Vehicle Description
1980 Porsche 924 Turbo
"This impressive car, at least as quick but more easily drivable
because of less girth than the 928, shows the way in which Porsche
is thinking for the future of very high performance motor cars. The
210hp Carrera GT, a higher performance version of the 924 Turbo
scheduled for introduction in the summer, promises to be a
revelation." Motorsports Magazine, March 1980
For consignment, a 1980 Porsche 924 Turbo with a title verified
86,938 actual miles, a two owner car and our consignor is not only
a PCA and Rennlist member, but oversaw a long list of mechanical
improvements over the past four years that includes the timing
belt, brake components, fuel pump, radiator as well as a number of
rebuilt components such as the CV joints, injectors, and warm up
regulator. That's just the tip of this turbo's iceberg.
Exterior
With the exception of the front valance, according to our
consignor, the paint is original, here presenting as a greenish
Inari Silver over a darker Onyx green and the two tone profile is
unique, and uniquely Porsche. Four ducts on top of the nose and
something called a NACA duct tops the hood. This piece of nifty
intake keeps the engine cool and was developed by the National
Advisory Committee for Aeronautics. The large, curved window
cascades to a rear rubber spoiler at the end of the hatch, which
throws shade on the mostly flush rear fascia with space between the
tail lights for a license plate, be it European or American. Period
font spells out Porsche wide on the tail and 924 turbo on the lip
of the hatch, while a large single exhaust tip peaks out under the
rubber bumpers. 15-inch mesh wheels carry newer Yokohama 215/60R15
tires. Imperfections include a number of touched up scratches and
chips, untreated scratches, and scuffs on the bumper.
Interior
The two tone theme continues, this time in brown and tan on the
door panels which are smooth and clean and basic 80's. Turbo is on
the door sill as we set our focus to the tan buckets seats in newer
leather upholstery looking almost new with rib stitching and tan
piping. There's the suggestion of 2+2 seating in the back but like
many Porsches, it's virtually useless for passengers. A brown
leather wrapped steering wheel has horizontal spokes and leads to a
triple gauge package that features sporty green numbers on a black
background under red needles with 55 mph delineated in red because
that was the designated max highway speed back then, (just ask
Hagar if you don't believe us). Brown abounds on the rest of the
dash except for the center stack in black, with more gauges,
climate level and Blaupunkt AM/FM/CD radio, leading to the center
console with Porsche's simple shifter design in a brown leather
boot. Newer tan molded carpet with brown edge binding looks
fantastic and covers the footwell walls while the tiltable and
removable sunroof takes up most of the ceiling, also in clean
condition. The cargo area is smoothly carpeted and clean.
Drivetrain
From the hood liner down, the engine bay is clean with only hints
of being used. This is a 2.0 liter SOHC turbocharged inline 4
cylinder, fuel injected with a Bosch K-jetronic system and rated at
143 horsepower. It spots new drive belts, rollers and timing belts
and new shift linkage front to back on the Getrag 5-speed manual
transmission which has been resealed and has a new clutch master
and slave. The cap, rotors and plugs have been replaced and new
vacuum hoses included on the intake. A new A/C condenser dryer
features new o-rings and an R134 conversion. Power brakes now have
a new master cylinder, hoses and rear drum brakes. The battery,
starter, and alternator are also newer.
Undercarriage
Clean underneath with some typical surface rust. The rebuilt CV
joints stand out clean while the ANSA exhaust travels through the
center tunnel encountering a stock style muffler before exiting via
a chrome tip. Our consignor notes the fuel tank was removed, hot
tanked, and sealed and sends fuel to rebuilt injectors via a new
pump, hoses, and accumulator. Both front and rear suspension are
independent.
Drive-Ability
With this much attention to detail, we didn't expect any hiccups
and indeed, the tiny turbo did not disappoint. Weight distribution
is 49/51 front rear and provides crisp handling as the blown four
banger delivers good acceleration. Porsche cabins are renowned fun
boxes and the 924 affords great visibility. Finally, all functions
operate as intended and it's time to bring the boost back to the
bay. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were
working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these
functions will be working at the time of your purchase.
Only 13,616 Porsche 924 turbos were made between 1979 and 1984 and
therefore represent a fairly uncommon breed. Porsche embedded parts
from both the 911 and the 928 of the time and created a racy little
sports car that may be among the unloved in the Porsche pecking
order but have seen a resurgence in recent years. Here's a well
sorted example that sets the bar. Wunderbar, that is!
93A0152598
93-924
A-1980
0-Neckarsulm, Germany Assy Plant
1-924 Turbo
5-2.0 Liter I4 168hp
2598-Sequential Unit Number
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There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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