Gents, very close to pulling the trigger on a 2010 P4S. Car has 34,000 miles and is being sold by a "high end" used car dealership. Carfax appears clean and the price is competitive. Is there anything at all that I should be looking for or are there any major problems I should be aware of. Any info would be greatly appreciated. New to the forum. Currently drive a BMW 645 Cab that will be passed down to the Mrs. This will be my first Porsche. Thanks.

 

I have that same car with 50k miles and LOVE IT! Plus it's been a tank...about a year in the high-pressure fuel pump went out (covered by warranty); that's it!

 

No worries at all, in special that, it is a P4S with the V8 engine...AWESOME CAR.
Enjoy it.

Just ask if there is any warranty provided by the seller, and if not, ensure that the MAJOR maintenance has been done at 6 years...time belt, engine coils, spark plugs, etc...as it will cost you another 2500 to 3500 to do it... and it is required in order to keep it going for another 30K miles worry free.

NICE CAR...
Go for it, you will ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT.
Cheers
Luiz

 

No timing belt. Our engines have chains.

 

Good info. Thanks guys....

 

Is it different to the CARRERA S ?

Thanks
Luiz

 

I meant to say DRIVE BELT...
Correct?

Thanks again.
Luiz

 

The serpentine belt (a.k.a.drive belt, accessory belt) may need replacement after 6 years and 34000 miles. Not expensive and fairly easy for a DIY project.

 

Forgot to ask...what is the price they are asking?

 

$46,300. With 22 HRE wheels. Chrono/Sport Package.

 

Thoughts on the price?

 

Price is fair, and mileage is relatively low for a 2010, if you're happy go for it!

 

Good price for a low mileage NICE CAR.

You will enjoy it for sure.
Cheers
Luiz

 

Get one that is cpo

 

Make sure all of the factory/manufacturer recommended work is done... the first year models have had a lot of fixes over the years.