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The 986 Boxster is the most affordable way to get behind the wheel of a Porsche sports car

You get much of the 996 tech and its problems. Decent examples cna be had for around $7,000

Porsche 968 is the final evolution of the 924. It features the brand's largest inline-4 engine

There is also a cabriolet version with an electrically-actuated soft top, which many owners convert to a manual

Good, highly-original 968 examples can be found from $11,000

The 996 was a bit too much innovation for Porsche purists. Sadly, quality was also inconsistent

Still, this is, currently, the most affordable 911, and the first one to feature an all-new platform

There is also a quirky "Targa" variant with a panoramic roof and a hatchback rear glass

The M96 engine has its issues, but by now, the IMS and RMS should have been replaced, given the car's age

A range-topping 944 can be had for way under $30,000 in good condition

All 944 Turbo models get the new dashboard and almost all except the 1986 model year have ABS as standard

The 944 Turbo was also sold as a cabriolet

The 944 Turbo body is galvanized and the mechanicals are generally stout, but electrical issues are common

Porsche 928 was born out of necessity after the 930 Turbo did a number on Porsche's reputation by trying to kill its owners

The answer to the "Widowmaker" was one of the most advanced cars of its time, featuring a revolutionary rear axle, front-mounted V-8, and rear-mounted transmission

Most 928s were sold with an automatic, but you can find great 928 S models with the dog-leg manual, for under $30,000

US-spec 928s were down on power compared to EU variants, due to smog regulations, but a few minor tweaks can unlock the V-8's full potential

The 997.1 Carrera is what the 996 should have been. Sadly, the M96 engine is present on the base model, and it comes with a few risks

Porsche 997.1 is the last Porsche before the PDK era. If you want an automatic, you'll have to settle for the Mercedes-derived 5-speed automatic

If you don't mind the automatic, you can pick up a decent example for around $15,000

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Performing na LS swap on a Porsche 944 greatly enhances performance without adding much weight

GM's LS engines are known to be affordable, durable and have plenty of aftermarket support

The 944 is a German Miata thanks to its balanced chassis and being lightweight

While the 944 Turbo is a desirable classic with a powerful engine...

non-Turbo 944 variants made as little as 150 horsepower

Even the lesser LS engines make over 300 horsepower with plenty of torque

Getting the LS engine to fit inside the 944 engine bay requires a few things

K-member spacers drop the engine lower so you don't have to cut the stock hood

The LS pushrod V-8 is fairly compact, but features a 90-degree V-angle, making for a tight squeeze

LS V-8 engines come in all shapes and sizes, they are fairly cheap, and aftermarket support is endless

LS-style flywheel, beefy clutch, and a C5 Corvette bell housing are some of the things you need

Some parts, like the water pump, may require additional modification. Luckily, the aftermarket has got your back there too

An LS V-8 swap can easily triple your Porsche 944's horsepower, even without forced induction

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The four-cyinder Porsche 944 is an evolution of the 924

The two cars coexisted together between 1982 and 1988

The 944 Turbo came out in 1985 and quickly gained a reputation as one of the best-handing cars in the world

It was one of only four Porsche sports cars to feature a front-engine and a transaxle

Brembo brakes, and 50:50 weight distribution gave 944 Turbo drivers confidence, lacking in early 911 Turbos

The Porsche 944 Turbo was exclusively offered with a 5-speed manual transaxle and 3.375 final drive

Aside from the 1986 model year, all 944 Turbo models had ABS

Coupe models from 1990 and later featured a bow-shaped spoiler under the rear hatch

The cosy interior featured four sport seats, with the rear ones folding 50:50

All 944 Turbo models featured the newer interior that came with the 1985.5 update

With an average price of around $27,000, the 944 Turbo is a relatively attainable classic sports car

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Porsche 986 Boxster is 2/3 Porsche 911 for less than half the price

Aside from a few issues with the M96 engines, which should be taken care of by now, the original Boxster is a blast

Porsche 944 is, often, referred to as the "German Miata" for its impeccable balance

What the 944 lacks in power, it makes up with lightness and 50:50 weight distribution thanks to a rear-mounted, manual transmission

The 944 Turbo is expensive as those are already eyed by collectors

The US-spec Porsche 944 is down on power compared to EU models due to smog regulations, resulting in just 143 horsepower for the base model

Porsche 987 Cayman improves upon the 986, but it will cost a bit more

The 987's 9X7 platform is an evolution of the 9x6 modular platform, underpinning the Porsche 996 and 986

More reliable M97 engines are introduced on the Porsche 987

The 987 can also be had as a Boxster if you want open-top thrills

Manual examples of the 987 are preferable since 987.1 models still have the 5-speed Mercedes automatic

Surprisingly, you can still get a Porsche 928 for relatively cheap

Porsche's more luxurious take on the sports car was produced for 18 years

Even base models came with a V-8, but manual-equipped cars are a rarity

The cheapest Porsche was meant to be a VW. These are dirt-cheap

Only the rare 924 Carrera, Turbo, and even rarer 924 Turbo Targa can be considered true collectibles

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This is a custom Porsche 944 based in Germany that has been modified into a 6x6 pickup truck

High-performance sports trucks have been a niche market for decades, with models like the GMC Syclone kicking off the trrend

Porsche has never officially produced a sports truck, despite the potential market

There have been unique Porsche-based pickup one-offs like the Rinspeed Bedouin concept from 2003

Finished in a vibrant shade of continental orange, the transformation was carried out between 1995 and 2021

Besides the unique bodywork, the pickup has a 6x6 setup with the axles borrowed from an Audi 200 Turbo

The extended wheelbase allows for a longer bed with oakwood panels

Orange and black is the theme in the interior and you have Porsche pickup inscribed on the steering to leave you in no doubt about what you're looking at

The cab features a custom rear window along with a Targa top

You get a custom aluminum box in the bed, where you can store the Targa top

To lug around the added weight, this 994 pickup features a more potent 3.0 four-cylinder from the Porsche 968

Swipe up to find out how much this one-off build that took 2,500 man hours to complete, costs.

The Porsche 944 was once the best-seller before the Boxster arrived. It's a two-door four-seater successor to the 928

In 1988, Porsche debuted the 944 Turbo S with a more potent 2.5-liter turbocharged inline-4 engine, pushing out a healthy 247 hp

The 944 Turbo S is a limited production sports car with only 1,635 ever made. Only 500 of them were planned for the U.S. market

This particular 944 Turbo S is finished in Silver Rose Metallic, with 16-inch Fuchs alloy wheels

The front brakes beefier with four-piston calipers and 12-inch rotors

This example of the Porsche 944 Turbo S has 96,000 miles on the odometer

The interior is spec-ed in Burgundy Studio cloth upholstery with power-adjustable front seats

Additionally, the cabin features air-conditioning and a Blaupunkt cassette stereo

You can get this 1988 Porsche 944 Turbo S for less than $15,000, which is shockingly low for a one-of-500 made car

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