Wanting to buy the following 993
09-28-2011, 09:28 AM
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There are no codes for anything involving the exclamation point light. OBD codes are engine emmissions related while the exclamation point is for other attentions such as hand brake engaged, low fuel, etc, etc. When the exclamation point light goes on, there is another small light that goes on somewhere else on the dash to tell you what to pay attention to.
Cancelling the exclamation point light will not turn off the second light that indicates what the attention is. The second light will only go out when the situation is resolved. (ie, adding fuel, disengaging hand brake, etc.)
Could be wrong, but I don't recall the exclamation point light going on simutaneous with the spoiler light as Ilko mentioned.
Cancelling the exclamation point light will not turn off the second light that indicates what the attention is. The second light will only go out when the situation is resolved. (ie, adding fuel, disengaging hand brake, etc.)
Could be wrong, but I don't recall the exclamation point light going on simutaneous with the spoiler light as Ilko mentioned.
my post was too brief
he needs to find out why it is coming on.
I suspect there is another bulb out masking the reason it is lighting up
09-28-2011, 09:56 AM
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Thanks fellas for the timely info, I knew I was going to get on a fast learning curve.
The Carfax is clean, or does anybody really rely on carfax?
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The Carfax is clean, or does anybody really rely on carfax?
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09-28-2011, 10:18 AM
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The engine lid seems to have a bit of a bizarre fit. Further to that if you look at the last picture the right side sheet metal by the plastic cover seems a bit bent and the fitment of the plastic sill cover seems off. I just installed a new plastic sill on my 993 and I'm pretty sure the raised tabs on each side are not under the sheet metal, but sit in top of each edge. I maybe wrong but if there was any short of crunch back there that would explain the new fenders without the film as well as the lack of badge on the trunk lid.
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09-28-2011, 12:02 PM
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Spoiler light being on, then going off after you are driving is normal. The ! lighting up needs to be checked by a mechanic to make sure it's nothing serious .. my '95 used to come on because of the spoiler light as well, but my '98 doesn't .. go figure. Someone could have removed the fender film simply because it was faded or starting to peel .. BUT because of the implications it warrants a full body inspection by a good body shop .. definitely. It's a lot of money, you don't want to make a mistake.
Tannengruen is a very rare color here in the U.S., and IMHO very beautiful.
Tannengruen is a very rare color here in the U.S., and IMHO very beautiful.
09-28-2011, 12:32 PM
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WolfK, I am about to list my 95 993 with 19,942 miles as of today. It is aventurine green like the one you are looking at and I have owned for almost 13 years. e-mail me at ski2bhappy@aol.com if you want more info.
09-28-2011, 03:56 PM
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Couple of observations:
Front bumper cover looks to be a slightly different shade and as noted, rear deck lid is not aligning with fender edges. Also, left (driver side) front edge of hood seems to be up a little in the first couple of additional pics. There are rubber stoppers at each corner under the deck lid and hood for adjusting these things.
As noted, check the option codes for the badge delete and get a body shop to put a paint gauge on the paint to check for a respray. Good luck, sounds like you are going in with the right amount of skepticism.
Front bumper cover looks to be a slightly different shade and as noted, rear deck lid is not aligning with fender edges. Also, left (driver side) front edge of hood seems to be up a little in the first couple of additional pics. There are rubber stoppers at each corner under the deck lid and hood for adjusting these things.
As noted, check the option codes for the badge delete and get a body shop to put a paint gauge on the paint to check for a respray. Good luck, sounds like you are going in with the right amount of skepticism.
09-28-2011, 05:12 PM
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WolfK, I am about to list my 95 993 with 19,942 miles as of today. It is aventurine green like the one you are looking at and I have owned for almost 13 years. e-mail me at ski2bhappy@aol.com if you want more info.
09-28-2011, 10:47 PM
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09-29-2011, 10:26 AM
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I personally wouldn't buy a bucket of water from Auto Europe if my hair was on fire.
If you do decide to proceed, have a ppi done by either Howard Gilson (Gilson Motorsports) or Jeff Jones (Automotive Techniques).
If you do decide to proceed, have a ppi done by either Howard Gilson (Gilson Motorsports) or Jeff Jones (Automotive Techniques).
09-29-2011, 11:00 AM
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Nurburger, can you elaborate on Auto Europe? Had the PPI done yesterday by Lavery Porsche and it was pretty much a joke. All I got out of it was engine oil level was low, belts were cracking, air filter crushed, brake pads 50%, everything else good. Should have joined Rennlist earlier.
Will probably pass on the car
Will probably pass on the car
09-29-2011, 07:59 PM
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As a long term resident of the Ann Arbor/Detroit area, I second the motion of not trusting these guys....
They buy rough stuff and buff it to shine and then resell- have looked at other cars there and did not get warm fuzzy feelings....
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They buy rough stuff and buff it to shine and then resell- have looked at other cars there and did not get warm fuzzy feelings....
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09-29-2011, 08:14 PM
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I don't know the dealers, but I would stay away from that car.
Decal delete. Hood alignment is off. Colors are a bit off. There's clearly been a repaint, and likely damage....
It's also overpriced.
Decal delete. Hood alignment is off. Colors are a bit off. There's clearly been a repaint, and likely damage....
It's also overpriced.
09-29-2011, 09:47 PM
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WolfK, I am about to list my 95 993 with 19,942 miles as of today. It is aventurine green like the one you are looking at and I have owned for almost 13 years. e-mail me at ski2bhappy@aol.com if you want more info.
09-30-2011, 01:24 AM
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Front bumper cover definitely has been removed and installed without care.
Too much money IMHO.