1979 Porsche 924 review from North America

Speedometer is broken, hence same mileage. Smokes when cold or under deceleration.

Gorgeous silver paint was covered white by very poor Maaco job.

1st, 2nd gear synchros are all, but useless, and worn shift bushings cause difficulties going into 2nd and fourth gears (requires a very precise movement). Lower-to-Upper Air Intake bolt broke, causing rich condition under boost. Wastegate bracket is either loose broken, which rattles under 2000rpm. Interior is in poor shape due to leak in sunroof and footwells. Air conditioning was disabled by PO removing belt. Heater blower fan seized.

Aside from the aforementioned problems, the car is remarkably fun to drive when equipped with the optional suspension package, and very responsive when put through its paces. Jarring ride on lesser-maintained roads, but communication from the steering wheel is amazing.

When purchasing tires, you must be aware of rim width and tire width when making your decision. If you have factory 16x6.5 wheels, stay with 205/55R16 tires. Going wider will cause the rear end to wander in corners.

When PROPERLY maintained (or freshly rebuilt), these cars are absolutely amazing, despite what I consider menial turbo lag (thanks to the stiff intake tubes). The sound is incredible, the feel is solid, and the look is smooth and sexy. The addition of other, more open, Porsche rims would definitely improve the look and feel, as would the slightly larger 944 or CGT rear spoilers.