From Car and Driver · Brendan McAleer · · 1m
Vintage Porsche 944 Conversion Beats New 911
A handcrafted Porsche 944 conversion costs $113,000 and outperforms new 911s in style.
In brief
A handcrafted Porsche 944 conversion costs $113,000 and outperforms new 911s in style. CarPoint's GT-K44 conversion costs about $113,000 and offers vintage Porsche charm over new 911s. Originally reported by Car and Driver.
Quick answers
- What is a shooting brake?
- A shooting brake is a car that sits between a station wagon and coupe with two doors and hatchback practicality.
- Why 944 over 911?
- The 944 allows for a shooting brake conversion without disrupting the flat-six engine of a 911.
- What is the key takeaway from Vintage Porsche 944 Conversion Beats New 911?
- CarPoint's GT-K44 conversion costs about $113,000 and offers vintage Porsche charm over new 911s.
What is a shooting brake?
A shooting brake is a car that sits between a station wagon and coupe with two doors and hatchback practicality.
CarPoint's GT-K44 conversion
CarPoint converts any 944 into a shooting brake with handcrafted quality and retains the factory powertrain.
Why 944 over 911?
The 944 allows for a shooting brake conversion without disrupting the flat-six engine of a 911.
GT-K44 specs
The GT-K44 uses a 3.0-liter four-cylinder engine with 211 horsepower and can be built for more powerful 944 Turbos.
Cost comparison
The GT-K44 conversion costs $113,000 including labor, custom glass, interior, and paint, matching a new 911 price.
Why it's cooler
The GT-K44 offers vintage charm and practicality for track days, dog transport, or everyday use without hunting.
The bottom line
CarPoint's GT-K44 conversion costs about $113,000 and offers vintage Porsche charm over new 911s.
