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Porsche 924 - The car that saved Porsche !
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- Опубликовано: 6 авг 2024
- Misunderstood, often criticised and victim of many a 'that's not a REAL Porsche. The 924 has a fascinating back story and was the car to rescue Porsche during the challenging late 70s and 80s.
Originally a joint venture between Porsche and VW that fell victim to the oil crisis, the 924 was Porsche's first transaxle car and laid the foundations for the legendary 944. In this video I join my friend Duncan in his stunning example to learn more about this misunderstood classic.
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The 924 saved Porsche. For us enthusiasts, it provided an excellent driving experience, it's balance, handling, aerodynamics, spirited acceleration, mpg etc. It wore tires evenly, was cheap to maintain. Without the 924, Porsche would have been sold. I have owned four and I will own another. Good video!
One of my mates was dropped off at school by his dad in a 924 Turbo back in the day. I was jealous as hell as my dad had a Renault 14 at the time!
Lovely car and a very knowledgeable owner, great video 👍
Love this 👍
The cylinder head is all Porsche and the block has an incredible history. Started off as a Mercedes then Horch, Wanderer, Auto Union, AMC,Audi, VW.
It's been EVERYWHERE.
The bottom end is almost indestructible
Ahh cylinder head ..audi..had a early one 76..had been imported by a chp in San Diego instead of the ribbed valve cover it had a cover with Audi on it and the Audi circles.
Evening all! Would definitely like to see more classics on the channel!
Absolutely agree Francois!
With you both on that request👍
Will do my best 👍
Petrol Ped Brilliant! 👍🏻
i dont mean to be so offtopic but does anyone know of a method to get back into an instagram account??
I somehow lost the password. I love any tips you can give me!
One of my Dad’s friends had one of these and took me out for a spin. It felt so quick at the time! Definitely would like to see more classics on the channel 👍
I’ll do my best 👍
Lovely example of an under rated car. Loving these modern classic videos. Always wanted a classic but my mechanical skills really aren't up to the "to do list".
Hi Ped
What a super example of Porsche history, credit to previous and current owner. I think you have already created a demand for more Classics. Well done my friend.🤗🤗🤗
Thanks Philip. People seem to like them 👍
The service manager of the VW dealership that sold me my first Golf, a Formel E, had one of these and it was a lovely car. Really enjoying these retro videos, Peter.
Cheers Brian 👍
Hello Ped man,while im still at school {left in 84} my late father drove a nine twenty four,black with the sooooo cool black and white pasha {i think thats right?} trim.This as far as the insurance people where concerned ok to live outside on the drive,however next up was his 911 which had tobe away of a night.My bedroom was over the garage,believe me i can still hear the garage door open,the unique click of the door being popped open followed by the wine of a flat six fan.My Mum still lives in our family home all alone as my sister and i long gone,i go in the garage from time to time,theres evidence on the inner brickwork of where i hung Fizi bits to spray ! I owned a 968 sport in red back in the day for a while which the last take on transaxel before the Boxster came out.My fav has all ways been the Cerrera GT ,mr Bell still has his which was gifted to him for his efforts on the track,thank you.
Great stories. Thanks 👍
Such a beautiful example! I have a 1983 944 and it's in that same light metallic blue(LM5Z) paint.
I had a 81 924 turbo for 7 years in the mid 80’s early 90’s! Mauritius Blue with the same interior . It’s was stolen and crashed in 94😭😭still miss it!
Oh no 🤦♂️ 😢
This!! The best video on the base 924 on the internet! I was looking for it for years... both the car and a good video on it!
Thanks Peter 👍
Thoroughly enjoyable and nostalgic. A big thumbs up for more classic content from me Pete. All the best.
Thanks Darren 👍
This car has some awesome history , Really ace to watch you drive it Pete , amazing !
Fantastic video. My Dad had a couple of these back to back when I was 6-12 years’ old. I thought it was so cool - even when I was too big for the back seats and had to lie in the boot!!!
LOL...love this 👍
i have owned a cheap 2nd hand 924 with the audi 2.0 liter engine. It was in 1992 or1993 and owning a Porsche (any Porsche) was giving the owner a god-like status.
Loved the way it shifted, the riding position with straight legs and how good it was in terms of reliability. it was the first car i owned that felt great driving and it took 30 years to have the same feeling again in another Porsche. Seems that Porsche cars have a feel of their own and i have owned lots of cars and never felt happy while driving them.... BTW great review, thank you!
What a beautiful example! Love the modern classics. I owned a 1980 924 Turbo, would love to have that one back. Thanks for sharing!
Our pleasure 👍
A director of a firm I worked for in the mid 80s had a red one. Such a nice car as this one is. Love the video. Top quality as usual.
Cheers Eric 👍
Nice to see a great example of one of these. My mum had one, every morning we were four-up in the 924 going to school, even managed to squeeze two mountain bikes in the back with the seats folded down.... We sold it 15 years ago, 195k miles on it for less than £500, still going strong and looking great. They still have a 944 S2 which I'm sure you could drive for the channel, the only "downside" is that it is in the south of France.....
Bummer...a trip to the South of France 😜😂 Great story though mate 👍
Another car that I wanted in the 1980's however I met a lovely women in 1980 fell in love, married in 1982 a bought a house and my dream of buying the 924 went. I had a Mk2 Ford Escort 1.3GL which I loved, I then bought, a Ford Capri 1.6 in red with a black by vinyl roof. I look back and think why didn't I keep them, My dream car was the 928 until I looked at the price. Great video and so far you have driven 2 cars I always wanted. My first car should have been the Alfasud but as a newly qualified driver in the late 1970's I could only drive a group 3 insurance and the Alfa was Group 4, hence the Ford Escort. I always did want the Ford Sierra Saphire Cosworth. Keep making these videos 👍
Love this 👌
Always had a soft spot for these, I think it’s the pop up lights !. This looks like a tidy example. Enjoying these reviews of retro cars 👍
Any car with pop up lights 👌
I remember the 924's, 944's and definitely the 928's as that's the one I drove 30+ years ago. Can't recall the 914's though. But they do look nice. Sort of Lotus Elan esque.
A great video. Good to see a classic on the roads.
Now for Pete to get his hands on a SL300 with those gullwing doors :-))...
Oh yeah...that would be cool 👍
Would you be interested in reviewing an almost showroom condition Saab 9000 Aero 2.3T ?. I have one that has been through a restoration and is in amazing condition. Inside is like brand new. Full suspension renewal. All shocks, springs, 23 bushes, balljoints, you name it. Drives super tight. Best bit, 70 to 100 in 3.5 seconds. Its brutal.
YES...email me ped.greaves@gmail.com 👍
@@PetrolPed Emailed full info.. :-)
Excellent video Peter. What an absolutely stunning car and a testament to its owner. Really enjoyed the style of the video and loved all the history etc. Would definitely love to see more of this type of video. 😉👌🏻
I’ll be doing my best to get hold of interesting cars 👍
Very cool car!! Very cool guy who owns it! I always appreciate when someone restores a old car! I’d have to say a 911 turbo from any era would be awesome!
More classics would be very cool!
Will do my best 👍
Perfect video! Excellent car and nice to hear the owner perspective. Always loved the 924’s and would love a mint 924GT.
Thanks 👍
Don't see many of these anymore, but it's always nice to see such a fine example. Very nice indeed 😍👍👌
Cheers Shane 👍
Great review of my all time favorite car(had 2 back in the early 90s) 924-83 and the last one a -88 924S.
Cool man 👍
Yes it is nice seeing these old cars every now and again Pete
Thanks John 👍
Good afternoon bud. Stunning car. I had a Black Corgi one with the decals being Gold. A fine testament to the restoration.
Hi Pete. Love the channel. Definitely more modern classics. Cheers Dale, Adelaide.
Will do Dale 👍
I loved this episode...why you say?? well in 1984 I was a Senior in High School and wanted to take my GF to the Prom. In the days leading up to Prom I had to listen to my friend who bragged about taking his uncles Corvette. At the time I didn't own a car and had to borrow my fathers Z24 which I thought was pretty cool but I agree it was no Corvette. When I went over to my fathers house to introduce my date he threw the keys of the 1977 1/2 Porsche 924 to me and said to switch cars!!! Porsche in those days to us kids was the best of the best. We all had posters of Porsche's on our walls in our bedrooms. I knew my father had one but would never ask or even dream that he would let me take it. I drove up to the Prom in the Porsche and my buddies almost we their pants. I love that car!!! Thank you for letting me relive that special time.
Nice car. Very underrated indeed. Not everyone needs a headturner or a supercar. Just pure enjoyment. Thanks for sharing this! Cheers.
My pleasure Guy 👍
I loved seeing the very nice near perfect example of a 924👍❤😎. I was born in 81, the car & I are the same age?😥. Some might consider it sacrilege, but on the Roads Untraveled channel there was recently a nice 944 turbo with an LS swap.
Well done for a kind review of the 924...I guessed you would like it even if a gentle drive and I hope you get more of the same coming up! It could be a new slot “Petrol Past” !! Porsche Bristol had one of these for sale for some time but that was a while ago...from memory it was around £24,000 but fully rebuilt with Warranty. So safe driving and see you on Monday! Richard 😀😀😀😀😀😀
Wow 😮
Great car. My brother in law had a 944 a while ago! I had it in my Corsas rear view mirror all the from Cheshire to Cornwall once. I was very jealous!
Cool 😎
What a lovely car and a level headed young owner of that stunning 924. More classics please. Maybe just keep to 80’s cars.
Cheers Darren 👍
I had a 78 924 that was bright yellow. Picked it out in a parking lot taking off from the airport. It had brown leather interior. My cigarette lighter was broken and wanted it for my radar detector. Went to Porsche dealership and would be $65. The guy in parts told me to go to auto parts store and buy a VW one. I did for $12. Kind of miss that car. Loved the pop up headlights. Fun car to drive.
Good evening PP, not the best looking Porsche ever made but didn't realize it was a collaboration between Porsche and VW. It was good to hear about the story/history behind the car and not just the usual performance figures. Classics are always good to see, if you can get access to any others would be good viewing. Excellent review PP and was good to hear from the owner about issues he has had with it, and that its not all sunshine and roses 👍😊😊
Morning Peter that lapel Mic made the first opening sequence completely audible, had you not got one we wouldn't have heard anything. Liked the history lesson on the 924 you filled in the gaps that I didn't know about.
It was SO windy 😂
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 I was actually looking at one this is a great way to see what I’d be getting myself into
Great video Pete, nice to see an attainable classic with an obviously very enthusiastic owner. I remember when 924’s were considered not ‘real Porsches’ and were very cheap to buy, good to see they are now being properly appreciated.
By the way, the owner also has great taste in drink, Sharps Atlantic one of my favourites!
I was waiting for someone to spot that. Mega beer 👍
I've had 2 ten years ago, loved them both, book speed 125 and it did. It was closing the door that clinched it , the clunk , a solid sound , other cars just went click. only the 248 maybe slightly more stylish but give me another 924 please. Pure beauty. Huge legroom. heavy steering, you feel the road. I want another.
I recently inherited my father-in-laws 1983 944 5-speed. It is mint. Underpowered by todays standards, but it is a thrill to drive, and I get many comments. The biggest issue was finding a Porsche repair shop that even wanted to touch it, as they only deal with 911 and new Porsches.
How the hell did I miss this!!!!!???
Top work, I've owned almost every variant, including a GTS and the same GT 3 times.
Currently have a nicely modified '82 924 in the fleet. I'll NEVER sell it
Awesome 👍
Hi Pete
Great video of such a lovely car 🚙
It would be nice to see more classic cars on you channel 👍👍👍👍
OK 👍
Hi that was a great video on this very nice 924. You say you don’t see them very much well watch or take part in any of the HERO events where you’re almost certain to see one. They are popular because they are good to drive have space to carry the equipment needed for historic rallies handle well with reasonable performance. At present they’re also inexpensive but the prices are beginning to go up but they’re certainly a great way to get a car with a good name to enter the classic car world. Well done and thank you to the owner.
Our pleasure Chris 👍
Galvanised bodywork. Built to last. That was somewhat revolutionary in an era when mainstream cars (pile-em high, sell-em cheap) were plagued with rust. It is refreshing to see such a nice example, complimenting the delicacy of style and elegance so missing from current-day in-yer-face brutal and aggressive grills and everything else, big wheels, fussy detailing, bells and whistles - design that apparently people want these days.
The 944 (rather than 924) was dubbed “The thinking man’s Porsche” if I remember this correctly. Whether that was general, or just a tag applied by a motoring magazine at the time (either The Motor, or Autocar) I cannot remember.
I remember hearing that somewhere too 👍
Lovely clean lines of the 924. A porsche that you actually have a chance of servicing and repairing without be ripped off at the dealership. Nice vid. More modern classic features please.
Will do 👍
Every Porsche is an important car. 924 was a great model for the price point. The colours on this example are timeless. Great video Sir.
Cheers Martin 👍
One of my friends is rebuilding a 924s at the moment. It is a lovely car and yes there are not a lot left on the roads. His is white. Well done. More Classic cars please.👍👊🏻
Will do Andrew 👍
Great example of the 924. My son owner a 944S2 which I got a shot of and very much enjoyed. I once owner a 1972 Saab 99. Would love to see you text a Saab 99 turbo. They are exceptional I believe. Regards Phil.
I remember those 👌
Lovely looking car! Still a favourite of mine!
My mates dad had a 924 Turbo back in the late 80's, and it scared me silly at the time.
He took us out in it a couple of times, and I had never been pinned to the seat like that before.
Cool 😎
Respect to all 3 of you. Another great video. Yes more the same are good. Must be a challenge to decide what to edit out as classic cars and the owners stories can be entertaining for sure.
Cheers Ray 👍
Covering classics is always great to watch. Who doesn't like nostalgia ...
Enjoyed watching the Video as I’m Interested In Classic Cars. I particularly like the cloth seats
Thanks Jamie 👍
Great classic drive! Thanks Pete 👍🏻
Cheers Chris 👍
Really nice ride congrats !! ❤️ the old Porsche’s !! I think the modern classics vids are very interesting Pete. I think the more the merrier 👍🏻🇨🇦
Cheers 👍
Well done 👍 P. P. Wonderful car From a nice & wonderful morning in Melbourne Australia 🇦🇺 .The 1st day of Spring.
LOL...we are coming the the end of summer 😂
Hi Pete, great vid mate, sorry I'm a day late feeling crap 👍🏁
Sorry to hear that bud 😢
Great vid Mr P and a car I've always admired would love one on my drive to take down b roads, perfect :-)
Cheers Matt 👍
With the ambient sound and the face masks, I felt like I was wearing 3 hats struggling to hear the dialogue...
Great car but I had to disconnect...
Sorry grant. Had a mic issue. Don’t think the masks caused an issue though 🤔
That's a beautiful car. One I would of dreamed of in my high school days. Love the Audi and this one love all the 80's tech that was so cool back then. The only other porch I would love to see here is the little 2 seater(looks similar to a MG). Not sure if the number. Lovely car
That will be the 914 👍
Definitely more modern classics Pete, this is bang on my era.
Cheers Kevin 👍
Petrol Ped , bizarrely - and as was suggested in the video, I can’t remember the last time I saw one, a 944 pulled into the village hall car park just after I’d watched this 🤷🏼♂️
Nearly bought a 924 in 1994, beautiful car in Guards red with an aftermarket turbo kit and the most amazing 80’s checked interior. Unfortunately my inner boy racer came out and I bought a Renault 5 GT Turbo instead.
Wow 😮
All it’s missing is the whoosh sound that my 924 turbo makes 😁. Same colour though! Nice car mate.
Brother in law has the 944 turbo. Must take them out together!
Nice 👍
I loved my 924 in red (or pink after the sun had got to it) with chequered seat inserts. No power steering is a challenge parking. Removable roof which sat in the original roof bag perfectly in the boot.
Handling was fun with near 50/50 weight with the rear mounted gearbox.
Brakes needed both feet when being driven with spirit.
Ended up with rotten sills unfortunately and sold on ebay to be stripped down to make a track car.
Yep 👍
Really enjoyed that friend of my dad had 944 turbo back in the day
Cool 👍
Drive one around 15 years ago. My overriding memory was struggling to operate the clutch because my leg wouldn’t fit around the fixed steering wheel. Couldn’t help notice your leg stuck at an awkward angle there.
I know what you mean 😬
Nice one, keep them coming👍
Thanks James 👍
Hi, recently became a subscriber to your channel. Love the enthusiasm and delivery of your videos, but....you really didn't know that starting in 1976 it came before the 944? Anyway, another great video. Thanks to you and Duncan.
If I’m honest I didn’t know it started that far back. It looks way too modern for the 70s 😬
@@PetrolPed It certainly did and there was much dismay about it being front engined as opposed to a "proper" porche which should only have the oily noisey bit at the back. Being a teenager and newly qualified driver at the time, I would have loved to have driven one ( had a mini 850 at the time) but sadly never did.
That’s the same style of VW key I had with my Mk2 Golf. I can remember when you could buy a Porsche 924 for around £2,000 and there were loads to choose from back in the 90’s. Much rarer now and very few in the mint condition of this example.
Sure is 👍
Enjoyed this one! Nice classic. 👌
Cheers Martin 👍
Absolutely gorgeous.
Awesome looking car, well cared for and some fantastic original features. Unfortunately the key wasn't period correct. The original keys were similar rounded head (full black) but with the porsche logo! The glovebox key eas a small silver key with a large rounded head. (Very rare item)! My 1982 Lux retained hers! ARR 713Y
More classic cars please. Brilliant. Hope the red light on the dashboard wasn't anything serious! ;)
Faulty Fuel warning light. The next thing on the list 😂
Always loved the the Porsche 924, although the statement “this car saved the company” now wearing a little thin. If so, then the 924, then the Boxster, and the Cayenne all have “saved the company”. Now given the timeline spans the late 1970’s, 1980’s, mid 1990’s and then mid 2000’s it sort of implies that Porsche is a badly run company 🧐. Let’s be straight it’s part of VAG irrespective of whom owns whose shares because of the strange relationship between the Piech and Porsche families. Mega profit comes from the Cayenne and big profits from the 911. As a died in the wool Porsche owner I don’t really care where the R&D and base engineering is done for wheel hubs, switch gear and electrics... it’s the Porsche “fairy dust” spread over its chassis and engines that create some of the best sports cars in the world 🤓
5th first ever. Nice 924 very well presented a credit to the owner and previous keepers.
Thanks Graham 👍
Fantastic video Ped And what a guy! Pub 'n' Porsche
Mate the pub is awesome 👍
A school friend had a 1980 924,
I’ve always loved the poached egg 928
👍🏻
Fabulous
Keep them coming
Cheers Martin 👍
Yes..... another old school classic, love it, thanks Pete. Where were you driving that car, didn't look like it was round your way....... what 80's classic is next..??
Around South Harting 👍
Love 924's. Stunning car.
I had an \81 back in the USA in 2005. I LOVED Her, Problem was that she had a Show Quality Flame Job painted of her *REALLY WELL DONE( and I was in my mid 40's which for me was kind of out of sorts. I wanted to get a Vanity license plate for her but the closest I could get to what I wanted was ''MY PENS''. She also had a lower front air dam which really changed her profile. She was a Joy to drive and as fast as I needed her to be. I also had at that same time a 1979 Nissan 280zx.....and a soon to be Ex-Wife, need I say more?
Lovely review, love the history tie up with VW.👍
Thank you my friend 👍
One of the nicest looking Porsches ever. The original model had too small an engine, 110 HP only. The model was revived in 1986 with 148HP.
Grew up close to a Porsche dealership so remember the 924 well. The 944 certainly looked more the "business" for me, certainly in guards red.
Great content, loved this look forwards to more of the same thank you.
Cheers Dave 👍
Fascinating story of the 924. We didn’t really know too much about this Porsche with a VW key and Audi engine. Turns out it’s a very important car 👍
I learned a lot making this vid 😂
Pete,love all these old car reviews.
How about the Renault 5 turbo, Escort RS turbo if you can arrange it..
Would love to drive either of those 👍
I like the cut of the young mans jib. Go for the 3.2 , they are great cars. 👍
Cheers Peter 👍
I always had a hankering for these; one of my workmates had one but unfortunately, the closest I ever got, was a Renault Fuego which had a similar rear window
Oh yeah, I remember them 👍
Very cool! Thanks, fellas.
Our pleasure 👍
2/2 Classics getting a big 👍 in the comments. I remember rivalry between 1st gen Golf GTI and Ford XR3i, that would make a great comparison if you could find them. Saab 99 turbo would be good, likewise a sorted TR6.
Will try and get more 👍
In the states they brought the it back in 1987 as a 924s and I believe it was actually fast and lighter then the 944
I’ve owned 924’s since my early 20’s.... (I’m 58 now!) sold my last one, an 85 924 lux two years ago when I acquired a 987 Cayman. Although I still own a 1992 968 Porsche, so I still luv the trans-axle porkers.... That looked a tidy example, had the wrong rubber spoiler on it, and were you running on fumes?? As the low petrol light was on all through the video! Good to see one still being used as a daily, like my 968...214k miles and counting....
The fuel light was the next thing on the list. Full tank but the sensor is faulty 😬
Petrol Ped ah yes!, the many little niggles of 924 ownership!, my first one (a1977 model) never would start once the engine was hot... a classic ‘feature’ of early Bosch Kjetronic fuel injection.
GBOAF216 My dad had a ‘78 one that would never start if it was hot. He spent hours thinking he knew best and could sort it out....
@@GBOAF216 Mine does that as well. my only gripe whit the car.
Ermy Yes a flaw with the early 924, only really sorted it by the 83/84 model years, the earlier cars could all benefit from having a wire fitted to a switch, which would allow you to bypass the '5th' injector (cold start valve) and shoot neat fuel into the intake whilst trying to start a hot engine, worked a treat!. And avoided the embarrassing constant churning of a non starting engine......
Hi Pete, yes a good video keep them coming. Cheers Phil
Thanks Phil 👍
An absolute stunning 924.
Reminds me of the 944 in 'Risky Busines' with Tom Cruise..... 'So who is the U Boat Captain!' ;-)
Was that not a 928 in Risky Business.