Hey guys! I just sold my Z4 , and im looking at a 996 MK2 C2 tomorrow
its an 03 with 30,000KMs
just want to know if there is any problem i should look into?
it has the gt3 kit on? and fabspeed air intake and H&R springs.

Thanks!

 

Don't worry about anything just buy the car and drive it,you will love it! And this site is fullllll of amazing people who can answer everything you would ever need to know about your car. You will soon be hooked like we all are!

 

Is there any minor problems i should look into or test out?
like clutch etc.

 

If you don't have a CPI inspection done by a porsche mechanic, you are crazy.

Never ever ever buy a used sports car without it being looked at by a professional familiar with the model. It's well worth the couple of hundred dollars (CA) to do it.

 

Just curious - what compelled you to essentially trade your Z4 for a 996? I'm a Carrera guy through and through... and assumed that beemer guys (especially the z-series guys) were sort of the same way...

Rudy

 

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to answer that question, my first car was an S2000, and due to family reasons i sold it,
then later on, i wanted something similar to the size of the S2000 but with more power so i settled down for the Z4, then lately i saw a local 996 for sale, for a reasonable price so i decided to see if i could sell my Z, and lucky enough i found a buyer
my brother had a C4S 996, so i always wanted a 996

 

Having the aero kit on first is huge if you like that style.

get it inspected prior to purchase and your good to go!

Enjoy!

 

service records!!!! PPI is a must before sealing the deal. Worth the extra $250.

 

++1 on the PPI and make sure they check the ECU for OVERREVS. On the BMW vs Porsche issue, I had 6 BMWs before my 996. Apples and Oranges. A Z4 M Coupe might, on paper compare to a 996, and it sure is a better built car with a more reliable engine by far, but it seriously isn't near as much fun to drive. I was looking to get one in the mid 40's to replace my Z3, when I saw I could get into a nice 996C2 in the mid 30's. Variety is the spice of life and you only live once. If it blows up, well, I had my shot at it, eh?

 

congrats man! i'm looking to get a 996 myself sometime in the next half a year or so. ex bmw person here too pics of the car when you get it!

 

Full PPI +++
If NB, leather interior is good
If you like Aero and it has it that's good (there are three parts to aero: bumper cover, side skirts, and wing). Body kits are expensive
Coil over suspension is extremely nice to have

 

can't wait to see pictures! congrats on your decision! we've loved our 996. it's been a blast and the mods have been a fun way to make ours our own and unique!

congrats again!

 

NEVER buy a Porsche without a PPI!!!!!!!!!! Probably a great car but the money spent on a PPI will be the best money you will spend.

 

what is PPI?
sorry for the dumb question :P

 

HOLD OFF on the purchase until you get a LEAKDOWN TEST and know how many # 2 overrevs the car has as well as doing a PPI.