1999 Porsche C4 cab?
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1999 Porsche C4 cab?
No I haven't bought yet. Pulled into a gas station today and sitting there was a mint 99 C4 cabriolet. 31,000 miles. They're asking $35K...says he has an offer already (he's selling for a friend). Red with black top and black leather. Manual tranny. Looks brand freakin new.
What do I need to look for? Read about the common issues (plastic coolant tank and the mass air sensor).
Probably going to take it to the local Porsche dealer to have them check it out.
Wanna get him around $32K based on what I've seen on car sites and KBB.
Thoughts?
What do I need to look for? Read about the common issues (plastic coolant tank and the mass air sensor).
Probably going to take it to the local Porsche dealer to have them check it out.
Wanna get him around $32K based on what I've seen on car sites and KBB.
Thoughts?
Last edited by NSXNEXT; 12-18-2010 at 09:22 PM.
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Sounds a tad high though for a 99 Are you absolutely set on a 911? Nice 06+ Cayman S or Boxster S are in that price range and are miles nicer all around in my opinion. Not sure if you're set on a Cab as well but I saw an 05 Carrera 2 go for 38k a few weeks back with 50k miles.
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If you changed your username to C4NEXT you may raise a few eyebrows at the dept of homeland security. Just sayin to be careful which vehicle you choose.
I don't have much experience with Porsche so can't offer any advice there.
I don't have much experience with Porsche so can't offer any advice there.
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Sounds a tad high though for a 99 Are you absolutely set on a 911? Nice 06+ Cayman S or Boxster S are in that price range and are miles nicer all around in my opinion. Not sure if you're set on a Cab as well but I saw an 05 Carrera 2 go for 38k a few weeks back with 50k miles.
Decisions decisions.
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Maybe I'll take a ride to Lyndhurst.
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No I haven't bought yet. Pulled into a gas station today and sitting there was a mint 99 C4 cabriolet. 31,000 miles. They're asking $35K...says he has an offer already (he's selling for a friend). Red with black top and black leather. Manual tranny. Looks brand freakin new.
What do I need to look for? Read about the common issues (plastic coolant tank and the mass air sensor).
Probably going to take it to the local Porsche dealer to have them check it out.
Wanna get him around $32K based on what I've seen on car sites and KBB.
Thoughts?
What do I need to look for? Read about the common issues (plastic coolant tank and the mass air sensor).
Probably going to take it to the local Porsche dealer to have them check it out.
Wanna get him around $32K based on what I've seen on car sites and KBB.
Thoughts?
Price sounds high too unless it's full-boat optioned with a bunch of leather or something.
Last edited by TheMirror; 12-18-2010 at 10:10 PM.
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I was gonna say flat-nose until you said you wanted something you didn't want to worry about. Don't you think most older Porsches would be a bit worrisome?
IMO NSX is your best bet, but on the other side of the craziness spectrum:
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...standard=false
It's not a convertible, but it is an MT and its a freaking Aston Martin for $35k. Not that old, either.
IMO NSX is your best bet, but on the other side of the craziness spectrum:
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...standard=false
It's not a convertible, but it is an MT and its a freaking Aston Martin for $35k. Not that old, either.
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for 40-45k you can have a nice 01-02 tt. The boxsters and n/a 911's from those years have IMS issues where the motor blows. 10-17k for a new motor if it does. Something like that i would be somewhere in the 25-29k range.
Best of luck
Best of luck
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I was gonna say flat-nose until you said you wanted something you didn't want to worry about. Don't you think most older Porsches would be a bit worrisome?
IMO NSX is your best bet, but on the other side of the craziness spectrum:
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...standard=false
It's not a convertible, but it is an MT and its a freaking Aston Martin for $35k. Not that old, either.
IMO NSX is your best bet, but on the other side of the craziness spectrum:
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...standard=false
It's not a convertible, but it is an MT and its a freaking Aston Martin for $35k. Not that old, either.
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Rms is an issue, but it's not that bad. It's a $20 part but is usually done when a new clutch is installed b/c it's right there.
Features like xenon headlights, full leather, sport seats with porsche crests in the seat back are features that are popular.
The spark plug tubes tend to leak after a while, All you need to do is replace the two o-rings on each tube. They are fun to work on if you do your own work and that can really save you some money.
Features like xenon headlights, full leather, sport seats with porsche crests in the seat back are features that are popular.
The spark plug tubes tend to leak after a while, All you need to do is replace the two o-rings on each tube. They are fun to work on if you do your own work and that can really save you some money.
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Dude. NSX or Cayman for that price. And don't let one guy's recent forum experience turn you off from a nice used C6, either. Those are definitely and get good gas mileage in non-hooning mode.
Decisions, decisions, indeed. Have fun!
Decisions, decisions, indeed. Have fun!
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If you're going for the "for this money" suggestions, you could get a a brand new 2011 Mustang GT. M3 like performance....decent fuel economy....V8 rumble and torque....projected great reliability....
decisions.....
decisions.....
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I have had something I've always wanted to get off my chest and this forum just seems like the right time to do it. At this point I've given up fighting and have decided it's time. I hope you all understand, and will also one day except my decision. I will understand if you can't. Here goes.....
The Cayman does absolutely nothing for me. Doesn't move the "gotta have it meter" in me not one bit. Never has.
I am now at peace. Glad tidings to all. ♥
The Cayman does absolutely nothing for me. Doesn't move the "gotta have it meter" in me not one bit. Never has.
I am now at peace. Glad tidings to all. ♥
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NO. The early 996 cars like that one are to be avoided unless you can be certain that it has had a rear main seal (RMS) update and an intermediate shaft bearing upgrade. If you can't be certain of those things, you should be able to spend multiple thousands getting them fixed should those issues arise. Electrical problems too on some cars. Lots of trouble potential with early 996's; not to say they're all bad but there was better luck with the 2002 and up 3.6L versions.
Price sounds high too unless it's full-boat optioned with a bunch of leather or something.
Price sounds high too unless it's full-boat optioned with a bunch of leather or something.
Don't look at any 996 car that has headlights that are interchangeable with a Boxster. Porsche's first watercooled 911's have an exhaust note very similar to a Singer sewing machine which was later corrected by the availability of a "sport exhaust" option.
Beyond that, unless you are planning on driving in 4 seasons that include snow getting a "4" is a huge disservice to any enthusiast. The steering isn't nearly as precise as the RWD Carreras and the AWD system takes away a bit of power. IMO the 99 Carrera 4 is a dog of a sports car, I wouldn't want any AWD Porsche other than a 911 turbo (where RWD isn't an option without going the GT2 route). If I was going base or S model I would go with a C2. If it was going to drive in the snow, I would pony up the extra cash for the C4S and get the HP right the first time. If I wanted the best handling Porsche available I'd be getting a Cayman S If I wanted the best handling Porsche that you can get a sun tan in it would be a Boxster S.
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Glad tidings in return.
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Unfortunately this week is hell for me at work. I was hoping to have off tomorrow but my client decided to schedule and all-day tomorrow. At least he let me know today. I happened to be watching the Eagles game around the 3rd quarter when they were getting trounced. I was not happy.
Then the Eagles pulled out an absolutely amazing comeback and won in with no time left. Anyone who hasn't seen it should check out DeSean Jackson's punt return.
Then the Eagles pulled out an absolutely amazing comeback and won in with no time left. Anyone who hasn't seen it should check out DeSean Jackson's punt return.
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So I finally got a call from the owner. Had been dealing with the gas station owner.
Get this, the owner won't let me take it to the local Porsche dealer. I told him I didn't think he wanted me to drop it off so he's happy to drop it off for me. I'd pay the cost.
He tells me to have the garage where it's parked go over it and give me a report. Um, I believe I was born on a Saturday, but it wasn't yesterday.
Is this guy serious. Luckily it sounds like you guys don't think it's a good deal anyway.
Get this, the owner won't let me take it to the local Porsche dealer. I told him I didn't think he wanted me to drop it off so he's happy to drop it off for me. I'd pay the cost.
He tells me to have the garage where it's parked go over it and give me a report. Um, I believe I was born on a Saturday, but it wasn't yesterday.
Is this guy serious. Luckily it sounds like you guys don't think it's a good deal anyway.
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I still think you should go for the Cayman S if you want a Porsche.
I know that 65 Fury doesn't like the Cayman but the new one with 320hp is amazing ... I think that in most cases the Cayman can look incredibly bland.
But with the right wheels ...
I know that 65 Fury doesn't like the Cayman but the new one with 320hp is amazing ... I think that in most cases the Cayman can look incredibly bland.
But with the right wheels ...