don't ask me why i am considering this.
i was just looking for wheels when i came across a 1990 964 with 115000 miles on it. the car is white (the way i like it) and looks sweet.

what are the things i need to look out for when buying an used 964?
how much would a rebuild engine set me back if I was to consider doing that at some point.

thanks!
Raja

 

Hi Raja,

1. Engine Cylinder Base Oil Leak: Check that the bottoms of the cylinders are not wet due to a leak at the joint between the Cylinder and the engine case.

2. Broken Distributor Drive Belt: Rough running caused by one of the distributor not rotating because of a broken belt in the #1 Distributor or the distributor to the left side of the engine. Belts are $35 but it takes a little to get to it and change it.

3. Fuel Pump Relay: Engine quits, but starts after sitting for a minute. Bad relay design or application casued over heating and it opens while driving Use the later relay Part Number 993.615.227.00 and keep one in the glove box.
http://p-car.com/diy/relay/

4. Dual Mass Flywheel Failure: The car you are looking at may have already been changed out. Clunks when shutting down. They bad one were used in 1990 to 1991/2. They all do a little, but when they fail they really clunk. The good one if made by LUK.

5. Belly Pan: Get rid of it, they trap heat and accelerate the wear on valve guides.

General Notes about 964’s http://www.deleos.com/myporsche/964-History/


Cheers,

 

964 is a great car, get it checked and roll with it

Christian