1981 Porsche 924 Turbo (931)

1981 Porsche 924 Turbo Description:

For sale, 1981 Porsche 924 Turbo (931) with 88,600 original miles. Prior to purchasing the car it had barely been driven since 1990 and only ~100 miles since 2001. I've put <2000 miles on it. PLEASE READ ENTIRE DESCRIPTION BEFORE MAKING AN OFFER.
Recent work:
- timing belt replaced (at 88,500 miles)- timing belt idler pulley replaced (SKF)- valve stem seals replaced- valve cover gasket replaced- oil change with filter (Mann filter)- clutch and brake pedal covers replaced (OEM)-relay replaced,headlight motor- caliper rebuilt, front left- brake fluid bled, all 4 corners- battery replaced (1.5 years ago)- clutch slave cylinder replaced- wheel bearing inspected and re-packed, right rear- reverse light switch replaced
Included:
- spare tire, factory- jack, aluminum, factory- 2 sets of keys, Porsche OEM (ignition), VW (doors)
Despite the recent valve stem seal replacement there is still smoke from the exhaust while the engine warms up. It seems less than before but there is still smoke. I suspect there's a crankcase ventilation issue or possibly oil entering the exhaust from the turbo. The car is for sale in its current state so please take note of this!
New Bridgestone Potenza RE760 Sport tires all around (<1000 miles). New brake rotors and pads front and rear. New rear KYB Gas-a-Just shocks. The wheels are in near-perfect condition with no curb rash or other damage.
The turbo boosts nicely. The clutch is strong and has plenty of life left. The "new" inspection dimension for the clutch mechanism is 18mm and the "replace" is 35mm. The current measurement is about 24mm.
The coolant reservoir appears original and has hairline cracks. The leakage is very slow. It will need to be replaced but the car is currently driveable.
The 5-speed gearbox is the standard pattern type with 1st gear up and left. The transmission operates flawlessly.
The car has been resprayed at some point in the original platinum color. The paint is not perfect. There are areas that are cloudy or have spots. I haven't tried to polish the paint though. The exterior stickers were not replaced after the respray but are available on eBay for little money.
The hood and roof were resprayed in September with solvent base/color and 2K clearcoat. Some of the pics were taken before the respray and show peeling clearcoat.
This '81 924 Turbo includes from the factory 4-wheel disc brakes, 5 stud hubs with forged 16" 7-slot wheels (like on 928), 3 spoke steering wheel (same as 911 SC of the era and some 944).
The doors close with a finger touch and the body appears very straight. There is absolutely zero rust anywhere. There are minor door-ding type imperfections here and there. The sheet metal chin beneath the front bumper is slightly bent and missing paint but could be straightened out.
The interior is good but not perfect. It looks like the previous owner put a cap/cover on the dashboard (see picture). The seat upholstery has separated between the cloth and vinyl. The original Blaupunkt stereo does not work (of course). The steering wheel leather is intact but needs to be re-stitched. The center dashboard speaker cover is missing in one of the interior pictures but I have installed a good used replacement. The rear seatback fabric tops are faded due to sun. There are no leaks from the removable roof panel but the seal is falling apart. The power windows work well but are slow like most or all 924 and 944. Shift knob has new cover. The A/C blower makes a rubbing noise. Overall the interior is good for a 38 year old car but could use restoration. Seat belt retraction mechanisms are not smooth.
I have never needed to pass an emissions test with this car and I make no guarantee that it will pass for you.
Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks!