View Poll Results: Would you buy 997 Porsche with 110,000K?? Do you prefer Manual or Auto Transmission??
Yes
38
28.79%
No
32
24.24%
I Prefer Manual Transmission
55
41.67%
I Prefer Automatic Transmission
7
5.30%
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How many of us would buy a 997 with 110,000 miles
10-18-2018, 03:03 PM
#17
Three Wheelin'
My BMW friend has been looking for a clean yet high mileage 997 since he's on a tight budget. I've been trying to help him locate a 6 speed for around 30K. 100K isn't much for a 10-12 yr old car.
10-18-2018, 04:56 PM
#19
Hmmm. I would be happy selling my '09 997.2S manual for somewhere in the low $30's. 91k daily driven miles. 
But it not for sale. And yes I would buy a well taken care high mile 997.2 manual. Mine has been great, maybe because I drive it the hell out if it?
But it not for sale. And yes I would buy a well taken care high mile 997.2 manual. Mine has been great, maybe because I drive it the hell out if it?
10-18-2018, 06:12 PM
#20
I would but it would have to be such a good deal that I would throw caution to the wind. If it's only a small difference from a low mileage car then I would rather pay more for the better car.
10-18-2018, 07:55 PM
#21
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I've always tried buying 996C4S or 997 Porsche in the 65K-80K mile range - Usually those cars have had major items replaced/services preformed.
Just like I thought, I can see form the poll Manual Transmission is by far more desirable. At the moment 28-3
When I shopped for my '07 997.1 C4S, so many were Automatic Transmission and ugly color combos.
Just like I thought, I can see form the poll Manual Transmission is by far more desirable. At the moment 28-3
When I shopped for my '07 997.1 C4S, so many were Automatic Transmission and ugly color combos.
10-19-2018, 02:06 PM
#23
Instructor
Manual for me please (I would like to find a sequential) and as for buying a car with over 110K miles .... how much? I have several over that, matter of fact I have one car that is over 265K miles. I don't buy cars as investments, I buy them because they are something I want to drive, maintain, and have fun with. and even for the right price I would even consider a PDK, but that is only because I want to see how much more fun that is on the track.
10-19-2018, 11:50 PM
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I would... and bought mine back in July with 107k. Hopefully, I don't regret putting this in writing and have it come back to bite me. Mine is actually a PDK, but had a lot of good maintenance history, so I feel pretty good about it. I am really impressed with the PDK and it doesn't show any signs of concern so far. I've put 2,500 miles on it and my only expenses have been self-inflicted (fisters, x-pipe, 991 steering wheel, upgraded audio for Pandora/Spotify streaming). I think I will keep/drive this one for awhile, but my next one will likely be a manual.
Decision to go with something higher mileage was budget driven, but now that I have one, convincing my wife of an upgrade (down the road) is a smaller hill to climb than jumping into a $50k investment for another toy. I knew if I was going to go buy one with that many miles, for me, it had to be a 997.2. Everything I read here prior to purchase had me concerned about bore scoring and IMS (really only if I was going to buy a 2005). There was not much 997.2 inventory out there in a coupe at my price point. When I found this one and drove it, inspected and saw the history, I went for it. This is my first 911 and I have a second car (not a DD), so if it does need a major repair I am prepared to deal with that.
FWIW, I've had other higher milage cars, but I can't believe how good it feels/drives/sounds. I assume just a Porsche thing, but this car is still so tight it feels like most other vehicles I have owned felt at 10-20k miles. Motor mounts a few other components have been replaced that may be assisting in that, but it really is a testament to how these things are engineered.
Decision to go with something higher mileage was budget driven, but now that I have one, convincing my wife of an upgrade (down the road) is a smaller hill to climb than jumping into a $50k investment for another toy. I knew if I was going to go buy one with that many miles, for me, it had to be a 997.2. Everything I read here prior to purchase had me concerned about bore scoring and IMS (really only if I was going to buy a 2005). There was not much 997.2 inventory out there in a coupe at my price point. When I found this one and drove it, inspected and saw the history, I went for it. This is my first 911 and I have a second car (not a DD), so if it does need a major repair I am prepared to deal with that.
FWIW, I've had other higher milage cars, but I can't believe how good it feels/drives/sounds. I assume just a Porsche thing, but this car is still so tight it feels like most other vehicles I have owned felt at 10-20k miles. Motor mounts a few other components have been replaced that may be assisting in that, but it really is a testament to how these things are engineered.
10-20-2018, 12:33 AM
#26
I would... and bought mine back in July with 107k. Hopefully, I don't regret putting this in writing and have it come back to bite me. Mine is actually a PDK, but had a lot of good maintenance history, so I feel pretty good about it. I am really impressed with the PDK and it doesn't show any signs of concern so far. I've put 2,500 miles on it and my only expenses have been self-inflicted (fisters, x-pipe, 991 steering wheel, upgraded audio for Pandora/Spotify streaming). I think I will keep/drive this one for awhile, but my next one will likely be a manual.
Decision to go with something higher mileage was budget driven, but now that I have one, convincing my wife of an upgrade (down the road) is a smaller hill to climb than jumping into a $50k investment for another toy. I knew if I was going to go buy one with that many miles, for me, it had to be a 997.2. Everything I read here prior to purchase had me concerned about bore scoring and IMS (really only if I was going to buy a 2005). There was not much 997.2 inventory out there in a coupe at my price point. When I found this one and drove it, inspected and saw the history, I went for it. This is my first 911 and I have a second car (not a DD), so if it does need a major repair I am prepared to deal with that.
FWIW, I've had other higher milage cars, but I can't believe how good it feels/drives/sounds. I assume just a Porsche thing, but this car is still so tight it feels like most other vehicles I have owned felt at 10-20k miles. Motor mounts a few other components have been replaced that may be assisting in that, but it really is a testament to how these things are engineered.
Decision to go with something higher mileage was budget driven, but now that I have one, convincing my wife of an upgrade (down the road) is a smaller hill to climb than jumping into a $50k investment for another toy. I knew if I was going to go buy one with that many miles, for me, it had to be a 997.2. Everything I read here prior to purchase had me concerned about bore scoring and IMS (really only if I was going to buy a 2005). There was not much 997.2 inventory out there in a coupe at my price point. When I found this one and drove it, inspected and saw the history, I went for it. This is my first 911 and I have a second car (not a DD), so if it does need a major repair I am prepared to deal with that.
FWIW, I've had other higher milage cars, but I can't believe how good it feels/drives/sounds. I assume just a Porsche thing, but this car is still so tight it feels like most other vehicles I have owned felt at 10-20k miles. Motor mounts a few other components have been replaced that may be assisting in that, but it really is a testament to how these things are engineered.
I bought mine(06C2S) in May with 181,000 miles. Runs great (knock on wood) and I'm loving it. I expect to rebuild that motor sometime in the future but that is part of the fun of it for me. Besides, I've met some really great people on here and IRL that wouldn't have happened without this car.
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10-20-2018, 12:55 AM
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Bought my 997.1S with 106K on the odometer. Felt reassured due to the engine replaced at 80K or so miles.
Buy the owner. 100K car without records is very different from 100K well maintained vehicle.
If looking at 100K cars due to small budget you are gambling. May work out but between the maintenance and the possibility of $$ repairs it’s a losing battle if scrimping for the purchase price.
Buy the owner. 100K car without records is very different from 100K well maintained vehicle.
If looking at 100K cars due to small budget you are gambling. May work out but between the maintenance and the possibility of $$ repairs it’s a losing battle if scrimping for the purchase price.
10-20-2018, 01:26 AM
#28
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I would buy a manual 997.2 with that mileage. Having a lot of fun with the PDK but would not own a PDK car without warranty until they start repairing instead of just replacing the whole thing. Understand that warranty is hard to come by at this mileage, manual or PDK.
10-20-2018, 04:38 PM
#29
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I would buy one if I know or meet the owner personally and approve the way they take care of their cars.
I certainly wouldn't not buy one off of a used dealer lot.
I certainly wouldn't not buy one off of a used dealer lot.
10-20-2018, 05:26 PM
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Bought a 117k mile .1 FL carrera this past summer off a lot. It's been ok because I expected some work. I've changed rotors, pads, plugs, coils, MAF, coolant, thermostat, brake fluid, and the horrible radio.
This is normal stuff for an older car. I wouldn't expect anything less.
My BMW i3 don't ever need me to work on them. no coolant changes, oil changes, or emissions stuff to break.
This is normal stuff for an older car. I wouldn't expect anything less.
My BMW i3 don't ever need me to work on them. no coolant changes, oil changes, or emissions stuff to break.
