1984 Porsche 944 review from North America
"High styling at a low cost"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Water pump.
Alternator.
Timing belt and bearings.
Motor mounts.
Window switches.
Battery.
Wheel bearings.
Rotors and pads.
Radiator.
General comments?
OK, this is a great car if you know how to manage it. It drives well, performs more than adaquately and is comfortable on long trips.
This car has been with us for quite sometime now, and has been quite reliable if maintained well. We even shipped this car to Italy for a year and enjoyed it at better than average US speeds. It even made a trip to the factory, to say hello.
It becomes part of the family and is good value for the money. Purchased the 944 for $2000 in 1992 and spent $2500 in upgrades, belts, pumps etc. and it has required minor maintenance over the years.
Just put a new paint job on her and she looks like new.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1984 |
| First year of ownership | 1992 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 liter Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 106000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 168000 miles |
| Previous car | Porsche 914 |
| Date of Entry | 4th September, 2001 |