Highlights
- Comprehensive service history with all bills available
- Work carried out by Porsche specialists
- Recent service at 49,361 miles
- Zermatt silver exterior with decals
- Numerous mechanical parts replaced and refurbished
The Appeal
Introduced in 1976, the Porsche 924 was the first production road-going Porsche to use a water-cooled powerplant, and the first to use the front-engine-rear-wheel-drive layout in the company's history. The car's angular styling, with its wedge-shaped nose and those oh-so-popular pop-up lights, were designed by Harm Lagaay, and sealed the car's popularity.
It was arguably, though, with the Turbo and S models that the car came into its own. That extra performance made all of the difference to a great-looking but relatively slow Porsche. In 1985, when Volkswagen discontinued the EA831 powerplant, Porsche popped in the 944's 163 bhp 2.5 litre straight four, tightened up the braking - and created the 924S, easily the most desirable of the model.
Thanks to a relatively short run as they moved into more expensive cars, the 924S was retired in 1989 - making these particularly rare and sought after. This example, finished in Zermatt silver, is in very good condition, with a tidy interior and excellent paintwork. The car has been well-maintained by Porsche specialists, with a comprehensive service history and numerous mechanical parts replaced or refurbished. This is a fantastic opportunity to own a classic Porsche that's ready to drive and enjoy.
It was arguably, though, with the Turbo and S models that the car came into its own. That extra performance made all of the difference to a great-looking but relatively slow Porsche. In 1985, when Volkswagen discontinued the EA831 powerplant, Porsche popped in the 944's 163 bhp 2.5 litre straight four, tightened up the braking - and created the 924S, easily the most desirable of the model.
Thanks to a relatively short run as they moved into more expensive cars, the 924S was retired in 1989 - making these particularly rare and sought after. This example, finished in Zermatt silver, is in very good condition, with a tidy interior and excellent paintwork. The car has been well-maintained by Porsche specialists, with a comprehensive service history and numerous mechanical parts replaced or refurbished. This is a fantastic opportunity to own a classic Porsche that's ready to drive and enjoy.
History and Paperwork
- Built in 1986
- The DVLA records 6 previous keepers
- In current ownership since July 2017
- All bills for repairs and replacements are available
- All work has been carried out by Porsche specialists
- Original odometer was replaced at 71,577, with the replacement reading 41,039
- The vendor thus reports an overall mileage circa 80,000 miles
- Original odometer is available
- Last service was carried out at 49,361 miles on 25th April 2023
- MOT valid until June 2024
The Condition
- Front valance has been rebuilt and wing repaired
- Battery tray has been repaired due to water ingress
- Bulkhead also repaired
- No signs of substantial corrosion
- Zermatt silver paintwork is in good condition, and is decorated with decals
- Some light signs of bubbling and wear around the arches and sills
- Original branded wheels with Avon tyres
- Interior is tidy and in good condition
- Black part-fabric upholstery in good order with no rips or tears
- Dashboard in good order with all instruments clean and legible
- We've no reports of technical issues throughout
- Carpets carry light wear but no rips or tears
The Mechanics
- 2.5 L Porsche M44/40 I4 powerplant
- 5-speed manual transmission
- Mechanically sound with numerous parts replaced including:
- Water pump
- Wiper motor
- Alternator
- Fuel lines
- Battery
- Reconditioned steering rack
- Front bushes
- Front springs
- Leads and plugs
- Cylinder head has been refurbished and powder coated
- The car is excellent to drive with a very responsive engine and good handling
- We've no reports of any mechanical issues
- This looks to be an excellent, mechanically sound example of a highly desirable car
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