Hey guys, I need your help. Getting ready to buy my first 996TT. I am having a PPI done, across the country, but need your input as to what issues to look out for, and speak about with the PPI mechanic. I know about 2nd gear pop-outs and the over-revs issues, it's the other things that owners would know about, that I don't, that I would like your help with. The car is a 2002 stock 996TT being bought from a private seller. Low miles. Thanks.

 

Make sure the owner has all the service records and that everything was done on schedule. Have them also check all the panels with a paint meter to test for any body work.

 

Landjet,
First of all go to a mechanic that is familiar with turbo Porsches. If the mechanic doesn't know what to look for, find another because he should be telling you what he looks for. I would have the PPI conducted at a dealership. They have a pretty extensive checklist. I had a PPI done by an indie shop that specializes in Porsches and I was very disappointed with their examination. Sounds like you are aware of the second gear pop out and over-rev issues.