991 cpo high miles question
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991 cpo high miles question
looking at a 991 CPO but mileage is over my comfort level 65k or more, price is near top of my range, but it's fully loaded. I have rarely seen CPO cars in this range, just curious about others that have bought a high mile CPO. It's a PDK, full leather, chrono, memory seats, basically all the bells and whistles, but it's close to a base 992 price.
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I bought a CPO 991.1 almost 2 years ago with 60k miles on it. Dealer did a ton of work to certify it but I had several issues with it. Some covered under CPO but most of it not covered.
Covered: PADM fault, peeling dash
Not covered: bad ignition coil, hazy and cracking headlights, sagging head liner, new clutch, interior and exterior cosmetic issues
I think the dealer rushed the CPO process and skipped some steps. I was even missing the owners manual in the glove compartment which is on the check list. When I replaced the air filter recently, the filters looked like the original. I tried escalating the issue several times and got in touch with the manager but nothing came of it.
I dont put much weight on CPO anymore.
Covered: PADM fault, peeling dash
Not covered: bad ignition coil, hazy and cracking headlights, sagging head liner, new clutch, interior and exterior cosmetic issues
I think the dealer rushed the CPO process and skipped some steps. I was even missing the owners manual in the glove compartment which is on the check list. When I replaced the air filter recently, the filters looked like the original. I tried escalating the issue several times and got in touch with the manager but nothing came of it.
I dont put much weight on CPO anymore.
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Pays to be patient
I recently purchased a 991 with 66k+ miles. I did what I said I would never do, I bought it from a used car dealership. I looked for a long time, so I had a good idea about what I wanted and what I was flexible with. I went off the CarFax, dealer pics, and conversations over the phone. Bought the car sight unseen, would not recommend, but so far so good.
I took it to my local independent shop. They changed the oil plugged it in, everything seems to have checked out.
The reason I was ok going with a higher mileage vehicle was of the reliability and engineering of the brand. As long as the previous owners were particular about their maintenance and drove, but didn't abuse, the car then a few miles are not necessarily a bad thing. I'm not going to put a ton of miles on this car, but I am going to drive and enjoy. I have SUV's for trips, commuting and utility. Buying a clean car, with a few more miles, can get you into a fantastic experience for a little less money. There is no guaranty that a low mileage car doesn't have problems, or hasn't been neglected in other ways.
I took it to my local independent shop. They changed the oil plugged it in, everything seems to have checked out.
The reason I was ok going with a higher mileage vehicle was of the reliability and engineering of the brand. As long as the previous owners were particular about their maintenance and drove, but didn't abuse, the car then a few miles are not necessarily a bad thing. I'm not going to put a ton of miles on this car, but I am going to drive and enjoy. I have SUV's for trips, commuting and utility. Buying a clean car, with a few more miles, can get you into a fantastic experience for a little less money. There is no guaranty that a low mileage car doesn't have problems, or hasn't been neglected in other ways.
Last edited by rodnjenj; Apr 17, 2026 at 12:39 AM.
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The engine is good for 300,000+ miles. Acar that has been driven but properly maintained is probably a better long-term buy than a car with very few miles on it that's 10+ years old. A 2013 911 S, that I rented on Turo rolled over 100,000 miles while I had it, and the car ran perfectly. I would still get a PPO because some dealers tend to pencil-whip the CPO requirements more than others, they'll do the things that are obvious ... tire tread depth and date codes, brake pad thickness, etc. but that doesn't mean they do everything on the list. You can look up the original build sheet, and print a replica of the sticker on Vinanalytics.com ... I think it's somewhat depends on where the car is located and how much they're asking for it? And what's your budget?
Saying it's "fully loaded" doesn't mean anything because what you've listed our normal things on an 911. Fully loaded Car would have an original sticker price of close to $200,000 (ceramic brakes, power kit, PDCC, Sport exhaust, all kinds of deviated stitching, leather sunvisor, leather fuse box covers, leather air-conditioning vents, yada yada).
Saying it's "fully loaded" doesn't mean anything because what you've listed our normal things on an 911. Fully loaded Car would have an original sticker price of close to $200,000 (ceramic brakes, power kit, PDCC, Sport exhaust, all kinds of deviated stitching, leather sunvisor, leather fuse box covers, leather air-conditioning vents, yada yada).
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I think you have to look at the reputation of the person/company selling, not just the car. Dealers vary in quality, service & aftersales support..
If I had confidence in the supplying dealer, I would not hesitate over mileage. These cars are meant to be used, not stored.
If I had confidence in the supplying dealer, I would not hesitate over mileage. These cars are meant to be used, not stored.
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PPI and and ask them for service records. Pick over the car really well and if you want an additional set of eyes let us know where you are and I bet you will get some takers.
Did they get the car from an auction or was it a customer trade in?
I bought my 2nd CPO 3 years ago with 45,000 miles but they had sold the car 3 times (all local owners) and it went through the CPO process a few times all which they shared with me the paperwork so I was confident the car was well maintained even though is had a few cosmetic issues which did not trouble me at all since I drive the **** out of these cars. Now at 84,000 miles I'm still smiling.
Good luck.
I travel from Atlanta, Chattanooga to Nashville all the time...... if you are close give me a PM and I'll be glad to lend an eye.
Did they get the car from an auction or was it a customer trade in?
I bought my 2nd CPO 3 years ago with 45,000 miles but they had sold the car 3 times (all local owners) and it went through the CPO process a few times all which they shared with me the paperwork so I was confident the car was well maintained even though is had a few cosmetic issues which did not trouble me at all since I drive the **** out of these cars. Now at 84,000 miles I'm still smiling.
Good luck.
I travel from Atlanta, Chattanooga to Nashville all the time...... if you are close give me a PM and I'll be glad to lend an eye.
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I may be alone in this, but 60+K miles is a great time to buy a CPO. The price will obviously be very attractive due to "higher" mileage, but at the same time, having a 2 yr CPO at 65K miles is great because most items that break/reach end of life will probably happen between 60k-90K miles...
Low mileage CPOs are a money maker for dealers, they sell it for more $$$ because of its low miles+2 year CPO BUT almost nothing major fails during those low miles.
My 2 cents
Good luck and enjoy in good health
Low mileage CPOs are a money maker for dealers, they sell it for more $$$ because of its low miles+2 year CPO BUT almost nothing major fails during those low miles.
My 2 cents
Good luck and enjoy in good health
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I was looking at 2016, so 991.2, I think it already sold.
Thanks for reply's I think the main thing I am concerned about is after the CPO is over, living with a car that might have 75k or more on it.
Thanks for reply's I think the main thing I am concerned about is after the CPO is over, living with a car that might have 75k or more on it.
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