Porsche 944 – Future Value Predictions & Market Overview

This video provides a historic market review of the Porsche 944 as well as future value predictions based upon current trending.

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[omegaman]

I hope they increase to a point where people preserve them and don’t treat them as cheap disposable cars

[tcanato]

I'm from Brazil. I've had a 944 1984 for the last 24 years. We have about 12 units of this model here in Brazil. Your videos have helped me a lot to know more about the car. I'm glad to hear that the owners of this car around the world have done a good job of restoring. Thank you very much!

[jergervasi]

I hope values and popularity increase at least to the point where it’s viable for someone to reproduce parts like door panels, dash pads, etc! Great video, as always.

[donlemme]

I recently bought an ‘89 running 944 with rough body and salvage title and an ‘85 complete car non-runner with very clean body. I was a young man when the 944 came to market and was always interested in them. Now, retired I can devote some time and resources to these cool cars. Interestingly, both the previous owners were young guys in their 20’s who purchased them with big “plans”. I have $4k into BOTH cars. These cars are now my retirement gig. I’m a fairly capable DIY’er with time and resources to devote to these interesting cars. This channel is one of my first “go-to” choices for good clear content. Much appreciated.

[Psche]

My first car was a blue 1978 924. I bought it when I was 15. I worked at Del Taco (only place that would hire me with a work permit) I saved and bought parts to put it together. I sold it, and then watched 16 Candles for the first time. When I saw that red 944, I always wanted it.

Some guy posted my current 944 on Offer Up for $4000. I went over and looked at it. Told him I would come back in the AM to get the money. He said, “if you can get me money tonight I will take $1500.”

I broke the law speeding, getting to my bank as fast as possible to get the money. Best purchase ever. I honestly don’t think I would sell it ever, even if it hit those prices possibly predicted. It is truly my dream car and it makes me happy just having it my garage. You probably feel the same way. I don’t look at this car as an investment. I look at it as a project and something to have fun with.

[DugEphresh]

Thanks to @NC944er I am a couple of episodes away from getting a part time job at the RPM Porsche shop. Seriously, I can't thank you enough. Keep up the great work!

[dorifthor]

I really think you hit the nail on the head with the vast number of 944’s that were left to rot and fall to pieces. The return on investment has never been there until just recently to pour money into a 944. This increase in quality vehicles is what will lift the entire 944 market.

[richardherman]

I have had my 944 turbo for over 20 years now. I still feel it is one of the most underrated cars of its time. Fantastic handling, great power, refinement, looks, and quality all make it a fantastic car. I have driven many many cars as potential replacements over the years but have not found any that are as good especially for the money!!! I crossed shipped air cooled cars when I purchased mine and they were the same price back then, I still feel the 944 offers a better experience.

[bradcomis]

This trend is prevalent across all enthusiast models over the last 3 years. The reason is because of asset inflation due to the low interest rate environment we were in and the surge in interest of hobbies one could pursue at home. All car values will be dropping as the economy falls back to reality. Short supply will keep RELATIVE values high in the long term, but I would predict we see a meaningful correction in the collector/hobby car world over the next four years. I’d say the 944 fits into the maybe a “third tier” of collector cars alongside the E36, RX7 FC, and others, which will see a drop and a flattening in price over the next few years. This drop will probably be a similar percentage to what we see in the higher tier cars (911, Supra, Skyline, etc) but the absolute value of your that drop won’t feel as painful since the basic price of the lower tier cars is smaller. Also, I do think that all collector car values will stay up above 2015 levels long term as the proliferation of auction sites has created a new market dynamic that did exist before and allows for greater demand to be exerted on the supply (exposure to a much larger audience) than the old localized Craigslist market system that existed before

[dion]

25 yrs later, I still miss my 1987 944S. I’ve had many Porsches since, but that car held a special place in my heart.

[Martinturbo]

Ok, I'm a car enthusiast but never saw a 944 in my life. Everyone talks about the 911. I think the 944 lacks awareness. Someone at work said "Mart, why don't you look at a used Porsche?" after i coudn't find a clearn 300ZX Twin Turbo. I stumbled upon the 944 and researched it. Fell in love. Going to buy my first 944 this weekend. No rust, it was a NA to 944 Turbo full swap by a Porsche mechanic. Receipts and service records, CDs with repair guides included, original manual, etc. Really really excited. I am happy to be part of the community. Goal is a fun weekend car/ track car and learning how to restore it on my own. Great channel! Looking forward to watching the other videos. Conclusion: for price to increase, I think people need to understand how amazing the 944 is and how I believe that Porsche purposefully sabotaged the 944 to pave way for the more profitable 911.

[jworthington]

I think you are pretty spot-on with your comments and speculation. I have had my ‘86 951 since 1999. Enjoyed it as a daily driver for some years and then after 2 A/C compressor replacements and a third failure, left it stored for the past 8 years. Finally decided to sell it this past summer just to get some space for a new toy. But, realized after a quick review of Hagerty and BOT sale data that it would be worth “recommissioning”. So glad I did. I forgot what an absolute joy these are to drive and fairly easy to wrench on too. I am fortunate to have the best of its contemporaries for real live comparison ( ‘85 Ferrari 308, ‘86 Porsche 930 and ‘88 Lotus Esprit ) and the 951 in many ways is my favorite.

[lilwank]

don’t have one yet but luckily pretty much all of the ones in my area have stayed below 10k for good examples. hoping to get one soon

[auto]

Loved my 944 when I owned it. The best thing about it was the feedback from the steering wheel. Awesome car. Bought at high mileage 100k+ as a bargain. No engine problem ever but the alternator locked up first week of ownership, replaced myself with a new unit and at the time the price was no worse than the price for a new Honda alternator.

[cynthiamcminn]

That was an interesting perspective! I have had my 1984 944 for 9 years now. It's typically an every day driver when there is not something QUIRKY going on! Thank yu for the video !

[lynnkaufer]

Glad I held onto my 84 844, all original except for the radio and 'wear' items. Fun car - hope more people buy and get them back on the road, always fun to see another one on the road. Great video!

[cdeNne]

Just picked up a 968 for $4, 000. Extremely lucky and grateful!

[loricproject]

I just inherited an 83 944. Its so interesting going down this rabbit hole.

[robertboone]

Both the 944 and 928 will be collected and increase in value especially as you mentioned well kept and well maintained examples.

[jayc]

That was an excellent account of the 944. Thank you and best wishes.