1987 Porsche 944 review from North America
"Tempe-rmental, but fun"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Timing belt and pulleys
Auxiliary Fan relay
Battery
Radio
Transmission Fluid
Odometer
Air Conditioning
Headlight Relay
Slave Cylinder.
General comments?
The Car is a great handler, as well as having great power for a four cylinder. However as anyone driving a Porsche knows that the repairs are EXPENSIVE. I am a full time college student, and co mute to school everyday in this car. I have not had any internal engine problems what so ever, but too many "little" things have gone wrong. However this is a great car to drive, it gets many looks and a lot of thumbs up from other drivers. I had a magnaflow exhaust put on mine, and that really lets out a European howl when shes under acceleration. Over all it's a great car, but don't be shocked with the repair bills.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1987 |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 2007 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2008 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5L Manual |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 7 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 80000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 88000 miles |
| Previous car | Mitsubishi Eclipse |
| Date of Entry | 16th January, 2008 |