996 3.6 Targa advice?

[wineman02]

I have done a search but the function is just stalling on me so excuse me if this has been asked before...

I am thinking of getting a 996 Targa 3.6 as a daily drive. I used to have a 996 C2 and loved it and like things that are a little different so the Targa appeals. Any advice on what they are like to own as opposed to a standard coupe?

Thanks

[MrC986]

Helped a friend buy an '02 Targa recently.Besides the usual 996 issues,the things to look for are all roof related.The roofs are apparently known to rattle & can be difficult to adjust. You also need to look at the roof seals as apparently the extreme weather last winter meant quite a few needed new rubbers if they were left exposed to the winter or had damp seals as the weather cooled. You also need to check the operation of the rear tailgate on the Targa & the internal blind/ease with which the roof opens closes.

One final thing,given the amount of glass in the roof,you might just want to check the leather as clearly it will get alot more exposure to the sun & should have been more regularly treated/fed.

My friend had a good buy in August with 60k miles, a great spec incl Bose/heated seats, FSH, new front brakes etc & all for just over £17k from a dealer north of Bham - values will have softened further & you will pay more in the SE. Happy 'shopping'

[wineman02]

Thanks for the reply - appreciated.

I think your friend was on the money as the one I have seen is very similar. The roof was sticking when I went to see it today so would have to be sorted out prior to purchase.