THIS IS WHY YOU NEED TO BUY A PORSCHE 944 TURBO

[@jimnycricket2322]

Awful flip up headlights? Those are quintessential on an 80s sports car. Who is this guy?

[@miguelcastaneda7236]

so said the guy as a 937 pass by at 160..and not kilometers

[@adrian-qr6zk]

woof

[@car_lov3r]

If there ever was an opinion that was truly unpopular, it's that one

[@robbelliii]

What an idiot this guy is. I’m a 968 driver...944s have great headlights in comparison.

[@steelydan133]

@@robbelliii Well the 968 has even more awesome lights. Only reason I bought a 968. Love the way the pop up

[@sanemorisaito]

how can you say that the pop up headlights are "ugly things".

[@miguelmadriz2880]

For real

[@maxxl4995]

@@miguelmadriz2880 they are beautiful

[@justaguy6415]

Pop up headlights need to come back

[@charliebunarek1761]

They make the car just more beautiful

[@tui9117]

What a fkn pleb lol, that’s the 80s for you if you don’t want pop up headlights go buy a 911

[@deanwells86]

There’s a switch on the center console below the radio, next to all the other switches, that lets you switch from driver side to passenger side mirror for adjustment.

[@phillsmith9255]

IMO car investors who don't enjoy their cars and just park them up are ruining the car market for real enthusiasts, along with car flippers, pushing value's of cars out of reach for most people, these cars are designed to be used and enjoyed!

[@paperboy7364]

Could not agree more! Even ordinary classics selling for silly money nowadays. Surely the bubble will burst at sompoint the market cannot maintain this upward momentum. It happened in the 80s, and surely can happen again.

[@8359s]

You have a button on center console to toggle the functionality of that mirror joystick to adjust pasenger side mirror. Antenna shouldn't be there, it should be in the windshield, SEKURIT windshields are available and not particularly expensive, but you need to find a shopt that knows how to install post 85.5 windshield, it suppose to have external rubber seal. Also the speakers at the top of your doors don't look original.

[@8359s]

Ohh and clutch should be quite light. Chceck if you have spring in the clutch not yhe original rubber, that gets extremely stiff and will break soon.

[@nickfueled]

Robert Kilar Thanks Robert! I’ve never been a owners manual junkie! Ha!

[@77magnuss]

He beat me to it.

[@sanemorisaito]

@@nickfueled but at least get yourself informed about your own car before you review it for others

[@miguelcastaneda7236]

@@8359s yup and put 89 gears into it for spec 9 raceing

[@twstrchasr]

Bought a 944 Turbo S new in 1988. Such a fantastic car especially for the era.

[@goosey4840]

Did you sell it or?

[@senbukan1345]

The Turbo S is a significant improvement over the standard turbo. Plus, for the US market, there's under 5000 car produced---so it's scarce, especially for a real good one. Plus, many people complain about the turbo lag. IF you're driving the car aggressively and especially with the turbo S, it's virtually non-existent especially if you know how to drive the car. I have a 1989 Turbo (all '89's had the S specs) with low miles (54K) and I've had the car for over 25 years. The car is a blast and in the right situations, still competitive with newer more powerful machinery of today---especially in the 80-120 mph range. IF you have to have the best, try to get an 88 Turbo S or any 1989 model. Look for an unmolested fully original car

[@a-tg-c1024]

I had a brand new 944 that I drove for 262K miles until it died. It’s still great today. Fun to drive, good MPG and holds a lot. Porsche had it right!

[@Sr.D]

Too much you, too little car

[@5STARHIPHOPFAN]

Crazy looking back , my dad went thru 5 of these cars, we loved every one of them... RIP dad.

[@connikolitsas1459]

just fyi, the mirrors both adjust, theres a switch on dash to change from left to right. All 944 cars have this from 1982 !!!, apart from that great video.

[@DerBlutsauger]

You lost all credibility when you said the 911 is known for handling like a dream.

[@robbelliii]

DieBlutsauger Exactly.

[@janivo5218]

only with the old ones

[@alexanderswander8176]

DieBlutsauger No, he lost credibility when he said the pop up head lights are ugly. Smh 🤦‍♂️

[@arzhelpoffin2438]

I drive a 944 for 10 years Always heard : "It's not a real Porsche and it's shit because it's cheap and there's a blazing front engine." And now !!! The tadddaaaaaa has become a real Porsche and a great car because it is very expensive and you must invest. It's not car passion, but passion of money.

[@Unknown-rk9qm]

Fuck those twats! It is a beautiful car!

[@desmonthebeast]

Yes it is a beautiful car I got a 1988 Porsche 944

[@AmazeMeh]

Hey, who knows the 924 might be next lol!!

[@maxxl4995]

In germany they are still like 25k

[@ralleyquattro]

Well said!

[@ericlencher2356]

I bought a 1988 944 after I graduated from college back in 1994. It had 44k miles on it, and it was in immaculate condition. I miss that car, as it handled better than any other car I've ever owned, and I've owned a CTS-V, a 500SL convertible, a 600SL convertible, and a 911 S4. I wish I kept it and gave it to my oldest kid. He now has my old 2003 500SL AMG, which is much faster, but not as cool.

[@davidwebster7624]

I have an 89 turbo and it puts a smile on my face every time I get behind the wheel. The car is a ton of fun to own and drive.

[@associate43]

The "pigtail" antenna on the rear window was for the car phone. I had a 1987 944 Turbo and had my first wired cellular phone installed and it required the antenna in the rear.

[@paulreplogle9569]

He dosen't know this car, had to crack up over the wat he adjusted the mirror.

[@zimbob68]

My 83 N/A has a center switch that you can select which mirror to adjust....did they take that switch out in later models??

[@P1983sche]

Jim Frye Same. When I bought my 83, I was impressed that it had electric windows and power mirrors. They STILL work too...knock on wood. 😂

[@jeffhammond8969]

He's clueless. If he really took the time to read the owner's manual he wouldn't make statements like that. Pop up headlights are an 80's style thing. Does it date the car- yes. But that's not necessarily a bad thing.

[@YuriLychacz]

that info on the passenger mirror is false.. mine 86 is electronically adjustable

[@alkinooskrideras]

It’s my dream car and I wanted one since I was 4

[@cesarventura2535]

did you buy one yet?

[@christopherkast8045]

You don't need a turbo 944, my 1987 944 N/A with a tuned header, free flow exhaust (both from Lindsey racing) a low restriction air filter and chipped with the 944 Max Rasant chip. ( Read NO TURBO LAG) gets out fast and the torque is up from 151 ft'lbs to 181 at 3000 rpm Also put in the European throttle cam for linear Throttle response. By the way, I take my targa roof off all of the time and it is a piece of cake

[@palatinaworks7251]

Great video! Best 928, 944 and 968 wishes from Taiwan. I am on the hunt as well for a second 944. Can't get enough of them and I think they are cooler than 911s

[@nickfueled]

palatina works amazing!

[@paulhoang9820]

Subscribed, love this porsche content. I'm sure this channel will blow up in popularity, good luck.

[@TheJagjr4450]

HA! LOVE my 951 I in the early 1990's when I was in college. Guards Red over Tan. It had a reprogrammed chip, adjustable wastegate and short throw shifter along with cross drilled rotors. I asked a girl out, went to pick her up at the girls dorm... when we cam out to the street there was a saturn parked in front on the porsche she went to the saturn door... I said that's not my car.

[@BadBrad61169]

Got a 1989 turbo with 50k miles for $3000 before they got expensive, time to watch my stock rise 😂

[@keithfreeman4015]

BadBrad61169 dude. You freaking scored.

[@SAMMYJR00777]

lollll another bshitterrrrrr lol good one tho hahahha

[@senbukan1345]

You basically have my car! Drive the damn thing. Keep it low mileage, of course---but drive it. Unless you have it in an extreme climate controlled setting---the car will start to cause more problems than it's worth if you don't put at least 1-2K miles on it per year. I take mine out at least once a month for a 25-50 mile blast. Car is so involving, it's like riding a motorcycle. Watch the understeer though. The car MUST be turned with the wheel, especially as the speed you're driving increases

[@benjamintyson8759]

Rockin' video - I have an 86 951 in white that I bought about 3-4 years ago, 40K miles. Love it. Keeper.

[@ExecutiveAutomotiveSociety]

Funny enough I have an alarm and yes, I've used the whole system. Mine still functions. That being said, the flipper on the center console controls both side mirrors and the flip up headlights are iconic.

[@Kevin.OBrien44]

Yeah mine has power mirrors both sides

[@nickfueled]

Thanks for all the positive comments...As to the negative...I have never said I am a car expert. I am a very passionate enthusiast. My main gig is painting canvas but I absolutely love automobiles and the art of automotive design. I will try to provide more content soon but I am extremely busy with art. Thank you again to all my subscribers and I hope you will continue to view what I have coming up soon!

[@corradettimotorsports360]

work of art, one of my favorite models by Porsche, its a timeless classic that you can't go wrong with.

[@youtubename3838]

If you get a 951 as an investment, it needs to be driven regularly! The rubber goes to hell, and you dont want that timing belt snapping when your prospective buyer asks you to turn it on; the engine will be destroyed.

[@senbukan1345]

I made the same basic comment to another owner....

[@713vinh]

I've always loved the 944, I think it has super sexy curves and handles great! Yeah these cars are going to appreciate big time so grab them while you can!

[@APlife764]

Good review, I have an 86na both seats are power and both mirrors are also. Check to see if there’s a malfunction on your passenger mirror

[@nickfueled]

Alphonso364 Thanks! I love to learn!

[@donaldclary846]

There is a switch in the center console to toggle the power side mirrors from left to right.

[@VanaConn]

After owning a 996 cabrio 4 I definitely want a 944. Too many potential failures on the M96 engine that scared me enough to sell it. Only had like 38k miles and I did an IMS solution on it. Was a pain to work on too. It was fun to drive no doubt.

[@davidsf101]

I used to own a 1986 944 Turbo. I sold it and always regretted it. Now I'm getting the ultimate 944 Turbo which is the 1989. Now I will be living my dream once again. I simply love this car.

[@rick32rg]

Is anyone going to correct his time-line? 1985 to 1991* he said 86 to 89...mines an 85 the turbo s still counts

[@jeffconley819]

This video came at the perfect time . My son and I are in the process of buying a 1986 . It’s a high mileage car 137k but in great condition . Priced under 15. We’re excited

[@bigdoger8833]

There are actually power mirrors on both, you just have to flip the switch near the shifter

[@sponge920]

If you want an actual buyers guide for 944s, look up Casey Putsch. He also goes over the water pump/timing belt service most people dread.

[@roellopez7364]

Wish I could see this 944 in person, immaculate car!

[@nickfueled]

Roel Lopez you can!

[@lucaswilder9166]

I got an 1983 Porsche 944 and for the mirrors, you flip a switch and then the passenger side can be adjusted too. Mine was $700 with a blown motor but we had a parts car (my brother had wrecked his first 944 which made the car a parts car). So mine is a pretty good for a daily despite the heater vents being stuck open reguardless if ac is on or not.

[@Tzimis1111]

Great review. I'm on my third 944 turbo. All were guard red and 86s. My latest one has Fuchs wheels which I love. I find that the 86 is the best year. No abs and air bags. Because, who would trust 33 year old air bags anyway. Plus you can't get the Fuchs wheels on any other year.

[@Gidenkidenk]

Good to know, I'm buying my bosses 86 turbo

[@77magnuss]

Upgraded control arms but early offset, FYI.

[@twstrchasr]

Yeah I was bummed about no Fuch's on my 'new 88 Turbo S but the additional 30hp made up for it.

[@Tzimis1111]

@@twstrchasr im using a k27/6 with 55mm inducer. The turbo is good for 460whp. Plus the turbo s doesn't have forged rods. 86 does.😉

[@admiralfloofz658]

I have an 88 Turbo, no ABS on that either. In europe it was optional up to I think 89. 944s never had airbags in europe either, didnt come until the 968. The bad bit with the 86 is it has different front controlarms, spindels, rotors and hubs compared to all other cars

[@MITCHIGANZGADGETS-gu7hx]

Porsche needs to bring bk this 944..very special and rare..the 16 candles 🕯 car. Classic

[@dougperkins4188]

Dude that's my car ! Seriously. Bought it off BAT. Always allow pop-ups. The Boston Acoustics speakers are gouged into the door cards but I don't care. Mirrors adjust just fine Awesome car to drive. Had an 83 944 , but always wanted the Turbo. Got it

[@bjrnrs]

Great video. I own a 944 S2 for 3,5 years now. In my opinion the 3 l S2 engine is the best machine in the 944. it has 211 hp instead of 220 of the turbo. You can’t get an afford of the 9 extra hp but you had a turbo lag instead. But it’s such an enjoyable car because of the transaxle 👌👌

[@henzelmen]

Most underrated car ever, bought one in 1992 and still drive it. it is an old lady now but still drives and looks like a panther.

[@petescarport]

Wait. Ugly headlights and hard to work moonroof? Those are the two best features outside of driving.

[@TheStretch78]

Great Video!

[@michaelwallace3858]

The sun roof is not a problem. It takes about 30 seconds to Undo take off and store. There’s a switch for the mirrors on the console. That what that little right hand mirror icon is for.. Heavy clutch? Hardly! The 944 is wonderful to drive!

[@mickmcmick8247]

Nice video, thanks. One of my dream cars for sure. But.. no the pop ups are sweet! They need to bring this back!!!!

[@GOFAST951]

Well, it finally happened! My Old 86 944 turbo- Vette- Mustang killer is finally getting the respect it deserves! I Liked your review Nick, just an FYI- the alarm was optional, my car doesn’t have it. I also have power mirrors, both sides! I’m not sure 13,000 turbo models over 4 years imported to the US qualifies as make a bunch of them though. U only left out a few important things. Only production car for Decades, balanced absolutely perfect 50/50. handling is incredible! Huge Brembo brakes, decades before any American manufacturers even knew what the Hell a Brembo was! Real tuning- computer controlled turbo KLR and engine! 100 real horse power-and an 800 rpm increase to redline by tuning alone! In 1988, I added a K26#8 turbo Porsche cup-racing head gasket, and ARP studs. I blew the doors off every last Porsche on that track. Corvette club versus Porsche club track day in the 80s. Was a pathetic JOKE! You could run a 951 around the track all day. I didn’t know what brake trade was! Until I drove one of the Vettes more then 2 laps! 951s are race cars that it just so happens u can drive on the street. If your lucky enough to get one, hope it has the sport seats, they are as good as any racing seat and are simply beautiful to look at.

[@guillerdeguile9322]

The alarm switch doesn't exist on the following year models. But that is a classic attribute on that car. People are puzzled, asking " what the hell is that?" Only a Porsche has that.

[@doca8792]

There’s a switch directly in front of the gear lever, has a picture of a left and right mirror. Toggle between the two, and you can adjust your outside mirrors, electric, without having to get out and manually adjust it. It’s a basic function.

[@1ROCKY89]

You got a good one . Look at that. Stunning car and wheels and glass. It is moving art and it is timeless for me. My first Porsche was a champagne gold 944. I always popped the roof off and drove it topless. Aside from that I went thru clutches every couple years so and it was costly to maintain. Really costly. Later I picked up a Boxster and now a 718 GTS. Enjoy your 944 Turbo - slide the top out and enjoy.

[@davidbutler8096]

You are so wrong with your take on the headlights...they are great. How did you feel about the 90's 300ZX headlights? There were good enough to go on the late model Diablo.

[@bobforman3489]

I thought all 951s had both-side mirrors electric. Check the center console for the switch.

[@addyrevolution1745]

Nice ride. You can remove the sunroof and put it in the back while sitting in the driver seat. Takes less than a minute. Try it! 👍

[@zestydude87]

ive had mine for 9 years now. very reliable cars. Bought mine for $9000. Its worth about $18000 now. An absolute blast to drive.

[@PapaSmurf337]

As soon as you sit down in the driver's seat of a 944 you immediately start to feellike you are in a well designed "sports car".

[@keithfreeman4015]

This has to be 1 of the top 5 Porsches ever made. I love my 84 944 n my 89 951.

[@FPK___]

i own a 924 two tone black and diamond silver, 5 speed manual absolutely amazing only thing i dont like is the sunroof

[@333pg333]

Sorry but this guy doesn't really know these cars much at all. At least they are appreciating in value.

[@nickfueled]

333pg333 You don’t need to be sorry. I am no expert on these cars and welcome the opinions. Just a normal guy who buys and sells cars he likes!

[@333pg333]

@@nickfueled Fair enough. I appear a little harsh but am somewhat defensive about these cars and view them as highly under respected in general and certainly within Porsche circles. The stock '86 turbo was good for the day and won many magazine comparisons back then. When they bumped the hp/tq to approx 250bhp/tq in the following models and made some modifications it was a better car still. Not too many late 80's cars that could do a legit 160mph. Not to mention medium and high speed cornering. Add some modern mods to one of these and they really become a giant killer. Many examples of 3ltr + putting out 500whp nowadays. Plenty enough to scare modern GT3s on the racetrack. Oh...they made these 951s into the early 90's too.

[@danymasi9591]

This video is inconsistent, it goes from good remarks to blunders... I don't get it

[@cabbageguy6243]

My dad had an '89 model when he was my age. He always said it was awesome, but broke down way too much. Ended up trading it in on a '94 Miata.

[@lbgarage4719]

Change your fuel lines. Had engine fire in my 83'. Great video I have been buying them up and own 5 rn. just bought a 81' 924 turbo 931 and I think that those cars will pass the 944 as there are less and less left

[@nickfueled]

LB Garage Awesome! I love these cars!!!

[@ryankumar7389]

Sheesh the camera quality is crazy on this for such a small channel

[@daniellango3668]

u dunno how to appreciate the frontlight but believe me it is amazing

[@Anrathis]

there's a switch on the panel near the stick shift that switches the electric control from the drivers side to the passenger side........ should be the one closest to you, closest to the ash tray. got the symbols of mirrors on it.

[@donaljamescaddye3805]

I have mine for 20 years this Sept ! At this stage to me she is part of our family - she has 67k miles ! I've had tyre kickers, investors and other low life's offer big money for mine - there is no chance ! Pop up headlights are class btw

[@brianholohan1924]

Both mirrors are power. There is a button in front of the shifter to switch between mirrors

[@P1983sche]

The turbos are really going up in value...I am at a crossroads. Not sure if I should sell my NA and get into a turbo. I love my 83 though...

[@recyclespinning9839]

They are balanced cars for driving at 100mph, or twisty roads. I had one , now I have a 924s. Got to fix the brakes and few other odds and ends. It's made ti be driven

[@wilburmcbride8096]

I saw one of these 944 a couple of weeks ago, and it still looks good by today's standards.

[@drunvert]

Better

[@dedwardmalick]

Nice video. Good looking car.

[@panvomacka9079]

First of all, you don't say pop-up headlights are ugly. Ever. Second of all, the passenger mirror is operated electronically also, by the same button as the driver's. You just need to flip the switch at the center console. If that is not the case, it has been messed with. You absolutely don't adjust the mirror from outside.

[@mos342]

Guess i fucked up big time. Had an 86 951 turbo. Got it for $2700 in 2011. Ran like a dream. Started leaking from the main seal, timing belt was old, I freaked out, sold it for $3000. Now I have a 335i and a Tesla. Wish I kept the 951 as a weekend car.

[@TheIRONCOBRA246]

I love my 83 Wolfsburg, only 160k on the as of yesterday. She's my daily and eventually might flip it. Though I've fixed 70+ things in 2.5 years of ownership.

[@TheIRONCOBRA246]

Oh and btw you've mastered the sunroof when you can do it sitting in the driver seat! Lol

[@nickfueled]

TheIRONCOBRA246 The flip is fun, the drive is best!

[@gabrielibarra5551]

Very nice 944s are going for 4k max in my area, they either have underlying problems or people dont know what theyre worth

[@gabrielibarra5551]

@Kristoff Gerhardt oh yeah, no doubt those will go 12k easy

[@SAMMYJR00777]

@@gabrielibarra5551 nope turbos goes 18 to over 20k depends on how clean they are same as 944s 15k plus and regular clean 944 goes 10k above but if you get a crappy 944 yup 5klol with a lot of miles and cracks inside junk yup nextttttttt

[@SAMMYJR00777]

@Kristoff Gerhardt even regular 944 goes over 9 k 10k clean ones and even 15k lol most 4 k below are junk 944 lol

[@alektimmons4471]

I'm on my 3rd alpine white 86 951... #2 is getting a full c6 grand sport drive train

[@christofferbrandt6855]

There is a switch in the middle console were you can choose which side mirror you want to adjust. No one needs to step out of the car for that. its all electronic :D

[@miguelmadriz2880]

Every Porsche will become expensive again, it just needs time and has to be kept in a good condition.

[@pg9144]

Look, this car is 36 years old! The changes in cars during that period are monumental. It's a classic, so don't bitch about the little things. It's not a DeLorean or a Ferrari. i.e., it runs and provides pleasure. You want full power mirrors? Buy a contemporary car.

[@Vore667]

Both mirrors are electric powered he just doesn't realise it. Yet.

[@eanbarrett6736]

I have an 87 NA with some of the turbo components but unfortunately it will not gain a lot of value even if I do turbo charge it which is something I want to do eventually. I do have the BBS rims which can bring in a pretty penny tho.

[@nickfueled]

That’s true but the value has to be in owning the machine! If you want a original the prices are still fair enough to get into a 944T - But if you love your car there’s nothing wrong with modifications!

[@eanbarrett6736]

@@nickfueled that is true, the car is my daily and I love it. Callaway cars made a turbo conversion before Porsche in 1983 and it made more power than Porsche's 944 which makes me want to do a full conversion more since it partially is already. I really need to post my car on insta among other things but I just haven't gotten around to it (@dewologyy) the car was owned by my dad before me so I've loved it since I was a kid and now I'm 20. He used to be a mechanic for 1 of the 7 944 gtrs which are super incredible. It's the white one with red numbers that was sold a few years ago. My dad preparing it for selling was the only time I got to see and hear it in person and I truly fell in love with the platform.

[@Andy-hi9do]

You should wait till the boost brothers kit comes out. I dont think it will gain any substantial value from just turbo charging a NA engine or putting in a turbo engine in a NA body. I bought my 86 for 1.5k and added 2k in parts. I haven't put any money into the engine bc well the NA engines are trash. So I'll be swapping it. Most swapped 944's go for 20k+. That's where your gunna gain value.

[@smak387]

The pop up headlights are fire

[@Porschee944]

What abeautiful timeless maschine....944 !

[@JorgeCruz-xd1qu]

Hi! Normaly you have a switch near the sun roof switch to change the mirror control to the right side! Best regards from Portugal. I have a 1986 non turbo 944 and I Love very much the fantastic handling.

[@Mr1Schoolmaster]

Yessssss those are the coolest throw back baddass wheels for the 944. I have a set. Effen love the look. Nice vid

[@stitch2k1]

The ‘fender’ alarm was elimated later on. Base model 89 here (with the 2.7), and I got power locks and alarm. So only one key.

[@911turbo2]

Good video ! Dont you have the button underneath the stereo so you can adjust the mirror on the right side ? I have it on mine. The antenna for the radio is originally in the windshield. The antenna looks aftermarket glas antenna. Your video has helped me deciding to keep my 944 Turbo.Anyway, have a great day. BR Ted W

[@nickfueled]

Ted Willes awesome

[@nickfueled]

Ted Willes You could be right! I’m a “expert” at learning how much I don’t know!

[@arthurwilting7277]

Hello! There's a switch on the centre console to switch between the driver side power mirror and the passenger side one 😂

[@blairdrummond5043]

"These really wired sunk in headlights that flip up when you turn the headlights on" You... you mean.. pop up headlights...

[@rustytygart405]

I absolutely loved mine

[@WITTYFAM]

Ive always thought of this car as a Porsche that Porsche owners laugh at saying its not good but ive always wanted to like it. Good vid 4 me.

[@spdygon2766]

Just bout 1 of 89 made in 88 Turbo S😀 can’t wait to get it going

[@simonhurlimann908]

Popup headlights are not awful but very cool!

[@sean911sc5]

White with the Fuchs is my favorite. Wish I'd seen this 3y ago

[@jimmyjones5796]

Switch in the center console changes which review mirror you are adjusting

[@andywelter]

Under powered by 2020 standards for sure. But the same horsepower as the normally aspirated 911 1986-1989 (217hp). And in 1989 the Turbo S motor was standard, with 247hp, almost equaling the 250hp of the 1989-1993 911/964.

[@INDIGOBLUE555]

Yes,that's true. In Europe (Italy)220 hp were claimed by the factory while 231 hp were claimed for the Carrera 3.2 - In its days that was a jolly good power output and the S version was fitted with a 250hp engine which was absolutely brilliant for a daydriver in the late 80es. This said, as an ex owner of 944 and 944turbo I can't really understand the reason for their value is rocketing in our days: the aspirated 944 was considered dead slow since it was marketed all its life long,and some good reasons are there. The turbo was a superb fast commuter,virtually as fast as the Carrera offering better riding comfort on long trips,alas I did rate it as a boring car in most respects as an owner,and that's still my opinion. The factory,in full awareness of the aspirated 944 lack of performance presented the 4 valves evolution tuned at 190hp : no wonder it was quicker yet suffering a narrow torque range. The turbo was the one to go for.

[@TheAutomotiveFanatic]

Nick, the first Porsche I ever owned was a 944T. At the time, I was barely in my 20's and knew nothing about the car, except that it was fast, and looked beautiful in white. I regretfully sold it and have always wanted to pick up another one. This time around, I'd pick up the Turbo S with the larger K26. Great video though, makes me reconsider what Porsche I'll pick up as my garage queen next year.

[@nickfueled]

Thanks! Happy to help if you’re on the hunt!

[@alorrick7546]

Well you need more time with this car, because power mirror options has a switch "it should anyways" by the sun roof switch and the audio knob by the gear lever. This allows the passenger mirror to then take over. People delete these switches and such over the years due to poor maintenance and costly repairs. Pop up headlights are all the rage even today as it hides the ugly lights or eyeball look and then presents itself at night. Granted they look very dated but if that's not your cup of tea look at GT lights. Theres now amazing options for lights.

[@gboules]

I’ve owned 4 911s (86 3.2 carrera, 88 3.3 turbo, 07 carrera and 11 carrera 4S) And, I recently bought and sold an 88 944 Turbo and I made $9k after owning it for only it for a year. It was a joy to drive. A word of caution is that these are highly complex cars; very over engineered. I sold it before it would kill me in the cost of repairs. I wouldn’t touch one now. They are too expensive to buy, that is, good examples. So the value prop isn’t there. I bought mine for $15k. I made $9k when I sold it. I was simply lucky. Cheers!

[@outcastcm]

Does anyone recommend where I can find parts for a 1988 Porsche 944 turbo base model? I can’t find any parts and it’s rare cause like they don’t make them anymore

[@billygribble9939]

Just got an 86 turbo. 138k. Good running needs details.