Bonster

The owner of the car I'm hoping to buy just recommended, being an honest sort, that I get a pre-purchase inspection of the '95 993 I have been drooling over. Any suggestions? I hate to ask, but how much does this generally cost? Thanks!!!

JPP

Try Dieter's downtown. Not cheap, but one of the best in town. Cost will depend on whether you want a leakdown test done which is always prudent..
http://www.dietersmotorsports.com/

CADguy

I believe I can recommend Black Forest for a PPI in San Diego.
A little over a year ago, they charged the PO of the car I ended up buying a total of $197.31 ($49.33 for a "Buyer Check" and $147.98 for "Compression Test").

The PO had a connection with the place, but he was paying for it, so I figured I'd give it a chance. He had advertised the car as "needs nothing execpt a new owner", but the PPI proved otherwise (nothing too major). Black Forest appeared to do a very thorough PPI.

Good luck

kjr914

Either of the two mentioned: Black Forest, Dieters

Both shops' manager/headTech are VERY active with the local PCA as well.

ilko

Black Forest

Levent

I don't know about their PPI but I take my car to Black Forest for all services. Recommended.

zone5

I would recommend driving an hour north if that's cool with the seller and see if Robin Sun can take a look ---

Bonster

I like it that some of the shops mentioned are into the PCA scene -- seems to be a place where more attention to detail would be made. Yes, the leakdown definitely sounds like something I'd want. I am waiting on the 993 book of fame (Sreathers? Can't remember), where I hope I will be able to look to see what numbers are acceptable from a healthy engine. Thanks for the suggestions so far -- keep them coming, even if they have already been mentioned. I want the best I can get.

JohnCh

I used Black Forest a couple of years ago and have no problem recommending them. They did a very thorough job and their communications with me were outstanding.

-John

Bonster

Black Forest it is. I cannot believe what a wonderful group this is!!! THANKS SO MUCH!!! I might get the car as early as this upcoming week. I will bring the portable digi cam and the lap top to keep everyone updated. As soon as I get him home, he gets a bath and I think I might even sleep in the bonnet.