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BullNZ · Joined: 30 Sep 2015 Posts: 8 Location: New Zealand

Hi Guys,

Matt here from New Zealand. I am currently looking at a 924 to purchase, and was just wondering if you guys could give me some tips on what to look for, things to check etc when I inspect it? And whether it is a good model, or if I should look for a different spec'd 924 etc.

The one I am looking at is here - http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=955675905

I know its fairly high mileage, but it looks to have been well maintained. Plus Im a qualified Mechanic so labour involved jobs don't phase me too much, more concerned about common parts that might fail/need to check that could cost a fortune.

Thanks in Advance

emi · Joined: 30 Sep 2015 Posts: 1 Location: Norway

Well, I would not know what to look for since I am considering buying myself, But I'd say go for it and sort out whatever comes next. Being a mechanic I am sure you can handle it!

She's looks good, that's for sure!
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morghen · Joined: 21 Jan 2005 Posts: 9102 Location: Romania

that does not look like a 924 turbo to me...4 lug..thats probably 924...and it has a 944 body....and in the ad it says its a 2.5L...its a strange car.

Missmatched wheels and brakes(4 lug rears and 5 lug fronts) filler made front bumper...its a mess...dont buy this car !
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BullNZ · Joined: 30 Sep 2015 Posts: 8 Location: New Zealand

The car is registered as a 2Litre, the engine in it is a 2L, Im assuming it was a typo.

I had a feeling that year/model should of had the 5 stud gear on it.

Lefty · Joined: 14 Oct 2013 Posts: 61 Location: Sydney, Australia

Mate,

Check out the old website, there is a section on what to look for.

http://www.924.org/techsection/GarageFAQ.htm#buyer

Good luck,

Lefty
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fiat22turbo · Joined: 18 Jan 2006 Posts: 4040 Location: Portland, OR

No engine pictures? I'd either ask for more pictures to verify that it is infact a 931 based car (which had 4-lug brakes in the US in the early models, I thought ROW got 5-lug by default?)

I wonder if it was built/modified in the UK or another, similar RHD market before being imported?

Definately a "unique" car that I'd approach carefully.
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Lefty · Joined: 14 Oct 2013 Posts: 61 Location: Sydney, Australia

And don't be discouraged if you have to look at a few before you land on the preferred car, anyone on this forum will tell you buy the best car you can afford. Ba use once you have it you are going to want to drive it everywhere.

I have had mine for 7 years. I love driving the 924, wherever I can. So take your time and buy well.

Also there is some debate 924s are increasing in value, I think it's more the turbo than the na, but who knows.

Good luck an keep us updated on your the search for your next ride.

Cheers

Lefty
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michaelodonnell123 · Joined: 20 Mar 2015 Posts: 235 Location: New Jersey

Check for leaks leaks leaks...cam cover leaks, power steering hose leaks...oil leaks...these are old cars and the seals get old and the hoses get hard...if there are leaks just be prepared to have some money to buy replacement parts.
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BullNZ · Joined: 30 Sep 2015 Posts: 8 Location: New Zealand

I am having a look at the car this weekend.

From what I've read the earlier turbo engines had trouble? Is there a way to tell the two apart if this is in fact had a different engine or similar transplanted into it.

It was imported into the country in '84, so I guess anything could of happened in the two years before it came in.

BullNZ · Joined: 30 Sep 2015 Posts: 8 Location: New Zealand

I also have a chassis/vin number, anyway to tell from that its history/model what it should have?

CorsePerVita · Joined: 25 Jul 2008 Posts: 1992 Location: Redmond, Oregon

fiat22turbo · Joined: 18 Jan 2006 Posts: 4040 Location: Portland, OR

Exhaust manifolds like to crack, later S2 cars had slightly stronger castings, but still can crack (this car should be an S2 I believe if it truly is a turbo)

931 top rings are thinner and are prone to crack if abused.
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1979 924 Carrera GTS (clone-ish)
1988 944 Turbo S (Silver Rose)

Khal · Posted: Fri Oct 02, 2015 5:31 am Post subject:

*In my best hand-waving, Star Wars Alec Guinness voice...*

"This is not the car you're looking for."
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JasonO · Joined: 29 Mar 2012 Posts: 124 Location: New Zealand

That cars been floating around for a while......A few months ago it was in Stratford, South Taranaki, I guess this person brought it and.....is now looking to move it on (so soon?), There are way nicer ( and less wacky) 924's about in the south Island, Are you in Christchurch?

BullNZ · Joined: 30 Sep 2015 Posts: 8 Location: New Zealand

Yep, sure am in CHCH