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YOUR RESEARCHNew owner - 1999 911
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Run dash cam
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(You probably already know, but that 4 digit number hand written on the option sticker is probably the radio code)
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When the MAF sensor is replaced, reset the DME by disconnecting the negative battery lead for 15 minutes or so.
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I would replace the tank if you already have to drop the engine for any reason.
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You could try to run the car as close to empty as you so desire, and then fill it all the way up, disconnect the negative lead of the battery cable, and wait 5 mins.
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So, I'm using 14 mpg as a rough gauge of fuel consumption, which at 1/2 fuel/empty would be about 8x14=112 miles and at 1/4 tank remaining about 12x14=168 miles.
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Congrats....As an Aero owner myself, my biased opinion is you bought the perfect 911! Looks great and nice low mileage. Great find!
To make the car drop dead goergeous (not that there is anything wrong with it as it stands), I would do the following:
1) Lower the car.
2) Get wheel spacers to move them out a bit in the back.
3) Go back to silver wheels, that will make the aero pop.
”A 1999 is just so fine” the 99 cars are great you are correct Aero kit added at some point option code sticker does not show Aero option, I think you are right to consider getting wheels back to original finish, good luck with the car.
Rich
I've got a set of true hollow spoke turbo twists listed on pelican if you are interested. I can make you a good deal if you decide to go that direction.
Congrats and welcome!
The 3000GT VR-4 is a rare cool car for sure, but the 911 is going to be the car you can�t wait to get into and drive. Looks great.
I�m partial to 99�s - they are the lightest 911 in 30 years, including some of the air-cooled cars, they are simpler, the IMSB is better, they are classics/antiques sooner (lower insurance premiums coming faster), and they are still quite easy to work on, yet have a very high quality build/construction. Sure, a few design mistakes were made, but Porsche actually ended up with a very solid first year attempt for a water-cooled 911.
Congrats! I just got a '99 three months ago myself. I'm usually against powder coated wheels. I was looking at a blue C2 with black wheels just before I bought mine and it looked too "bro-ish" if that makes any sense. I like it on yours though. It offsets & breaks up the silver coloring of the body.
It's like a baby. You end up buying a bunch of stuff for it.
Good for you man! I know the "feeling smile" very well. This is my first ever 'real' sportscar. I've owned many motorcycles over my 53 years that have given the same smile, but not as comfortable to my back and heinie
Oh, and I like the powder coated black wheels (but I am biased since that's what I did to mine).
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Very nice Aero 996 indeed, enjoy her in good health... Agreed on wheel spacer to give the car a more aggressive stand; Your rear "GT-Wings" on rear bumper will further enhance that look. Lastly, I think a painted rear bumperettes to match the body silver color will nicely complete that sporty look. Cheers,
Glad the dealer is working with you!
I have no regrets about the console delete kit in my car. Love the look and the extra room.
For a SSK, many people install a 997 shifter. It will reduce the throw around 15%. I installed that as well, though didn’t notice a huge change. Seems like the best option is the Numeric shifter, but that has a much higher price tag..
If you're looking for something shorter I'd say to go with B&M or Schnell. I started out swapping stock for a 997 and didn't really feel much difference, sold it and got a Schnell, like this much better. It's a little notchy depending who you ask, so trial and error based on personal preference.
When the MAF sensor is replaced, reset the DME by disconnecting the negative battery lead for 15 minutes or so. That will force the DME to re-learn all the adaptations. Go for a drive for 30 minutes after warm up.
Regarding the ground wire on the bottom, I've had about 30 radios in my 996 (I buy them used and test then sell them) - both 210 and 220 versions - and I have never plugged that back in and have had zero problems.
I wonder if it's some alarm related circuit ? Either way it's been stuffed behind the dash ever since I removed the crappy Alpine unit my car came with.
I'm surprised the radio cage came out with the unit when you used the radio removal tools - the radio locks into the cage which is normally pretty rigidly fitted to the dash.
At any rate, how well does the system work ?
Side note, on your faceplate do the volume and up and down arrows light up ? I've had a BUNCH of 210 units and none of those lit up
I would replace the tank if you already have to drop the engine for any reason. Otherwise, keep an eye on it, assuming no stress fractures or issues with it today, and assuming you keep your temps in check.
When you do replace it, spend the big bucks and get the real one - OEM - for a high price, not the cheap ones.
You could try to run the car as close to empty as you so desire, and then fill it all the way up, disconnect the negative lead of the battery cable, and wait 5 mins. Reconnect. It may help reset the gauge. The gas tank sender doesn�t measure fuel in all fuel level positions. It must estimate due to the shape of the tank. That could be what�s going on.
I rarely let any of my cars drop below 1/2 tank, so i can't comment on the low fuel readings in my 996 but my fuel gauge NEVER reads full when it is full (which I know it is because I fill it all away up until there is some overflow). Been doing this to try to accurately calculate fuel mileage which seems erratic.
In any event, my fuel gauge usually 3/4 to 7/8 full when completely full. So, like when I use to ride motorcycles, I'm guessing at the fuel level based on miles driven.
Here again my 996 seems to be inconsistent, varying between 12-16 mpg but most recently around 14-15mpg. So, I'm using 14 mpg as a rough gauge of fuel consumption, which at 1/2 fuel/empty would be about 8x14=112 miles and at 1/4 tank remaining about 12x14=168 miles.
I know there's supposedly a bit more in the tank than 16 gallons; I'm treating the extra 0.6 gals as a reserve.
Not much range but enough for my short weekly loops of around 100 miles, when the fuel gauge reads a little over 1/2 full, before I fill up again on the way home.
I'm not sure. I've had 10 or so units in my 996 and none have had those buttons light up
maybe it's a common failure point. Maybe they're not supposed to I'm not sure
The 210 faceplate is interchangeable with either CDR or CR.
same with the 220, just the model number written on the faceplate will be wrong.
Both had a cool oem faceplate holder from Porsche which is still available
I got my 2000 C4 Cab for $15k that I considered a steal. It had/has minor problems that I've paid about $5k to fix, so I'm about even (based on KBB) in the car and I'm fine w/that. The car "should" be worth more but, given what I got mine for, I'm happy. I've never used 6th gear in mine yet.
The same "undervaluation" applies to my MR2 which is a grossly under-appreciated sports car. Yeah, it's underpowered but I've never spent a cent on repairs for this car in the 15 YEARS that I've owned it. Not so the 996 that I just bought. I've thought about selling/trading in the MR2 a couple of times but, given how cheap it was to buy, maintain and continue to own, it's really stupid to think about selling it given how much FUN I always have driving it.
KBB lists it's "value" at only around $7-8k (at best) and stock versions have only sold for around $10k on BAT. At those prices, I'm happy just to keep it, as long as I have room for it.
'Left' front only? That might be a worn sway bar link. You probably just need new sway bar bushings though which are cheap and relatively easy to replace.
Can you take some pics and update how it works this something I am interested in since I want to keep the car looking stock.
Nevermind, it seems like its in the post for some reason I couldn't see it via mobile.
Was it difficult to pull the A-pillar trim? Could you provide some pointing on removing it? I am running a dash cam. Have the wire run long the A-pillar and windshield gap. But I think your routing is much cleaner.
Good ride, all. Thanks for all of the advice and the replies, and I hope that I've been able to offer a bit in return as well.
I got lit on fire in the thread about the Targa on BaT, and while I've really enjoyed my time here and have learned a lot, it's clear that I need to take a vacation from the site for a bit.
Be well.
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