I thought the 918's were all sold out as of a few weeks ago? Personally unless his last name is Porsche, I don't think he or his gf should get another.
At any rate, they say that they because the engine is in the 'back' that they can rebuild these as long as the carbon fiber tub is intact. However, I think they are forgetting this is a bleeding-edge AWD hybrid. Lots if important bits up front, too!
2003 986 2.7
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