FOR SALE: Porsche 911 997 Carrera 2 S Coupe (2005 model yr)

[SAC1]

Looks very nice that

Get an inspection including borescope, add a PSE and away you go

My first question would be - "Has the IMS bearing been uprated?"

My son says "bore score /IMS - no it hasn’t been replaced to my knowledge. Statistics show that 2000-2005 996 versions of the 911 are more susceptible to IMS failure than the 997. Something that can be replaced if you want, but Cameron [the supplying dealer] advised that it is not required on this particular 997. They have known the car most of its life and will also vouch for the car."

[adam b]

caveat emptor

that sounds like a selling dealer comment not your son

[SAC1]

caveat emptor

that sounds like a selling dealer comment not your son

I asked the Q and this response was straight from my son's lips.....

He bought it in Oct 2016 and has experienced no issues with the engine in those 3+ years

[VanB]

As far as I'm aware the IMS issue was predominantly confined to the 996 although some (about 1%) of late 2005 early 2006 997s (non-S) were also affected so unlikely to be an issue here

[SAC1]

Now SOLD to a private buyer from Cornwall on the 20 March at the full asking price.

[Wing Commander]

Great news! That car will make the new owner very happy!