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Originally Posted by jdlmodelt
Rjbasile,
Congratulations and don't be discuoraged by all the negativity. Dang Guys! What a welcome. I'm glad you found a sport car you are excited about. I have not been anywhere near even $1000/year. I do my own oil changes. I've done all of my own repairs. A new aftermarket start (that works wonderfully) was $87.00. Aftermarket brakes and rotors were $214.00. I purchased the Durametric so I could clear my own codes and see the metrics of the engine. I had to replace one seat belt buckle. I drive mine at least once per week year round. Keep the fluids regular by not letting it sit for too long. I replaced the front tires when I bought it three years ago. I put new rears on it back in October.
Welcome and ENJOY!
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BY the way, I paid $12000 for my 99 with 59,000 miles on it. The engine had been replaced in 2008 with a Porsche factory rebuild at 34,000 miles with the Porsche IMS solution. Apparently, a larger single row that can only be replaced by completely tearing down the engine and splitting the case. So, I'll be driving mine and enjoying. I read an article in the Porsche magazine about a couple who's engine lasted over 450,000 miles. So, I'll just take care of it and see how I do. The funnest car I have ever driven.
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