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Nothing other than normal wear parts replaced, & still runs great!
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Replace air bag bracket ($60) inside the steering wheel
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Replaced the air bag bracket ($60) inside the steering wheel to fix that.
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Revamped the entire sound system, new amp up front, Kenwood KDC X995, custom sub box that nestles in behind the rear seats with one 8" and a 400 watt amp and changed every speaker in the car.
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We've replaced the handle twice and the head 4 times.
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my 99' had 130k miles on it at last known location..when I sold it it had nothing major done...the cam actuators had to be replaced shortly after I sold it and as far as I know its still driving around - with the original IMS bearing!
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I have a 99 C2 with 62000 miles and no major problems. I seem to see a lot of this year and model out there. As a matter of curiosity, how many other owners drive the same year and model with no probs and what milage has your car done? Mine is an artic silver on black cab. OR has anyone had a major problem with a 99 C2
1997-2001 77,846 (all varients of the 3.4) and 85,556 (including a limited number of 3.6's) according to "Porsche 996, The Essential Companion"
2002-2005 89,706 (all variations)
Total production all years 175,262 of which 28,813 were turbo's GT2's and GT3's.
The average over all model years was 21,908/year.
your thread is unlikely to get any real information other than the 1% of the population that hangs out here - go drive some more...your car is under miled!
'99 C2, 65,000 miles. No major problems other than routine service and a PITA issue with the convertible top earlier this year (now fixed).
Hurdi, I'm only about an hour south of you. I'll keep a lookout for your car when I'm travelling up that way. I know you'll be easy to spot
No Ivangene I am asking specifically about the 99 C2owners who visit this site. I do have the essential companion book and can find how many C2s were actually made in 1999.. I think you misread my request.
FRIS that would be nice and we could have a natter over a cup of coffee...
Here's an idea. Use meaningful headings instead of starting new threads with vague and ambiguous titles. Seems like a common theme with threads you start. Using proper titles helps people down the road when they're using the search function. Just saying.
Other examples:
Can Anyone Tell Me?
Speak Up Please
It's Hazard A Guess Time.
my 99' had 130k miles on it at last known location..when I sold it it had nothing major done...the cam actuators had to be replaced shortly after I sold it and as far as I know its still driving around - with the original IMS bearing!
I owned a '99 Arctic Silver Cab for 7 great years. I had a motor go south at 45K in '06 and with some work and cooperation with the local dealer I got PNA to goodwill one.
I sold it at 62K miles.The car looked and drove nearly like new. The original plastic window in the top was still pliable and crystal clear. Everything worked as it should. I got high retail when I sold it a couple of years ago. I like the first gen headlights the best, the lightness of the '99 and the mechanical throttle much better than the electronic. What I like better about my '04 Cab is the glove box and it has fewer rattles and squeaks common with a cabriolet. I also very much prefer the C2 to the AWD. The new owner has had my old car for 2 1/2 years now as is still pleased with it.
'99 C2 Black Coupe, Manual, 52k miles. No major issues. I had IMS replaced proactively. Spark plugs had to be done this year. Otherwise nothing big. Love it.
I think you will find 2 types of 996 owners here
1. those who are having problems right now and need help
2. those who are doing well and here to help
3. those who just like to gab and blah blah and dont even have a 996
and of the first group you have 2 types
1. those who bail on the car, say its too expensive ect and never come back
2. those who struggle through and become contributing members
3. those you just cant get rid of even after they get rid of their 996
and of the first group there are 2 types
1. those who buy a newer car and go to another forum
2. those who sell it and never own another porsche
3 those who buy an older car and just come here because the gawd damned air cooled forum is boring on rennlist (but who like PP's air cooled forums a lot)
IDK I think I might be a type 2 err...is that 3
Wow, Is this "pick on Hurdi" week or what? OK, I'll bite. Hurdi your car looks fat.
But, seriously, I think he was trying to get an idea about "year model vs. mileage and problems?"
Really? My comment was so bad that it deserves a reply like that? Your threads may contain valuable information but no one is going to find them if you don't make any attempt to relate your title to your subject matter.
Whatever floats your boat.
MOTHER
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words again, where is the soap? ,,,, Not just any soap get the LIFE BOUY!
"Over the years I got to be quite a connoisseur of soap. Though my personal preference was for Lux, I found that Palmolive had a nice, piquant after-dinner flavor - heavy, but with a touch of mellow smoothness. Life Buoy, on the other hand... YECCHH!"
- Ralphie in A Christmas Story
99 C2 bought in 05 with 55k miles, now has 110k miles.
Nothing other than normal wear parts replaced, & still runs great!
Paladio Metallic w/ Boxster Red full leather interior.
'99 C2 Artic silver with 62,000 miles purchased in December of 2011. Prior to my purchase it has been driven a total of 5,000 miles in last 5 years. No problems - just preventive items - replaced IMS, RMS, AOS, water pump, thermostat, coolant flush, 60K maintenace. Had the goofy horn issue where it would beep if you went over a bump or stopped quick. Replaced the air bag bracket ($60) inside the steering wheel to fix that.
I live in southern Alabama so drove the car to Flat 6 in Cleveland, Ga to let Jake do the work. If you have a chance to drive up that way I would recommend it. A beautiful part of the state and some nice winding roads.
99 c2 black on black with 90,000 km. I've only had the since July but no issues so far. IMS was done by previous owner and I plan on doing some maintenance items next year.
I think this thread is great. We always post on this board looking for help when there is a problem with our cars so it is a nice change to hear about people who have not had any issues outside of wear and tear items.
I have 99 C2 with 48k miles on it and its my daily. I so far replaced trunk shock, coolant tank and serpentine belt. No oil leaks just done my 45k mile everything was great.
I'll bite. MY99, currently 62k miles, have owned since 9/06, with 35k miles at the time oy purchase. Only routine work done other than a wheel bearing replaced. Very reliable and still enjoy driving it every time I start the engine.
I love the '99's so much I'm on my 2nd one. The one I have now is Glacier White with full leather. I added '19's got rid of the 1st generation headlights that had the bight orange turn signals for a set out of an '01 that I picked up on eBay for less than I sold the orange ones on eBay as well. I changed the tail lights to LED lights by Spyder, clear side markers. Revamped the entire sound system, new amp up front, Kenwood KDC X995, custom sub box that nestles in behind the rear seats with one 8" and a 400 watt amp and changed every speaker in the car. It has XM, Pandora, Bluetooth, HDFM, and iPod in the center console. I added a 7" Megellan Nav into the space where the CD storage holder and cubby was. Aluminum pedals, and lots of other little touches. I love my car and tell my kids I want to be buried in it, Ha. For me it's a sickness. I wax the car come hell or high water every Sunday, no BS it looks showroom brand new.
Bought my '99 sight unseen at the height of the market (early '04).
Enhanced it's appearance...bumper plugs, bumperettes, tint, '02 rims, spacers, LED 3rd brakelight.
Enhanced it's performance...coilovers, short shift, exhaust, motor mounts, sways and Flat 6 3.6 build (thanks Jake and logray!)
So, I've bought the car, not once, but twice. Who cares? Life is short and it's only money. I redline it every time I drive it.
Life...is...good.
Wait till you get OLD.
I play racquetball with the kids at a local college twice a week. When I get home things I didn't even know I had hurt. Damn young whippersnappers. And don't snap that whipper too much cause that breaks down too!
I can still remember when my pride and joy used to stand at attention and watch me shave.
Now he just hangs his head and watches me tie my shoes!?!
I love to watch the coeds, especially in their yoga pants. It’s just that... I forget why??
