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YOUR RESEARCHWTB: 2002+ 996 C4S - HELP!
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Install turbo wing
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Some guys fitted the Turbo wing but didn't complete the job and the wing is always in the UP position.
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Not crazy about the turbo tail - I prefer the clean look of the widebody with the standard rear tail on the C4S.
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The tank appears to be empty & should be at least partially filled with either pink or (older type) green fluid.
Recommend carfax, autocheck, carproof - any of them
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Quick question - would you guys recommend Carfax, Autocheck, Carproof - any of them?
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Get a PPI at a reputable Porsche indy and test drive it (if possible).
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Hey Folks,
I'm looking to buy a 2002+ 996 C4S with the following specs:
Exterior Colour (in order of preference): Silver, Grey, Black, Yellow, White, Red
Interior Colour: Black
Mileage: Less than 36000 Miles/60,000km
Location: preferably in Canada so as to avoid duties, taxes, and other fees
Coupe but would consider cabs.
Prefer stock as I want to add the following mods:
- Techart 19" Formula GTS black wheels
- Techart Type III rear spoiler
- Techart side skirts
Price: I'm looking to get this vehicle with the specs and mods above to my door within 47KUS - is that realistic? If not then please clue me in.
Help me find my dream car
A month ago, I saw an '03 C4S in NY with 25k miles go for ~$37k on eBay. I'm not sure about the availability of these cars in Canada, but I think you should be able to find a very nice example for $47k. Heck, Phil G might even sell his to you!
Absolutely correct Phil
OK - I found one local in Calgary - let me know what you think.
http://www.canadatrader.com/result/d...calgaryalberta
He's asking $49,900CDN but he's down to $45,000 (about $33K US).
What do you think?
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Looks like it has sports exhaust and upgraded stereo. Get a PPI at a reputable Porsche indy and test drive it (if possible). $33k is definitely in the ballpark.
zroadhouse - thanks for the response. Have posted in the Canada forum seeking indy to conduct PPI in Calgary. Will see if I can schedule a test drive this week.
Rem - very nice car, nice colors and well-equipped. Of course it has 36K miles (as opposed to 3K) but for the money it sounds like a good deal. Look it over carefully, and have a full PPI done before you put down a cent on it. Good luck. Sure you don't want mine for a mere $17K more??
Thanks folks - I'll keep you posted on the progress. Quick question - would you guys recommend Carfax, Autocheck, Carproof - any of them? All of them? I know Carfax has had some negative press recently regarding their vehicle information not being complete. Any thoughts?
Carfax wouldn't hurt, but don't make that the primary document for making the final decision. It is just a little more data to consider when making your decision.
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I looked at dozens of Carfax reports prior to my purchase. I don't think I looked at a single negative report for a 996. The PPI is much more important - I would recommend getting the most knowledgeable shop you can find.
OK - so PPI is done and these were the issues (in no particular order):
- Wipers
- Battery is weak (8.9v)
- Coolant expansion cap is leaking
- Small amount of oil in intake system
- Air intake snorkel clip broken
- Coolant weak (-22)
- Rear main seal leak
- Left front differential seal leak
- Front bumper and hood has been repainted (repainted really well though)
All in all the above items would total approximately $3500 to repair. Riegel told me to offer the seller 42k so I did and the guy won't budge claiming he can get 44.5k at the local MB dealer as a trade-in for the new car he wants to buy.
So the search continues... sigh.
I would look closely into this car. Price is right and colors/options/condition look right too. Get a PPI before you do anything, and make a reasonable offer if you love the car.
As Phil said, make sure you get a PPI before proceeding. One good thing is that this dealer appears NOT to be associated in any way with Luxury Motors, LLC out of Chicago, which has a dubious reputation.
Make sure the Turbo wing is operable. Some guys fitted the Turbo wing but didn't complete the job and the wing is always in the UP position. If you are really interested in the car, maybe a Florida Rennlister in the Miami/FT. Lauderdale area would be willing to check it out for you. You could start another thread asking for help to check out the car.
If you think 44.5k CAD is too expensive, I'd stay away from any US car. Rule of thumb is about Price in USD X 1.5 and that will get you the car in Canada. Make sure you do the math!
Exchange rate: Price * 1.3
Taxes: 6% import, 5% GST
RIV fees: 230
AC fees: 100
Transport: 1000-2000
Modifications (DRL,etc): few hundreds
etc, etc, etc.
I've done it twice already, but the exchange rate was very interesting at the time.
Cheers,
M-A
This one looks nice! I'm not a fan of the turbo wing (switch to GT2?) but the interior is great. Seats and wheels are awesome. Price is totally reasonable if it doesn't have any major problems.
+1 - car looks great, esp for the price.
For reference, I sold my 02 C4S, 23k mi, 8 mos left on CPO warranty, Lapis Blue/Beige, with very few options but in fantastic shape, for $44k in October 08.
This red car is nice, with some great options including the wheels, sport seats, looks like sport exhaust button on dash(?), etc. Not crazy about the turbo tail - I prefer the clean look of the widebody with the standard rear tail on the C4S.
Definitely get PPI, but seriously nice example from the info provided on the site.
One thing I noticed in the engine bay photos: low coolant? The tank appears to be empty & should be at least partially filled with either pink or (older type) green fluid. Not necessarily a show-stopper but definitely worth questioning in a PPI.
I know of an 03 C4S about to come up for sale in Edmonton. Seal Gray, sport seats, 6 spd, 19" wheels plus stock wheels. Mileage around 50k kilometers or less I think. PM me for contact info....
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