Remote PPI Services?
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Remote PPI Services?
Hello Fam!
I am currently looking at examples of 964's and some of which look like true gems! But I am nowhere near the locations these vehicles are being sold. My question is: Are there individuals or services that can perform PPI's on my behalf in certain geographic locations? I understand this will incur a cost to me but I would rather purchase knowing I have the approval before it hits my wallet later on after the sale.
Thank you!
I am currently looking at examples of 964's and some of which look like true gems! But I am nowhere near the locations these vehicles are being sold. My question is: Are there individuals or services that can perform PPI's on my behalf in certain geographic locations? I understand this will incur a cost to me but I would rather purchase knowing I have the approval before it hits my wallet later on after the sale.
Thank you!
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Yes, that can be done, of course. While PPIs are generally a good idea, they are no guarantee that the car will be issue free. There are plenty of stories where a PPI did not see an issue.
More than anything buy the owner. If you trust the owner and you think the owner is honest, you are one step ahead already.
More than anything buy the owner. If you trust the owner and you think the owner is honest, you are one step ahead already.
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Totally understand the PPI is not the end all be all source of a kept example. The Dealership I am working with has received few but fantastic comments on their friendliness and trustworthiness. They partially exist as a collection also, with choice examples of a Carrera GT among other high-end brand models. Have been very accepting and willing to allow my PPI person/shop of choice too!
Buying the owner is great advice! Thank you!
Buying the owner is great advice! Thank you!
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I'm cynical. Selling companies always have better in town relationships than you will. So if they want to hide something nuanced, then the PPI company they use will probably help them do that. They want the continued referrals. You'll get stuff like exact leak down #s, or paint meter readings if they are exactly what you are asking for. But if its something not on the list, don't expect them to pick it out and tell you.
What I've done in the past is:
1. find people here that live near the car. have them check in on it.
2. Get on a plane and go see if after the shop ppi.
3. get tons of photos, get some references, take a gamble.
on all 3, there have always been surprises. I've never been terribly burned. But I have missed out on some deals because I was too cautious.
What I've done in the past is:
1. find people here that live near the car. have them check in on it.
2. Get on a plane and go see if after the shop ppi.
3. get tons of photos, get some references, take a gamble.
on all 3, there have always been surprises. I've never been terribly burned. But I have missed out on some deals because I was too cautious.
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Thank you for this wealth of advice. I will take your experiences as examples of the cynical world we all live in and cover my bases accordingly.
Seems like you've done well at picking good ones with these keys points!
Seems like you've done well at picking good ones with these keys points!
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Just one more thought - unless you buy a better than new restored car, you will eventually face significant repair and maintenance cost. These cars are over 30 years old and even the best kept examples will eventually develop some issues. Porsche ownership will not come cheap, there is just no way around it. Is it worth it? That's your decision to make.
By all means try to find the best one out there for your money but also factor in some cost of ownership over the next years, regardless of how well maintained the car you choose has been.
I guess I am saying to walk into the adventure with your eyes wide open.
By all means try to find the best one out there for your money but also factor in some cost of ownership over the next years, regardless of how well maintained the car you choose has been.
I guess I am saying to walk into the adventure with your eyes wide open.
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