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Originally Posted by jb92563
You forgot to mention PRICE.
We will be able to tell whether your paying the right amount.
A very ballpark figure should be around $20k or less depending on options.
Really Low mileage is a mixed blessing, especially if the region you are buying from is moist and/or corossive. You can read lots about that in the forums.
Thats only 600 miles a year or perhaps 50 miles a month.
This is where a good PPI is important as the engine internals do not like to sit without getting a good coating of oil periodically, else internal corrosion could cause abrasive and corossive action from within. The IMS bearing and other seals need close scrutiny and perhaps even a compression leak down test would be prudent.
After its all said and done though, dont fret and enjoy the heck out of it after you've pulled the trigger.
I highly recommend a Porsche Performance Driving School.
Its loads of fun, you'll make new friends, really learn how to wring out some performance and keep yourself out of trouble.
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Thanks Ray. The car is in Seattle region and is being offered for 26,000. The following are options as far as I gather
- Carrera White with Black leather Interior
- Black Convertible Top
- 6-Speed Manual Trans
- Automatic Air Conditioning
- Self Dim Mirrors & Rain Sensor
- Power Seat Package
- Xenon Headlamp Package
- Chrome Exhaust Pipe
- Heated Front Seats
- 18” Lt Alloy Carrera Wheel
- Wheel Caps with Colored Crest
- Cruise Control
- HI-FI Sound (Digital)
- Porsche Windstop (Deflector)
- On Board Computer
- Black Mats – Porsche Lettering
- Alum/Lthr Shifter/Brake Handle
The owner has been very detailed in answering questions and has all records for annual service. It's priced about 4K under the KBB Private Party value; 3k above NADA price and 4K above Edmund's price. Based on my months of research this sounded like a reasonable price. Most 2004 or earlier cars around here with 40 to 70K miles having asking for 20 to 25k. Based on that the car seemed decently priced to me. I have another 2K to 3K I'm willing to pay to get new tires and any other things which come up in the PPI. If it goes beyond this, I will pass on this opportunity and keep looking for the next one. Please do add you thoughts on this.
One thing which I just can't make my mind up on is whether ultra-low mileage is a liability or an asset. Based on a multitude of posts I have read my analytical side of the brain says its a liability. But the emotional side tells me its an asset. Any more discussion/comments on this will be appreciated. The compression leak down test goes on my list of things to get done, thanks!
I will not have any regrets come what may - I promise I'm going to enjoy the car for as long as it lasts - 10 days, 10 months or 10 years. :>) I have the driving school on my list of things to do.
Thanks again. All your input is invaluable to me - even if it is contrary to my perception and conclusions.