What causes a 944 to have full heat?
Full Heat at All Temperature Settings (1985.5 and Newer 944s) On late model 944s (1985.5 and newer), there are several problems that can cause the full heat condition. The first and most common problem is a damper linkage in the driver’s side footwell (for left-hand drive cars).
When did the Porsche 944 come to the US?
The Porsche 944 made her debut in 1982 fitted with the 2.5 liter Porsche slant four engine producing 163hpfor Europe market cars, and 143hp for US cars (which would be increased to 147hp from 1985-1987).
What’s the top speed of a Porsche 944 Turbo?
In 1987, Car and Driver tested the 944 Turbo and achieved a 0–97 km/h (0–60 mph) time of 5.9 seconds.
What kind of suspension does a Porsche 944 have?
In keeping with its performance Porsche’s engineers fitted the car with the M030 suspension package as standard. This gave the car progressive rate springs, larger hollow anti-roll bars and Koni adjustable shock absorbers, with the front units being adjustable for ride height.
When did Porsche stop making the Porsche 944?
With over 163,000 cars produced, the 944 was the most successful sports car in Porsche’s history until the introductions of the Boxster and 997 Carrera. Extensive design revisions for the 1992 model year prompted Porsche to drop the 944 nameplate and rebrand the vehicle as the 968.
In 1987, Car and Driver tested the 944 Turbo and achieved a 0–97 km/h (0–60 mph) time of 5.9 seconds.
What was the original code for the Porsche 924?
The 924 had originally been a project of VW-Porsche, a joint Porsche/ Volkswagen company incorporated to develop and produce the 914 which was sold in Europe badged as both a Porsche and a Volkswagen. In 1972, a replacement for the Volkswagen version of the 914, code named EA-425 began development.
When did the Porsche 924 GTP LeMans come out?
The prototype of this mid level model debuted at LeMans in 1981, an unusual strategy implemented by Porsche at the time. Called the 924 GTP LeMans, the car was based on the 924 Carrera GT LeMans that competed in the event prior to the GTP’s introduction.