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Porsche 944 S2 Convertible

Mileage: 46,862 Top Speed: 149 Year: 1990 0 - 60: 7.1 MOT Expiry: 12 months BHP: 211 Tax Expiry: Expired Transmission: 5 speed manual Exterior Colour: Red Engine Capacity: 2969cc Interior Colour: Black Engine Configuration: Inline 4

Porsche 944 S2 Convertible | £10,995

Mileage: 46,862

Model History

The 944 was Porsche's mid range sports car positioned between the 924 and 911. It uses a rear-wheel drive water cooled 4 cylinder engine mounted at the front of the car, the gearbox is mounted at the rear providing better weight distribution which results in one of the best handling cars to come out of the 80's.

 

The aim of the car was to provide a luxurious long distance cruiser as well as an exciting powerful road car. Its body was based upon the 924 Carrera GT, like the 924 it has a sloping glass hatchback providing a practical luggage storage area. The sunroof was a popular option as it was a removable metal panel providing a near Targa like open road experience.

 

The 944 was introduced for sale in 1982 and ran on for 10 years, it came in either a coupe 2+2 body or a very attractive Cabriolet. There were several models made but it's the S2 Cabriolet that is featured here.

 

The S2's engine capacity was raised to 3-litres making it the largest 4 cylinder engine in the world at the time and it provided an impressive 211bhp and 207lb of torque. It was Porsche's official replacement to the 220bhp Turbo and uses many of that car's chassis components including its stronger trans-axle, drive-shafts, brakes, wheels and tyres. It looks just like a Turbo too - the wrap-around plastic bumper/spoiler smooths its snout, simple and attractive disc alloys fill its flared arches, and the under slung rear wing firms up its tail styling.

 

When launched it's main competition came from the Audi Quattro and Lotus Esprit Turbo, the S2 out accelerated the Quattro in 0-60 and 1/4 mile sprints and was just a smidgen behind the Esprit but its main trump card was its flexibility; in 4th gear, every 20mph increment from 10-100mph takes less than 7 seconds. No turbocharged car of the time could match this consistency nor deliver the sort of effortless and decisive progress. This smooth power delivery gives the S2 the throttle sensitivity for some predictable and entertaining cornering.

 

Equipment

Central locking, Immobilizer, Electrically operated seats, Kenwood CD player, Electric windows, Electric mirrors, Electric sunroof, Space saver, Lockable petrol cap.

Exterior

Finished in a tasteful shade of red, this 944 convertible remains in excellent condition with very few stone chips to be found. All of the panels line up well and the sills and arches remain free from any corrosion. The plastic rear bumper is in fine condition with no major scuffs or damage and the Porsche decal located below the rear lights is unmarked. The wonderfully period 'pop-up' headlights are still operating perfectly with no cracks or moisture to be found.

 

The black soft top compliments the red paintwork beautifully and remains in excellent condition with no damage or tears to be found. The plastic rear screen is in equally fine order, still clear and undamaged.

Interior

Both front and rear seats are upholstered with black striped cloth centres and vinyl bolsters. There is no wear or sagging to be found to any of the material and the seats feel comfortable and supportive. The dashboard and centre console retain a deep fresh texture with no sun damage or unsightly scuffs to be found. All of the switch gear works as it should and feels solid to operate.

 

Smaller details such as the steering wheel and gear knob are showing minimal wear. The boot space houses the space saver wheel that can be found under the unmarked black carpet.

Engine & Transmission

Having covered just 46k miles in 24 years with a fully stamped service booklet, this 944 is in excellent mechanical condition. This example has been maintained by Porsche AFN and Porsche Centre Guildford for the vast majority of its life.

 

The 5 speed manual gearbox is a joy to operate, feeling smooth and precise pulling through the rev range.

Wheels, Tyres & Brakes

The 944 sits on an immaculate set of polished 16" Porsche alloy wheels. These are shod in matching Dunlop tyres with a good amount of tread remaining all round. The brakes feel strong and competent, pulling the car up confidently in a straight line.

History File

The 944 S2 was first registered in 1990 and sold through its supplying dealer AFN Porsche London. There are a total of 20 stamps in the original service booklet, between 91-98 the first 7 services are with the supplying dealer and the following 7 between 99-05 are with Porsche Centre Guildford, taking it up to 28k miles. The most recent inspection was an oil service carried out by James Paul at 42k miles.