996 mk2 gt3 vs 997c2s mk1?!

[isleofthorns]

Looking at 911's for some time... Interested in the above two in the 30-40k bracket. I have a trailer only m3, so would want something capable of the odd spur-of-the-moment track day but also regular road use.
Am concerned with reliability wrt the 997, age on the 996 and residuals on both.
Mileage probably 5k pa.
Thoughts?

[g7jhp]

The 997 2S would be fine but best get a warrenty if you're worried about the engine issues that can occur on a small minority. The 996 GT3.2 will be harder work on the road due and in traffic, but a great weekend/ track car.

As with all Porshe you're best driving them and getting an potential purchases professionally inspected.

My money would go on a GT3 if weekend or Turbo/GT2 if more frequent.

[anonymous-user]

Had both and two very different cars. 997 is a great daily road car, GT3 isn't In my opinion. And vice versa on track.
GT 3 better buy residual wise but they get through far more consumables (bushes, brakes and even suspension and diffs) than 997 so will definitely cost more in maimtenaance. If you go 997 get a warranty - no worries and a fixed budegt.
Both great cars.

[isleofthorns]

Can you buy a warranty direct from Porsche if I buy from a non-fanchised dealer? If so, what would the likely cost be for a low-mile 56 plate car?

[anonymous-user]

Yep, but you need a Porsche check by the dealer first. Not sure on price, ? 1250 including check and roadside assistance. Others will know for sure.

[Xstyle]

drmark said:

Yep, but you need a Porsche check by the dealer first. Not sure on price, ? 1250 including check and roadside assistance. Others will know for sure.

Yes it's £1000 for the warranty from OPC for a year, and c.£200 for the 111 point check.


I've asked similar-ish question here :
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...

[Diesel130]

isleofthorns said:

Can you buy a warranty direct from Porsche if I buy from a non-fanchised dealer? If so, what would the likely cost be for a low-mile 56 plate car?

Yes, but you have to own the car for 90 days beforehand. Then it has to pass the 111 point check, has to be 100% original / all porsche parts incl battery, n-rated tyres, etc. And, if it hasn't had full OPC service history, you need a major service.