I found a nice low mileage '01 996TT. I'm coming from owning a NSX (very reliable) and a E46 M3 (in the shop 2 times a month. What a POS). Are '01's reliable? What do I need to look out for when shopping for a 996TT? One thing I was told was that I need to change out the spark plugs. Anything else I need to look out for? What are maintenance costs like? I was in the market for a 355 but was turned off by the $5995 major service bill. I've tried searching the forums but have not come up with enough info to make the decision.

 

I bought an 01 with 50k miles on it. Check the clutch (needed changing), sparks (also needed changing) and my slave is leaking too, the dealer said at around 50-60k its fairly common (I pass by and they top it off for free until i can leave it there to get fixed). But with those miles it was half expected. I got a deal on the clutch which was $1000 cad installed (not the dealer), but the slave is $507 cad without installation. But never an issue with reliability. Good luck!

 

I have a 01 with 21,000 miles. Car is chipped and exhaust. Never changed the plugs or DV's. Car runs great. Be sure to check transmission for 2nd gear popping out, and get a PPI.

 

I would try the new updated plugs in your car. After I changed mine out I noticed a HUGE difference! This was @ 27K

 

01 and is pristine!!!! go for it, you won't be dissapointed!

 

I bought an 01 Turbo w/33K miles last September and love it. Did have ro replace the slave too. Great car - you'll love it!

 

bought 01 Tiptronic with 16K and now trouble free 41k one year later.
Servicing costs are reasonable too.

 

after my 30K service last week, the new (fr6) plugs made a noticeable improvement for me, too...

chipped (but oem exhaust) and my 01 rocks..........

g/l!!

 

Look out for the 2nd gear pop-out issue that has already been widely discussed on this forum. It can cost you $12K+

 

have an 01 great car no glove box however. but i don't wear gloves anyway... thak it to alex have it cheked out , he's just over the hill from you... be sure to check uot the 2nd gear thing...porsche replaced my teans nc.

 

01 with 9900 miles, PPI recommended plugs, brake flush & coolant flush, which was done. Replaced the DV's with Forge and the boost hoses with aftermarket, but the stock stuff came out looking fine. Did it b/o aftermarket chip & exhaust.

Get a PPI and make sure the car has a good alignment.

 

I bought a 01.. lucky the original owner had an extended warranty tacked onto it til 2008... hopefully no probs

 

I bought an 01 2 months ago and it's making 510WHP... I've had no issues, but was under no illusion... Get an extended warranty... I did, and it's the best $$$$ spent! 4years/48K miles... It costs a few pennies, but hey, it's worth it to have such a wonderfully powerful, eye catching, unique ride!

Mike

 

I appreciate the responses!

 

Option, take it to Sharkwerks for a PPI. Alex will be able to give you a thumbs up or down on the car. They're a site sponsor on the right side of the screen.