Porsche 924s
Porsche 924S is an updated version to the 924 model that Porsche manufactured from the 1986 to the year 1989. The manufacturing process of Porsche 924S didn’t last more than 3 years and the decreasing exchange rates plays a vital role behind putting such a full stop to it. Therefore, although the production started at the year 1986, it unfortunately ended at 1988. It arrived to the car industry challenging a wide range of Japanese sports car by offering itself at a comparatively cheaper price, with a base price of US$19,900. However, the price was soon increased to a point that was no longer affordable for intended clientele as its base price by the late 1986 was $39,500.
Porsche 924S - rear view
When it comes to the suspension included in Porsche 924S, it resembles to the earlier 944 to a great extent but arrived with an updated alloy model in the rear as well. The model features the narrow track, accompanied with fenders restricting rim widths to only 6.5 inch front and 7 inch rear, and this is why many believe that Porsche 924S was a quite uninteresting option for modifications compared to Porsche 922. Moreover, straight-line speed was faster when compared with the Porsche 944 and the overall credit goes to the lower fifth gear and the reduced drag.
In 1987, Porsche publicized the Porsche 924S Le Mans, the limited edition model of 924S. The model was made available in total three colors, White, Black and Alpine. The model was quite updated version compared to the Porsche 924S. It included an upgraded suspension as well as updated exterior and interior. In Porsche 924S Le Mans spec, the S’ 2.5 liter engine generated an addition 10bhp, resulting to 160 in total. The Le Mans also featured slide sunroof plus an electric tilt. Around 980 Porsche 924S Le Mans were produced through the year 1987 wherein 813 cars were launched in black colors (the only option available all across the American market) and 167 cars in white.
With unexpected yet unfavorable exchange rates noticed in the market in the late 1980s, Porsche finally decided to quit manufacturing the Porsche 924S in the same year.
