996TT coming down in price?

[Jed]

Hi guys - have been looking on and off again over the last few months. Found another yellow one (what is it with yellow TTs?)

http://carsales.prestigeautotraders.com.au/view.php/our_stock/2002_Porsche_911_TURBO_4WD_Turbo_Yellow_6_Speed_Manual_Coupe/6122143/

Seems reasonable price wise. Will have a look and see. Any comments or inout welcome!

Thanks all

Jed

[Jimmy]

Things that come to mind to look out for on these brilliant cars are;

- Make sure all the dash board screen lights come on when ignition is on prior to starting engine.

- Rear spoiler actuators are known to fail, cost up to 5k to fix, look for oil leaks on actuators

and or error failure message on dash screen.

Press the manual switch button to lift spoiler to see if activates error code.

-Second gear pop out, leave in 2nd let rev (before limiter) and let slow down to almost

walking speed without touching brake or accelerator - expensive to fix if pops out of gear

-Check for fluid leaks, especially coolant or brake fluid, run your had under bottom right of

front fender, between spoiler and wheel arch at the lowest point.

- Engine oil leaks cost up to 9k to fix

I will keep adding more points as it all comes back to me.

The MY03 models have 25% stiffer chassis and most of the above issues sorted.

Hope this helps and good luck.

[Jimmy]

Jed,

Just found a check list letter that I typed up for a ppi with Peter Fitzgerald for a car that i didn't buy.

Hi Peter and Jason,

As arranged with Jason the car will be arriving on Monday 10am by Rob Raymer

I have done a bit of research and have come up with the following items that need extra attention.

The car will not have any warranty and would like a thorough check for peace of mind

as I know you have had plenty of experience with these cars.

I will be coming in as well on Monday and looking forward to having a chat with you.

Re: Pre purchase inspection

2001 Porsche 996 twin turbo

For: Hawthorn Furniture

Items that I have noticed

- Fluid Leak Orange/pink colour 2 large puddles right hand front corner

- Front left tyre low pressure – check for puncture

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Please Pay extra attention to the following

- Check for any accident repairs including under body damage

- Check Clutch condition for any high wear

- Check Clutch accumulator and slave as prone to failure

- Gear box check for 2^nd gear pop out on deceleration

- Coolant expansion tanks can split and leak.

- Check for worn alternator and starter

- Check front mount rads for leaking

- Transmission gasket for leaks

- Thorough check rear spoiler actuation system as prone to failure

- Check front differential bearings prone to failure

- Check for any intermediate noisy shaft issues

- Check all suspension and bushes for wear

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Factory Recalls that should have been completed.

- Replace fuel pump wiring harness

- Coolant line spring clamp band

- Fit anti – chafing sheath to engine compartment fuel line.

- Strengthen wiring harness in area of oil filter

- Secure hydraulic clutch line with extra bracket

If you have any further queries please do not hesitate to contact me.

Kind regards

Jim

Hawthorn Furniture

Fine Quality Furniture

Est. for over 25 years

Website: http://hawthornfurniture.com.au/

Email: h.furniture@optusnet.com.au

578 Burwood Rd Hawthorn

Tel: 9819 6551

Fax: 9819 4260

Open

Tue to Sat 10 am to 4.30pm

Sundays Closed

Mondays Closed

- State of the art machinery with traditional workmanship quality

- Over 25 years experience with impeccable after sales service and

reputation.

[Jed]

James88. Tanks for the info. I have a look at the car today but didn't get a chance to drive it as i ran out of time. It is in great condition Trying to get back to look at it for a drive. Your points are really helpful! Thanks . Jed.