Hey folks!

Just wanted to throw a quick intro to myself here. I just purchased a 77K mile Porsche 996 Cabriolet with Tiptronic. I have no idea what I've gotten myself into and I am looking forward to spending countless hours trying to figure out and fix all the different issues that I will be running into. Very excited! Couple pictures attached and a few key points on the vehicle:
- 2003 911 Carrera Cabriolet
- 77K miles and had a full engine replacement done in 2014 about 25K miles ago at a reputable shop in Georgia that no longer exists (Roock Auto USA) - I've been trying to research why that was done and if during the replacement some newer parts like RMS/IMS and potentially Nikasil tubes would've been done. The shop doesn't exist anymore and the former owners live in Germany again so hard to find out almost 10 years later. Any pointers what you guys think? It's pure speculation - but I'm hoping since it was a true Porsche enthusiast shop they would've taken care of some things.
- I unfortunately can't locate any LN Engineering stickers anywhere, and I also am not able to find the VIN in the LN system, however, since it's a replacement engine that point is moot.
- A lot of additional things were done within the last 30K miles, by the very same shop, including brakes, coolant and oil related parts replacements and repairs
- Car runs just fine and is otherwise, visually and audibly, in pristine condition (currently that is), however,
- About only 3K miles ago it had the head valve plate replaced due to a leak, also not sure why this would happen on a replacement engine so early, but I also don't know what condition the engine was in that was put into
- About 2K miles ago it had the coolant hoses and some coolant system parts replaced due to leaks...

Thank you to all in this great community for your opinions and help over the next couple of years!

 

I don't know if LN keeps a record of blocks they re-sleeve, but it might be worth sending them the engine number and asking.

 

Welcome, nice looking car.
Enjoy driving!

 

Yes - we do keep a record of all the serial numbers we etch into the block halves and the M/codes of most all blocks as well.

 

Welcome to the 996 club. Very cool looking cab! Good to see your approach with the car with understanding its history as well as identifying and preventing future issues. You will have a well sorted classic on your hands that will give you decades of enjoyment. The 996 is simply the best.

 

Congrats on the new 996. If not already done, you may want to change the transmission fluid and filter. Your car has the Mercedes 722.6 tranny. Make sure you get the correct fluid. Pentosin ATF 1 meets the Porsche spec. You can find that at Advanced Auto or other large parts store chains.

 

Great looking car!

 

Nice car! I also have an '03 Silver Cab. Sounds like yours was well sorted out before you got it. Agree with replacing the transmission fluid (a little early but you don't know how it was maintained), and any other fluids, like brake fluid, that you can't find evidence of recent replacement. Presume they put new coolant into the car when replacing cooling parts and hoses?

 

Thank you all for the welcome! I’ve made a note of coolant and transmission fluid. I was kind of planning on doing all
fluids anyway, just to be safe. I do still have a post-purchase thorough inspection coming up with a local reputable shop! Will let you all know what else they found!

 

Here we go, first issue: Foam from the vents

don’t worry, I’ll use the search function!

 

Nice looking cab. Looks like you may need engine mounts (a nice DIY). The exhaust tips look a little droopy.

 

Once you find out what's involved in fixing the "foam from the vents" issue you will change your emoji to a

 

You have probably read it a hundred times on the 996 forum. Make sure your engine is in good shape. Once you find out it's history and what's been done to it with the rebuild, you will be able to identify next steps.

Start by replacing parts that could cause catastrophic failure if they havent already been done such as (1) imsb, (2) Rms, (3) water pump, (4) Uaos to replace aos.

Then replace the bits that help the engine to run efficiently. These bits can piggy back the procedures above to reduce your service costs. (1) fuel injectors, (2) spark plugs, (3) ignition coils, (4) MAF, (5) engine mounts, (6) trans mount, (7) clutch & flywheel, (8) oil cooler.

Then it's about other bits that eventually crumble with age. This could be engine parts, cooling, suspension, exhaust, etc.

It all with be worth it. With the exception of parts pertaining to catastrophic engine failure, you can piece the others out over time with cost effective projects.

Best of luck and keep us posted as you proceed. We all love this stuff.

 

Silver exterior, black interior......... Classic.
Nice car, welcome to the group.

 

I’m assuming you are referring to this post/procedure?
https://rennlist.com/forums/996-foru...ent-issue.html

honestly seems like a good first one to get my hands dirty at.