Clutch needs replacing at 60000 miles

[thstone]

60K for a clutch is reasonable.

RMS leaking is VERY common. Some people have replaced it 2 or 3 times.

[surf40]

Offer them $2500 less due to the clutch and RMS problems, then use the savings to install new clutch, LN IMS, and RMS!

[Lordblood]

Originally Posted by surf40

Offer them $2500 less due to the clutch and RMS problems, then use the savings to install new clutch, LN IMS, and RMS!

I definitely agree with this. The clutch is a major repair and can be used as a big bargaining chip. Make sure you do the RMS together with the clutch, since they are located in the same place and will cost less in labor as a result. I had my RMS replaced for about 50 dollars when I did replaced it with the clutch (labor was $0).

[Perfectlap]

rms leak may be common but replacing it with the Cayenne rms may not cure the issue. Many owners have had repeated leaks. something to keep in mind.
Also, if the clutch needs replacing then there is no reason not to upgrade the IMS to the LN unit. You may need to replace the flywheel if there is scoring/burns. That's an extra $1200 in parts over just doing the clutch only. In other words offering $2500 less is simply paying the asking price because this is a big expense that they've identified. I would also ask how how much life is left in those shocks. Those run $2K to replace. You should also budget for the AOS, coolant reservoir tank, MAF, and cats if you plan to put 8-10K miles a year.. another couple of grand. I only drive the car on weekends and easily hit that mileage. The seller seems to be offloading the car at the point where some big ticket items are on their last 20%. I would look for car with less mileage, I'm sure there 2004's that average under 5-6K miles for sale.

[tdurnan]

60K is the same mileage that my clutch was down to the studs so you're in the neighbourhood. I did the LN IMS,RMS, and clutch at the same time well worth the added Piece of mind if you're doing the clutch anyway.