Description
988 Porsche 944 2. 7L – a true driver’s classic that blends 80s character with genuine everyday usability. This example features the rare 2. 7-litre engine, only produced for a single year, offering improved torque and refinement over earlier 2. 5s.
The car is in excellent mechanical condition and has been well maintained throughout my ownership. The engine pulls strongly, the gearbox is smooth, and it handles exactly as a 944 should – tight, balanced, and confidence-inspiring. Recent work includes respray, new sills, alloy wheel refurb and cambelt replacement. The interior presents well for its age, with all major functions working as they should.
Cosmetically, the car is very presentable with the usual age-related marks you’d expect from a 38-year-old car, but nothing that detracts from its overall appearance. The car is solid underneath with no structural rust issues. It’s ready to be enjoyed immediately, though a new owner may wish to continue light cosmetic improvements over time.
Mileage: 109, 000
MOT Until: 29 August 2027
I bought this 944 because it captures everything that makes a classic Porsche special – the balance, the feedback, and the feeling of driving something engineered with real precision. It’s a car that rewards smooth driving and feels alive on twisty roads in a way few modern cars can match.
What makes this example stand out is its 2. 7-litre engine – a one-year-only model that bridges the gap between the early 2. 5s and the later S2, giving you more power without losing the purity of the original 944’s character. It’s also a car that still turns heads – the wedge-shaped body, pop-up headlights, and wide stance are unmistakably 80s Porsche.
My favourite thing about this car is the way it drives – the perfect weight balance and steering feel make every journey an occasion. It’s a classic you can truly drive and enjoy, not just polish and park.
If you’ve been looking for a well-sorted, honest 944 that’s ready to enjoy and steadily appreciate in value, this is the one.
