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OPC (Porsche Centre) should always be called in the first instance as surprisingly can often be cheaper than other vendors.
PCGB is only club with 944 registry and model specific forum, TIPEC is also good source of info, lots of knowledgeable enthusiasts at both and membership of either will get you discounts if you join up.
PCGB is only club with 944 registry and model specific forum, TIPEC is also good source of info, lots of knowledgeable enthusiasts at both and membership of either will get you discounts if you join up.
Second JMG Porsche - the great plus with them, any parts they supply they will give you support if you have problems fitting... I know, I've asked a lot of dumb questions! Sometimes being put on hold while they get one of the mechanics who knows the cars better, for engine seals, etc. Give them a call also, their web site isn't fully populated yet.
If you will take aftermarket parts then ECP are worth a look - especially if they have a discount code at the time. It is worth cross checking against other cars, the part with Porsche on the box can incur a tax...
Porsche 944 spare parts and cross reference
Otherwise I generally use the OPC (AFN Reading, parts guys very helpful), Type911 and Design911.
If you will take aftermarket parts then ECP are worth a look - especially if they have a discount code at the time. It is worth cross checking against other cars, the part with Porsche on the box can incur a tax...
Porsche 944 spare parts and cross reference
Otherwise I generally use the OPC (AFN Reading, parts guys very helpful), Type911 and Design911.
copperman05 said:
OPC (Porsche Centre) should always be called in the first instance as surprisingly can often be cheaper than other vendors.
PCGB is only club with 944 registry and model specific forum, TIPEC is also good source of info, lots of knowledgeable enthusiasts at both and membership of either will get you discounts if you join up.
For accuracy so have TIPEC!PCGB is only club with 944 registry and model specific forum, TIPEC is also good source of info, lots of knowledgeable enthusiasts at both and membership of either will get you discounts if you join up.
I'm loving my poverty spec b reg 944 infact just got home from a nice long drive home!
You need to hook up with Elliot if you need good used spares! He's a great contact for us 944 owners
http://www.porkaparts.com/
You need to hook up with Elliot if you need good used spares! He's a great contact for us 944 owners
http://www.porkaparts.com/
tr7v8 said:
For accuracy so have TIPEC!
For accuracy, Tipec don't. They don't have a specific 944 Register, and they lump the 944 in with the other water-cooled frontrunners. Most 944 owners are either members of both Clubs, or users of both forums, so there's no reason to be competitive. 
For the OP's benefit, reading the FAQs on the PCGB or Tipec forums will save you time and money. Part prices can vary from one supplier to another, so save yourself the effort of researching it all and read other people's experiences. Both are great owner forums.
pauljmcnulty said:
tr7v8 said:
For accuracy so have TIPEC!
For accuracy, Tipec don't. They don't have a specific 944 Register, and they lump the 944 in with the other water-cooled frontrunners. Most 944 owners are either members of both Clubs, or users of both forums, so there's no reason to be competitive. For the OP's benefit, reading the FAQs on the PCGB or Tipec forums will save you time and money. Part prices can vary from one supplier to another, so save yourself the effort of researching it all and read other people's experiences. Both are great owner forums.
Always check your local OPC and Exeter OPC first. Then try Bert Gear (Berlyn) and maybe Frazer Part.
Be very wary of firms like Porscheshop who frequently buy from an OPC and then sell it to you at twice the price. Tehyd be one of the last firms that Id consider, rather than one of the first.
OPCs will frequently surprise you with their prices (low & high!) and I will recommend Bert Gear unreservedly.
Be very wary of firms like Porscheshop who frequently buy from an OPC and then sell it to you at twice the price. Tehyd be one of the last firms that Id consider, rather than one of the first.
OPCs will frequently surprise you with their prices (low & high!) and I will recommend Bert Gear unreservedly.
dunc_sx said:
Thanks again for all the good responses, I'm on a Porsche forum now pestering them as well
Closest offical porker dealer is 50miles away though so probs not using them for parts.
Cheers,
Dunc.
They dont really need to be nearby Dunc, I use Exeter OPC and live in London, this is because they support older cars (more than others) and know what they are talking about. Ive often had items under certain amounts sent 2nd class for free too! Cant ask for more than that...Closest offical porker dealer is 50miles away though so probs not using them for parts.
Cheers,
Dunc.
dunc_sx said:
Thanks again for all the good responses, I'm on a Porsche forum now pestering them as well
Closest offical porker dealer is 50miles away though so probs not using them for parts.
Cheers,
Dunc.
They dont really need to be nearby Dunc, I use Exeter OPC and live in London, this is because they support older cars (more than others) and know what they are talking about. Ive often had items under certain amounts sent 2nd class for free too! Cant ask for more than that...Closest offical porker dealer is 50miles away though so probs not using them for parts.
Cheers,
Dunc.
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