I can think of is that you can (if you wish) do some modifying and put DVD monitor in the "flat" dash. I prefer the early dash better, the newer style looks to big to me, IMHO.

 

I like my earlier interior also.

 

I pulled my dashboard apart and sanded/prepped and painted the gauge housing and the center console where the AC controls/Oil Pressure Gauge etc are located to match the exterior of the car. Gemini Grey Metallic so it's not too gaudy and looks a lot better than the faded paint that was on there.
Putting it back together was a b%tch. I think I screwed up the AC controls and now it only blows hot air.
Working on fixing that one...
Paul
84 944
87 944

 

The best feature of the "old" dash:

REVERSE TACH

I love it.

 

Thanks guys. Makes me feel alot better and I think I will get used to it! Are there any dash kits or aluminium tirm pieces available for the early dash?

 

Anything?

 

I'm thinking Prestige Parts in the UK, can't be sure though. HTH <img src="confused.gif" border="0">

 

[quote]Originally posted by zehnd:
<strong>I'm thinking Prestige Parts in the UK, can't be sure though. HTH </strong><hr></blockquote>

Your right, here is the link.

<a href="http://www.prestigeparts.co.uk/" target="_blank">http://www.prestigeparts.co.uk/</a>

 

The only think I did was purchase a dash cover from coverlay manufacturing. I was very pleased with it, much better than looking at cracks.

I personally like both dashes. I really don't think you will regret getting a car with the older dash. The tach is a piece of cake to read, and the center console gauges are neat with a nostalgic analog clock and oil pressure gauge. Some people like the look of a lower profile cd/radio/tape player. I have a pioneer cd player that the previous owenr put in and it looks fine. Keeping everything clean and conditioned also helps make the interior look nicer. Hope this helps!

 

I personally like the early dash, the later one's reminds me of a family sedan.

That just my opinion thou. <img src="graemlins/icon107.gif" border="0" alt="[icon107]" />