what is an 'early' 3.4 996?
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Cleanhands said:
Maybe it confirms the idea that a decent, fully functioning 996 is a £20k car.
I think that's pretty much the way things are. Although I don't subscribe to the idea that because a car has had a lot spent on it in the past it's going to need (disproportionally) more spent going forwards.That 14k car clearly needs a y-cable and new starter but other than that it should be pretty solid. Obviously it depends on the state of the rust though as it could be a basket case! Not a bad price if it's solid for someone who is happy getting their hands dirty. Plus if it is a 3.6 in a 996.1 then that makes it more interesting to me!
shalmaneser said:
Cleanhands said:
Maybe it confirms the idea that a decent, fully functioning 996 is a £20k car.
I think that's pretty much the way things are. Although I don't subscribe to the idea that because a car has had a lot spent on it in the past it's going to need (disproportionally) more spent going forwards.That 14k car clearly needs a y-cable and new starter but other than that it should be pretty solid. Obviously it depends on the state of the rust though as it could be a basket case! Not a bad price if it's solid for someone who is happy getting their hands dirty. Plus if it is a 3.6 in a 996.1 then that makes it more interesting to me!
As mentioned in passing above, I'm about to hit 150k miles. It will be going to the local specialist for a good service, and a general look over in the coming weeks.
Is there anything the gurus on here would check, specifically, given the mileage? I don't mind paying for the working time spent, even if nothing is found - for peace of mind. There is nothing outwardly wrong with the car other than the usual 2nd gear being a little notchy until warm.
Is there anything the gurus on here would check, specifically, given the mileage? I don't mind paying for the working time spent, even if nothing is found - for peace of mind. There is nothing outwardly wrong with the car other than the usual 2nd gear being a little notchy until warm.
OpulentBob said:
As mentioned in passing above, I'm about to hit 150k miles. It will be going to the local specialist for a good service, and a general look over in the coming weeks.
Is there anything the gurus on here would check, specifically, given the mileage? I don't mind paying for the working time spent, even if nothing is found - for peace of mind. There is nothing outwardly wrong with the car other than the usual 2nd gear being a little notchy until warm.
I just did a gearbox oil change on my 986 which improved the gear change. But they just wear on 2nd so its only time till it will need a gearbox rebuild. Personally I wouldn't tell the specialist to go looking for work because that could just make the cost escalate rapidly.Is there anything the gurus on here would check, specifically, given the mileage? I don't mind paying for the working time spent, even if nothing is found - for peace of mind. There is nothing outwardly wrong with the car other than the usual 2nd gear being a little notchy until warm.
Filibuster said:
Gad-Westy said:
The double DIN thing in that looks a nightmare. I presume that the panel above is now just a blanking plate. Looks like it would be a right pain to operate and see the screen with the gearstick right there in front of it. To be honest, position aside, any of those third party double DIN units never look right in any car to me. Good in terms of adding functionality but always look so obviously out of sorts with the rest of the dash.
I'm of the exact same opinion as you are! Equally important to me is the graphics of such a device, as well as the look when the radio is off. (no, having the Porsche crest as a wallpaper doesn't make it look oem)
Also the integration with BC, etc. But I do know that I'm a bit anal with these sort of things and I know a lot of people have other priorities and are happy with a cheap after market radio/Naviceiver.
The only double DIN Radio I'd consider in a 996 is the new-ish PCCM+ from Porsche.
But I'd probably just fit an OEM Becker CDR-22 and have a central console delete, if I'd have a 996.
Can't wait for the PCCM+ for my 997, that is hopefully coming next year tough!
OpulentBob said:
As mentioned in passing above, I'm about to hit 150k miles. It will be going to the local specialist for a good service, and a general look over in the coming weeks.
Is there anything the gurus on here would check, specifically, given the mileage? I don't mind paying for the working time spent, even if nothing is found - for peace of mind. There is nothing outwardly wrong with the car other than the usual 2nd gear being a little notchy until warm.
Bob it really depends on your relationship with your garage, I have been using mine for 15 years for all the family cars, even the lads £3k mini gets parked next to £50K+ motors for servicing. My 996 is the obvious glue to using this garage & so its the one the owner & I always talk about.Is there anything the gurus on here would check, specifically, given the mileage? I don't mind paying for the working time spent, even if nothing is found - for peace of mind. There is nothing outwardly wrong with the car other than the usual 2nd gear being a little notchy until warm.
Come servicing time I tell him I have £X amount to spend on it this year & trust him to judge how is best to spend it, obviously pointing out any issues I think I have.
t.Just wow ! Where to start with that......? Does that rollcage have no triangulation / support back to the rear bulkhead / seat base, and no tie-in to the top of the B-pillar ??? ie just bolted to the floor at the foot of the B-pillar. Looks like a Darwin Awards candidate to me.......
Grey alert
Grey alert
Grey alert
Not really a colour but certainly feels different to me.
But its a 2001 - that's not early right?
https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/12163609
Grey alert
Grey alert
Not really a colour but certainly feels different to me.
But its a 2001 - that's not early right?
https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/12163609
ATM said:
FTFY 
ATM said:
Grey alert
Grey alert
Grey alert
Not really a colour but certainly feels different to me.
But its a 2001 - that's not early right?
https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/12163609
My word, I think this is about right up there being my perfect 996 Grey alert
Grey alert
Not really a colour but certainly feels different to me.
But its a 2001 - that's not early right?
https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/12163609
No, it's not early. It has the PSM button -> e-cable. I'm never sure without looking up about the piston coating tough....
Grey is just about my favorite colour, yes I am that boring
This is just about the perfect spec for my and how I would have specced it from new. Simply lovely!
Also I'm a sucker for originality and as has been said, it doesn't vome better than still having the original umbrella.
As I always do with cars, I buy the seller. With this I get very, very good vibes!!!!!!
Would I bee in the UK, I would have been on the phone this morning!!!
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