1987 Porsche 944 951 review from North America
"A high performance bargain"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Motor mounts replaced at 120,000 miles.
Clutch replaced at 181,000 miles.
Computer replaced at 160,000 miles.
Heater and air conditioning fan repaired at 181,000.
Seats show very little wear.
Body is in excellent condition.
Car runs and performs perfectly.
General comments?
The engine is strong from 0 revolutions per minute through 6,500 revolutions per minute. This is my 3rd 951 and I have owned one 911 Porsche. This and the other 951s are excellent.
Very strong at 4,000 revolution per minute. The car is faster than most new cars from 0 to 60 miles per hour including Mustangs, Camaros and Trans Am. It will keep up with C5 Corvettes, and runs away from C4 and older Corvettes. I love it. It is very expensive to properly maintain but well worth it for the thrill it delivers.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1987 |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 turbo Gasoline Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 1 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 113000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 182000 miles |
| Previous car | Porsche 944 |
| Date of Entry | 21st January, 2003 |