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t2-bxtrs · 10-31-2008, 08:09 AM

i'll have to agree with the best condition, fully optioned, a good history of repairs and maintenance, not necessarily lowest mileage and if possible left over warranty on a 986 or 987 of your choice of color too.
in my case decided that it was a 986 that suits me like a glove.. test drove a few and visually checked the undercarriage for scrapes and leaks etc.. or any sign of abuse by the previous owner/s..
also a PPI is in order, although if you have a good feel for the car of your choice and have access to a good shop/technician, is much more preferable than going to a dealership to perform this for you, cause they just would'nt go through it thorougly. They just would not CARE !
I was lucky enough to find an 04S w/32k last dec'07 w/ the color(option) that i really like(atlas gray metallic) w full options, minus PSM.. in service date of May 04..
you've owned a 911 previously, so you have experience in Porsche ownership. i'd suggest that you really take a close look at the two and not base your decision alone on the integrity of the M96 engine, besides you also need a bit of luck with your final purchase.

10-31-2008, 08:09 AM	#6
t2-bxtrs Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: toronto canada Posts: 244	986 vs 987 i'll have to agree with the best condition, fully optioned, a good history of repairs and maintenance, not necessarily lowest mileage and if possible left over warranty on a 986 or 987 of your choice of color too. in my case decided that it was a 986 that suits me like a glove.. test drove a few and visually checked the undercarriage for scrapes and leaks etc.. or any sign of abuse by the previous owner/s.. also a PPI is in order, although if you have a good feel for the car of your choice and have access to a good shop/technician, is much more preferable than going to a dealership to perform this for you, cause they just would'nt go through it thorougly. They just would not CARE ! I was lucky enough to find an 04S w/32k last dec'07 w/ the color(option) that i really like(atlas gray metallic) w full options, minus PSM.. in service date of May 04.. you've owned a 911 previously, so you have experience in Porsche ownership. i'd suggest that you really take a close look at the two and not base your decision alone on the integrity of the M96 engine, besides you also need a bit of luck with your final purchase.