Gen 2 997 Turbo S questions

[London GT3]

Can anyone help with the following questions:

1. Were there any specification changes to the Gen 2 997 Turbo S after September 2010?

2. Are there any options which are absolute must haves for resale on these cars? I know the marque well but not this particular model.

3. Would the PDK on a 2010 Turbo S be the same "generation" of PDK as the 2012 PDK on my Cayman R?

4. Are there any known issues to look out for on these cars?

Thank you.

[Glenn McMenamin]

1. Not sure, but don't think so.

2. Car came very highly specced as standard. Only other stuff on top is personalisation.
Seen quite a few cars have deleted the standard centre lock Spyder wheels and reverted to 5 bolt Turbo wheels. I think this may be seen as less desirable going forward.

3. Don't know.

4. Not heard of any. Uses a fraction of the oil of my old 996 Turbo. Check rear discs well. They'll have taken a hammering if car has been tracked.

Edited by Glenn McMenamin on Monday 3rd August 22:00

[London GT3]

Thanks Glenn

[Adam B]

1. Doubt it, only produced for 2 years

2. Has all the big items as standard (PCCB, RS Spyder wheels, PDK, adaptive seats, cornering light, PTV, Sport Chrono Pack with active engine mounts) so it is really interior bits you are choosing over

Must haves:
Telephone BT module
Universal audio interface
Heated seats

Desirable:
Park assist
Cruise

Personal stuff I like:
Exterior painted package - side sills and front/rear spoiler lip (especially on bright/light colour cars)
Extra leather bits, especially the rear centre console and lid
I might be in minority here (especially as they were an expensive option on the standard turbo) but I prefer the
turbo 2 wheels over the overly fussy RS spyders with centre locks
I really liked the two tone black leather / cream alcantara seats in a car I sat in (I think only a turbo S option)
Rear wiper - so glad my turbo doesn't have this, ruins the lines IMO

Frippery I wouldn't say no to:
Ventilated seats
Digital TV unit
Crested seats

Edited by Adam B on Tuesday 4th August 10:59

[Digga]

Glenn McMenamin said:

2. Car came very highly specced as standard. Only other stuff on top is personalisation.
Seen quite a few cars have deleted the standard centre lock Spyder wheels and reverted to 5 bolt Turbo wheels. I think this may be seen as less desirable going forward.

IIRC, was that not because at the time the Turbo S came out there was a recall/issue with the centrelocks on the 7.2 GT3 that they first appeared on?

I'm not entirely sure how 'resolved' that is and whether centrelock or 5-bolt would be the desired option, but others here may know better.

[Glenn McMenamin]

Digga said:

IRC, was that not because at the time the Turbo S came out there was a recall/issue with the centrelocks on the 7.2 GT3 that they first appeared on?

I'm not entirely sure how 'resolved' that is and whether centrelock or 5-bolt would be the desired option, but others here may know better.

They released a service bulletin and new centre lock nut which no longer has the 500nm stamped on it. Iirc it is now recommend for 600 or 650nm.

All cars should have been covered by the recall.

[Digga]

Glenn McMenamin said:

Digga said:

IRC, was that not because at the time the Turbo S came out there was a recall/issue with the centrelocks on the 7.2 GT3 that they first appeared on?

I'm not entirely sure how 'resolved' that is and whether centrelock or 5-bolt would be the desired option, but others here may know better.

They released a service bulletin and new centre lock nut which no longer has the 500nm stamped on it. Iirc it is now recommend for 600 or 650nm.

All cars should have been covered by the recall.

Simple enough fix then. Shame their FMEA analysis missed it in the first place really (bad news traveling fast etc.). Thanks for info.

[London GT3]

Thank you very much (especially Adam's full response).

I am looking at one tomorrow so I go fully equipped!

It is at an independent dealer who is offering a 12 month insurance backed warranty (quite limited). What is involved in putting the car onto a Porsche Approved Warranty for 12 months.

Thank you.

[Adam B]

Remove any non-OEM stuff and pay for a 111 point check then pay for the warranty

Also regarding options check on sunroof, they were standard on 997.1 turbo but I read the 997.2 turbo changed o cost option. I use my a lot on sunny or warm days.

Good luck

[London GT3]

So I went to see it and agreed a deal to purchase this:

[Adam B]

very nice - what spec is it? Link to ad?

[FeelingLucky]

REALLY nice colour, not one I've seen before.
How on earth did they get the tailpipes that clean?

Linky to the ad please?

[Shiverman]

Gorgeous colour. Reminds me of the colour of the UK press car for the original 993 Turbo. I think that was one of the cars that made me want a Porsche from a young age.

Look forward to seeing the spec.

[Shiverman]

Gorgeous colour. Reminds me of the colour of the UK press car for the original 993 Turbo. I think that was one of the cars that made me want a Porsche from a young age.

Look forward to seeing the spec.

[Matisse]

London GT3 said:

Thank you very much (especially Adam's full response).

I am looking at one tomorrow so I go fully equipped!

It is at an independent dealer who is offering a 12 month insurance backed warranty (quite limited). What is involved in putting the car onto a Porsche Approved Warranty for 12 months.

Thank you.

The car looks fantastic!

Re your warranty question, my understanding is that if buying a car outside of the original Manufacturer Guarantee period, and either buying outside of any Extended Warranty period or buying within an Extended Warranty period but from a trade rather than private seller, you have to wait 90 days after taking ownership before you can get the 111 point check performed to have a standalone Porsche warranty put on.

When I bought my 997.2RS outside of the network I went through this. I had Porsche check the car before I bought it, and then had to rely on the seller's warranty for the initial 3 month period, and then put the Porsche warranty on. I had a problem with the rads and air conditioning condenser to deal with in the meantime, although in my case the selling dealer and my OPC were both very helpful in getting to a satisfactory outcome.

If I've misinterpreted the situation or process then perhaps someone can correct/clarify...

[London GT3]

Thanks for the enthusiastic comments:

This is the link to the advert

http://www.performancetime.co.uk/cars/porsche-997-...

I have agreed that the dealer will put the car through the necessary to obtain the 1 year Porsche Warranty although it appears that may take 90 days to complete.

[Glenn McMenamin]

Fabulous !!!

Arena Red ?

[berty37]

Congrats what an absolutely stunning looking car..still a big fan of the 997 Turbo. They have held up rather well too - from the photos its in mint condition.

[SFO]

wow!

so wonderful to see a non black or silver 911

it has lots of extra leather everywhere ... center console, PDK gearshift trim, inner door sill guards

lovely.

[Adam B]

Really nice spec

Never heard of Rubin Red before

Needs the front and rear lip painted body colour to match the side sills IMHO