[968 GUY]

I think it would be really hard to know the water pump was original unless the belt covers are off ... are they?

you say that it is "as if I'm doing nothing" when pushing the gas pedal is a little confusing.
You obviously drove it home, so the pedal is actually operating the throttle body. Ernie is right, you should not need to push the pedal to get the car to actually start since it is a fuel injected car....unless! there is something wrong with the throttle position sensor(TPS). Bet that is on your list from the student!

Yes these cars do take a bit of care and money to keep running well. If you bought this car to get back and forth to work and not to be your "baby", then a 944 may not be for you, or your hubby. If your student appears to be sincere about wanting the car, and you are in the "just need a car to drive" catagory, then it may be a good deal for you.

If you do want to keep the car and fixer up, then this is a good start. Many of us know the tricks to keep these cars going and are continuously learning more, know where the best price deals on parts are, and where the good used parts can be gotten from trusted "dismantlers" and who to watch out for.

good luck to ya.