Would you bypass a PPI if...

[Brucelee]

"I guess I've just been lucky."

Indeed!

[90red]

How necessary is a PPI for a vehicle still under the factory warranty?

[rdancd816]

I totally agree with BruceLee that a PPI is essential. I also agree that they are not flawless. I bought my Boxster from a dealer and they did not inform or observe the following and claimed the car was PPI'd: slight RMS leak, original convertible top cables (prone to failure), and 9 year old tires. Happily the car has been great, but let the buyer beware!

[Sammy]

Originally Posted by 90red

How necessary is a PPI for a vehicle still under the factory warranty?

It's still a good idea as a PPI may be able to point out issues that may not be serious at the time of inspection but may be an issue after the warranty expires. For example, if the cam cover has a little bit of oil leaking from the gasket and you only have 6 months left on the warranty you may not notice the problem until after the warranty expires.

I did not get a PPI done and haven't regretted it but I will definitely consider it for future purchases.

[racer_d]

I bypassed a PPI on my Boxster... and my 911.. and my 914. Why? because I now a little bit about cars, what to look for, where the problems are and roughly what they cost to repair. If you lack this confidence, you might want a PPI. If the seller won't commit to one it could be:

1) He's offended
2) Never thought of the need for one on such a "new car"
3) Hiding something
4) Never heard of a PPI before

I've sold some cars with a PPI and some without. Bought some with and some without.

Life's a gamble. No one says something won't/can't be missed on a PPI that could still end up costing you money.

Nowadays, Porsche buyers search the web, research a car, and expect a seller to allow a PPI because of all the horror stories the web provides.

Do what makes you feel better. If that means a PPI and the seller is not agreeable, walk away.

[bmx672]

I'm almost leaning towards buying a higher mile, slightly more expensive Boxster from a Porsche dealer... it just seems a little more safe you might say...
I'm not sure what to do... I didn't realize how complicated this process was. i've always bought new cars.

[SC986]

I guess I can see if he's really honest why he might be offended....but....he should get over it. It's not personal, it's business.

My ppi revealed a slight slit in one of the CV Boots. I highly doubt any owner would know that no matter how well they treat their Boxster.

No biggy or deal breaker, nothing that needed an immediate fix, but that could have been a expensive repair down the road if it had not been found during the ppi.

Show him a $2000 earnest money check and I bet he quickly becomes cooperative.

[7th gear]

Originally Posted by SC986

I guess I can see if he's really honest why he might be offended....but....he should get over it. It's not personal, it's business.

say that 2 times!!! i'd do that w/ my friends & relatives in a heartbeat. you really can't be too careful.....unless you've just got the bucks to burn.

i don't know much about cars. that's why i read/talked for a few years while i worked up the $$$. i found the 986, talked w/ the salesman and negotiated the price minus whatever the ppi lists. when i got thru my ppi, the salesman went and took the ppi list to his mechanic and replaced the front tires. the other things listed on the ppi were 'nit-picky'. so i bought it. after that, i bought a warranty just to cover myself.