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Location: The way to hell is paved by good intentions “Wenn ich Purist höre...entsichere ich meinen Browning” "Myths are fuel for marketing (and nowadays for flippers too,,,)" time to time is not sufficient to be a saint, you must be also an Hero
Location: The way to hell is paved by good intentions “Wenn ich Purist höre...entsichere ich meinen Browning” "Myths are fuel for marketing (and nowadays for flippers too,,,)" time to time is not sufficient to be a saint, you must be also an Hero
Several years ago I bought an aftermarket warranty from a well reputed insurance company for a 997.1 S. It cost just over $1.2k per year. It turned out to be useless as I had no claims during the coverage period other than some minor stuff under the deductible. Maybe just luck.
So far our GT3s only seem to be problematic with the FF issue and some PDK replacements. I would surmise that any aftermarket program will most likely not cover track usage.
Update: I got an email from PCNA this morning. Letters should be going out to all US 991.1 GT3 owners in September. Strong emphasis on "should be going out."
I assume owners in other markets will get updated around the same time, but I have no idea how things work outside the US.
I assume owners in other markets will get updated around the same time, but I have no idea how things work outside the US.
I spoke about this a week or two ago with my OPC, he said he had been made aware of the issue. He said Porsche would be notifying everyone in the UK in the near future..
I spoke about this a week or two ago with my OPC, he said he had been made aware of the issue. He said Porsche would be notifying everyone in the UK in the near future..
I can only speak from my experience. The inspection and verification part took a couple of weeks. They tried plugs and coils, which didn't fix it, then removed the valve covers and saw the damaged followers. Documentation and photos went to PAG. Once it was decided to replace the engine, it was ordered and arrived from Germany to Florida in 3 days. Took another week to install, test and deliver to me. I would think the diagnosis part would be shortened, once plugs and coils are ruled out and valve covers are removed it should be a simple decision.
First of all, thanks sharing the info, and pursuing the matter with Porsche (came to this thread through another one initiated by Macca if my memory serves well)... In any case, what you all did was fantastic and will try to contribute back when possible.
I just run into this problem, 2015 GT3 with an F engine, same debug procedure as described above... we'll see about delivery times and how to identify engine type, etc... will keep the thread updated on fix/reoccurrence.
I did get this from dealership when bought the car 2 weeks ago, yes it broke down with less than a week of driving, and yes, with Ignition Failure at 8400 RPM.
First of all, thanks sharing the info, and pursuing the matter with Porsche (came to this thread through another one initiated by Macca if my memory serves well)... In any case, what you all did was fantastic and will try to contribute back when possible.
I just run into this problem, 2015 GT3 with an F engine, same debug procedure as described above... we'll see about delivery times and how to identify engine type, etc... will keep the thread updated on fix/reoccurrence.
I did get this from dealership when bought the car 2 weeks ago, yes it broke down with less than a week of driving, and yes, with Ignition Failure at 8400 RPM.
Awesome to see this making its way to the dealers. Keep us posted!
Testament to the great work that Rob and the GT3COG did on our behalf, and of the value Porsche places in their premium customers. Thankful to have both on my side. Much appreciated
as an FYI for UK owners..
I've been in touch with PCGB; their response
Dear Mr Willis
Thank you for your enquiry.
I can confirm that Porsche have been made aware of such speculation. At this time, we have no formal confirmation from Porsche AG that GT3 warranties will be extended to 10 years.
Please be advised that should Porsche announce such an extension, all affected customers will be contacted directly in due course.
I am sorry that my response may be vague, however, I trust the above clarifies Porsche's current position.
Thank you for contacting Porsche Cars Great Britain Limited.
Out of interest is that from Customer Assistance in the UK. If so I don't think it means very much as this is outsourced to the RAC and isn't actually coming from Porsche themselves.
I ask as the wording is very like recent correspondence I've had from them.
Fair enough. I know that even direct contact via the website though is routed to an outsourced team from the RAC rather than Porsche GB employees.
I am in correspondence with some of the senior management at PCGB over an issue I've had that has been going on for some time so will broach it with them as well so they see multiple people are interested.
08-20-2017, 10:46 AM
