I have seen some owners of older porsches have this.
Was wondering if anyone got this for their 997? Is it worth it?

 

I got a free one from my dealer. It is just a piece of paper and I forgot where I put it. If you have to pay to get it, I'll said forget about it unless you plan to keep your car for a very long time.

 

Agree with Tim. I got mine in the mail from the dealer. It lists the VIN, the model and type, the options you chose, the MSRP and the production completion date. Nice to see, but I wouldn't have paid anything for it.

Kevin

 

I got one ... It's the window sticker.

 

don't I feel like an ***. I heard about this and thought it would be cool. So instead of asking about it I just run and order it. Great, $90 for the window sticker.

 

Lucky that I was able to get the window sticker with my CPO car.
I thought the the certificate would include some more specific detailed facts about my particular car production other than what can be found on the window sticker. Maybe also help with re-sale i nthe future?

 

Not exactly.

it's an itemization of optional equipment on your car w/VIN, model info etc.

 

The COA is important IF you plan to Concours your car at a PCA Parade, in the Preservation Group. That being said, the 997 will not qualify to compete in this group till 2020 (unless the Parade Competition Rules change before then). I purchased one for my 1991 928 GT specifically for that reason, and received one from the dealer for the 997 C4S for free. As stated above, it is not the window sticker, but contains much the same information. Hope this helps.

Jerry

 

COA?

Give me a break! I don't think I have any cheap knock offs.

 

When I told my wife I bought this she looked at me like I had ten heads. She asked if I can't just look in the garage to know that it's "authentic".

 

Your wife has it right.

 

Got one in the mail, too. Dealer also laminated the window sticker...nice touch.

 

Mussberger,
The CoA is used to verify that the car is as ordered, with all the original equipment (correct serial numbers for engine and transmission) and no later additions (such as sport exhaust, different wheels, etc.) That is the authenticity that it is certifying, and is important only for the Preservation Group in Concours. It is not to prove that your car wasn't made in China or is somehow not a real Porsche. Theoretically, for a collector, the correct serial numbers on the engine and transmission could be important in determining the car's value, too.

Jerry

 

The CofA will also show the original color and date of manufacture and sale which are also important for collectors which is why I got one for my 356B.

 

Never heard of a dealer laminating the window sticker. Looks like they made lots of money off of you!

If nothing else, it would make it a PITA to store...