Looking at buying a 944
03-03-2010, 09:36 AM
#31
Burning Brakes
for a daily driver a Turbo would be the last 944 I would recommend. Not at all suitable for round town driving. Driving in bad weather would be treacherous.
I'd recommend a 944S2 (3000cc)
There is hardly any difference in outright performance and the S2 gives an instant throttle response and smoother more predictable delivery from low revs right through the rev band.
I'd recommend a 944S2 (3000cc)
There is hardly any difference in outright performance and the S2 gives an instant throttle response and smoother more predictable delivery from low revs right through the rev band.
03-03-2010, 10:34 PM
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I think once you drive a "regular" 944 (ie, 8valve, naturally aspirated 143-167hp), you will be disappointed by its lack of both low end hp and tq, compared to the V-8s' you've come from.
An S2 or a Turbo would be something you'd like more. Break out the Craigslist/Autotrader ads and pick a day to do some test driving and let us know what you think!
An S2 or a Turbo would be something you'd like more. Break out the Craigslist/Autotrader ads and pick a day to do some test driving and let us know what you think!
I'm also looking to pick up a 944 NA in the next couple months. Glad I came across this. I knew to look for a recently done timing belt, so it seems like I'm on the up and up mostly. Thankfully my Dad also has the wonderful Disease, so he has been educating me. I mean what better way to get into a real Porsche on a budget?
Thats a pretty garage you have there, my friend. Needs a Porsche though...so good choice.
Thats a pretty garage you have there, my friend. Needs a Porsche though...so good choice.
03-03-2010, 10:41 PM
#33
Burning Brakes
very nice garage you got there !! welcome !! 5K will get you a good 944. just keep up with the maintenance and itll run forever. but im sure you know that already =) these cars are very fun to drive and user friendly, you will not be dissapointed.
