Oil change, when?
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Didn't your PPI note what was looking good and those things at 50% etc so you know what/where to start your maint program?
However, I immed. changed all of my fluids (except brake) so as to have a 'start point' for future maint ref..also, adj valves, new belts, rotor/cap...abt the 10 to 15 K yearly deal.
However, I immed. changed all of my fluids (except brake) so as to have a 'start point' for future maint ref..also, adj valves, new belts, rotor/cap...abt the 10 to 15 K yearly deal.
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No. The seller was Pedigree Motors. Although Kevin does do work for Pedigree. Looking back should've had someone who had no affiliation with Pedigree do the PPI! If you know of anyone considering buying from them, have them PM me.
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Not to play Monday morning quarterback...and without knowing what was included in a $200 PPI it is tough to give you a objective opinion. Was a leakdown test done? I'd start doing my own PPI. Pete's book has a good checklist and if I'm not mistaken excerpts of it are posted here in the "sticky section." Start going down the line and corroborate their findings with yours. Hopefully, it's only minor things you find.
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Not to play Monday morning quarterback...and without knowing what was included in a $200 PPI it is tough to give you a objective opinion. Was a leakdown test done? I'd start doing my own PPI. Pete's book has a good checklist and if I'm not mistaken exceprts of it are posted here in the "sticky section." Start going down the line and corroborate their findings with yours. Hopefully, it's only minor things you find.
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Isn't my car the best that Porsche ever made? Pedigree assured me it was! OK so I'm biased. I will go back through PZ's list for myself. Heck, it will be a good introduction to my car anyways!
Now to start working on the car with my friend here,
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$200 is not enough for a PPI that includes a compression check, IMO..I think you'd be closer to $350 or 400. Based on what you found with your tires, I would be on the phone tomorrow morning asking for the report. Or, on the phone with the credit card company.
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I just went over 1200 miles and had to add a quart of oil. The oil level gauge is actually useful- it was noticeably lower idling after warming up so I checked using the Dipstick while running and sure enough a bit on the low side. Added a quart of Brad Penn 20W50 Green Racing and it is topped off perfectly.
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I just went over 1200 miles and had to add a quart of oil. The oil level gauge is actually useful- it was noticeably lower idling after warming up so I checked using the Dipstick while running and sure enough a bit on the low side. Added a quart of Brad Penn 20W50 Green Racing and it is topped off perfectly.
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I just went over 1200 miles and had to add a quart of oil. The oil level gauge is actually useful- it was noticeably lower idling after warming up so I checked using the Dipstick while running and sure enough a bit on the low side. Added a quart of Brad Penn 20W50 Green Racing and it is topped off perfectly.
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You may want to call the seller and share your findings, as well as the PPI guys. Give them a chance to help. I don't assume they had diabolical intentions and they should be aware of your findings. if they own up to their oversight and have true concern, they will probably offer a concession. If not, make them privy to this thread...thet'll get their attention.
Anyway. A fellow Porsche enthusiast I speak with occasionally shared a story about his purchase experience. After buying a 356 that was grossly misrepresented, he took it to his "guy" to begin the restoration and was verbally hard on the seller. His "guy" simply said "he got your money, don't give him your happiness also". I think you have a good car and will just have to tidy it up a bit...par for the coarse.
Let's talk about that coupe/targe you're after now.
Anyway. A fellow Porsche enthusiast I speak with occasionally shared a story about his purchase experience. After buying a 356 that was grossly misrepresented, he took it to his "guy" to begin the restoration and was verbally hard on the seller. His "guy" simply said "he got your money, don't give him your happiness also". I think you have a good car and will just have to tidy it up a bit...par for the coarse.
Let's talk about that coupe/targe you're after now.
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You may want to call the seller and share your findings, as well as the PPI guys. Give them a chance to help. I don't assume they had diabolical intentions and they should be aware of your findings. if they own up to their oversight and have true concern, they will probably offer a concession. If not, make them privy to this thread...thet'll get their attention.
Anyway. A fellow Porsche enthusiast I speak with occasionally shared a story about his purchase experience. After buying a 356 that was grossly misrepresented, he took it to his "guy" to begin the restoration and was verbally hard on the seller. His "guy" simply said "he got your money, don't give him your happiness also". I think you have a good car and will just have to tidy it up a bit...par for the coarse.
Let's talk about that coupe/targe you're after now.
Anyway. A fellow Porsche enthusiast I speak with occasionally shared a story about his purchase experience. After buying a 356 that was grossly misrepresented, he took it to his "guy" to begin the restoration and was verbally hard on the seller. His "guy" simply said "he got your money, don't give him your happiness also". I think you have a good car and will just have to tidy it up a bit...par for the coarse.
Let's talk about that coupe/targe you're after now.
Thanks for your advice. I've been calling and leaving emails for the last week or so. Will give it until the end of the week. With regards to the "happiness" quotient, you couldn't wipe the smile off my face when I get around the car! (pisses my wife off lots!). I will probably get another PPI done so as to have a baseline of which to work with.
Now about the targa or coupe.....hopefully a 82-89 that I can use as a daily driver. Would like to find a west coast model to drive home from Cali next June.
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