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Looking at that receipt though it doesn't seem to say that the clutch plate itself was changed unless I missed it somehow.
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It also seems to contradict itself in regard to whether the flywheel was re-used or replaced with a customer part.
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In my general experience, I'd guess this is too good to be true. But I'm shopping for my 1st Porsche, so I'd like input from the folks on the forum. Here's a link:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/2001-Porsche...xZni6t&vxp=mtr
Summary: 2001 Porsche 911 Carrera
32,400 MILES!!, NEW IMS BEARING, CLUTCH, FLYWHEEL, CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER,
LOW LOW LOW MILES 32,000 NOT ONE BLEMISH INSIDE OR OUT!
All this for only $24,500 in blue/cinnamon.
Thanks in advance for your feedback.
As with any used Porsche purchase, "it depends."
But as the seller acknowledges, $25k is towards the high end of the market for a N/A 996. The rear spoiler isn't factory. Not everyone is into the cinnamon, and many don't like the wood trim. eBay sellers tend to overstate the condition of cars in terms of Porsche collector standards -- hard to tell if that's the case here or not.
So, I definitely wouldn't dismiss it out of hand as "too good to be true" -- but do your diligence, and don't rush into a purchase. There's no rush. Based on the fact that this is your first post and you're asking these questions, you shouldn't be looking to buy yet, IMHO. Watch the market for a while and you'll be able to answer these questions for yourself.
Thanks, Matt - I have seven months before I will be in a position to buy, so due diligence is exactly what my post was about. I appreciate your input.
Bill
I don't think that's too good to be true, but (if it checks out) it's a pretty good price. My only criticism is I think it has halogen, not Litronic (aka bi-Xenon) HID headlights, which I think is a worthwhile option.
Really depends on what you're looking for. A lot of people will say that's a premium for a lowly C2, but I paid $27k for mine and don't regret it. However, it was exactly what I wanted. Low miles, clean exterior/interior, guards red, Savannah beige, aero kit, 6MT. Basic, looks, low miles. It didn't even have the IMSB done like the one you posted, so I've already paid the $3,300 bill for maintenance, and a little more on some other bits.
If you're not in a rush and have a particular idea in mind of what you want, take some time and do some digging around. There's great higher mileage or mid mileage 996's out there for a great price (under 20's), that might have more of what will make you the happiest in the long run.
Seems ok to me on the surface. Might even be a bit on the high side pricewise given that there was some sort of damage and the front bumper is not a stock one.
But if you like it, go and check it out.
Note that some people are now thinking NOT to buy a car that just had its IMSB changed. I have no real opinion one way or the other but the thinking is that an unscrupulous seller may find an issue and then swap the bearing to cover it up. But if it was done at a reputable LN "certified" shop this is less likely to be an issue.
Looking at that receipt though it doesn't seem to say that the clutch plate itself was changed unless I missed it somehow. It also seems to contradict itself in regard to whether the flywheel was re-used or replaced with a customer part.
I spoke with the owner of that car a few weeks ago as it has been listed on CL for
about 4 months
He was selling it with the IMS kit not installed
Has since removed the Carrera decal along the rocker
Seemed like a knowledgeable guy, iirc he's body & fender guy
Raved about the cleanliness of the shop that did the IMSB install, Rennology
https://www.rennology.com/?matchtype...NUoaAsJq8P8HAQ
not sure about the interior color, need to see it in person
the wood bits are a distraction, but not insurmountable
The things that hurt it are the accident on record (in CarFax forever) and non-standard front end and rear spoiler. Usually anything not standard reduces the value, but if you like the mods, then you are getting modifications you might have done anyway for a discount. Just bear in mind that those issues will still apply if you try to sell it later.
Other than that, though, this is a highly optioned car (full leather, 3-spoke, subtle wood), with super-low miles and great colors inside and out (I love the cinnamon). If the mechanicals check out, and you like the modifications, I think it is a very good price.
I would be very "cautious" about buying any car owned by a body/fender guy. Too often such persons buy wrecks cheap, fix 'em up, then sell them.
Caveat emptor!
relinuca
"this car has the 3.4 litre motor which did not have the cylinder scoring problems of the Nikasil lined 3.6 motors, stay away from those cars as they did have some cylinder cracking, check You Tube..."
Say what?
From what I've read, you can reduce the probability of that damage by ensuring full warm-up before loading the engine more than lightly (applies to all engines), AND not applying full throttle at low revs (below 2000rpm).
How credible is that?
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