mistermct

Hi all,

I'll keep the intro short: first post, avid reader for almost a year, just upgraded membership, and am finally close to a life-long dream of owning a wicked Porsche. I'm Canadian (Vancouver, BC) and my search seems to take me all over North America for a sweet 996 GT3.

I've found this one: http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lgb...540332024.html
Which seems like one of the lowest listing prices ($45k) I've seen.

I managed to find the dealership listing it: http://www.stasales.com/vehicle-deta...e-911-gt3.html
and they've gotten terrible reviews on Yelp: http://www.yelp.ca/biz/sports-trend-...s-sherman-oaks

Also, the car has traded many times with dealerships according to the carfax (apparently due to failed emissions tests): http://www.carfax.com/VehicleHistory...&partner=AMG_1

All signs seem to indicate that this car has problems - being remotely located it makes it hard to understand the extent of these problems.

And to the key question: Is it worth getting a PPI done at a reputable dealership or are the likely issues well beyond any potential discount?

Thanks,
Sean

tasman

I'd spend a little more money and get a lower mileage example from a better source. Be patient and you'll find it. Just my .02 worth.

PAULUNM

I test drove that car. Posted up a quick review.

It's had some panels painted, not particularly poorly. Drivers seat is really worn. Paint is a little rough.

I did see on the carfax that it had issues passing emissions. The exhaust looked stock, and the motor pulled strong.

kk2

Cats are probably done at this point. $55k will buy a prime example. I'd go for one like that.

mistermct

Thanks Paulunm - I'm guessing this is your review; why did you not dig any deeper?

Thanks guys. Does it make a difference if I don't mind working on the car? I'm mechanically able and can save on some of the labour associated with refreshing certain areas of the car. What sort of expensive gremlins can show up that wouldn't show up in a proper inspection?

Vonschmidt

Personally I would stay with a better var lower milage and with out the luggage in this history. There are plenty of good examples out there. IMHO pass.

993GT

I'd say not worth it at ask price, remember a US car needs to be imported-6%duty IIRC that must be paid +travel expenses + the unknowns....

993GT

+1, nearly bought a beautiful/unmolested Canadian 1owner 6GT3 from local P.dealer, offered to me at $55k with new tires/brakes(ie. made perfect), 'questions-need-not-asked' kind of car...

Worth holding out for right car

LVDell

A purchase this high (i.e., $50K+) you do not want to find a bargain. Spend a little more to get a prime example. All too often the "cheap" examples end up costing more in the long run.

AudiOn19s

+1. I guess the only exception would be if you want to build a track rat but even then I'm not sure I'd be using a 75k mile car as a starting point for a track build.

PAULUNM

[QUOTE=mistermct;10152823]Thanks Paulunm - I'm guessing this is your review; why did you not dig any deeper?



Yes, that's the one. I'm not really in the market- But I've been wanting to experience a GT3 compared to my turbo.

I don't track, and now know I prefer the power delivery of the turbo over the GT3 (on the street at least). I might add a GT3 to the stable someday, but I wouldn't trade my 35k mile turbo for that GT3.

The test drive did however convince me that I need to do a coilover upgrade- that car on Motons was so much more supple on our crappy, cement expansion joint freeways than my stock suspension.

FFaust

Be patient. Look for the right one, not the cheapest one. You'll know the right one when you find it.

mistermct

Thanks everyone for the input and the reminders to be patient. I will pass and keep looking!

turbosonoma

How about a local 997 gt3 with 4000kms on it. Pccb, sport chrono, nav etc $68000.

LVDell

$68K? What's wrong with it?