Thanks everyone for your responses. Appreciate the CARFAX Tisby. It doesn't look too bad!

RogerB, you're right about the 944S. It's not an S. It's the 8 valve 2.5 944. Don't know why I typed the S. Maybe wishful thinking? That Buyer's Guide is excellent reading, thanks! Unfortunately the car does not run, but I think I'm paying $500 for it, so I expect to do some repairs.

Big B, checked out the V8 thing. I'm a Chevy guy anyway, so this would be a no brainer! Check this out: http://www.560sec.com/bulletinboard/

I have to check out what a replacement motor will cost, also have to get an estimate on this one. The oil is already milky.

I'll keep updating this thread if anyone is interested...


'98 SVT Contour, in at least 639 pieces 4 Speed MTX...synchro and shift fork replacement in progress