Here's Why this 1983 Porsche 944 Makes a Great First Car to Work On

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Porsche 944 car review. Here's why this 1983 Porsche 944 makes a great first car to work on, car review and car tour with Scotty Kilmer. Car mod contest winner Michael and 1983 Porsche 944. This 35 year old car has been restored and includes a 2.5 Liter 4 cylinder engine with tons of mods. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 50 years.
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@scottykilmer 6 жыл бұрын

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@waterzap99 6 жыл бұрын

Some friends have asked me how to learn to work on cars. I always tell them, that's easy. Buy an old car. This is an example of that. He didn't know much, but trying to keep an old car on the road is really the best teacher.

@IntelligentHorseworldofrandom 6 жыл бұрын

Interesting car! But I’m not sure if I’d consider getting this for my first car! Its more for racing than driving!

@k.j.g.9601 6 жыл бұрын

Wha, wha, what? A Porsche getting some love on the Scotty Channel???? Just bustin, I love this channel but The Porsche slamming has always been a challenge for me, because I own a couple. I’ve found them not nearly as scary to work on as some would think.

@drewpopshellz9472 6 жыл бұрын

I have a question for you. My passenger side window has scratches on the glass is there anything I can use to remove them?

@Jaxen90841 6 жыл бұрын

My younger brother owned one of these cars. Had to buy a distributor and spark plug wires for it once. Cost a small fortune.

@1994TeeJay1994 6 жыл бұрын

My father always told me that it's better to have a secondhand/third-hand car as a first car because it will teach you a lot about repairs and maintenance

@cruz1816 6 жыл бұрын

and if u mess up fixing it u don't have to worry that much

@weslu313 6 жыл бұрын

I don't like that cause of you dont have much to throw around constantly fixing it will kill your pocket

@totalt6600 6 жыл бұрын

TJ True.

@socialghost4400 6 жыл бұрын

My dad said the same, and he was right too

@thefuzzypickle8277 6 жыл бұрын

Wes Lou you say it as if a honda is expensive

@shellykennedy5427 6 жыл бұрын

“Broke down within 20 minutes of buying it”. Like many young people who only have money for beater cars, it becomes a sure-fire quick refocus on work ethic and value of money. Car as an instructor and teaching tool.

@mcdoogle6549 6 жыл бұрын

Shelly Kennedy bought my first car for $550, I’ve had it for 7 months now and it hasn’t broken anything

@blisterbrain 6 жыл бұрын

McDoogle Now it'll probably break tomorrow!

@blackcarmafia 6 жыл бұрын

blister Michel no it wont

@christopherconard2831 6 жыл бұрын

Description of almost every car I had early on.

@TempoMontages 6 жыл бұрын

i bought a car with a blown engine when i was 15 and rebuilt it with in 6 months then practiced driving manual to get my drivers ed hours and everything and im 21 now

@GECKOZFTW 6 жыл бұрын

The 944 in my opinion is one of the most underrated 80s sports cars. I'd love to own a 944 Turbo when I'm older.

@altrock86 6 жыл бұрын

My Channel Lacks Originality I think they are underrated as well. People don't consider them a "real" Porsche because it isn't a 911. But now days they make suvs and people don't really complain about that.

@GECKOZFTW 6 жыл бұрын

Christopher Kaesemeyer Exactly. What's the point of a company that specialises in sports cars to make SUVs that are pointlessly expensive and unreliable? Porsche should try and make another affordable sports car. Something less powerful than the Boxter but just as fun to drive.

@irriterendenavn 6 жыл бұрын

My Channel Lacks Originality Porsche Miata

@BaltimoreAndOhioRR 6 жыл бұрын

I was a teen and got my license in 84, so i was very into cars during the 80's. The 944's were a dime a dozen back then, I saw them everywhere. I always hated them. They were quite slow compared to other sports cars at that time. I always thought they were over rated. I cant remember the last time I actually saw one on the road. (I LOVED, and still love, the 928, tho! Even came very close to buying one!)

@veganpotterthevegan 6 жыл бұрын

I've driven one and really don't like how it feels relative to a rear engine Porshe. So I'd rather have a 280zx/300zx, an RX7, or a Supra from a few years later. May as well save some money if the car isn't gonna be great without spending top dollar on add-ons

@ridge9066 3 жыл бұрын

My first car was a 944 and it broke the timing belt within the first month of owning it. I put as much into rebuilding the motor as I did buying the car. Learned a lot about my car and 7 years later I’m still daily driving it as I slowly go through the car replacing parts and improving the driving experience. You never see these cars anymore.

@skip123davis 6 жыл бұрын

LOVE this video!! this guy has a dynamite "can do" attitude. good for him. i almost never use the word "deserve," buy he DESERVES this car: he worked hard for it, takes pride in owning, maintaining and operating it, and we all know this young man is going to do well in life.

@20alphabet 6 жыл бұрын

Plus his car has a cam!

@UkraineJames2000 6 жыл бұрын

I have a similar story to the guy in this video. I bought an e46 BMW even though it requires a lot of maintenance/repair. I knew nothing about fixing cars, but was forced to learn. Now she runs like a clock and shifts like a dream.

@jimmysapien9961 6 жыл бұрын

Sweet car 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 very good video ! Thanks again SCOTTY! You have a great Channel 👍🏻

@Icuosnas7 5 жыл бұрын

"Owning a car is something to be proud of" Couldn't have said it better myself

@robtankbuster5215 5 жыл бұрын

Stunning car! When i was in college this was my dream car. I would sit in the college study hall doing home work for hours and plus as a break reading car magazines, This car was aways in CAR and DRIVERS magazines as the best or top ten car and would dream of owning a 944 one day. Love it.

@clevelandstreeter8765 3 жыл бұрын

Supercharging a 944...sounds great!!!

@pajamatime5750 6 жыл бұрын

Love the videos Scotty.... A knowledgeable mechanic like you who’s willing to make videos to help others is a rare thing.... Your work is appreciated by lots of people! Keep it up man!!

@scottykilmer 6 жыл бұрын

thanks for the support!

@schande 6 жыл бұрын

i've bought my 1986 type 2 944 12 years ago as my only daily driver. now it's my fun car and only drive it in the summer. i absolutely love it and it will always be a part of me.

@FATBOY2222 6 жыл бұрын

Love this series and the video. It reminded me of myself 17 years ago when I bought my 1982 Porsche 911 SC. I never changed out my tranny but indeed that car taught me so much & have so many good memories. Nothing like the old Porsche smells of oil, gasoline, and leather. I certainly didn’t deserve my 911 but I fought for 17 years not to have to sell my dream car!

@repairdrive 6 жыл бұрын

I'm really liking this series!

@hank1556 6 жыл бұрын

the coment about the car being a professor is really cool

@RussellSmith-nv2je 6 жыл бұрын

Nicely done! The 80's era Porsche 911 Turbo was an interesting beast too! It had no traction or stability control, rear wheel drive, massive power and a huge turbo lag. Apparently just learning to drive it normally without killing yourself was an art.

@MitchGrooms 6 жыл бұрын

Michael, I heard the passion in you, very touching and I got a tear in my eye because I am the same way you are.. Incredible car and so are you..

@rarerides 6 жыл бұрын

gay

@MitchGrooms 6 жыл бұрын

You are a total hater, what is your issue? You MUST not be a car guy, NO WAY.

@rarerides 6 жыл бұрын

Mitch Grooms You just called another man touching and incredible.

@MichaelODonnell 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! I enjoyed making the video, and I’m grateful for the chance to spread the word about how positive owning an old car can be. Keep wrenching!

@MitchGrooms 6 жыл бұрын

You have for sure. People were ugly because I said I felt your passion etc, you nailed it.. I have had 2 cars featured here on Scotty's channel, the 81 Turbo Trans Am and the Red 98 Jag XJR, please look. You are what the older car owner love is about, you have the passion like me and these so called car lovers come on here and do not understand what this is all about because they have never owned a car like ours before,, you are amazing and it did bring tears to my eyes like I stated before,,

@madmotorrepair1748 6 жыл бұрын

My kid is going to be raised on watching Scotty Kilmer car channel with me. 😉

@1shotz0 6 жыл бұрын

pretty fly for a wifi deaf *

@ronjlwhite8058 6 жыл бұрын

Mad Motor Repair Scotty is awesome for sure!!!

@crzivan01 6 жыл бұрын

My 4 year old and 2 year old boys love to watch Scotty with me!

@watchingitallhere 6 жыл бұрын

The right car, for the right person. Probably will never sell it... Great video.

@classic287 6 жыл бұрын

That doesn’t look too bad. Today’s Porsche, forget it...

@classic287 6 жыл бұрын

Beats, Looks isn’t the problem

@chrisq9210 6 жыл бұрын

classic287 GT3???

@leo-a-h-g 6 жыл бұрын

I can see your miata 😍 Greetings from my miata 😂🙌🏼

@classic287 6 жыл бұрын

Aren't Miatas the best? Give yours a kiss for me...

@JESSEPINKMAN74 6 жыл бұрын

Such a great video, I'd say it's the best viewer video yet. Very smart individual right there

@vjdavis146 6 жыл бұрын

Hey there Scotty, I see you’ve blown up quickly on KZfaq! That just goes to show that you’re a wise man who knows what people are in need of. I had a 1974 Chevy Malibu and it gave me a chance to learn how to work on a car. I took that baby apart, and practically rebuilt it engine and interior. That was over 23 years ago. This video was well done and makes me want to look for the same kind of car. Thank you young man for an awesome video!

@juancortes7898 6 жыл бұрын

Nicely done & well said bro. Nice ride.

@raychang8648 6 жыл бұрын

It's very nice to see someone work on their own cars. Few people do that these days. I actually changed a carburetor at the roadside on a Fiat Strada on my way to a college class, and I wasn't late! This guy is in tune with cars. Great to see this video. Thanks for sharing this, Scotty!!!!

@RanGer-498 6 жыл бұрын

that was my first used car dealer purchase when I was young...I learned lots of mechanics on that car and made such good friends I still have to this day.

@G0K3001 6 жыл бұрын

Great Vid. the young man was up to the challenge, knew wehat he wanted in life. A degree in Engineering, I can see going hand in hand with thr car. I'm sure many times he had to rely on friends and public transportation waiting for parts. Cars a beauty it grew w/ him. Keep it forever. No U Boat Commander(Risky Business) here.

@dexm2010 6 жыл бұрын

That's a great looking car, and I really like the positive message put out across this video.

@Trump-jv8xf 5 жыл бұрын

I love knowing there are people out willing to keep old cars running and history alive. The video brighten my day. Awesome car and Great job!

@redneckzen 6 жыл бұрын

Nice car ... amazing owner! I often fret over the future of our society, but young people like Michael give me hope. Well done, young man!

@hmong337 6 жыл бұрын

Similar story here too. Except my professor was a 1991 Toyota MR2.

@gregorytimmons4777 6 жыл бұрын

hmong337 That will be climbing in value.

@dannysanchez7205 4 жыл бұрын

Had a 91 MR2 Turbo in white. Loved the car. I fixed as much as I could to make it as best of a daily as possible. Parts were a pain to get a hold of. Then one day, I went for a jog and someone crashed into it while it was parked. Totaled. I got 4K from the insurance, kept it, and sold it for another 2K on craigslist. Wrecked and all.

@777Brad 6 жыл бұрын

Much of what he said reminded me of my first car, a 1978 MGB. It broke down a lot at first & taught me how to work on cars. Having an enthusiast car that you have to pour blood, sweat & tears (and money) into has a way of endearing that car to you. It brings a certain pride of ownership then and fond memories many decades later. However, from a purely pragmatic sense, it doesn't necessarily mean that it's a great first car.

@petescarport 4 жыл бұрын

I just bought a 944 for my channel and I have to say it's by the most fun I have had for under $5k. Oh and mine broke down before I got home. Lol. And the owner fully restored with under 95k miles on it

@totalt6600 6 жыл бұрын

Been studying 944's for months, thinking of getting one. This convinced me. Thank you, and thank you Scotty.

@gravesvintage 6 жыл бұрын

Incredibly important message from this entry. Loved it. Thanks, Scotty!

@HAL-dm1eh 6 жыл бұрын

I always loved these cars and still do. If they're prepared for cost, repairs and maintenance, I think it's an absolutely fantastic first car for a teen.

@jhuntosgarage 6 жыл бұрын

Excellent story! Big ups for buying an older car and fixing it yourself. Go man go!

@malikrath9503 6 жыл бұрын

I was thinking about getting one of these but I managed to get ahold of a 300zx twin turbo

@datsoon9236 4 жыл бұрын

That's a nice car. I just bought a 1980 280zx, but a 300zx is on my future cars list

@mentallystablekanyewest1504 4 жыл бұрын

My first car was an 87 300zx turbo amazing cars

@TheTardis157 6 жыл бұрын

I have an 87 944. It is super easy to work on. I've rebuilt all brake calipers, repacked the front wheel bearings, fixed the sunroof, put in new injectors etc. In the last few weeks. All the jobs are easy compared to the same job on both of my 928s.

@Ivanskis 6 жыл бұрын

Holy smokes!!!! I recently started watching this channel to learn because I have a 1983 Porsche 944 NA. Thanks Scotty for this upload. And yes I am a total beginner and can't wait to learn!!!

@edawg7153 6 жыл бұрын

Ivanskis & The Beast hey i have the same year 944! You around Los Angeles?

@david84ss 6 жыл бұрын

Always wanted a 944. Parts and insurance companies have made it so I will probably never get one.

@gamatoutsikos 4 жыл бұрын

I think you can get classic car insurance which is dirt cheap

@toptierfish9335 3 жыл бұрын

I found one for $1500 that’s all beat up I’m thinking about getting and restoring

@monk0n 3 жыл бұрын

Avg monthly rate for 944 is only 93 a month which is actually cheap all things considered

@Sagameister 6 жыл бұрын

Nice collaboration video once again Scotty!

@stephenm3874 3 жыл бұрын

I've owned and loved seven 944s, my last was a 1990 S2. Amazing cars. On DE days I could take 911s in the corners, the straights a different matter. Aside from changing the timing belts and water pump absolutely bullet proof.

@wg5768 6 жыл бұрын

Drove a 1985 back in the eighties,still like the looks,how it drove and the hatchback practicality. Good job!

@macgeek808 6 жыл бұрын

The memories. I loved this car and miss it. Awesome video.

@rentrofmij 6 жыл бұрын

He lost me at a Porsche being more reliable than a Toyota.

@JDMHaze 6 жыл бұрын

Jim Fortner lmaoooo😂😂😂 scotty almost had a stroke i bet lol

@thomashowl6488 6 жыл бұрын

I won't say you're wrong, but I haven't seen any 80s Toyotas about recently.

@ricksays7133 6 жыл бұрын

He had a 4 Runner. 4wD, more moving parts and probably more maintenance-heavy than that 944. The other thing with a Porsche is parts availability. Porsche AG will supply parts for all their old cars unlike Toyota.

@bcubed72 6 жыл бұрын

Toyotas might be "reliable," but they ain't durable. At least, not in rust-prone areas. Grew up in Pittsburgh, and I can't remember the last "square" Camry or Corolla I've seen (and I tend to look, as an '85 Camry was my first car.) OTOH, square Caprices abound. I even see a K-Car or two knocking about! Run like cr4p, but the body's in one piece.

@waltschannel7465 6 жыл бұрын

Jim Fortner 4Runner, 4times the moving parts! I am a little shocked that he's had this 944 as a first car. Most say those are a PITA to work on. Not just Scotty!! Good for this young man!

@shngsam8777 6 жыл бұрын

is always a pleasure to work on older cars, everything is mechanical, sometimes can see how well the things put together, how they affect other parts its not the same with modern cars

@jerecassidy5514 5 жыл бұрын

im 42 and just bought a 1987 944 base and i feel the same way about learning from the experience. when i took possession, i broke the car before even starting it.

@Smilyface509 3 жыл бұрын

22 here and I’m very glad I bought a 924 after some saving, it’s been a huge learning experience and now I have a new passion in my life.

@Erich1 6 жыл бұрын

Good morning Scotty thanks for the video

@scottykilmer 6 жыл бұрын

morning!

@joshbacon8241 6 жыл бұрын

A Porsche? For a first car? *What has this world come to??*

@seth7683 6 жыл бұрын

Josh Bacon its not like he bought a brand new 911. I doubt he paid more than 3 or 4 grand for it

@zakr7429 6 жыл бұрын

Seth Maenpaa I literally just found one for 3500 lol, just don’t know if I should go for it, I don’t know how insurance will be

@DrainShwty 5 жыл бұрын

I had 2, great cars, i loved them!

@rexracer7192 5 жыл бұрын

@@zakr7429 not too bad if you use historic tags mine is 77 dollars every six months with historic plates

@prudentiusinvader6652 5 жыл бұрын

A 944 is affordable. It's not like your getting a 9'11

@Basskilz15 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Scotty been watching the channel for a while, love the content, very informative. I actually just sold my 85 944 last year and I could not agree that this would be a first "great" car. Although it was my second car I've owned, it was an amazing car. I got lucky that mine didn't break down on me, but for someone trying to get a first car, do not go foreign and especially this old. Somewhat harder to find parts for cheap and if they wear out the clutch, you need a $2,000 specialized part just to take the clutch out.

@Martin280967 6 жыл бұрын

I had exactly the same car 25 years ago. Great driving and handling.

@ihabsuhaib7002 6 жыл бұрын

One of my favourite cars of all time

@jfxcanadajeffchannel 6 жыл бұрын

I love your channel, thank you Scotty :D

@bobkinney2430 6 жыл бұрын

I had a friend that had a Porsche 944....it ....was just as awesome back then as this one. Drove well, handled well, and lasted a long time for her. Believe she had it for 10-15 years before she got another car. No major issues!! Just regular maintenance and maybe 1 alternator.

@GreenTekHaus 6 жыл бұрын

My Porsche '87 951 (944 Turbo) has been a great car! I bought it with 90,000 miles on it, and have since added 90,000+ to it! Parts for it are easier to get (and cheaper) than those for a 911! Plus, with a few exceptions, this series of Porsches lends itself to DIYers, too! I have changed oil and oil filter, replaced a radiator, a water temp sensor, fuses, a relay, light bulbs, front door speakers, exterior door handle, brakes, water reservoir, throttle and vacuum system parts, among other things. All were pretty straight forward to do. The only thing I leave to the pros are: timing belts and front shocks. Maybe rear shocks, too. I did have a rear oil seal leak fixed right after I got it, along with the motor mounts and then the steering rack replaced. So those jobs were a little more intense and more than my garage was suited to perform. However, I think it is one of the best cars to own. I've had mine since January of 1999, and again, it's been great!

@RevoltingSnakeman99 6 жыл бұрын

I always wanted one of these. She's a beauty and sounds amazing.

@hectorsoy 6 жыл бұрын

Nice 944. I had an 86 944 as my 2nd car. It was so much fun to drive!! Mine was midnight blue with beige interior! Sweet car! A fortune to insure when i was in my 20's!!!

@Robert-ff9wf 6 жыл бұрын

Brings back memories for me.I use to love bowling these things away in my brand new 1989 Mustang GT!

@davemalt2451 6 жыл бұрын

A nice, down to earth young bloke who appreciates a nice machine. How refreshing in this day and age. Nice car as well, purrs like a kitten. Thanks Scotty, Dave M. 😎🇦🇺

@colebevans8939 6 жыл бұрын

Hey scotty, I bought a new VW with a DSG (Dual Clutch Transmission). I would love to see a video talking about how they work and the pro's/con's of a dual clutch. Love your content man, keep up the good work!

@coco_lev8358 6 жыл бұрын

You re very lucky. I'm in the same situation as you, ingeneering student, completely mad about the 944. Nowadays, I work very hard beacause I get the same project as you.

@stevezielonko1386 6 жыл бұрын

Any car you love is a good car. Even if you have to replace everything. Wouldn't want to drive that year round here. You'd end up backwards upside down in a snowdrift. Glad you like it

@andrewsiegel7536 6 жыл бұрын

Just got my 944 dialed in and its a gorgeous ride, handles like a dream

@stevejames4015 2 жыл бұрын

Have had my 84 944 since 84 - absolutely fun car to have and enjoy. Great video!

@andres_rs7922 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video Scotty is really helpful I appreciate it a lot.

@kevkfz5226 6 жыл бұрын

What great clip, best of luck to you sir. Long may you enjoy.

@Nonplused 6 жыл бұрын

I had a 1979 924 for some years (Audi 4 cylinder engine but Porsche 5 speed transmission) and that car was amazingly simple to work on and fun to drive for an inline 4 of that era. They were definitely built to be repaired by the owner right at the track. The fuel injection system was a somewhat cumbersome beast, it was all mechanical, but it worked. Finding parts at that time was relatively easy you could mail order them. But the back window, don't break that, it's worth as much as the car! One thing that was super nice about the 924's and 944's is that they were zinc dipped before painting so rust was almost never a problem. The hatch was very spacious so if you need to haul light items there is plenty of room. However the back seats were practically useless.

@KastaRules 6 жыл бұрын

Wow, that's a real beauty! I found a yellow one of those last year not too far from my hometown in good condition for about 12K euros. I seriously considered getting it and make it a track day car. I didn't because I have no room left but I still think about it from time to time.

@Buc_Stops_Here 6 жыл бұрын

Reliable for a 36 year old car? I would hate to compare it to a Toyota but after 36 years old, even in Texas where rust is a foreign word, he has restored it to a very good condition. Congrats.

@Dethmeister 6 жыл бұрын

These really don't rust.

@Dosalt 3 жыл бұрын

My first Porsche was a 944 and I was a young engineering student. Exact same story, it broke down almost immediately after I bought. Sold it few years later because I couldn't afford the parts to fix it. So here I'm looking for the turbo version because I couldn't drive it enough

@tchrisou812 6 жыл бұрын

Love this guys passion, great car, great video.

@h.rod.4174 3 жыл бұрын

Very beautiful ride. Congrats and thanks a lot for sharing......!

@rondogwil 6 жыл бұрын

Nice job and nice car young man. Too many people look at a car as an appliance. You're not one of them. You're a definite motor head. Welcome to the club.

@nsoper19 6 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love 944s.

@MarkDParker 6 жыл бұрын

Great video, and I love the car!

@mhchmhch5311 6 жыл бұрын

This is how i learned to fix my car first car also,but mone was 1966 pontiac parrisen with a 283 motor.Was a boat ,but i loved it.l think it was a 1966 .That was when i was 19 in 1974 Great series Scotty.Thanks

@treverse_ Ай бұрын

I bought a 83 944 na back in 2020 because of this video. Found it on craigslist for $4500 and got it for $4000. I had never learned to drive stick before, but I had a friend that grew up on farms with me to drive my car back and on the drive he was explaining how to drive with the clutch for portions of the drive. The drive from Indianapolis to Peoria was easily the best in my life. My mind normally races just because of adhd, but for those 3-4 hours everything was silent. This was my dream car and I didn't even know it.

@jnucleo 6 жыл бұрын

Classic engineer motor head. I've worked on a couple of 928s I owned. Unless your rich, you've got to work on them yourself or go broke. Good on ya!

@MrJackanand 6 жыл бұрын

that's exactly how I learned back in the 70's & 80's. Junkyard trial & error. Great job, kid. The future looks bright!

@sanghia6530 6 жыл бұрын

Great story, great video!!

@somedude4774 3 ай бұрын

My second and most favorite car was a 1983 Porsche 944, red with black interior, 5 speed manual, I bought it with a broken timing belt and spent $700 in parts and machine work plus 20 hours of My own labor to get it running. I loved it, was a blast to drive and rock solid reliable, wish I still had it.

@scavuman 6 жыл бұрын

A Common Sense Young Man - Good Stuff !

@ProlificInvention 6 жыл бұрын

My first fun car as well, I actually owned 2. Both 1984's, still my favorite car of all time.

@kichigaisensei 6 жыл бұрын

I bought a Fox body Mustang (5.0L) when I was 19. It has only 10k miles on it. That was 26 years ago. I still have the car. I've done a ton of maintenance, upgrades, etc. It's been a constant in my life. Like Michael, I've had a ton of fun with the car.

@gloomy2931 6 жыл бұрын

I can relate with this guy I got my first car late teens barely knowing how to drive it since it’s manual let alone work on it. I didn’t even know how to check the oil level lol. Now i can fix whatever it throws at me, because of that I now have people that have me work on their cars.

@killjoy23 6 жыл бұрын

This is great. Very inspirational.

@elsa3dany1 6 жыл бұрын

That's a great video and story. Keep this thing clean; also if you tune the way it look and make it a show car it would look ten times better than most of the new show cars.. I mean look; these old styles from Porsche will never go out of style, look at all the 964 and 993s and also 944s; these things look pretty damn good and classic. I will tell you that; this is car is on my dream cars list. Porsche fan btw.

@absentbrainded 3 жыл бұрын

I love it. That’s the best way to learn: Out of necessity.

@NackDSP 4 жыл бұрын

I had an 83 944. I previously had a Triumph TR-7 that I worked on myself. The 944 required expensive parts and special tools and was ten times more difficult to work on, so I had to take it to the shop. Nice reliable car that only needed a new improved $1000 balance shaft kit every year.

@on2wheels378 6 жыл бұрын

Great upload.

@waynelewis9783 6 жыл бұрын

great video like old school cars what you can repair youself this is a great channel scotty

@brainiac8067 6 жыл бұрын

Nice 944! Thanks for sharing. I can almost smell the interior from 30 years ago!

@MrEyad1990 6 жыл бұрын

Beautiful really beautiful .

@richardcarr6493 3 жыл бұрын

BTW I LOVE THIS GUYS ATTITUDE ,it will take him far in life!!

@bilalahmed2123 6 жыл бұрын

My dad had a 1983 Porsche 944, and I loved it !

@goriverman 6 жыл бұрын

Great car love it. Looks like a really fun car

@MouseCIick 6 жыл бұрын

looks amazing.

@diggleboy 6 жыл бұрын

An older Porsche 944/944 Turbo is one of the best bang for the buck Porsches you can buy. You can buy one in Canada for about $5000.00, fully running and in great shape. They're easy to work on, easy to find parts for, and everything is accessible on the car as a DIY daily driver. The only other car I can think of that comes close to it competitively at the time was the 3rd generation Mazda RX7 where the advertisements showed them side-by-side with the Mazda being the lower cost and more reliable alternative with the rotary engine. Well, the Porsche 944/944 Turbo proved to be just as reliable for any sports car at that time.

@omfgwtfbbq90 6 жыл бұрын

I also had an '88 Porsche 944 S with the 16V engine as a first car (actually second, first was a 924) and it was great. I actually rebuilt the engine completely.