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Lucky · 01-28-2009, 05:30 PM

While some engines have failed, many more have not. You read about the failures on forums like this. But there aren't any scientific surveys on rate of failure, so it is really hard to say if there is a good statistical chance your engine will fail and when.

I think that if your 117k mile engine is running fine, then with proper maintenance and use it should go to 200k without major issue.

I think you should stop worrying and enjoy the car!!!

I plan on driving my 99k mile 00 S until the wheels fall off (or 997S'es are cheap enough for me to buy one)... whichever comes first.

01-28-2009, 05:30 PM	#2
Lucky Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 244	While some engines have failed, many more have not. You read about the failures on forums like this. But there aren't any scientific surveys on rate of failure, so it is really hard to say if there is a good statistical chance your engine will fail and when. I think that if your 117k mile engine is running fine, then with proper maintenance and use it should go to 200k without major issue. I think you should stop worrying and enjoy the car!!! I plan on driving my 99k mile 00 S until the wheels fall off (or 997S'es are cheap enough for me to buy one)... whichever comes first. __________________ -- John '00 Boxster S '86 911 Carrera Coupe (Sold)