Z4k26

Hi! I am about to purchase my first 996, quite excited. When I went to see the car it had a small oil leak and blue smoke from the left exhaust. I read up on it all and based on what's out there information wise i felt massively put off! They seem to be time bombs waiting to consume your money. However I went ahead and the company offered to look into it all. 2 months later the car is down to have the cylinder liners resealed, bearings and cases replaced and new head. I believe this would be an engine rebuild?

I am worried buying this car is going to be problematic given it needed this work done on it. Everything else about the car is perfect for me, what I have been searching for for ages. Please could someone advise if my concerns are warranted? And if I should go ahead.

Many thanks

Hardback

Why would you still consider this car? Can you post the for sale link? Who is doing the work? Why not buy a car with a healthy motor? Ill stop here.

Z4k26

I guess because it has the GT3 kit, cab, well kept interior, only 60kon the clock and I am in effect getting a new engine. I thought that was a good thing?

I can't send the link as it has been taken off the showroom. So you think regardless of the engine rebuild this is not a god way to go. Problem is Carey I cant find another spec like it for sale as I don't want the face lift version

Byprodriver

Totally depends on what is being done & if it's done correctly. Find out EXACTLY what has been done, I doubt they are replacing the cases & buying a NEW head.

Z4k26

Thanks. No they are relining the cylinders new bearings small and big plus cases and replacing head with an X-ray'd and approved refurbished one. The only this that isn't being changed is the int shaft because it is in good condition. There is also a gaurentee on all works

Hardback

Who is doing the rebuild?

If the motor needs new cases (plural? and a new head) then none of this makes sense. There is nothing to rebuild if the cases are damaged.

I think you may be in over your head. Do yourself a favor and find another car and make sure you have a qualified Porsche mechanic do a thorough PPI.

Z4k26

Got it! Thanks Carey, I will knock this one on the head then and look for another. Hopefully it doesn't mean another year of searching!

C4CRNA

Could you tell us the VIN and seller so we can avoid this car also.

Byprodriver

It is possible the engine is rebuilt better than new & offered at a bargain price.