Would like to purchase... but been looking at 997's. What should I look for for an early 996?

Thanks in advance...

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1999 Porsche 911/996 6SP Manual, 43K Miles black on black Coupe. K&N Charger. Agency Power Exhausts (AP). Xenon upgraded. 18 inch chrome turbo twist wheels. Clear side markers and tail lights. Never raced or tracked; run and sound great. No mechanical issues. Clean title and CarFax. Dealer serviced with records. Non smoking vehicle in impeccable condition.

 

From everything I've read the main issues on the 996 are:

- RMS Leaks
- IMS
- 2nd-gear Popout (Although I think its more of a Turbo issue)

Any car you're serious at should have a full PPI which would find any of the problems listed above....

 

Oh and he's asking $20K

 

Here's something that you might want to to check out.

At about 45K on my 2000 C4 6sp, I found that both side seal on the front diff were seeping. Diff oil was seeping out, getting slung by the axle drive flanges, and creating a 'pattern' on the underside of the fuel tank, etc. You couldn't see this unless the front under tray was removed. The driver's side was a little worse for some reason.

The front diff doesn't hold much oil, so the first thing I did was drain and refill it so that I wouldn't have any problems while researching and getting the new selas, etc. I drove it this way for about 3~4 months.

I decided to drop the whole front diff assembly to make replacing the seals easier; there's not much room to work otherwise. I was already installing PSS9's, new front wheel bearings, and both outer tie rod ends. Note that these flanges are only held in place by a simple C-shaped snap rings, one per side, that Porsche says should always be replaced if the flange is removed.

 

Ive had my '99 C4 996 for a year; brought it with 75k miles, now has 82k miles and no problems; routine maintenance. The car has good power and is fun too drive. Find a good mechanic, get it checked out and enjoy.

 

Thanks everyone. I like the car but I am now hoping to find a 996 with the aero package.

 

PPI is costing $260 at dealer. They said they would look it over but can't really ID any RMS issues - if it's sealed and looks good, that's ok. Does that sound accurate?

What are the major repairs and expenses I might ask them to look for?

Clutch replacement will cost how much??
DME , other expensive repairs ??? Dollar amounts??

Thanks in advance.