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Old Mar 29, 2026 | 09:33 AM
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Question Oil leak / oil drip on 997.1 GT3

Hi guys (and girls ofc)!

I am considering a 997.1 GT3 CS to be added to the collection. I noticed a oil "leak" seepage whatever you would like to call it.

I know more info is needed, however I thought to ask if anybody can identify base on experience?

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Old Mar 29, 2026 | 09:40 AM
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Could be something like seen here: https://rennlist.com/forums/997-gt2-...l#post17814949

It appears that it's coming from closer to the front of the car (rear of the motor) vs where you circled. When driving, the wind would have carried it to the area you circled. The shop should be able to identify where it's coming from and give you a quote, but it wouldn't prevent me from moving forward with the car if all else checks out.
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Old Mar 29, 2026 | 11:55 AM
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Originally Posted by Bxstr
Could be something like seen here: https://rennlist.com/forums/997-gt2-...l#post17814949

It appears that it's coming from closer to the front of the car (rear of the motor) vs where you circled. When driving, the wind would have carried it to the area you circled. The shop should be able to identify where it's coming from and give you a quote, but it wouldn't prevent me from moving forward with the car if all else checks out.
Many thanks! Let's see, I am planning trading my 996 Turbo X50 to the GT3 CS. All else checked out. I have told the seller to check it out.
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Old Mar 29, 2026 | 12:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Vect
Many thanks! Let's see, I am planning trading my 996 Turbo X50 to the GT3 CS. All else checked out. I have told the seller to check it out.
You won't regret the move into the GT3. Post some pics when you get it.
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