Original purchase invoice and Porsche Certificate of Authenticity
THE APPEAL
When Porsche revealed its first water-cooled car - the 924 - in 1976 it caused consternation among purist fans, who didn't like the fact that not only was it water-cooled but that the engine was in the front.
That's because the 924 was originally co-developed by Porsche for Volkswagen before the project was cancelled, but by 1982, the purists’ concerns were largely forgotten. The 924 was a strong seller, so to get it ready for the thrusting 1980s, Porsche gave it a few tweaks, with a new 2.5-litre engine.
The body was also widened at both ends to accommodate a broader track. The resultant 944 became one of the most desirable sports cars of the 1980s, highly popular among the young and upwardly mobile – and later on an icon of “yuppie” Britain.
In 1989, the 944 was given a facelift to bring it more up-to-date, and with it came a new 3.0-litre engine, retaining the four-cylinder layout to make it Porsche’s biggest-ever four-pot, with a lively 211bhp. The ‘S2’ models are especially sought-after as a result.
This particular example is a terrific example of the 944 S2 – impeccably well-maintained and with a massive history file going right back to the original bill of sale. Equipped with the preferred five-speed manual transmission, it’s a great example presented in lovely overall order.fyrjn5c3Kkrsc8NgrCe1tisoCQRgaONc14Ie79AN.jpg293.38 KB
THE HISTORY AND PAPERWORK
UK V5C
MOT June 2024
Genuine mileage
Huge file of invoices and receipts going back to the 1990s
Original bill of sale
Porsche Certificate of Authenticity
Original Porsche tools and tool roll
Cambelt always changed at recommended intervals, most recently in March 2020
Largely original Alpine White paint – excellent finish all over
Structurally excellent – repairs to lower panels and sills carried out to exceptionally high standard by Porsche specialists GCR Central in 2019, at a cost of over £4,000
No noticeable dents or damage
Excellent factory D90 alloys with new Michelin Pilot Exalto N-rated tyres fitted in 2022
This is a very smart and beautifully presented example of the 944 S2, largely original, unmodified and in gorgeous condition.
The 944 was a hugely desirable car when new, especially in 3.0-litre S2 form. It was a popular and enjoyable one as a used car and has embraced becoming a classic at a time when Eighties and Nineties nostalgia has reached its zenith. A delightful, usable and collectable example of one of the best sports coupés of its era.
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