Difference between services and where to service in W Lond
Difference between services and where to service in W Lond
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V6Alfisti

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3,313 posts

249 months

Tuesday 9th October 2018
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Hi,

I have just committed to a 911 Carrera 4 (2008/Gen 1) Tiptronic.

It needs a service and I can't quite fathom what type of service it needs.

I dont have the service history paperwork for the first 2 services but the 3rd one had an oil change, air filter, brake fluid change 2 years/4k miles ago.

What do I need? I think the drive belts will need to be replaced as they are a little squeeky and I might just get the sparks done because I don't have the actual paperwork.

What is the difference between a minor and major? Not the easiest thing to find...

Also I am based in W11 Notting Hill, any suggestions for a good specialist? It looks like Porsche Torque, 9E and RGA are all good?

V6Alfisti

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3,313 posts

249 months

Tuesday 9th October 2018
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I think I have found my answer

You basically get an oil change and pollen filter on a minor, the major adds an air filter which is needed every 4 years.


mr pg

2,037 posts

227 months

Tuesday 9th October 2018
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A major every 4 years will also include plugs, which is where the extra expense comes in.

peterg1955

746 posts

186 months

Wednesday 10th October 2018
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Just for info 911virgn use Sid at Porsche Torque for any service/repair jobs on cars they buy in/sell (unless it has to go back to an OPC because of warranty conditions etc) I know he's just down the road from them but I doubt they'd use anyone unless they could depend on the quality of the work done.

V6Alfisti

Original Poster:

3,313 posts

249 months

Wednesday 10th October 2018
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peterg1955 said:
Just for info 911virgn use Sid at Porsche Torque for any service/repair jobs on cars they buy in/sell (unless it has to go back to an OPC because of warranty conditions etc) I know he's just down the road from them but I doubt they'd use anyone unless they could depend on the quality of the work done.
Thanks, since posting I have booked in with Porsche Torque as their reputation appears to be very strong.