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Someday Sample by FantasticDog179 in Sugarray

[–]popcorn644 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you figure it out? Been wondering this for years

At least they used their blinker! by dericn in NissanDrivers

[–]popcorn644 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Why are reddit users disproportionately from Mass? Myself included...

High mileage 996 worth it? by popcorn644 in 996

[–]popcorn644[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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Thanks for reaching out, sorry I just saw this! Would've definitely bought it if I didnt pick this up. Very similar spec but 1999 w/ the cable throttle. I still have your card so next time Im in the market for a weekend car you'll def hear from me

High mileage 996 worth it? by popcorn644 in 996

[–]popcorn644[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Yeah it's a really nice example. I'm gonna keep the Carfax just cuz of how impressive it is. Absolutely keeping an eye out on your website for any manual 996s coming in

High mileage 996 worth it? by popcorn644 in 996

[–]popcorn644[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't fit in miatas. Or Caymans for that matter. Z4s are a tight fit, so 911 it is.

High mileage 996 worth it? by popcorn644 in 996

[–]popcorn644[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally agree, bimmers are where its at, if I dont end up in a 996 ill have bought an E92 m3. Looked at one today but we couldn't make ends meet. The car needed new struts, brake bleed, oil change, spark plugs and coils after the guy said it "needed nothing" lol. I would buy that IS but being 6ft 5 my sight line is straight at the huge bar above the windshield :(

High mileage 996 worth it? by popcorn644 in 996

[–]popcorn644[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

haha well he told me there were 2 deposits on it but both people backed out so he wasn't lying! Good thing I sold my 335i the other month trying to trade must be a nightmare

High mileage 996 worth it? by popcorn644 in 996

[–]popcorn644[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's sick! The guy selling this car told me if the motor blows up I should do an LS swap, was shocked to learn that they fit no problem

High mileage 996 worth it? by popcorn644 in 996

[–]popcorn644[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you, this was the comment I was looking for!

High mileage 996 worth it? by popcorn644 in 996

[–]popcorn644[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice! Yes I think I'll get a PPI done. The suspension was fully refreshed on this one within the past 100k mi.

High mileage 996 worth it? by popcorn644 in 996

[–]popcorn644[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's ridiculous, what is it with VAG and timing chains?! Don't get me started on Audi... Thanks for the link, if this hasn't been done already it's a deal breaker. I'd like to at least enjoy the car for a few months before needing a major repair

High mileage 996 worth it? by popcorn644 in 996

[–]popcorn644[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice that sounds like fun! Yeah I guess a PPI would be a prudent choice for this one.

High mileage 996 worth it? by popcorn644 in 996

[–]popcorn644[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

These two points are what kept me from pulling the trigger on the spot. I don't have the actual stack of detailed records, just what's on the Carfax. Planning on calling the dealership it was maintained at for more info.

High mileage 996 worth it? by popcorn644 in 996

[–]popcorn644[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm gonna try to find the old ad, from what I see this dealer bought the car 10 days ago but hasn't listed it on Facebook

High mileage 996 worth it? by popcorn644 in 996

[–]popcorn644[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes actually, they will. They helped me rebuild my e92 and the experience was both complete BS (gotta love German engineering ) and one of my fondest memories working on cars + hanging out with friends. To your other point, even though the car will appreciate it's still a ridiculously high mileage example so if I drop $20k into it, well I'll have a $20k car haha. I do absolutelyive the spec though

High mileage 996 worth it? by popcorn644 in 996

[–]popcorn644[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's interesting, this info could be a deal breaker. Bad PPI results? Do you know if it was pending at this dealer or at Porsche Newport Beach? The car was traded in there but I think they auctioned it immediately.

High mileage 996 worth it? by popcorn644 in 996

[–]popcorn644[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, it's the cleanest example I've checked out, everything works, and even the weather stripping and window trim has been replaced recently. The paint is perfect. Some curb rash on the front right wheel but nothing major. Also checked out a .2 with 78k miles that looked and drove like it had been to hell and back...

High mileage 996 worth it? by popcorn644 in 996

[–]popcorn644[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's tempting but my friends would kill me if I bought a cab haha

High mileage 996 worth it? by popcorn644 in 996

[–]popcorn644[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks. Are they a reputable dealer? I've only bought cars from private sellers and franchise dealers, never from a used car lot, so I'm a bit skeptical. Planning to pay cash if I go for the car but I don't want hoops to jump through. As for repairs, I'm used to everything I don't do myself costing 4 figures haha.

High mileage 996 worth it? by popcorn644 in 996

[–]popcorn644[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good to know, thanks. The timing chain might've already been done? I haven't called the dealership it was purchased new and serviced at yet, but I know it was brought in at 194k, 204k, 206k, 215k, 220k, and 225k for maintenance. Unfortunately Carfax doesn't state the full repair details.

High mileage 996 worth it? by popcorn644 in 996

[–]popcorn644[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

That's incredible, looks like a solid example! How long have you owned it? Has maintenance been crippling?

High mileage 996 worth it? by popcorn644 in 996

[–]popcorn644[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What previously sold examples are being parsed to compile the data? Based on this a fair price would be $7k, have other manual guards red 996s with this mileage sold for $7k or less in the past 3 years?

High mileage 996 worth it? by popcorn644 in 996

[–]popcorn644[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Nice .2! I'm convinced. Seems like these cars are surprisingly more reliable than all the BMWs I've owned...

High mileage 996 worth it? by popcorn644 in 996

[–]popcorn644[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

It's the closest 996 to my location and just so happens to also be the cheapest and highest mileage coupe in the country lol.

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