from my limited time on the forums, the vast majority of ims failures amongst 997s were indeed early 05 997s with the small bearing (as indicated by the Porsche lawsuit vin/engine number ranges).

however, the issue can easily be addressed with the LN ims bearing (or comprehensive warranty).

with that said, it could be a great opportunity for an educated buyer.

 

I absolutely 100% agree. In any case, the OP just needs to realize the reality of the market with regard to '05 models. It will be very difficult to come close to breaking even with the path he is choosing.

 

See update posts.

 

at 82,000 k miles im almost inclined to believe you have a late 05 build, with the larger/stronger 06-08 bearing already, but if the engine case is to be split anyways i suppose why not.

looking forward to hearing about how this car comes back to life with a monster of a new engine. best of luck!

 

THIS!

I agree that any used car is a gamble, but NOBODY should expect such failure at 82k, and to do so is just excusing shoddy engineering and design. Considering that Porsche makes $23k off of each of these "high-end" sportscars, that should raise the bar even higher...

 

See update posts.

 

See update posts.

 

ahhh i stand corrected.

pls do let us know how this niksil plated beast build progresses!

 

have you tried to get to your dealership, sit with someone there to see what they can do. bring the lawsuit with you, even if it's for model 2004 and older, they know the ealy 2005 have the same issue.
since you did all your maintenance there and bought it there, they can't simply tell you no...

 

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his posts state that his engine problem is 100% not ims related. he wouldnt be able to drive it around after i dont think if the rattle of death occurred.

 

If I understand correctly, you have been servicing this at dealerships. I hope, unless you sell it right away, that you avoid the stealerships and use a good independent shop. Good luck on this. You have had your shard of the bad. I agree with those who think a well documented "new" engine by Raby with the IMS and all will increase the desirability over if you simply had a good condition original engine. How much $ that translates to is unclear, but it certainly would help make it more salable.

Please let us know who this turns out.
JR

 

Gloves - Sounds like you've done the ciphering you need to. Tough position to be in. Most of us have been there one way or another. Good luck and let us know how the rebuild goes.

 

I'm thinking that there is a pretty good chance that OP will do okay with this. There are a lot of people out there who would jump at a chance for a 997 with an essentially new engine at a reasonable price. I think I would pay more for a 82k early 997 with a rebuilt engine than one with 82k miles of wear.

Not everyone buying these car are the more fanatical purists like most of us on this forum. Glove, I am virtually certain you are doing the right thing and this will get you the most money possible. When you go to sell, don't start the price too low. Start with the most you think is reasonable and slowly work down. As I said earlier, I would pay more for your car than an non-rebuilt car... at least if it was for the long term and I didn't have to worry about more of us fanatics on the resale.

 

goodluck man! Any idea how long it will take to get your car back?

 

Shouldve thrown at a match at it prior to posting it on here.

JK..