So a bit of background on the car, it was previously owned by a gentleman in Gloucestershire who unfortunately was rear-ended leaving the car a cat c right off, after buying the car back from the insurance and rebuilding it he managed to enjoy it for another 6 months before it began suffering head gasket failure.
After this, it was parked in a field and as with most projects next months job became a decade later, it was then bought by Cotswold Porsche Specialists before one too many projects and excessive corrosion led this 924 turbo to be listed on eBay.
This is where I come in one miserable Saturday left unattended by the other half, I wandered onto eBay and a few days later I was the proud owner of this 924 turbo with every intention of restoring it to its former glory over the next 12 months.
Well that was roughly 4-5 years ago and various life events have meant the 924 project got pushed aside, I am now fortunately in the position to take on the mammoth task of restoring the car.
Due to its cat c history, I decided to allow myself to have some fun with this project and build a 924 Carrera GTS Clubsport recreation using the more modern 1.8t to power it.
A few main goals for the project
- Be externally identical to a 924 Carrera GTS Clubsport
- Be easily maintained and repaired by myself, future owners and any third parties working on the vehicle
- Be able to easily source parts in the event of maintenance or repair
- Develop skills and knowledge in regards to vehicle restoration and vehicle development such as panel beating, welding, cad design, 3d printing, etc
- Develop a range of components and kits so others can more easily carry out and enjoy their own 924/944 1.8t conversions
The Inspiration
The Reality
The Initial Teardown
Front Sub Assembly Removal
Rear Sub Assembly Removal
