Jason E Posted 24March, 2017 Report Share Posted 24March, 2017 Hello All,I want to buy one of these beauties to replace the tired/ standard steering wheel on my 944S2. Just before I go & extract a kidney to buy a new one from O/S I thought i'd check & see if any PFAers had one lying around taking up space that they would be prepared to part with. Cheers, Jason E. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stepo Posted 24March, 2017 Report Share Posted 24March, 2017 Your choice mate, but I think you should stick with the original for the Aus delivered car you have.If it's stuffed, someone in SA did my silver car and it is fantastic. My mechanic told me someone in Vic does them as well, double stitched.Surely there are options in Qld.If you go for the 968 wheel, keep yours in mothballs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason E Posted 24March, 2017 Author Report Share Posted 24March, 2017 Hey StepO,I will definitely keep the original wheel & I must admit I don't mind the original wheels 80's-ness at all. Sadly though the leather is knackered & I figured that by the time I get the leather redone a new wheel may be better long term. I will look in to having it redione as I have a bit of interior leather work to be undertaken. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plugger2 Posted 25March, 2017 Report Share Posted 25March, 2017 I have to agree that the stock 944 series 2 steering wheel leaves a lot to be desired. It's passable, but a bit skinny to grip when things get a bit more "intense". The 968 CS wheel, with its anatomical hand grips, is infinitely more satisfying, if eye-wateringly expensive. However, there are other aftermarket options (I have a nice momo, myself) that are just as satisfying from a functional perspective, if not so cool as the genuine 968 CS "Atiwe" wheel. But if you want the additional 968 CS wheel cool factor, you have to pay... and one kidney may not be enough! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian in buddina Posted 26March, 2017 Report Share Posted 26March, 2017 saw one similar in Narango car show swap meet yesterday. had to get out & go for a drive, & test out the new toy on some twisties.the steering wheel is 2 tone bluebrand was Avia.... somethingalmost bought it, thought it was over priced @ $50 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgy Posted 26March, 2017 Report Share Posted 26March, 2017 I've got one, sadly for you Jason its still attached to the car! I'd definitely recommend you buy one though, it shits all over the current OE wheel you have for both looks and feel! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ANF Posted 27March, 2017 Report Share Posted 27March, 2017 Where are you getting from Jason? They should be available through the local Porsche dealer, but then again with the Aussie Porsche tax it may well indeed cost and arm and a leg... or two! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason E Posted 27March, 2017 Author Report Share Posted 27March, 2017 5150 Motorsport has them for 460us plus 80us postage, approx 700aud- pretty expensive. Havent tried Porsche. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ANF Posted 27March, 2017 Report Share Posted 27March, 2017 Porsche US similar price.... http://www.classicshop.porsche.com/pcos-usa/968/968-entire-production-periods/front-axle-steering/sports-steering-wheel-without-airbag-in-black-for-porsche-944-964-speedster-and-968-cs-968347084008yr.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason E Posted 27March, 2017 Author Report Share Posted 27March, 2017 Thanks to everyone for responding- I'm busy looking at all the options you are supplying much appreciated.ANF- I have emailed the Porsche Dealership in LA as you can't direct order from the Porsche USA website. You are directed to order through your local dealership. I've asked whether they will post it & what the charges are.EDGY- thanks it's good to know it;s a good wheel. If I can't get my hands on one I will go for the MOMO Prototipo or I like the NARDI Classic (though I'm a little worried the raised arms may obstruct the view of the dials.PLUGGER- which MOMO do you have? I really like the CS Atiwe - it is stupidly expensive hence why i'd love to find a good second hand example. New it will be somewhere around $700/800- madness...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plugger2 Posted 31March, 2017 Report Share Posted 31March, 2017 You'll find they are not much cheaper used, since (I believe) they actually went NLA from Porsche a few years ago, and so everyone is now selling "old new stock". I'm not 100% sure about that -- a quick call to the Porsche parts dept would confirm -- but prices have certainly gone up for this wheel in the last few years, and I always thought this was the reason.They are nice wheels though, no doubt about it.I'm not sure what the name of my momo wheel is, but functionally there are many models that would do the trick -- more a matter of personal taste than anything else. Personally I like a 360mm diameter wheel in these cars, preferably with the anatomical hand grips.Edit: Oh wait, here's my wheel. It looks like it's a model M38https://www.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?2098122-MOMO-M38-wheel-and-EARLY-e34-hub Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
944s2cab Posted 31March, 2017 Report Share Posted 31March, 2017 A little left of center but these fit (with minor modification) http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/ this ones a bit pricey but they do come up cheaper, I got mine for $60 delivered off ebay, but mine needed recovering, Just got to get my horn push recovered with P badgefeels great, correct time period, from the Porsche family Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OZ930 Posted 1April, 2017 Report Share Posted 1April, 2017 Similar, if not the same, wheel as the Turbo S and RUF wheel, all made by Atiwe. Only the boss would be different.Hope this gives you more options. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason E Posted 1April, 2017 Author Report Share Posted 1April, 2017 You'll find they are not much cheaper used, since (I believe) they actually went NLA from Porsche a few years ago, and so everyone is now selling "old new stock". I'm not 100% sure about that -- a quick call to the Porsche parts dept would confirm -- but prices have certainly gone up for this wheel in the last few years, and I always thought this was the reason.They are nice wheels though, no doubt about it.I'm not sure what the name of my momo wheel is, but functionally there are many models that would do the trick -- more a matter of personal taste than anything else. Personally I like a 360mm diameter wheel in these cars, preferably with the anatomical hand grips.Edit: Oh wait, here's my wheel. It looks like it's a model M38https://www.bimmerforums.com/forum/showthread.php?2098122-MOMO-M38-wheel-and-EARLY-e34-hubI did contact Porsche Brisbane re these wheels. They are still available but are special order with a long lead time, plus they are over $900aud. You can get them readily from O/S. Craig from Porsche parts said that we here in Aus miss out on stock as we have a minuscule market. I can get a wheel from the States which includes the boss & delivery for about 700aud. I can get a Prototipo & Boss for $415 & a nice Nardi for $500. Decisions, decisions........... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buchanan Automotive Posted 3April, 2017 Report Share Posted 3April, 2017 I was getting some parts availability info from my local Porsche dealer this morning & I included the part number of the Genuine Porsche black leather 968 Club Sport ( sports) steering wheel & Porsche Germany are showing 28 of them in stock ( Germany ) ,I had the feeling ( last week ) they were still available , I just wanted to double check before posting on this threadWe always keep one new one in stock ( in its box with its German TUV certification ) because we sell quite a few each year & in the event of them going NLA , I want one for myselfRegardsBruce BuchananBuchanan Automotive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian in buddina Posted 3April, 2017 Report Share Posted 3April, 2017 Group buy discount? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason E Posted 3April, 2017 Author Report Share Posted 3April, 2017 I was getting some parts availability info from my local Porsche dealer this morning & I included the part number of the Genuine Porsche black leather 968 Club Sport ( sports) steering wheel & Porsche Germany are showing 28 of them in stock ( Germany ) ,I had the feeling ( last week ) they were still available , I just wanted to double check before posting on this threadWe always keep one new one in stock ( in its box with its German TUV certification ) because we sell quite a few each year & in the event of them going NLA , I want one for myselfRegardsBruce BuchananBuchanan AutomotiveDamn, I wish I knew you had them there for sale Bruce, I just ordered one last night from 5150 Motorsport in California. Not to worry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plugger2 Posted 3April, 2017 Report Share Posted 3April, 2017 Damn, I wish I knew you had them there for sale Bruce, I just ordered one last night from 5150 Motorsport in California. Not to worry.Well done! You show exquisite good taste. (And I hear you can live a reasonably normal life on one kidney for many years.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason E Posted 3April, 2017 Author Report Share Posted 3April, 2017 Well done! You show exquisite good taste. (And I hear you can live a reasonably normal life on one kidney for many years.)cheers! I start dialysis this afternoon..........? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OzJustin Posted 7April, 2017 Report Share Posted 7April, 2017 Group buy discount?I could be keen down the track Brian.Damn, I wish I knew you had them there for sale Bruce, I just ordered one last night from 5150 Motorsport in California. Not to worry.You have great taste Jason. This is also my wheel of choice. I'm keen to take a look/feel once you get it installed. I was getting some parts availability info from my local Porsche dealer this morning & I included the part number of the Genuine Porsche black leather 968 Club Sport ( sports) steering wheel & Porsche Germany are showing 28 of them in stock ( Germany ) ,I had the feeling ( last week ) they were still available , I just wanted to double check before posting on this threadWe always keep one new one in stock ( in its box with its German TUV certification ) because we sell quite a few each year & in the event of them going NLA , I want one for myselfRegardsBruce BuchananBuchanan AutomotiveHow much can you source the wheel and boss kit for Bruce? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buchanan Automotive Posted 7April, 2017 Report Share Posted 7April, 2017 We do not sell parts over the counter , meaning we only use the Porsche parts we have for our customer carsRegardsBruce Buchanan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason E Posted 11April, 2017 Author Report Share Posted 11April, 2017 My new wheel arrived today, beautiful (I can't post a photo due to size no matter how far I reduce it - very frustrating). Nine days after ordering from 5150 Motorsport (Calif- USA). Well packaged & in good condition. Pricey freight at 86ish USD (approx 112aud). Very happy- can't wait to fit it- should add about 8 horsepower!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buchanan Automotive Posted 11April, 2017 Report Share Posted 11April, 2017 Excellent news Jason , I did some calculations & I think the feel good factor adds nearly 10HP & that's with the engine turned off RegardsBruce BuchananBuchanan Automotive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ANF Posted 11April, 2017 Report Share Posted 11April, 2017 My new wheel arrived today, beautiful (I can't post a photo due to size no matter how far I reduce it - very frustrating). Nine days after ordering from 5150 Motorsport (Calif- USA). Well packaged & in good condition. Pricey freight at 86ish USD (approx 112aud). Very happy- can't wait to fit it- should add about 8 horsepower!!Try one of the photo hosting websites, although I would avoid photobucket as it has a myriad of issues.....Nice wheel, prob my fav! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason E Posted 12April, 2017 Author Report Share Posted 12April, 2017 Excellent news Jason , I did some calculations & I think the feel good factor adds nearly 10HP & that's with the engine turned off RegardsBruce BuchananBuchanan AutomotiveHaha Bruce, certainly felt at least that fast as I sat on the couch in my undies last night making broom broom noises & steering the wheel around the living room (hope I'm not over sharing here everyone!!).Try one of the photo hosting websites, although I would avoid photobucket as it has a myriad of issues.....Nice wheel, prob my fav!Thanks Adam, which is the simplest program/ site in your opinion? I am an Interweb novice....sadly....Agreed....this wheel is my 1st choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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