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Porsche 944: The Complete Story by Brian Long

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Porsche 944

by Brian Long

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The Porsche 944 is one of the most iconic sports cars of the 1980s. It was a critical and commercial success, and it helped to establish Porsche as a leading manufacturer of high-performance sports cars. This book tells the complete story of the Porsche 944, from its inception to its eventual demise.

The Porsche 944 was born out of a need for Porsche to replace the aging 924. The 924 was a joint venture between Porsche and Volkswagen, and it was not as successful as Porsche had hoped. The 944 was designed to be a more纯粹的sports car than the 924, and it featured a number of improvements over its predecessor.

The Porsche 944 was first introduced in 1982. It was available in both coupe and convertible body styles. The coupe was the more popular model, and it accounted for the majority of 944 sales. The convertible was introduced in 1983, and it was a popular choice for those who wanted a more open-air driving experience.

The Porsche 944 was powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. The engine was mounted in the front of the car, and it drove the rear wheels. The 944 was available with a variety of different transmissions, including a five-speed manual transmission, a three-speed automatic transmission, and a four-speed automatic transmission.

The Porsche 944 was a successful car. It was praised for its handling, performance, and styling. The 944 was also a popular choice for racing, and it won numerous races around the world.

The Porsche 944 was eventually replaced by the 968 in 1991. The 968 was a more powerful and more expensive car than the 944. The 968 was not as successful as the 944, and it was discontinued in 1995.

The Porsche 944 is still considered to be one of the best sports cars of the 1980s. It is a stylish, powerful, and fun-to-drive car. The 944 is a classic car that is sure to appreciate in value over time.