1986 Porsche 944

2.5L INLINE-4, 5SPD MANUAL TRANS, A/C, PWR STEER/BRAKES, GR8 COLORS, RUNS WELL!!

It's hard not to fall in love/lust with a red Porsche. Especially when this 1986 Porsche 944 coupe has all the best luxury features, lots invested in recent maintenance, and it's offered for an unbeatable price.

The 944 continues in Porsche's tradition of building serious driver's cars. So it's great to stand out from the crowd in bold Guards Red. And if you're a Porsche person, we don't have to tell you how legendary the color is. It shows all the right signs of being the original application. And the shine it gives off today lets you know that this actual mileage car has been quite well respected over the years. This coupe's highly original look goes well beyond the red. The black bumpers, trim, and rear panel are crisp and dark against the paint. The pinstripe that encircles the car shows off the top build quality and straight panels. Plus, those 15-inch "phone dial" alloys are practically legends on their own.

Inside there's more black trim, and now it's joined by a tasteful tan. The seats look like they were borrowed from the 911, and they have thoughtful bolster guards that coordinate with the black while protecting the leather. The masters at Porsche make for an ideal driving environment where the steering wheel is grippy, the gauges are crisp, and the stick shift is in the perfect position to rest your hand. But more than just a supreme driving machine, it's loaded with all the right features. This includes power windows, cruise control, power locks, and an upgraded AM/FM/CD stereo. Of course, this 944 comes with its signature feature, the large removable sunroof that truly opens the coupe up to the world. Plus, with R134a air conditioning, you do this and stay cool all summer long.

The tidy presentation of the engine bay continues the feeling that this has been a well-respected coupe. The original 2.5-liter inline-four motor was given a recent major tune-up. It also included details like a new distributor, plug wires, and a master cylinder. So it makes for a motor that runs as strong as it is clean. Porsche understands balanced performance. The engine is tilted for a lower center of gravity, and the rear-mounted five-speed means that the car has an almost ideal 50/50 weight distribution. Also, the manual transmission means you get to be in control of this lightweight sports machine. Add in features like four-wheel disc brakes, power steering, and a Porsche-engineered fully independent sport suspension, and you realize this is a blast to drive anytime you can find an open road.

The sale comes complete with the original warranty card, owner's manual, and maintenance records. This is a highly original and correctly invested Porsche. So at a price like this, you have a terrific driver that also fits into your budget.

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