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Jun 5, 2012 | 03:15 PM

twlai

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2006 C4 buying advice

I am looking at two 2006 C4, 60k and 68k miles on them.

Anything specially I should look for other than a PPI? DME?

These are early 997.1 model, and read and research on here
I found many problem was fixed in 2007+.

I want it to be my DD and will bring to track once or twice a year,
should I get a newer one instead?

Thanks,

Tim

Jun 6, 2012 | 02:52 AM

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Most issues were resolved by the MY06 cars (997.1). Why a C4? Keep in mind that the pre MY09 cars were very simplistic AWD systems that use a viscous clutch system to transmit power up to the front differential. By the MY09 997 they adopted the 997 Turbo electronic system that was more based upon the Carrera 4 from 1989 and the similar vintage 959 super car. For many many years Porsche was hesitant to expect reliability from a sophisticated AWD system so they kept it really simple with the viscous clutch design. Reliability has come a long way since 1989.

Jun 8, 2012 | 02:52 AM

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I have owned my '06 C4 for 5+ years with no problems @ 47,000 miles. I live in the Seattle area & really value the extra capability of the AWD in the rain & snow. I take it up snowshoeing & skiing. The AWD may not be as high tech as the 997.2, but it works fine for me. The 997.2 has the DFI engine with fewer moving parts & more power. Unfortunately that engine does not sing like like the 997.1, & to me, that is a deal-breaker. My engine @ 2700 RPM still gives me chills.

Jun 8, 2012 | 03:38 AM

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I agree. My -09 PDK is a rocket compared to the -06 6sp but as for exhaust note there's no arguing which sounds better. I had Tubi on both and that raw growl on the -06 just isn't there on the DFI engine. Even with a Tubi system that costs $1,000 more than the already expensive one for the 997.1. It's still good but a bit higher pitched with less of the old style grunt. More "euro" some would say.

Jun 8, 2012 | 07:51 PM

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THere is a simple fix for the 997.2 exhaust sound. Replace the center muffler with Sharkwerks pipes, which will imporve the sound. I did that and also added PSE. The muffler sound of my 997.2 is awesome.

Jun 8, 2012 | 08:36 PM

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If you get the 997.1 just add the gundo hack for sound for a couple of hundred and your done

Jun 18, 2012 | 03:18 PM

twlai

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Finally, I am going to see the car this weekend.
I think the price is right, and I am going to bring it to a PPI.
Since this is a early 997 (2006), have 68k mileage, and the owner never
updated the IMS, should I update the IMS as soon as I get the car?

Also, is there any sound or noise I should be looking for during test drive to avoid this car?

Thanks,

Tim