1983 Porsche 944, 28k original miles Guest Post

January 10, 2010 by Evan

Guest post By Chris Schobert

Porsche 944 on Craigstlist, http://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/cto/1538365471.html

It’s tough to find anything clean in Brooklyn, NY, these days, especially classic 80’s Porsche’s, however I came across a seemingly well cared for 1983 944 with only 28K miles on the clock for an easy $5,700. It’s been garaged and pampered, which are both tough things to do when living in the tri-state area! Stock wheels look to be in great shape, and the body and plastics all seem to match well, which points to the fact that the sun hasn’t faded the vulnerable front and rear bumpers. Interior is missing some common parts, but the seats and dash look extremely good.

A previous Car and Driver top 10 in 1983, the 944 represents one of nicest handling cars you’ll find from a 80’s vintage sports car. The 944 boasts nearly perfect (50.7 front, 49.3 rear) weight distribution, out-corning nearly all competition from its era. Feedback is good from it’s power steering, and body roll is even, controlled. 0-60 in 8.3 seconds and a top speed of 130 mph, the 944 won’t snap your neck back, but it’s 4-cyl engine with 143 HP will be easy on the gas and last for years to come with proper attention to maintenance.

It seems there is always something to look out for when buying a 27 year old car, however 944’s are pretty durable for the most part. Parts are expensive, but since there were numerous built, they are plentiful. Aftermarket and rebuilt engines and transmissions can be found easily. Clutches and timing belts for the most part are the biggest wear item, and electrical gremlins are to be expected.

Overall, it’s a low cost of entry for a very low mileage, great handling, classic 80’s sports car.

From Craigslist:

http://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/cto/1538365471.html

Hi, selling my immaculate all original 1983 Porsche 944. This amazing beauty has been my sunday/weekend driver for many years and was always garaged and maintained. Waxed regularly it is in excellent shape. Just recently brought it from my Great Neck Long Island home to my other place in Brooklyn. ONLY 28k miles, a realy classic/collectible. Look at the pix and judge for yourself. Priced right at $5700 347-403-3399 BOOK VALUE OVER $9,OOO

~Chris

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