I have always wanted a 911 and I am ready to pull the trigger, I want to spend appx 25k. This narrows it down to a 1999 to around 2002 911. The problem is I don't know what to look for in buying a used Porsche. Are there any inherent issues with these early 996's? Any help from you experts will be appreciated. Thanks in advance. Also any one selling please let me know

 

After reading about the ims and rms failures, now I'm scared to death! Are there any mileages i shound be scared of? Do the 4s cars have these issues?

 

Keep reading. And try not to freak out. Any 996 and early 997s are susceptible to IMS failure. Even so, it is rare. Your best bet is a car that has been driven regularly and properly serviced, with supporting documentation. Any used 911 has some risks to consider. You'll never avoid that risk. Do your best to minimize the risks and then enjoy your car. My C4S has over 118K on the odometer and it's still running well. I don't worry about it.

 

Thanks Dennis, the 2002 has a 3.6 is this a better or redesigned engine?

 

Tons of info on here and Renntech. Ims is an easy fix if you are worried. I gave up on my search of 911's. i made deals of 3 different cars only to find major problems or major oil leaks with all of them. After about 6 months i stumbled across one that was too good of a deal to pass up. As it turned out the car has been perfect. No leaks. Clutch had been done etc. even if i end up having to do an ims rms and clutch i will still be well ahead with this car. It just depends on how theyve been maintained. Ps. Out of all the cars i checked out the 02 was the worst one. Oil leaks, clutch was shot etc. i ended up with a 2000 C4 vert

 

Ok thanks ozzir!

 

http://forums.rennlist.com/rennforum...immermann.html

 

I'll take 24 for mine. It has 56k on it.

 

The 2002 - 2005 996 has a 3.6L engine with a redesigned IMSB and RMS. It's still susceptible to problems, but the newer design, the less likely the issues.

 

@HUCK Can you send me details and pics?

@Dennis and Kromdom thanks

 

buy mine http://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/cto/3423604430.html

 

I am selling a 2001 on ebay for $27K
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Porsc...#ht_795wt_1051

 

IIRC, didn't you just buy this??

 

I'm selling mine for $26K. PM if interested.

 

MIne is up, need something that can fit 2 kid's seats. Yup I have another in the way!

2001 996 3.4L 29,500 miles IMS ceramic Bearing, RMS, Valve covers, Oil sending unit, 30K service done in March of 2012. Car just passed Massachusetts strict inspection last week. Car is immaculate!
Silver Aero Package w/ Black full leather. Litronics !! Six Speed Manual !! Only mod ever done is Fister Exhaust . Car is clean unfiddled, all original.....meaning no headaches and chasing problems. 18" Factory upgraded wheels.

29500.00 Car books here for 33500.00 retail ... 28700.00 trade in! Meet in the middle.