How much does it cost to buy a Porsche 924?
You can buy a half-decent one for £1,200 whereas no 911 in roadworthy condition can be found for under £10,000. Yet the 924 is every inch a Porsche, despite what the snobs say. Yes it was originally conceived as a joint VW/Porsche project and yes the original 2.0 engine was later used in the LT van.
What kind of suspension does a Porsche 924 have?
The suspension is a work of Porsche genius. The design used many VW parts but was evolved over the years. The original 924’s suspension worked fine but the 924S suspension set-up achieves a balance of superb road-holding with a comfortable ride. It doesn’t crash over bumps yet it doesn’t roll in corners.
How long do front discs last on Porsche 924?
On a 924 the front discs/pads should last at least 25K miles. Replacement cost will be about £400. The rear drum linings are not visible, but the VOSA test will usually show up braking inefficiency. The 924 Turbo and 924S will use up their brakes more rapidly.
When did the Porsche 924S come to Canterbury?
Supplied new by Waldron, Canterbury on 11th March 1987, this wonderful Porsche 924S, has had just one owner from new until September 2016. Finished in Guards Red, with a lovely contrasting parchment interior, with pinstriped seats and door cards. Having been stored in a garage its whole life, this …
Is the Porsche 924 the car that saved Porsche?
The Porsche 924 is the car that saved Porsche AG from financial ruin. Well, the late 70s financial ruin anyway. Porsche have had a few wobbles along the way but the introduction of Porsche’s first ever front engined, water cooled 2+2 coupé was absolutely the company saviour it was intended to be.
The suspension is a work of Porsche genius. The design used many VW parts but was evolved over the years. The original 924’s suspension worked fine but the 924S suspension set-up achieves a balance of superb road-holding with a comfortable ride. It doesn’t crash over bumps yet it doesn’t roll in corners.
How much does a Porsche 924 cost on Craigslist?
Having recently spent three days and 2,000 miles in a 924 purchased for less than $2,000 on Craigslist, I’m a reasonable authority on the merits of this, the most unloved of Porsches.
What’s the top speed of a Porsche 924?
The only let-down is in very high speed handling where the 924S starts to feel light. Top speed is a shade over 120mph but approaching that speed doesn’t feel comfortable. Maybe it needs new bushes or firmer springs, or maybe the aerodynamics work against it to create the feeling of too much lightness at the front.