1989 Porsche 944 turbo alpine white exterior, burgundy interior, sport seats with larger bolsters, USA spec as all of the 1989 951’s had the turbo S trim which includes M030 adjustable height and rebound koni suspension, larger front brembo brakes, larger torsion bar springs, larger sway bars, 250hp engine via larger turbo and later DME computers and programming A LSD limited slip hardened transaxle with oil cooler. The last year available in the US the best of the 944’s to own. All stock down to the factory radio and hifi amplifier. This is a lifelong 944 enthusiast car that was owned both in the late 90’s bye myself in Napa CA who then sold to a close friend in Redding CA and then again in 2020 bought it back from friend because of health issues. Now reluctantly I’m selling as I myself am having health issues. This 951 has higher freeway commuter mileage from the 1990’s previous owner, however underwent a complete engine out overhaul. Engine was freshened at approx. 198K miles in May 2004
The following is what was done:
- Standard cast connecting rods were upgraded with Porsche cintered forged rods (RARST), new rod bearings (Genuine Porsche) and new standard Porsche Factory Rod bolts. Rods were checked for straightness, bore sizes and weight and corrected if necessary.
- Cylinder bores and pistons checked out good with no scratching. New Goetze turbo
piston rings were installed.
- New oil pick-up tube was installed as these are known to crack over time.
- New Genuine Porsche cylinder head studs were fitted. (studs are stretch to yield)
- Cylinder head / ceramic exhaust ports was checked for cracks, new modified Ferrea intake valves, springs and valve seals were installed. Intake ports and valves were modified by renowned Porsche machinist Michael Stimson. Wide fire ring head gasket was used when fitting the resurfaced head.
- All new timing / balance belts and rollers were installed.
- New genuine Porsche motor mounts were installed.
- Turbo was rebuilt by Innovative Turbo.
- A lightly used “Cup Car” clutch disk and pressure plate was fitted. The clutch “measuring point” as shown in the factory shop manual measured 22.5mm, well within the listed new and wear limits of 18/34mm. New pilot and throw out bearings.
- New water pump installed
- New half shafts and CV Joints installed
- Torque tube rebuilt
- All water and fuel hosed replaced
It’s had little miles put in it in the last 22 years but gets driven every few months. Always garaged kept, in 2022 with 214,000 miles the water pump , front seals, belts rollers and all oil filters were changed and then motor oil within the last year. As well as new engine fuel lines, spark plugs, rear rotors and pads along with a recent exterior/interior detail.
The only item that sticks out to mention is recently as it has not been driven much in the last few years is I noticed a slight lifter tick from sticky hydraulic lifter internals that goes away once warmed up after a few minutes. This is a common issue with these 8 valve cars and may go away with more spirited driving or hrs running. But I unfortunately cannot drive this car anymore moving forward for my health issues. The white exterior paint is original and shows signs of minor scratches dings rock chips in front end, overall wry nice condition for a driver quality car. All four wheels are 9” Clubsport with older but very useable 245/45 tires in great condition, and the original 7” fronts come with the purchase.
The burgundy interior is in overall excellent condition the sports seats have no major wear marks or issues but do show minor cracking in centers, it’s very very minor. The dash shows very nicely too with zero cracking, it has a few tiny spots just starting to show signs of lifting so not absolutely perfect but almost. Top of door panels are almost perfect there’s some
Minor cracking there too but almost none. Everything inside car works as it should, power door locks, alarm, windows, elec seats, sunroof, the AC blows cold 134 retrofit. This car is very quick and handles extremely well always garaged and never tracked. A chance to own a real reliable driver quality turbo S that is ready to drive across the country for new owner. Located in Napa CA sold with clean CA title in hand.
