What do the prior service records indicate? how frequent were the oil changes done and at what mileage? any over heating incidents? how about electrical issues/repairs, etc... If all of these check out then have a compression test done and have the panels checked with a paint meter. Of course, if there are zero service records then I'd consider setting aside an extra $25K to rebuild the engine JIC. Also... where was the car driven? Carfax should provide those details as to where it was registered. Seems that colder weather cars may need more scrutiny per Flat6. I'd drain all the oil and inspect the sump with a bore scope through the drain plug for metal debris. Also remove the spark plugs and bore scope the cylinders. You're rolling the dice so the more PPI done upfront the less you'll likely pay post purchase. GL and keep us posted.

 

$27k for a c2s that runs and drives? Where is it?

We got people selling mid 80's 911 SC's with 200,000+ miles for that.

Buy it.

(Unless you'd rather pay 40 something for a different one)

 

Do an extensive PPI and have the IMS checked as a PPI/deal stopper and go from there.

tino

 

Done deal...I'm a new Porsche owner! I took it to my mechanic and here's what he found:

Clutch is not slipping, just some hot spots and RMS is not leaking.
Brakes are good; just need to flush fluid ($100)
Coil packs are cracking and spark plugs need to be changed ($500)
Rear shocks (PASM) are leaking, but ride feels good ($1300)
Front inner/outer TRE needs to be replaced ($200)

I'm going to do the coil packs, flush/belt & TRE's.

I ended up getting this car for an amazing price...so $1k isn't too bad.

 

I am glad to hear that you did not get talked out of the purchase. Sounds like a great deal!

 

Didn't happen til you post pics

 

Well done. Thats a very fair price, especially for an S. And it sounds like you purchased the car for less than the asking price. Congrats!

 

That's awesome news! Congratulations and welcome Now we must see this beast! We offer everything you need from an ignition service kit to brake fluid. Let me know if I can help you with anything. For more information Click Here. Enjoy! It sounds like you got a great deal.

 

Pics Please

 

Great news! Congratulations.

 

Thanks everyone! Day 1 of Porsche ownership and it's in the shop getting worked on...hopefully this isn't a bad sign. .

I'll post pics once I pick it up.

I need to get an iPod hookup...is Dension 500 still the most available/best to get?

 

My first 911 had about 150,000 miles on it when I bought it. I drove the **** out of it for nine years and about 35,000 miles. Never let me down (well, one time - a CDI box failure). You can't neglect them like a Honda but if you maintain them and use quality parts they will serve you well.

 

You stole it, big congrats, you're now driving a $100,000 Porsche for a fraction of the cost, big win all around.

 

Congratulations!

 

As to the iPod integration...I've got an '05, I considered several options, finally went with the Tranzit-Blu HF. I don't have an iPod, just an iPhone, and the TBHF handles hands-free phone, GPS directions, and music streaming via bluetooth(phone calls and GPS will interrupt the music, then start playing again when the call or directions are over. It was a fraction of the cost of a Dension and an easy install. As to sat radio, I have Spotify premium, for $10/mo I have access to like a million songs, albums, and can create playlists at will. The great thing for me, as I'm on ATT and don't have unlimited data, is that my playlists can be synced offline, so I can load them from WiFi and stream them in the car without using a single byte of my data plan. A USB-lightning plug cord and cig lighter adapter keeps my iPhone charged while I'm driving.