911 Carrera 2

[Paulrsvr99]

Have just bought my first ever Porsche....911 Carrera 2 2005
Anybody with any tips about general ownership etc associated with this model would be much appreciated.

Cheers

[Paulrsvr99]

Have just bought my first ever Porsche....911 Carrera 2 2005
Anybody with any tips about general ownership etc associated with this model would be much appreciated.

Cheers

[DeeKay17]

Check the 2 side rear windows. They should be stuck down well against the seal. If there's any flex when you push from the outside then it needs a repair. It's a common fault.

The usual look out for blacker tail pipes on one side... sign of a major problem.

Check oil level everyday before you start up in the morning. Takes 6 seconds.

[jimmyone]

get prepared for lactic acid build up in your face from smiling so much

[Tydeides]

Congratulations. You need to share a picture of it.

Best tip is to enjoy it; the 997 (assuming it is) is a lovely car.

[stoneleigh]

Give the paintwork plenty of love. Resin polish gives a great finish and feeds the paintwork. Get yourself a great valet who loves the car like you do. Careful of wearing jeans because you will scuff the leather on the door side of the driver's seat - bet you can see some wear on it from previous owners. Assuming the car has a full Porsche service (and repair if necessary) history, then If you have any damage or scuffs get it repaired by Porsche approved only - it's a cost, but you are hitting the residual if you don't. It's a false economy to have a sub-standard repair to save a bit of money.
Enjoy. Andy.

[IMI A]

Congrats stunning. Pick of the 997 range the bog standard Carrera on 18s. Peach of car for road use where you can use all of its power so much more easily than more powerful versions

[M3Alan]

Congrats on the purchase, I also picked up a 2005 C2 a couple of weeks ago. Enjoy!