944 auto trans ?

[Phat73]

I am looking at a '89 Porsche 944 automatic. The guy is selling because the auto trans is not a happy camper. I've heard ( he says) a Vanagon auto trans will fit..is that reliable information?

Thanks.
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[Wolfgangdieter]

Used 944 complete are a dime a dozen in US. I'd think a Vanogan would be reverse geared?
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[Phat73]

Not even 1 listed on EBay.
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[Wolfgangdieter]

Here's 1 '86-89 ($$ AT on ebay - under $300

https://www.ebay.com/itm/1986-1989-PORSCHE-944-AUT...:rk:4:pf:0
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I agree, auto transmissions for 944 are a dime a dozen ,we. must have over ten of them here.

However, maybe it is not the transmission but rather the vibration dampener (rubber flywheel) that broke. They are not available used and new ones are 1600 dollars, and labor intensive to replace. We have two 944 automatics on our lot right now that both need them, and the cars are not worth enough to justify the expense, even though they are nice cars!!!

[Phat73]

Thanks for the replies kids. I certainly have some more food for thought. $1600 for a harmonic balancer! Tha's a little rude!
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yes certainly is, it totals the less than perfect automatics!

[Wolfgangdieter]

So ditch the auto and convert to manual trans! Here are most of the pieces for $600 required save the MT!

https://www.ebay.com/p/Porsche-944-Automatic-to-Ma...amp;chn=ps

Add another $600 for the MT and you've greatly improved the car.
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totally agree!!!