"Wanted: Porsche 944 S2, 1989/90"

[william.potter]

Wanted: Porsche 944 S2, 1989/90 (preferably rubber spoiler rather than the later bridge spoiler), manual, coupe.

I've spent a good while researching the S2 properly before jumping in — model years, colours, known rust spots (sills, front and rear lower wings), the cambelt/balance belt/water pump service history that matters most, and realistic market pricing.
I'm not browsing on a whim; I know what I'm looking for and what a well-documented car should look like.

In terms of spec, I'd love one of the rarer factory colours, with Guards Red, any blue, white, or black all very welcome too. What matters most is condition and history: in an ideal scenario I'd love to see a documented service record, ideally including some Porsche dealer stamps, cambelt and water pump done and proven with invoices, and minimal rust history — a car that's been cared for rather than just cheap to buy.

Budget realistically sits in the £13,000–£17,000 range for the right car, more for something exceptional with full history and a rare colour.

One honest caveat: I'm not in a position to complete a purchase until my late mother's estate is finalised, which I expect will be sometime next year. I'm not asking anyone to hold a car for me or wait around — if you need a quick sale, please don't let this put you off looking elsewhere. But if you own a genuinely good S2 and aren't in any rush to sell, I'd love to stay in touch in the meantime, see photos, and potentially be first in line when the time comes.

Happy to chat about the car either way, even if just to swap notes — I've found the research side of this genuinely enjoyable.

Please message me here for now rather than by phone.

Thanks,
William

 

[graham.webb]

Hi William

That's interesting, the timing might be ideal. I'm thinking of changing to a 968 Tip (I have foot issues). Changing my daily driver to auto is much better. But haven't seen the right car yet, so I'm resigned to wait until next year. It needs to be a coupe as the car lives under a cover. Most Tips seem to be Cabrios...

My car is a 1990 bridge spoiler I'm afraid, but I've had it since 2006. Now on 123k miles.
Manufactured early 1990 and first reg Jan 1992 (I think they were making for stock prior to moving production to Stuttgart for the 968.)
Serviced annually by Northway, who have also done any repairs/maintenance, and serviced by them for the previous owner. They know about transaxle cars.
Alpine white, cobalt blue interior with front seats re trimmed full leather last year. Worth every penny, I tell myself...

Currently only doing c.2k miles a year, I used to do the odd trackday but now only hill climb at Prescott for the the Winchcombe Rotary event (2 runs) and the Hill Climb School. See the picture on my avatar!

Keep in touch. PM perhaps?

Graham Webb