1978 Porsche 924

1,984cc Naturally Aspirated I4 | 4-Speed Manual | Removable Roof Panel

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LOT #

260456163

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Make:
Model:
VIN:
9248208661
Lot Number:
260456163
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
8,719 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
1,984cc Naturally Aspirated I4
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Manual/Standard
Exterior Color:
Black
Interior Color:
Black
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
New Jersey
  • 1978 Porsche 924 Coupe
  • 1,984cc Naturally Aspirated I4
  • Bosch K-Jetronic CIS Fuel Injection
  • 4-Speed Manual
  • RWD
  • Black Exterior
  • Black Interior
  • Removable Roof Panel
  • 14" Porsche “Telephone Dial” Style Wheels
  • Rear Hatch Glass
  • Factory AM/FM Radio
  • Pop-Up Headlights

Overview of 1978 Porsche 924 For Sale by Owner

The Porsche 924 marked a major turning point for the brand, introducing a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive platform that broadened Porsche ownership while preserving the engaging driving dynamics enthusiasts expected. This 1978 Porsche 924 Coupe is a wonderfully analog example of that formula, pairing lightweight balance with simple, driver-focused engineering. Showing just 8,719 miles, this example presents as an exceptionally low-mileage survivor from Porsche’s late-1970s lineup. Finished in black over a matching black interior, it carries a timeless specification that complements the car’s clean wedge-shaped styling. With its 4-speed manual transmission, pop-up headlights, removable roof panel, and unmistakable period character, this 924 offers a nostalgic gateway into classic Porsche ownership without the complexity or price tag of its rear-engined siblings.

Exterior and Interior

The exterior of this 1978 Porsche 924 Coupe reflects the crisp, angular design language that defined late-1970s European sports cars. Finished in black, the sleek wedge profile, low nose, and signature pop-up headlights give the 924 a purposeful and unmistakably Porsche presence. The removable roof panel adds an extra dimension of open-air enjoyment, while the large rear hatch glass enhances practicality in true grand touring fashion. Completing the look are Porsche “Telephone Dial” style wheels, which lend the car a sportier visual presence, even if they appear to be later Porsche fitments rather than original 1978 equipment. Altogether, the design remains clean, understated, and increasingly appreciated by collectors. The interior of this 1978 Porsche 924 Coupe is refreshingly simple and driver-focused, exactly as a proper analog sports car should be. Finished in black, the cabin emphasizes visibility, ergonomics, and direct engagement rather than excess luxury. The factory AM/FM radio remains a charming period-correct touch, while the straightforward switchgear and classic gauge layout reinforce the car’s honest mechanical nature. Combined with the low indicated mileage, the cabin contributes to this 924’s appeal as a remarkably preserved example of Porsche’s accessible sports car formula.

Engine

At the heart of this 1978 Porsche 924 Coupe sits a 1,984cc naturally aspirated inline-four equipped with Bosch K-Jetronic CIS fuel injection, an efficient and durable powerplant that helped define the model’s lightweight grand touring character. Paired with a 4-speed manual transmission sending power to the rear wheels, the 924 delivers a balanced and communicative driving experience that rewards driver input rather than brute-force acceleration. One of the car’s defining engineering features is its near 50:50 weight distribution, achieved through its front-engine, rear transaxle layout—an arrangement that gives the 924 far more poise than its modest output might suggest. Lightweight, nimble, and mechanically straightforward, the 924 remains one of the purest entry points into classic Porsche motoring.

Walk-around Video of this Porsche 924

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