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One of my friend's Dad's owns a small dealership that's going out of business and he has two 911's that he'd sell me for something in the high 20's. Both are C2s, 1 owner cars, and they're both silver with black leather. One is a 2001 with 17k mi and the full aero kit and the other is a 2004 with 32k mi.
I ran them both through Carfax and they're clean, and the 2004 has full receipts for all the maintenance. Which would you go for? I understand the 3.6 is nicer but is it anymore reliable than say the 3.4? What year were the intermediate shafts updated? I like the looks of the aero kit but the 2004 felt a lot more refined.
"One of my friend's Dad's owns a small dealership that's going out of business..."
That sounds like the beginning of a bad story...
All things being equal buy the newest one you can afford...
Do a search for 996 buying guide...
And get a certified mechanic to do an inspection...carmax doesn't mean jack
It's not a shady deal, he's been selling off his inventory for a while now but the Porsche's haven't sold in this market. He's just selling it for what he paid for them at auction. I think I feel more comfortable with the '04 because of the glovebox full of receipts and the full dealer maintenance. That being said even though I have no problem tearing apart and rebuilding exotic cars, I will be buying a warranty. I just wanted to know is a better value and can handle a beating.
Both in the high 20's? It seems ridiculous to consider an '01 when an '04 is similarly priced.
There has been no significant IMS update throughout the life of the M96. The IMS no longer exists for 2009.
For nearly the same money 2004. Get a PPI completed on it and if it checks out, drive it like you stole it.
Which ever one you get you'd better
post some !@#$^&(* pics
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Hey guys, I jumped all over him BEFORE he bought the car. I am NOT losing my touch!
Get the facelift. Don't worry about the mileage- these cars were meant to be driven. Post some pics and welcome to Rennlist. Membership is worth every penny.
I'd go for the 01. Not for any particular reason of merit, just wanted to present an opposing opinion to prevent a unanimous response. I like being a contrarian and stirring up controversy.
And the sun still rises in the East! Just when I was beginning to lose faith in the absolutes in this world... thanks for making the world right again Tim!
Rudy
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'01 Arctic Silver C2 Cabriolet
'03 Silver F-150 Supercrew
