Highlights

Benefits from copious expenditure on mechanical work and servicing during the last three years
Very presentable and in smart, usable condition
Advisory-free MOT valid until June 2024
‘944’ private registration included

The Appeal

After many years of success with their air-cooled, rear-engined 911, Porsche diversified their range with a series of water-cooled, front-engined cars and the 944 became their strongest seller until the Boxster came along in 1996. Revered for combining high performance with refinement, the 944 became a poster car of the 1980s and remains popular amongst enthusiasts today.

Here we have an immensely usable and well sorted S2 dating from 1989. Besides a major service and two small services to follow up, it benefits from in excess of £4,000 spent on other work during the last three years which has made it a reliable and strong performer, ideal for those who like to make good use of their classic cars. It’s also really presentable and while a few small areas could use some cosmetic improvement, this remains a handsome example which could certainly be enjoyed exactly as it is. With an MOT free of advisories and valid until June 2024, this 944 can be driven away and enjoyed.

The History and Paperwork

Acquired by the vendor in 2021
Bought from and maintained by the same Porsche specialist in Surrey
MOT valid until 13th June 2024
V5C present
Original owner’s manuals and assorted paperwork
Original service book which details service history from new by a variety of Porsche specialists, generalists and owners
The vendor has amassed a comprehensive record of work since they acquired the car
Major service carried out in March 2021 - invoice supplied
Two subsequent minor services have also been carried out
Over £4,000 spent on other professional work in order to bring this car up to a high mechanical standard
The vendor also provides a folder of various invoices for parts and work from roughly 2000 onwards
‘944’ private registration included

The Interior

Original burgundy cloth with pinstripes in good overall condition
Small tears in the driver’s side seat and rear passenger seat
Original electric sunroof reportedly working well and keeping water out
Electrically adjustable front seat and central locking also in good order
New radio head-unit, with usb input and aux-in fitted
Electrically adjustable mirrors
The driver’s side electric window can apparently stick a little but still works
The headlining is sagging slightly at the rear
The original digital clock is no longer legible which is not uncommon of 944s of this vintage
The vendor points out that the fixings for the boot-lining, rear luggage cover spring and passenger door trim all require attention
Smart carpets with minimal wear
All the controls and switchgear present really well
No excessive UV damage to the dashboard or plastics

The Exterior

Linen Grey paintwork - which may have been changed early in the car’s life (c1993) from another grey
Straight bodywork with no notable dents or scratches besides the usual blemishes you’d expect to see on a car of this age
The vendor identifies some small patches of corrosion to both front wheel arches and some sight bubbling to the roof and nearside door
The trims around the offside window would benefit from some attention
All the badging remains in fine condition
Smart OEM alloy wheels with a few age-related marks
The black plastics all present well

The Mechanics

3.0-litre DOHC 16v four-cylinder engine
Five-speed manual gearbox
The 2021 major service included replacing the camshaft and balance shaft belts
New shock absorbers fitted front and rear (June 2022) as well as a great many other consumable parts during present ownership
Said to be running and driving very well indeed with no faults to report
The vendor praises its ‘analogue’ driving experience

Summary

A 944 S2 with a burgundy interior is a welcome ‘80s throwback and we’re sure you’ll agree that this well sorted example is a most tempting prospect. For those seeking a usable classic with healthy mechanicals, this is the car for you.

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