Mega miles GT3
Discussion
lemmingjames said:
The man must be lying, what happened to the 10 year old refresh, given that the ave. Gt3 does 4k miles a year = 30 years of refresh needed ;-)
Whilst that tiresome myth was inaccurate when first uttered on these pages some years ago, my guess is it has some substance now the first Gen 1 997 GT3's are ten + years old. However some careful planning and a sensible maintenance regime should ensure the full £10 + k's worth expenditure should need never be required in one hit.The individual responsible for perpetuating the nonsense clearly believes the adage "If the ashtray is full, the car's not drivable". I (and I suspect most on here) wouldn't concur.
Of course all the mechanical components on a car will start to wear from the minute the car rolls out of the factory, that however doesn't mean they all need replacing at the first major service
As far as the suspension is concerned, a decent inspection annually (for a road car) along with a geo and corner weight check will be more than sufficient to ensure it's condition is optimal.
Slippydiff said:
lemmingjames said:
The man must be lying, what happened to the 10 year old refresh, given that the ave. Gt3 does 4k miles a year = 30 years of refresh needed ;-)
Whilst that tiresome myth was inaccurate when first uttered on these pages some years ago, my guess is it has some substance now the first Gen 1 997 GT3's are ten + years old. However some careful planning and a sensible maintenance regime should ensure the full £10 + k's worth expenditure should need never be required in one hit.The individual responsible for perpetuating the nonsense clearly believes the adage "If the ashtray is full, the car's not drivable". I (and I suspect most on here) wouldn't concur.
Of course all the mechanical components on a car will start to wear from the minute the car rolls out of the factory, that however doesn't mean they all need replacing at the first major service
As far as the suspension is concerned, a decent inspection annually (for a road car) along with a geo and corner weight check will be more than sufficient to ensure it's condition is optimal.Morning chaps - It's with great pleasure (and some trepidation) that I confirm I have completed the purchase of the mega miles GT3! Delivery is expected next weekend (being transported down from Yorkshire to London which is somewhat ironic given the mileage).
The car passed through its 111 point inspection at OPC Leeds with only a few minor items flagged (which are being seen to as I write). This includes unblocking the scuttle panel drainage plugs, a wheel alignment, new drive belt, brake fluid top up and new clutch (none of which were urgently required but I feel are prudent to do with some track days lined up). Alexanders Prestige have agreed to carry out the works at cost using OEM Porsche parts where applicable.
For what it's worth, Porsche themselves carried out an over-revs check which also read zero across all ranges despite over 3k hours of engine running time! Make of that what you will but given the overall condition of the car and feedback from those that know it, I've decided to be glass half-full and believe it!
Many thanks to Bob from porscheinspections.com who helped me sense check the information relating to the car (checking factory options etc). Although he did not inspect it on this occasion, Bob has helped inspect other GT3s for me recently and did a super job i.e. saved me wasting a lot of money! I'd also like to thank Matt at Fearnsport and OPC Leeds for taking the time to talk to me in depth about the car before I'd even bought it - hopefully I'll find time to visit Fearnsport when I'm next up at Silverstone.
So, for those interested in following the next chapter of this car's seemingly immortal life, I will try to post on this thread from time to time but more regular updates will take place on my instagram account (also lukelovescars). Lots of exciting adventures planned for the year ahead (LeMans, Ring, Castle Combe, Goodwood, Silverstone, S.France etc.) so hope you like the posts!
The car passed through its 111 point inspection at OPC Leeds with only a few minor items flagged (which are being seen to as I write). This includes unblocking the scuttle panel drainage plugs, a wheel alignment, new drive belt, brake fluid top up and new clutch (none of which were urgently required but I feel are prudent to do with some track days lined up). Alexanders Prestige have agreed to carry out the works at cost using OEM Porsche parts where applicable.
For what it's worth, Porsche themselves carried out an over-revs check which also read zero across all ranges despite over 3k hours of engine running time! Make of that what you will but given the overall condition of the car and feedback from those that know it, I've decided to be glass half-full and believe it!
Many thanks to Bob from porscheinspections.com who helped me sense check the information relating to the car (checking factory options etc). Although he did not inspect it on this occasion, Bob has helped inspect other GT3s for me recently and did a super job i.e. saved me wasting a lot of money! I'd also like to thank Matt at Fearnsport and OPC Leeds for taking the time to talk to me in depth about the car before I'd even bought it - hopefully I'll find time to visit Fearnsport when I'm next up at Silverstone.
So, for those interested in following the next chapter of this car's seemingly immortal life, I will try to post on this thread from time to time but more regular updates will take place on my instagram account (also lukelovescars). Lots of exciting adventures planned for the year ahead (LeMans, Ring, Castle Combe, Goodwood, Silverstone, S.France etc.) so hope you like the posts!
lukelovescars said:
Morning chaps - It's with great pleasure (and some trepidation) that I confirm I have completed the purchase of the mega miles GT3! Delivery is expected next weekend (being transported down from Yorkshire to London which is somewhat ironic given the mileage).
The car passed through its 111 point inspection at OPC Leeds with only a few minor items flagged (which are being seen to as I write). This includes unblocking the scuttle panel drainage plugs, a wheel alignment, new drive belt, brake fluid top up and new clutch (none of which were urgently required but I feel are prudent to do with some track days lined up). Alexanders Prestige have agreed to carry out the works at cost using OEM Porsche parts where applicable.
For what it's worth, Porsche themselves carried out an over-revs check which also read zero across all ranges despite over 3k hours of engine running time! Make of that what you will but given the overall condition of the car and feedback from those that know it, I've decided to be glass half-full and believe it!
Many thanks to Bob from porscheinspections.com who helped me sense check the information relating to the car (checking factory options etc). Although he did not inspect it on this occasion, Bob has helped inspect other GT3s for me recently and did a super job i.e. saved me wasting a lot of money! I'd also like to thank Matt at Fearnsport and OPC Leeds for taking the time to talk to me in depth about the car before I'd even bought it - hopefully I'll find time to visit Fearnsport when I'm next up at Silverstone.
So, for those interested in following the next chapter of this car's seemingly immortal life, I will try to post on this thread from time to time but more regular updates will take place on my instagram account (also lukelovescars). Lots of exciting adventures planned for the year ahead (LeMans, Ring, Castle Combe, Goodwood, Silverstone, S.France etc.) so hope you like the posts!
Congratulations - it looks lovely in the shots and it sounds like you've entered into ownership with your eyes open - I wish you the best of luck - enjoy The car passed through its 111 point inspection at OPC Leeds with only a few minor items flagged (which are being seen to as I write). This includes unblocking the scuttle panel drainage plugs, a wheel alignment, new drive belt, brake fluid top up and new clutch (none of which were urgently required but I feel are prudent to do with some track days lined up). Alexanders Prestige have agreed to carry out the works at cost using OEM Porsche parts where applicable.
For what it's worth, Porsche themselves carried out an over-revs check which also read zero across all ranges despite over 3k hours of engine running time! Make of that what you will but given the overall condition of the car and feedback from those that know it, I've decided to be glass half-full and believe it!
Many thanks to Bob from porscheinspections.com who helped me sense check the information relating to the car (checking factory options etc). Although he did not inspect it on this occasion, Bob has helped inspect other GT3s for me recently and did a super job i.e. saved me wasting a lot of money! I'd also like to thank Matt at Fearnsport and OPC Leeds for taking the time to talk to me in depth about the car before I'd even bought it - hopefully I'll find time to visit Fearnsport when I'm next up at Silverstone.
So, for those interested in following the next chapter of this car's seemingly immortal life, I will try to post on this thread from time to time but more regular updates will take place on my instagram account (also lukelovescars). Lots of exciting adventures planned for the year ahead (LeMans, Ring, Castle Combe, Goodwood, Silverstone, S.France etc.) so hope you like the posts!
The costs come with:
1. Leaking dampers
2. Lower control arm bushes
3. Aircon condensers
4. Radiators
5. Rear silencer boxes
6. Clutch
Having said that, the car has probably never really cooled down so there should be minimal corrosion --- which gets rid of quite a lot of the above !!
This is a classy story
1. Leaking dampers
2. Lower control arm bushes
3. Aircon condensers
4. Radiators
5. Rear silencer boxes
6. Clutch
Having said that, the car has probably never really cooled down so there should be minimal corrosion --- which gets rid of quite a lot of the above !!
This is a classy story
Mousem40 said:
What may also be of interest is I asked for all 4 dampers to be refurbed. The fronts needed it, the rears, even after 10 years (and they were the original unrefurbished items) were so close to original spec (~1NM off) that Bilstein said it was pointless didn't bother and only charged £26+VAT each for a calibration check and printouts.
FWIW my 16 year old 996 turbo was in at CG earlier this month and all four shocks were original and still bang on performance parameters. Apparently, Chris tells me the quality of Bilstein fitted to the GT and turbo cars is higher than that of lesser models...Only issue was that mine needed a front o/s top mount bearing.
lukelovescars said:
Morning chaps - It's with great pleasure (and some trepidation) that I confirm I have completed the purchase of the mega miles GT3! Delivery is expected next weekend (being transported down from Yorkshire to London which is somewhat ironic given the mileage).
The car passed through its 111 point inspection at OPC Leeds with only a few minor items flagged (which are being seen to as I write). This includes unblocking the scuttle panel drainage plugs, a wheel alignment, new drive belt, brake fluid top up and new clutch (none of which were urgently required but I feel are prudent to do with some track days lined up). Alexanders Prestige have agreed to carry out the works at cost using OEM Porsche parts where applicable.
For what it's worth, Porsche themselves carried out an over-revs check which also read zero across all ranges despite over 3k hours of engine running time! Make of that what you will but given the overall condition of the car and feedback from those that know it, I've decided to be glass half-full and believe it!
Many thanks to Bob from porscheinspections.com who helped me sense check the information relating to the car (checking factory options etc). Although he did not inspect it on this occasion, Bob has helped inspect other GT3s for me recently and did a super job i.e. saved me wasting a lot of money! I'd also like to thank Matt at Fearnsport and OPC Leeds for taking the time to talk to me in depth about the car before I'd even bought it - hopefully I'll find time to visit Fearnsport when I'm next up at Silverstone.
So, for those interested in following the next chapter of this car's seemingly immortal life, I will try to post on this thread from time to time but more regular updates will take place on my instagram account (also lukelovescars). Lots of exciting adventures planned for the year ahead (LeMans, Ring, Castle Combe, Goodwood, Silverstone, S.France etc.) so hope you like the posts!
I hope you do a readers car thread on this. Be great to hear how you get on with the car, I am very jealous.The car passed through its 111 point inspection at OPC Leeds with only a few minor items flagged (which are being seen to as I write). This includes unblocking the scuttle panel drainage plugs, a wheel alignment, new drive belt, brake fluid top up and new clutch (none of which were urgently required but I feel are prudent to do with some track days lined up). Alexanders Prestige have agreed to carry out the works at cost using OEM Porsche parts where applicable.
For what it's worth, Porsche themselves carried out an over-revs check which also read zero across all ranges despite over 3k hours of engine running time! Make of that what you will but given the overall condition of the car and feedback from those that know it, I've decided to be glass half-full and believe it!
Many thanks to Bob from porscheinspections.com who helped me sense check the information relating to the car (checking factory options etc). Although he did not inspect it on this occasion, Bob has helped inspect other GT3s for me recently and did a super job i.e. saved me wasting a lot of money! I'd also like to thank Matt at Fearnsport and OPC Leeds for taking the time to talk to me in depth about the car before I'd even bought it - hopefully I'll find time to visit Fearnsport when I'm next up at Silverstone.
So, for those interested in following the next chapter of this car's seemingly immortal life, I will try to post on this thread from time to time but more regular updates will take place on my instagram account (also lukelovescars). Lots of exciting adventures planned for the year ahead (LeMans, Ring, Castle Combe, Goodwood, Silverstone, S.France etc.) so hope you like the posts!
Digga said:
Mousem40 said:
What may also be of interest is I asked for all 4 dampers to be refurbed. The fronts needed it, the rears, even after 10 years (and they were the original unrefurbished items) were so close to original spec (~1NM off) that Bilstein said it was pointless didn't bother and only charged £26+VAT each for a calibration check and printouts.
FWIW my 16 year old 996 turbo was in at CG earlier this month and all four shocks were original and still bang on performance parameters. Apparently, Chris tells me the quality of Bilstein fitted to the GT and turbo cars is higher than that of lesser models...Only issue was that mine needed a front o/s top mount bearing.
Mousem40 said:
Digga said:
Mousem40 said:
What may also be of interest is I asked for all 4 dampers to be refurbed. The fronts needed it, the rears, even after 10 years (and they were the original unrefurbished items) were so close to original spec (~1NM off) that Bilstein said it was pointless didn't bother and only charged £26+VAT each for a calibration check and printouts.
FWIW my 16 year old 996 turbo was in at CG earlier this month and all four shocks were original and still bang on performance parameters. Apparently, Chris tells me the quality of Bilstein fitted to the GT and turbo cars is higher than that of lesser models...Only issue was that mine needed a front o/s top mount bearing.
The other side is doing it now. Also on the last MOT a 'misting' of oil was noticed on one of the dampers.
It's due a visit to CG I reckon.
Steve Rance said:
Yep, thats relatively 'buttons' money. Based on that, I'll have mine refurbed and fit a DSC module for my 997 suspension. If it is set up how i expect it to be, it wil be a very good system. If it doesnt, i'll have it programed how i want it. I think that it has the capabilities to do to what i'd want of it. Has the potential to be a very good combination.
Am thinking the very same thing Steve! 
Fl0pp3r said:
Steve Rance said:
Yep, thats relatively 'buttons' money. Based on that, I'll have mine refurbed and fit a DSC module for my 997 suspension. If it is set up how i expect it to be, it wil be a very good system. If it doesnt, i'll have it programed how i want it. I think that it has the capabilities to do to what i'd want of it. Has the potential to be a very good combination.
Am thinking the very same thing Steve! Gassing Station | 911/Carrera GT | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff