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Here is a look at what I am working on 85.5 944

Hey guys,

Thanks for helping me out with all of my questions. I thought I would share a little background on what I am working on. I bought this 944 for $300.00 last year and I now have the time to work on it. When I bought it, the engine was mostly taken apart. I put the engine back together and tried to start it. It turned over and when it built oil pressure I found out that I had a rear main leak. Now I am in the process of replacing the rear main seal and clutch. This is my first 944, and I love it. I just can't wait until I can test drive it. Here are some pics of my project.








Old 05-20-2009, 06:25 PM
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Looks like a hell of a deal. I bought one a year ago in driving condition for $3800. Got another $1000.00 in it ytd. Belts, thermostat, visor clips, hood and hatch struts, etc. Daily driver now. Good luck and stay in touch.
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Car looks clean! One heck of a deal at $300!! The wheels alone are worth more than that! Sounds like the project is coming along well and you should probably be on the road very soon!

I see from your plate that you are in CA? Whereabouts are you located at? If near the Bay Area.........there's a PCA Wash and Shine Concours coming up this Memorial Day weekend on Sunday in Danville. With the good weather forecast this weekend, the car turnout should be decent!
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Dude that has such a clean body for 300$, and the fuchs are worth triple that...such a steal.

Good luck with it!
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The body on your car looks fantastic! I am in a very similar situation. I bought my car 2 months ago, but haven't had any $$ to put in it until my old motorcycle sold last night. I have almost zero car wrenching skills and will be asking many questions on here and I like your idea of posting some pics of your project and giving a little background info. I think I will take a few pics this weekend and put something up as well.

Good luck with your car!
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I thought Fuchs would not fit late models.
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87+ has late offset
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Wow thats a deal. Not to mention the paint and body look pretty darn good.
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$300 is a steal.
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Looks nice! I like the gold Fuchs with the silver. Keep us posted!
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Thanks for all of the comments

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