1987 Porsche 944

S Coupe

2.5L 2475CC l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated

Manual

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Gasoline

Up for sale is my 1987 Porsche 944S. I've owned this car for 22 years. I have too many vehicles and I don't drive this one much any more. I hate to sell it. It's a very nice car, handles like a dream, and is the highly sought after dual cam 16 valve "S" model. More power than the non S, but cheaper to insure than the Turbo. Has Anti-lock brakes and possibly the limited slip option (not sure but seems like it when I'd back up the wet slippery driveway at my old house). Best handling car I've ever owned. The Good: Looks nice, runs and drives. Was my daily driver but stopped driving it as the area where I work changed and I didn't like parking it there or driving it on the rough Milwaukee roads. Also it had developed a fuel leak. I just replaced the leaking fuel pump with a new one, have been driving it to work last few days. Good brakes (4 wheel disc, dual piston calipers in front, Bosch Antilock). Factory Blaupunkt Vancouver Radio/Cassette works well, even plays cassettes! Air Conditioning works well, blows COLD air!!!! Power Windows, Cruise works, fog lights work, sun roof works. Tires have decent tread. Factory jack, collapsible spare and tool kit included. Headlights pop up just fine. Factory Alarm works. Wipers, washer, cruise control, horn all work. New Die Hard battery installed this past spring. The Bad: Paint is not perfect, has some flaws, typical cracks in dash, leather peeling from shift knob. Tear in driver's seat (see pictures). Speedometer works but Odometer stopped working a few tankfuls ago. (I keep a mileage/record book so it is documented). Oil gauge is a little erratic. It's been like that ever since I have owned it. I had the (leaking) sending unit changed but it didn't help, so it must be the gauge. It does indicate pressure though. Some carpet stains. Gear shift pattern seems loose, been like that ever since I've owned it. Fuel gauge works intermittently. Cooling fans are a little erratic, sometimes they come on when not hot or relay chatters. Could be the relay or the temperature sending unit. Hinge on plastic piece that removable sunroof slides into has break in left side hinge. Not noticeable when sunroof is in. AC switch fell apart so a toggle switch now operates AC compressor and auxiliary fan. Like most 944's, the clock LCD display went bad. I bought a replacement LCD kit but never installed it, I'll give it to the buyer if desired. Rear hatch lock doesn't work. It is currently not installed, but I have the original pieces (small pot metal piece is broken, not built to last). I never got around to finding a replacement, but the inside release switch operates it just fine. Passenger side outside door handle is a bit tight to operate, works but you must push hard on the trigger, could need lubed or eventually replaced (worn pot metal trigger is typical on German cars). I replaced the gas lifters on the hood years ago but they need replaced again for it to stay open. Rear hatch lifters are a little weak in cold weather. That's all I can think of. Feel free to ask questions. Not perfect, but overall a good looking and good running car for its age! I've seen much worse! I've seen low mileage mint ones too, but priced much higher. I'm starting the bid with no reserve! It could be restored to perfection or just enjoyed as-is. Cash, PayPal, or escrow (payment released when you or your shipper picks up car) accepted. Too many fake bank checks these days. No scammers please. For the 1987 model year, the 944S "Super" was introduced. The 944S featured a high performance normally aspirated, dual-overhead-cam 16-valve 190 PS (140 kW; 187 hp) version of the 2.5 L engine (M44/40) featuring a self-adjusting timing belt tensioner. This marked the first use of four-valve-per-cylinder heads and DOHC in the 944 series, derived from the 928 S4 featuring a redesigned camshaft drive, a magnesium intake tract/passages, magnesium valve cover, larger capacity oil sump, and revised exhaust system. The alternator capacity was 115 amps. The wheel bearings were also strengthened and the brake servo action was made more powerful. Floating 944 calipers were standard, but the rear wheel brake circuit pressure regulator from the 944 turbo was used. Small '16 Ventiler' script badges were added on the sides in front of the body protection mouldings. Performance was quoted as 0 – 100 km/h (62 mph) in 6.5 seconds (Best) and a 232 km/h (144 mph) top speed due to a 2857 lb weight. It also featured an improved programmed Bosch Digital Motronic 2 Computer/DME with dual knock sensors for improved fuel performance for the higher 10.9:1 compression ratio cylinder head. Like the 944 Turbo, the 944S received progressive springs for greater handling, Larger front and rear anti-roll bars, revised transmission and gearing to better suit the 2.5 L DOHC higher 6800 rpm rev limit. Dual safety air bags, limited-slip differential, and ABS braking system were optional on the 944S.