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Porsche 944

1982–1991

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  • Lowest price

    US$7,500

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$17,098

    Since 2020 · n=16

  • Highest price

    US$23,944

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    16

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 16 lots

Porsche 944

Based on 16 verified auction results

HOLDAppreciatinghigh confidence

US$16,750

Market value · recent verified sales

+25.0%

12-month change

Hold or Wait

Appreciating but pace slowing. Patient buyers may find better entry.

Median sold price up 25.0% over the last 12 months. Hold if owned; chasing the trend at peak carries risk.

MSRP

Collectibility

5/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$16,750

+0%

5-Year Forecast

US$16,750

+0%

Market scores

51

Desirability

Moderate

55

Liquidity

Excellent

85

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Built ≤ 1987

    US$5,162-30%

    14 with · 12 without · high confidence

  • Sunroof / glass roof

    +US$1,991+12%

    7 with · 20 without · med confidence

Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. Sales are pooled across markets on a relative-price basis, so exchange rates and market levels can't skew the split. Options interact in ways a one-at-a-time split can’t capture — treat each premium as directional rather than gospel.

Marque analyst note

The Porsche 944 has gained ground steadily over the past twelve months, with the median transaction price now sitting at $16,750—a notable 25 percent year-over-year jump. This upward momentum signals sustained collector interest, though the HOLD signal suggests the market is pausing to absorb recent gains rather than accelerating further.

With sixteen sales tracked over the period and fifteen transactions in the trailing twelve months, liquidity remains moderate. That sample size provides meaningful visibility into pricing trends, though the moderate transaction frequency means buyers and sellers should expect deliberate search timelines rather than rapid deal closure.

The 944 occupies the stable modern classic category, a tier that reflects its role as an accessible entry point to Porsche ownership and collecting. Moderate desirability keeps the car from the top echelon, but the collectibility score of five maintains its standing as a legitimate collector vehicle rather than a commodity used car.

The average mileage on transacted examples sits at just under 60,000 miles, indicating that buyers are gravitating toward lower-mileage specimens and preserving cars rather than driving them hard. This aligns with the modern classic classification, where condition and original miles carry outsized weight in pricing.

The three- and five-year projections hold the current median flat at $16,750, suggesting the market expects consolidation around present levels. The 25 percent appreciation of the past year has positioned the 944 at a natural equilibrium; further upside will depend on whether broader interest in affordable Porsches continues to deepen or stabilizes at current enthusiasm.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$16,750
  • Annual appr. rate+25.0%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked28
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared28 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)US$600
  • MaintenanceUS$1,210
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$5,030
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months16
  • Sell-Through100%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$15,556
  • Avg Mileage at Sale59,483 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$7,500 – US$23,944
  • Total Sales Tracked16

Recent sales

Showing latest 16
  • US$23,444

    Bring a Trailer · 15 Jul 2026

  • US$12,250

    Bring a Trailer · 9 Jul 2026

  • US$18,850

    Bring a Trailer · 7 Jul 2026

  • US$11,000

    Bring a Trailer · 3 Jul 2026

  • US$20,500

    Bring a Trailer · 1 Jul 2026

  • US$9,200

    cars-and-bids · 27 May 2026

  • US$16,750

    Bring a Trailer · 26 May 2026

  • US$18,000

    Bring a Trailer · 24 May 2026

  • US$17,445

    Bring a Trailer · 23 May 2026

  • US$23,944

    Bring a Trailer · 18 May 2026

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.