911-997

I am considering buying a 997.1 with high mileage (100K) because they are within my budget. I am looking specifically for 2006+ model to get the update IMS design.

Question would be, if you are in my shoes (limited budget) would you get one? It is going to be my 2nd or even 3rd car so it is not my main DD.

Any helpful hits is greatly appreciated!

EDIT: One more question, how much would you pay for it?

semicycler

Go for it, especially if you are good with a wrench. Expect suspension repairs, perhaps interior parts swap, as well as a Porsche tax on parts. PPI is a must. When you find the right car do it, no regrets. Then drive it like you stole it. Screw the garage queens

motopix

Just budget 2k/year for fixes at an Indy unless you are into DIY. Parts and labor prices really aren't that bad for the vast majority of parts that go bad but PASM shock replacements are expensive.

jdgamble

Honestly, no. If you only have a 30k budget and you're stetching to buy a Porsche, you're gonna hate it if something breaks and you can't afford to fix it. It could turn into a financial nightmare. Wait until you can afford it.

Edit - I missed the 2nd or 3rd car aspect. My financial fear / conservativism took over when I read limited budget. If you are not 100% dependent on it that's a different story. I'm just a big believer in living well below your means. Wait is this Bogleheads?

Petza914

I'm going to own one here in a few months as my wife's '05 997.1 C2S is her daily and has 94,000 miles on it. At that mileage, a thorough PPI and service records will be very important to know what's been done and when (suspension, brakes, water pump, coolant tank, starter harness, clutch, plugs & coil packs, etc) so you don't get into a lot of maintenance costs.

Wayne Smith

I'd buy one with high mileage ...

I'll be at 100K on my .2 before summer ends. It still drives like it did when I got it 65K miles ago. These cars love to be driven. I would shy away from a low mileage garage queen. But that's me.

The last two posts make sense. You don't want to own one of these cars without cash to fix it. You want to know what you're buying before you leap.

There are big differences in repair requirements between the .1 and .2 cars as well. Your budget implies the first generation. This won't be your daily driver, so that gives you some extra margin. Only you know what that margin (and your tolerance for having a big repair sideline your ride) is.

Good luck with your decision.

jchapura

I would. I would go in with "eyes wide open" though. Detailed maintenance records (and other history - cold climate, for example) will open your eyes. PPI will open them further. Some trust (or warranty) with the seller would help mitigate issues. Even if you're a DIY-er, the Porsche "tax" is real. Having extra cars helps with the downtime if you do DIY. They are fun to drive, and work on, and the mystique, c'est magnifique. And the Porsche forums are pretty damn good, especially the guys who have already replied here - they are a god send.

911-997

I would like to add another question to the mix. If you would buy a 100K C2S, how much would you pay for it? 2006 or 2007 model

kellen

Yes. Mid to low 30's, more if great history and options with paperwork. Lower if no paperwork, base model. PPI a must.

Falcondrivr

Yes. Maintenance is everything with these cars. I'd buy a well maintained and cared for 100,000 miler before an unknown car with 40,000.

wportervt

For those miles I would be aiming for well under $30k for price range. If your budget is mid $30's I think you should be able to find a solid car with miles in the 60-80k range.

wportervt

For example... Here's an absolutely loaded 2006 C4S cab with 118k miles on it asking only $27k. Could be a great deal if it was well maintained and the car checks out. You need to do your due diligence on a car like this though, you're buying the previous owner as much as the car...

http://atcm.co/S2PVDP/1ACFD751

gotgolf52

I wouldn't but that just me though. Good luck

Tarek307

FYI i deal in Porsches specially high mileage ones & trust them more than the low mileage ones! If a 100K 997 has a decent ppi go for it 100% , i've bought many 996's with over 100k on them and sold them and my clients 2-3 years down the road still haven't had any issues

Para82

I'm approaching 100,000 miles in my 997.1 C2S and wouldn't sell it to you because it drives too good. Go for it!