Interesting Facts About the Porsche 944
The Porsche 944 debuted in the spring of 1982 and quickly earned a large fan base as a true sports car. Produced for a decade until 1991, it bridged the gap between the 924 and the later 968.
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Launch and Immediate Popularity
When the 944 arrived in 1982, it was praised for delivering a genuine sports‑car driving experience, which helped it gain a sizable following right away. Its introduction marked the start of a ten‑year production run that lasted until 1991.
Design Legacy and Production Numbers
Designed by Harm Lagaay, the 944 was offered as a two‑door coupé and convertible. Over its lifespan Porsche built 173,238 units, making it one of the brand’s most produced models of that era.
Transition to the Porsche 968
Porsche ended 944 production in 1991, paving the way for the evolutionary successor, the Porsche 968. The 944’s final models still featured the base 2.5‑liter inline‑four engine that had been standard since its early years.
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