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Went to view this today.
I'm close to doing a deal. Seems straight, honest and original. The front bumper is creased and requires paint, which will be done. I have also asked if they could source and paint/fit the aero spoiler to go with the skirts, anyone know where that can be sourced from and at what cost?
A couple of wheels are a little scuffed but they said as they are split rim they won't refurbish them. Anyone know if it's possible and how much would it cost me?
The most worrying thing is the bottom of the engine is a little oily. It's not dripping onto the road, but it is there and there's not just a fine mist but a definite blob or two hanging on. Where would this likely be originating from and does it make this car a walk away job?
Should I be checking anything else? Good value? Seems priced reasonably to me, been looking for ages for this spec.
Thanks in advance everyone
I'm close to doing a deal. Seems straight, honest and original. The front bumper is creased and requires paint, which will be done. I have also asked if they could source and paint/fit the aero spoiler to go with the skirts, anyone know where that can be sourced from and at what cost?
A couple of wheels are a little scuffed but they said as they are split rim they won't refurbish them. Anyone know if it's possible and how much would it cost me?
The most worrying thing is the bottom of the engine is a little oily. It's not dripping onto the road, but it is there and there's not just a fine mist but a definite blob or two hanging on. Where would this likely be originating from and does it make this car a walk away job?
Should I be checking anything else? Good value? Seems priced reasonably to me, been looking for ages for this spec.
Thanks in advance everyone
Edited by Ray Luxury-Yacht on Tuesday 14th August 02:43
If the front bumper has a crease it means it's probably had a impact, however small an impact is an impact without removing the bumper and checking the impact bar underneath you don't know how bad it is.
Those are standard Porsche Sport Design wheels so i can't understand why they won't refurb them or at least reduce the cost to cover refurb.
Oily engine could mean the start of an RMS leak which if the car is out of Porsche warranty will cost you around £1000 to fix depending on where you go (OPC v Independent)
I would personally keep looking there are a lot of cars like this available around the country, but if you have your heart set on it make sure you get a proper pre purchase inspection from a Porsche specialist or Porsche OPC.
editted to add that it is a little on the expensive side to, especially considering the post purchase costs to you for wheel refurb and possible warranty purchase and RMS work if necessary.
Those are standard Porsche Sport Design wheels so i can't understand why they won't refurb them or at least reduce the cost to cover refurb.
Oily engine could mean the start of an RMS leak which if the car is out of Porsche warranty will cost you around £1000 to fix depending on where you go (OPC v Independent)
I would personally keep looking there are a lot of cars like this available around the country, but if you have your heart set on it make sure you get a proper pre purchase inspection from a Porsche specialist or Porsche OPC.
editted to add that it is a little on the expensive side to, especially considering the post purchase costs to you for wheel refurb and possible warranty purchase and RMS work if necessary.
Edited by Steve_M on Tuesday 14th August 02:59
You can refurb those wheels. I had a 996 C4 with same wheels and got them done by wicked wheels in high wycombe and they were done perfectly at around £80 a wheel, I assume its just the edges that are damaged and not the centre piece.
Given your slight doubts I would consider a Porsche inspection?
Given your slight doubts I would consider a Porsche inspection?
I think that it would be worth your while getting the official Porsche check carried out, for all the reasons listed above. The wheels are specifically not GT3 wheels, they are Sport Design wheels. The Aerokit looks good, but I did not think that Porsche fitted the front and sides without the tail spoiler. Is this an official or unofficial Aerokit? Have a good look at other threads on here that cover 996 engines because there is quite a bit about major oil seals and the implications.
cardigankid said:
I think that it would be worth your while getting the official Porsche check carried out, for all the reasons listed above. The wheels are specifically not GT3 wheels, they are Sport Design wheels. The Aerokit looks good, but I did not think that Porsche fitted the front and sides without the tail spoiler. Is this an official or unofficial Aerokit? Have a good look at other threads on here that cover 996 engines because there is quite a bit about major oil seals and the implications.
Cheers chaps. Yes, I know it's a tip but I will be mostly commuting into central London each day so specifically wanted a tip. I also want a convertible because it's just so nice on a sunny day, plus I will be taking her abroad a bit. I don't worry about the slightly flexy chassis and slushbox, because I get my performance kicks from racing my superbike 
Been doing a search for oil leak problems, can't find anything too specific though, although i've heard about the RSM, rear main seal??? Are there any other leak points?
As for the aerokit, delete spoiler was an option by all accounts.
Who do you recommend to do a Porsche check on the car? It's in the Shepard's bush / Notting Hill area. I thought Portiacraft might be ok, and they're not too far away, what do y'all think?
Fank ooo!
Get the dealer to take it round to the local OPC and have the 111 point check done (about £300). Whatever needs doing can then be put right at the dealers cost and you can then have 1 years Porsche warranty for £895. The selling dealer will probably be offering a "worthless" warranty anyway so get them to deduct the cost of that from the agreed price. Many on here will attest to the need for OP warranty.
If he won't do it or won't agree to put everything right that the OPC find wrong then move onto the next car.
If he won't do it or won't agree to put everything right that the OPC find wrong then move onto the next car.
I'd agree with all the comments and get the car inspected by an OPC (you're closest to Chiswick but I'd use East London) as it sounds like there are some issues.
On the creased bumper, not to worry you but you should get it checked. I had someone reverse into the front of my old 997. Visually there was hardly anything (a small scratch) but upon inspection the impact (tiny speed) caused over £2.5k damage - bumper cracked on the inside, undertray misaligned, broken panel mounts, etc.
Either get it 100% checked out by an OPC or walk away would be my advice - there's lots of good ones out there.
On the creased bumper, not to worry you but you should get it checked. I had someone reverse into the front of my old 997. Visually there was hardly anything (a small scratch) but upon inspection the impact (tiny speed) caused over £2.5k damage - bumper cracked on the inside, undertray misaligned, broken panel mounts, etc.
Either get it 100% checked out by an OPC or walk away would be my advice - there's lots of good ones out there.
Denis O said:
Get the dealer to take it round to the local OPC and have the 111 point check done (about £300). Whatever needs doing can then be put right at the dealers cost and you can then have 1 years Porsche warranty for £895. The selling dealer will probably be offering a "worthless" warranty anyway so get them to deduct the cost of that from the agreed price. Many on here will attest to the need for OP warranty.
If he won't do it or won't agree to put everything right that the OPC find wrong then move onto the next car.
Righto, this is the route I will go down. Actually i've done some more searching and it seems the inspection / warranty thing is the way to go. RMS seal failure doesn't seem a vast worry unless it gets really bad.If he won't do it or won't agree to put everything right that the OPC find wrong then move onto the next car.
Thanks again everyone!
Ray Luxury-Yacht said:
Denis O said:
Get the dealer to take it round to the local OPC and have the 111 point check done (about £300). Whatever needs doing can then be put right at the dealers cost and you can then have 1 years Porsche warranty for £895. The selling dealer will probably be offering a "worthless" warranty anyway so get them to deduct the cost of that from the agreed price. Many on here will attest to the need for OP warranty.
If he won't do it or won't agree to put everything right that the OPC find wrong then move onto the next car.
Righto, this is the route I will go down. Actually i've done some more searching and it seems the inspection / warranty thing is the way to go. RMS seal failure doesn't seem a vast worry unless it gets really bad.If he won't do it or won't agree to put everything right that the OPC find wrong then move onto the next car.
Thanks again everyone!
You can have mine for 27k dude.
chris_w said:
Ray Luxury-Yacht said:
I know it's a tip but I will be mostly commuting into central London each day
Hi, if that's the case I would personally be looking for a post March 2001 car just in case Ken gets his way:Link
The little cvnt.
Edited by Vesuvius 996 on Tuesday 14th August 14:21
Vesuvius 996 said:
chris_w said:
Ray Luxury-Yacht said:
I know it's a tip but I will be mostly commuting into central London each day
Hi, if that's the case I would personally be looking for a post March 2001 car just in case Ken gets his way:Link
But I'm sure Ken will think of a devious way to close that gap once he's read my post though...
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