Hi all,

I'm a newbie to the forum and am currently looking to buy a 993.

I have a quick question regarding leakage. Once leaks (engine, steering) are fixed, is there still a possibility that this will become a problem in the future? In other words, will a car which has never had any leaks be better off than a car that has had leaks but has had them fixed?

Thanks in advance for any advice!

JP

 

Sure.Nope. Leaks happen. Repaired leaks rehappen (you hope not too soon...) Stuff wears. These cars are getting older. They're gonna leak, sometimes. Don't sweat it. Just fix 'em.

 

Think entropy.

 

That is hard to say. My 993 suffered from a severe rear (i.e., by the tranny) engine crankshaft seal leak at about 10K miles. Was replaced under warranty. Car is at about 87K miles now, still dry as a bone.

I would think thatif the job is done right - i.e., not just the fluid seal part is replaced, but the cause of the failure is fixed as well - you should be OK.

 

Thanks for the feedback guys. This is my first Porsche and I don't want to make any mistakes picking one out... =)

JP

 

not if they were fixed properly... i'd ask for receipts (work, new parts list) & such for those types of repairs. & if really concerned ring the shop that did the work. & note: if the dealer did the work... they may warrant the repair for a period of time/miles.

bol w/ the search. & always have a thorough a "p.p.i." done @ a great shop. (sound like a broken record?)

 

With cars that are 8-10 years old, you will get some seals that cure hard because of age. One of the most common are the lower valve covers. These are an easy DIY item and spares cost less than $20. These suffer extra as they live above the exhaust heat, and as the engine is dry sump and air/oil cooled, a lot goes on behind these covers (which are plastic) as far as oil flow.

But. The engine is very simple and many of these seals easy to fix. And due to their simplicity and hand built quality, will be amazingly trouble free and reliable for its vintage. Try that on an M3 (or any BMW, for that matter) And don't even mention a 10 year old Ferrari.

Finally, there are many other items to check before buying a 993. And some much more complicated than oil bleeds. Search the board. The subject has been covered in detail.

 

Orc, Nicely moded '94 ROW 993 Cab.!

I agree with your comments.

Saludos de un Cubano-Americano cerca de Chicago, IL!

 

Frank,

Like the Jugete handle!! Saludos de acá abajo! What wheels are those?

 

17" OEM Dyno Wheels with N2 Conti Sport Contact tires (these wheels were an option for 1998 Boxter series and fit the 993! Not common but very sweeeet!

Saludos!