For Sale - 1990 944S2 Brisbane.

[Jason E]

I'm sitting here constructing an advertisement & quietly sobbing.  I'll add the full advert as I go.  Any interest feel free to call - 0410439764.  Cheers Jason.

Photos below text.

(advert not complete as I'm adding & editing as I go - thanks for patience).

For Sale

1990 Porsche 944S2

(RHD) Aus delivered (10.04.91) Scuderia Veloce Motors NSW.

Original books/ manuals etc included.

VIN WP0ZZZ 94ZLN401131

Model # - 945 042

Paint code LY5U/ LY5U - Glacier Blue (Silver really).

Interior - (41) full leather Marine Blue.

Options

288 - Head Lamp Washer

438 - 8-way electrical seat, right

490 - 10 speaker Sound System

533 - Alarm (original not functional - all parts remain) Modern immobiliser / central locking system installed.

573 - Air Conditioning

593 -  ABS (Bosch) anti Lock Brake System

605 - Headlight levelling system

650 - Sunroof

946 - Leather front seats with leatherette rear sides

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Purchased by me 22.11. 2016 in Sydney at 179ks.

Delivered directly to Buchanan Automotive by me for a comprehensive refresh.  Receipts for $16,836 worth of work conducted by Buchanan's.  Brief to Bruce & Sean was to make it completely reliable as a daily driver.  Picked up & driven back to Brisbane by me 20.12.2016.  I have about 23 pages of receipts, emails & a CD of before & after images of work performed by Buchanan's.  (very comprehensive explanation of all works conducted & condition of the vehicle).

To this day it has not let me down once in over 30,000k's of daily driving & semi regular spirited drives with the Brisbane contingent.

I have further receipts for 15 to 20k IN PARTS mostly for steady restoration work on this car.  Every new part on this car is Genuine Porsche or for the few NLA items OEM from reputable Porsche suppliers like Paragon/ Pelican or design 911.

There are still plenty of things to do.  I will list below in order of completion the work performed or parts replaced.

Buchanan Automotive work - (not an exhaustive list - far more detailed description on receipts).

Basic Service/ Trans Oil changed/ New CV joints/ Cam Belt/ Balance Belt/ Rollers/ External Belts/ Timing Chain & Slipper guides/ New Water Pump/ Radiator & heater hoses/ Hall Sensor/ NCT11 Sensor, Distributor Cap/ Rotor/ Front suspension lower control arm ball joints/ Power steering hoses/power steering pump/ New steering shaft/ Clutch hydraulics/ fuel hoses- engine bay/ inlet manifold air bellows/ brake hoses/ front wheel bearings/ sway bar front inner bushes/ crankcase breather hose & valve/ Brake pads & discs (front & rear)/ driver's seat 4 way switch/ accelerator cable & switch/ glove box upgrade./ central locking link rods/  $300 worth of misc items.

Air Con system completely refurbished. - new, modern parallel flow condenser installed/ new hoses/ compressor refurb'd - old oil removed/ system flushed new oil added, new Receiver/ Drier, new factory A/C relay/ new O seals on everything/ Regassed.

Driver's side window regulator reconditioned/ decommission original alarm system/ Rear wheel bearings replaced/ drive shafts cleaned & refurbed/ new front & rear wiper blade assemblies/ instrument cluster bulbs x3 replaced/ new oil level sender gasket.

New TOYO Proxes T1R fitted all round.

............................end of Buchanan's work.......................................................................

Jan 17 - New Battery (DIN66 Super Charge)

Jan 17 - New Genuine Windscreen fitted. (I have had clear anti UV film applied to the windscreen to both keep the dash in it's crack free condition & to assist in keeping the cabin cool in Summer). 

Jan 17 - New Odometer gears /cluster cleaned & serviced. (installed by Lionel Otto Instruments).

Feb 17 - New front & rear KONI Sport yellow suspension. (Fulcrum wheel alignment).

Feb/ Mar 17 - Complete Sachs Clutch kit & peripherals from BWA Sydney. (clutch kit, clutch guide tube, Rear Main Seal, release lever needle, spigot bearing, flywheel bolt & seal, pan head screws x 10, etc, etc - everything that could be replaced while the clutch was out was replaced).

Mar 17 - All windows/ hatch tinted with UV reflective tint.  Windscreen UV reflective clear film applied.

Mar 17 - New Genuine Clutch Master Cylinder (from BWA Sydney).

April 17 - Atiwe type 32 Sport Steering Wheel (old one retained & included in sale).

Paragon Products - $582USD worth of parts delivered for later fitment

Only 944 - $462USD worth of parts delivered for later fitment

Ians Euro Parts - $90USD worth of parts delivered for later fitment

May 17 - new shift boot (leather) (only 944).

June 17 - Oil Change -(5k) 186,218k (Mahle filter/ washer - Valvoline Maxlife 20w-50w)

July 17 - New Sony Bluetooth radio.  Modern radio, makes phone calls etc - not period correct - not an issue for me I like mod cons.

July 17 - paint correction & body work performed

July 17 - New hatch pin seals & seats.  (I have a new seat of stainless steel hatch pins to be installed).

                New Hatch Seal

                New tail light seals (previous factory sealant removed & modern Only944 seals fitted. (there is also an upgraded Only944 harness fitted to make the tailights more noticeable (adds an extra                    bulb.  This is a well documented & tested modification with no issues.  I had it professionally installed by an auto electrician.

                New Hood Crest gasket fitted.

Jul 17 - Wheels & Calipers refurbished by Alloy Doctor Brisbane.  Wheels currently as per photos with D90s painted black, calipers painted red (not standard factory black). 

Jul 17 - New climate control unit clear frame - to be fitted.

Aug 17 - Modern central locking/ immobiliser fitted.  Mongoose M40 system.  Has remote fob for open/ close.  3 keys, 2 fobs.  (original system retained).  This immobilizes the car 15secs after the                     doors are opened.

Sep 17 - Genuine Scuttle Cover fitted

                Genuine carpet set fitted

Sep 17 - Digital Clock refurbished, all functions work completely (night bulb still to be replaced).

Sep 17 - new front seats fitted.

Oct 17 - Torque Tube rebuilt with Black Sea R&D super bearings x 4.  I sourced & fitted a torque tube out of an 89 turbo (Replacing the 'problematic' split seam S2 original).  I still have the original tube.

                Only 944 Short Shifter Kit fitted (whilst the transmission was out - also new rubber boots- inspection port covers etc)

                Only 944 complete shifter, dampeners plus all peripherals

                Genuine transmission sound deadner

Dec 17 - Genuine driver's side door handle & gaskets fitted.

Feb 18 - Oil Change (10k) 197950kms.  New Mahle filter & washer.  Valvoline Maxlife 20w-50w.

Feb 18 - Cam Cover refurbed/ repainted by HPC Vic,- new gaskets fitted.

                New Genuine Coolant Reservoir

                New Genuine Windscreen Washer Reservoir/ clamps/ seals etc.

Apr 18 - Electrical work undertaken - various.

Mar 18 - Genuine Porsche Engine Mounts

May 18 - Fluids flushed & changed - Brake/ Clutch 202,549ks.

June 18 - complete under body pressure wash.

June 18 - purchase & fit new tail light assemblies (L/R)

Aug 18 - New Oil pressure sensor

                New wiper assemblies front.

                New driver side mirror motor installed. (I have several spare motors/ housings & new boxed mirrors).

Aug 18 - Shift Knob dampeners fitted.

Aug 18 - Only944 additional brake light harness upgrade kit fitted. 

                Electrical system (mirror/ speakers) work conducted.

Dec 18 - Sunroof recommissioned.  All new genuine gears & interior/ exterior seals replaced.  New interior pivots & catches.

Dec 18 Oil change - (10k) (207,541ks) genuine filter & washer.  Valvoline Max Life 20w -50w.

Dec 18 - Genuine Window slot seals (L/R).

July 19 - used Drivers window purchased & polished by Scratchless glass Brisbane.  To be tinted & fitted.

The original spare wheel is present as is the tool kit & tyre compressor.

I still have literally thousands of dollars worth of parts to fit to the car - I just need to find the time.  With a 4 year old finding that time is hard - hence the sale.  This is probably a good time to address the reason for sale.  We have a business expansion opportunity that some spare money would help with.  As stated finding time to do the little jobs is increasingly hard with my 4 year old soaking up my spare time.  From the time perspective I think maybe something more modern (like a Boxster/ Cayman) might give me Porsche time with less maintaining/ restoring etc.  Given most of my driving is in the city maybe a PDK or Triptronic will be more suitable as well.  I absolutely know I'll probably regret this but what can you do.

As stated there are some jobs I still have to do.  Off the top of my head the list would be -

The front valance/ bumper area could do with some paint correction - (any interested parties will get sent detailed pictures prior to inspecting if required).

I have several excellent condition interior pieces that I have collected to change out for some worn pieces.  I have been waiting to fit these when I get the head lining replaced.

There are lots of little things that I have as replacement items waiting to be fitted (most of them are "when something else is off jobs" ).

 

[Niko]

Looks like someone is going to get a nice car Jason, shame you have to let it go.  

Great example.

Good luck with the sale

[Jason A]

GLWS

[Jason E]

1 hour ago, Niko said:

Looks like someone is going to get a nice car Jason, shame you have to let it go.  

Great example.

Good luck with the sale

Thanks Niko, 

I think it is a good one.  Lot's of time, money, effort & enjoyment (plenty of frustration & f#@ks too) has gone into it in the last 3 years.  Won't be my last Porsche for sure.  Maybe a Cayman for me next.

[Niko]

49 minutes ago, Jason E said:

Thanks Niko, 

I think it is a good one.  Lot's of time, money, effort & enjoyment (plenty of frustration & f#@ks too) has gone into it in the last 3 years.  Won't be my last Porsche for sure.  Maybe a Cayman for me next.

very biassed....Can't go wrong with a Cayman.    They are near perfect.

[TINGY]

Good luck with it mate, i know you have spent a shit load of time and money bringing this car back from almost dead.

Looks great and someone will be getting a good car with almost all new parts, doesn't get any better than that.

[Jason E]

37 minutes ago, TINGY996 said:

Good luck with it mate, i know you have spent a shit load of time and money bringing this car back from almost dead.

Looks great and someone will be getting a good car with almost all new parts, doesn't get any better than that.

Cheers Tingy,

Not really fussed if it doesn't sell to be honest but have a business opportunity that I'd like to use the money on rather than borrow more right now.  Thought I'd see if there was any interest here before I go down the carsales route.

Writing an add that covers everything isn't easy though.  I've been writing for 2 days 😀. 

[jakroo]

Do you have any idea on a price yet Jason, or is it still a work in progress? The original post doesn't have an asking price, (or atleast, I haven't spotted one)

My best mate who did his mechanical apprenticeship on P cars in the mid  and late 80s, is up your way, and I'm trying to get him into a Porsche..... This could be the first port of call..

[Corki944]

GLWS Jason.....

All the best.😆

[Jason E]

Hey there, I'm working on the add as we speak mate.  Not 100% sure of my asking price yet, though it will reflect (realistically 😊 the costs thus far).  It would seem that there's a bit of a price slump at the moment & a number of S2's currently available & languishing on Carsales.  Hopefully that's a reflection on the cars rather than the true interest of buyers.  I'm hopping mine might stick out above the crowd with having such a large amount of recent, verifiable, quality work performed.  I have had some phone inquiries already.  There will definitely be a high 3 number at the start, possibly a 4.  Maybe I'm dreaming but I'd just keep it if I can't get something realistic.  It's just too good to give away.  Cheers, Jason.

6 minutes ago, Corki944 said:

GLWS Jason.....

All the best.😆

Cheers

 

[Tips]

10 minutes ago, Jason E said:

There will definitely be a high 3 number at the start, possibly a 4.

Jase probably comes back to the motivation behind the sale. Selling my Macan in a slow cluttered market at the top price had me take it of and on CS. Pressure from here and circumstances for the buyer actually got it sold. Always comes back to meeting the market and allowing you to move on to what you want to do next is my pricing strategy.

looks very nice mate GLWS

[Stepo]

Must be hard to consider letting her go Jason, they are a great car, GLWTS mate

[Jason E]

22 minutes ago, Stepo said:

Must be hard to consider letting her go Jason, they are a great car, GLWTS mate

I've been procrastinating for a long while, some business stuff just influenced me recently.  Might not get a buyer the way the market is at the moment.  We'll see.  I was only saying to a mate on a drive last week that I fall in love with the car everytime I go out for a run with the Porsche crew up here.  It just gives & gives without ever missing a beat.

[bear924]

I've been on a few drives with this car, it's certainly the type of 944 I'd direct a potential purchaser to as all the heavy lifting has been done.  I also like the colour!  Good luck with the sale Jason, there are always mixed emotions selling Pcars so I hope it all turns out the best for you. 

[Rob]

Jason!  I can't believe you're considering selling our love child!  We've been through so much blood, sweat, blood, skin, swearing, blood, beer etc. together it would be like losing a child, only worse.  How could you forget the joy of doing the torque tube bearings - I can't forget them - neither can my impact driver...  Don't mention the clutch or the suspension or the terrific work the Buchanans did on it when you bought it.  But now there's nothing of any import left to do, so it's probably getting a bit boring, just having a reliable fast-ish car.  OK, you've convinced me!

[Jason E]

9 hours ago, Rob said:

Jason!  I can't believe you're considering selling our love child!  We've been through so much blood, sweat, blood, skin, swearing, blood, beer etc. together it would be like losing a child, only worse.  How could you forget the joy of doing the torque tube bearings - I can't forget them - neither can my impact driver...  Don't mention the clutch or the suspension or the terrific work the Buchanans did on it when you bought it.  But now there's nothing of any import left to do, so it's probably getting a bit boring, just having a reliable fast-ish car.  OK, you've convinced me!

IF (and that's a big if) I find a buyer Rob it will be a sad day.  I have really enjoyed doing all of the work to the car & learning new skills. Plus I'm always glad that most of the blood shed during the last 3 years has been yours.  The torque tube & clutch jobs were epic missions weren't they!  In the not too distant future there maybe something else to work on.

[Coastr]

No!  Don’t do it!

ok, well maybe if a cayman rolls in...

[Mike D'Silva]

13 hours ago, Coastr said:

No!  Don’t do it!

ok, well maybe if a cayman rolls in...

I'm contemplating ditching the 911 for a 1st gen cayman

 

[Niko]

21 minutes ago, Mike D'Silva said:

I'm contemplating ditching the 911 for a 1st gen cayman

 

Wise man Mike, you won't look back if you make the decision.    Sensational cars.    

I'd just say if you're going 987 I would go the Gen 2.  

But I know you will have already checked all that out.

[Jason E]

1 hour ago, Mike D'Silva said:

I'm contemplating ditching the 911 for a 1st gen cayman

 

I drove one recently.   Was sublime.  A little noisy (possibly combo of tyres/ exhaust etc).  Cabin is tightish ( certainly much tighter than the 944.  But it is very, very pretty.

[Jason E]

SOLD.