1985 Porsche 944 Reviews, Pricing & Specs

The 944 was said to be the Ford Pinto of the Porsche family. It really isnt as long as you know how to appreciate it. It is a prime example of technology from 1985 - this car handles really well, is a little on the heavy side - but doesn't feel that way when you drive it. And its super comfortable to drive. It has 50/50 weight distribution which is really hard to find in your run of the mill affordable sports car. It has a 2.4L I4 in the front and its rear wheel drive parts are all in the boot. Top speed of 135 before it ran out of power, and fuel economy at regular speeds is around a 25MPG average. Things to look out for when buying are the wiring harness: they tend to dry rot over the years - give em a squeeze and listen for the sound of cracking rubber. Make sure the cooling system doesn't have any problems these tend to rust out and start to leak - you don't want an engine that has been all gunk'd up with "stop leak" chemicals... this is a short term leak fix future expensive problem if your going to be the buyer. Also look for low miles, and check the drive train for poorly done repairs. Dec 29, 2010

I purchased this car in July of 2002 with 68K on it. The car was originally from New York, and I was the second owner. This is basically the same car Jake Ryan drove the hit 1984 movie Sixteen Candles and was my pride and joy senior year of high school and through part of college. Sadly, I sold it in July 2005, and it is back home in New York. Pros - One of the best handling cars ever produced, build quality, can't miss 80's styling, a bargain Porsche Cons - Maintenance costs, Needed more power (non turbo), can't miss 80's styling, some feel it was not a proper Porsche being front engined and water cooledNov 08, 2010