Porsche 924 facts for kids

The Porsche 924 is a cool sports car made by the famous German company Porsche. It was built for many years, from 1976 all the way to 1988. It was designed to be a fun and sporty car that was also practical for everyday driving.

Porsche 924 Carrera GT

About the Porsche 924

The Porsche 924 was a special car for Porsche because it was different from their usual models. Most Porsches before it had their engines in the back. But the 924 had its engine in the front! This design helped to balance the car's weight, making it handle really well. It was a great car for people who wanted a Porsche but at a more affordable price.

Design and Features

The Porsche 924 had a sleek and modern look for its time. It featured cool pop-up headlights that would hide away when not in use. This made the car look very smooth and aerodynamic. It also had a large glass hatchback at the back, which made it easy to put things in the trunk. This design made the 924 a practical sports car that you could use every day.

The car was powered by an engine that was reliable and efficient. Over the years, different versions of the 924 were made, including more powerful "Turbo" and "Carrera GT" models. These versions offered even more speed and excitement for drivers.

A Fun Fact

Did you know that a Porsche 924 once went on a very long adventure? A 1979 Porsche 924 that was stolen in 1991 was found 25 years later in 2017! It shows how these cars can last a long time.

Images for kids

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  Porsche "Project 425"

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  1981 Porsche 924 2.0 (UK)

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  Porsche 924 Le Mans (1980 – Limited Edition)

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  Rear view

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  Porsche 924 Turbo (Canada)

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  A 924 Carrera GTR campaigned by GTi Engineering in 1981 and 1982.

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  Porsche 924S in Guards Red.

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In Spanish: Porsche 924 para niños