SteveF Posted 18April, 2017 Report Share Posted 18April, 2017 Ever since the departure of my 911 I have wanted to get another Porsche and I am pleased to say my search is over. Tonight I had my new to me 1986 944 delivered and couldn't be happier.I have been looking for a car for some time and was originally focusing on either a 924 or 924 Turbo. I expanded my search to a 944, looking at both the first and second series cars. My preference was for a series 2 car (post '86 with the updated dash) but was open to all options. After speaking to many people (thanks for your time Michel, Rod and Rob), checking out a few cars, asking another PFA member to look at interstate cars on my behalf (Thank you Niko) and doing a PPI I came across this car locally - many of you may have seen it on Gumtree. I initially dismissed the car but a few weeks ago Dreamr (my car search guru!) and I went for a look and were really impressed considering it is 31 years old. It is in great condition with a full service history and the major stuff recently done (clutch, belts etc). The only non original parts are the seat trim and radio. After a call to Porsche Australia all of the information on the car checked out and I made an offer.Next is to get the car on historic rego before this weekend, give it a wash and polish and get out and drive on Saturday for the first official run. Actually the drive will be before the wash & polish!Below is a picture of the car in her new home. I'll take some more during the day and post them up.Thanks again to everyone who helped with the purchase. PFA Is such a great community and I look forward to getting out and driving with you again.Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bear924 Posted 18April, 2017 Report Share Posted 18April, 2017 Congratulations on your new purchase. Your car looks really clean and I'm very glad that it has found its way to an enthusiast. Not quite 924 turbo good (wink wink) however still a fine looking automobile. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveF Posted 18April, 2017 Author Report Share Posted 18April, 2017 Thanks mate. I think Ill sleep in the garage tonight. It is a great looking car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreamr Posted 18April, 2017 Report Share Posted 18April, 2017 I've been with you on this journey mate for what seems like the past 2 years and I've got to say I couldn't be happier for you ...It's a cracker of a car in really good condition. .... I look forward to seeing you and your car out on the road ....Enjoy!!! ..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveF Posted 18April, 2017 Author Report Share Posted 18April, 2017 Well, emotionally it is half your car isn't it!! Thanks mate. I appreciate your help in finally getting one. (again!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OzJustin Posted 18April, 2017 Report Share Posted 18April, 2017 Congrats on the purchase Steve. Looks like a really clean example and looks great in white. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-Man Posted 18April, 2017 Report Share Posted 18April, 2017 Glad to see you finally made it back mate. Looks like a great purchase. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niko Posted 18April, 2017 Report Share Posted 18April, 2017 Congratulations Steve, sounds like and looks like you have a good one.welcome back from the wilderness and into the P car fold.looking forward to some more photos and how your first drive goes.well done again, mate...great stuff. After driving that one I looked at for you (my first 944 drive) I love those things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ANF Posted 18April, 2017 Report Share Posted 18April, 2017 Congrats and well done! Looks like a great car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted 18April, 2017 Report Share Posted 18April, 2017 Well done Steve, does this mean the TT goes?Cheers, Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apogee Posted 18April, 2017 Report Share Posted 18April, 2017 Congratulations! Nice colour or lack of.I think if Porsche made the 944 today, people would still buy it. I know I would. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edgy Posted 19April, 2017 Report Share Posted 19April, 2017 Welcome back, not that you ever left us mate! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris-p Posted 19April, 2017 Report Share Posted 19April, 2017 Good on you Steve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveF Posted 19April, 2017 Author Report Share Posted 19April, 2017 Well done Steve, does this mean the TT goes?Cheers, RobThanks Rob, yes the TT had to unfortunately go. It was a great car but something had to give ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D-banger Posted 19April, 2017 Report Share Posted 19April, 2017 Welcome back to the fold Steve.More pics and what are your plans? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveF Posted 19April, 2017 Author Report Share Posted 19April, 2017 Thanks Doug. More pics to come, probably this weekend.I'm just going to enjoy it in the short term and do little bits and pieces over time. It is a pretty original car so I would like to try and keep it that way. Ideally I would like to eventually fix up the dash as it is a little cracked and change the seats back to the original fabric. Some cup 1 wheels or Fuchs would look good as well. The shopping list has started already! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stepo Posted 19April, 2017 Report Share Posted 19April, 2017 Nice one Steve, loving the look in white with teledials Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian in buddina Posted 19April, 2017 Report Share Posted 19April, 2017 Stevewelcome to the 944 preservation society. Now the big question: split or single rear seats???Brian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter M Posted 19April, 2017 Report Share Posted 19April, 2017 Good work Steve!So pleased to have you back in the fold. Hopefully there's a space for you on the Lithgow drive of 20 May. Otherwise we better organise something else soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
90sF1Kid Posted 19April, 2017 Report Share Posted 19April, 2017 Congrats, welcome to the 944 club!! Look forward to hearing more and seeing more of it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveF Posted 19April, 2017 Author Report Share Posted 19April, 2017 Good work Steve!So pleased to have you back in the fold. Hopefully there's a space for you on the Lithgow drive of 20 May. Otherwise we better organise something else soon! Thanks Peter. Already locked in with Caver so look forward to catching up. Hopefully I can get the historic rego sorted my this weekend so can get out on Saturday. Not being able to drive it is killing me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tazzieman Posted 19April, 2017 Report Share Posted 19April, 2017 They handle so well! You'll revel in the twisties. Love mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TINGY Posted 19April, 2017 Report Share Posted 19April, 2017 Welcome back Kotter!Well done mate, i knew you would finally end up with one of these, i can't wait to catch up with you and see it, congrats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Port 911 Posted 19April, 2017 Report Share Posted 19April, 2017 Great stuff Steve, looks like there may be a few 944s on the Lithgow weekend, can't wait to see your new car in person. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dominicxu1 Posted 20April, 2017 Report Share Posted 20April, 2017 Congrat's Steve, welcome back to Porsche ownership. Look forward to catching up again. Dominic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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