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I’ve been in the market for similar (2017 and 2018 4S’s). I actually just purchased a 2017 4S from Carmax this weekend.
I’ve probably looked through about 6 months of threads on the 971 Panameras before buying and really only came out with a few things:
Get a PPI done just to make sure the specific one you’re looking at is alright. Carmax doesn’t allow PPI’s, but they have a 30 day return window. So I’ll be getting one done hopefully this week and I’ll return the car if anything too bad shows up. I’ve already had 1 issue in my 1 day of having the car - the trunk won’t latch shut. Car is currently at Carmax waiting to be looked at. Plan for an extended warranty (I got Maxcare with 5 yrs/ 100k odo for $3700)
The 971s are still fairly new cars and the majority are still under factory warranty (particularly 2018s and 2019s in your case). This means most issues are covered and I tend to find people mostly post when it’s coming out of their own pocket. Hence the lack of info on 971s. But generally speaking, I haven’t found any notable issues that weren’t 1-offs in posts.
Make sure to get one with the options you like. Despite these cars being $100k+ new, they are missing a lot of common tech features standard. For me it was 14-way seats, air suspension and a non-black interior as a requirement. My car was $122k new and it doesn’t have keyless entry (comfort access package) for example.
Last edited by TheAv1ator; 03-28-2022 at 12:03 PM.
thanks - it'll be my second Porsche and you're right, a lot of the options are ala carte which is crazy for basic items like keyless entry. thanks for the response
Good advice on the equipment. Options cost a fortune when buying new, but add very little to the price on the resale market.
Yes, equipment that would be standard on most mid-priced family sedans is all optional on a Porsche. Paying extra for that stuff makes buyers of new Porsches feel wealthy, important and successful. I recall Topgear griping about this.
. Paying extra for that stuff makes buyers of new Porsches feel wealthy, important and successful.
Stereotype much? Data point 1: It made me feel cheated, a little grumpy, and broke. But needed to be done. I wasn't about to spend that much money on a car and not have at least the same creature comforts as my Lexus.
I’ve been in the market for similar (2017 and 2018 4S’s). I actually just purchased a 2017 4S from Carmax this weekend.
I’ve probably looked through about 6 months of threads on the 971 Panameras before buying and really only came out with a few things:
Get a PPI done just to make sure the specific one you’re looking at is alright. Carmax doesn’t allow PPI’s, but they have a 30 day return window. So I’ll be getting one done hopefully this week and I’ll return the car if anything too bad shows up. I’ve already had 1 issue in my 1 day of having the car - the trunk won’t latch shut. Car is currently at Carmax waiting to be looked at. Plan for an extended warranty (I got Maxcare with 5 yrs/ 100k odo for $3700)
The 971s are still fairly new cars and the majority are still under factory warranty (particularly 2018s and 2019s in your case). This means most issues are covered and I tend to find people mostly post when it’s coming out of their own pocket. Hence the lack of info on 971s. But generally speaking, I haven’t found any notable issues that weren’t 1-offs in posts.
Make sure to get one with the options you like. Despite these cars being $100k+ new, they are missing a lot of common tech features standard. For me it was 14-way seats, air suspension and a non-black interior as a requirement. My car was $122k new and it doesn’t have keyless entry (comfort access package) for example.
I purchased a used 2018 4s last year. Had a terrible roof rattle. Found from this website there is a Service Bulletin out on how they can fix it at no charge to you. Had mine done, no issues now.
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I'm been doing research the past couple of weeks, what else should I look for and any troubles I should be concerned with?
If you experience any roof rattles on your test drives, go over rough roads, they have a service bulletin for that repair. North Scottsdale Porsche was hesitant at first to try and fix, then told them they had a SB for repair specs.
I bought a 2018 with factory warranty remaining until 3/2023. So far only a seat memory recall which was fixed. It’s been running great for the last two months I owned it. Tire puncture yesterday but I had the T&W coverage, those 315/30/21 on the back are like $500+. The dealer put a new tire. I have a $400 ceramic Tint on the car. The car is super fun. Look at the window sticker attached. I am willing to sell it for the right price if there is demand. I’d be happy with $95K for it, 17,500 Miles only.
2018 4S Very Big Car for a 5’7”, Coming from a 2017 911C2 Kids love the rear control panel and more room than the 911C2 I tinted it all black 20%…. Looks great
I bought a 2018 with factory warranty remaining until 3/2023.
Wow that's a good find!. I'm looking at a 2018 4S and its factory warranty expires next month, CPO gets me another 2 years after that.
My recent 2017 4S from Carmax ended up being a dud, so I returned it. Just waiting on the loan to clear off my name, and I'm springing on this one if its still available.
Wow that's a good find!. I'm looking at a 2018 4S and its factory warranty expires next month, CPO gets me another 2 years after that.
My recent 2017 4S from Carmax ended up being a dud, so I returned it. Just waiting on the loan to clear off my name, and I'm springing on this one if its still available.
sorry to hear but a greater one awaits.. what exactly was wrong with the Carmax purchase and how did you find out etc? Just want to learn and avoid them if this is a common thing from Carmax given the price paid.
03-25-2022, 09:43 PM
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