997.2 - thoughts on this? a fair price based on the ad?

[Shuey]

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Hey all - could I get a second opinion on this. I’m a bit far from it - I know a lot of it comes down to seeing the car.
Based on the ad, do you think it’s fairly priced? Or a bit over. Was initially at 29.5k.

 

[athomp04]

I think that is a fair price especially given that it looks to have been well maintained and in good condition. One of the owners wanted more noise given the mods so will require a test drive re suitability. Whilst the mileage is leggy compared to others it’s nothing for a car of this age and will give plenty more service

 

[KarlRS]

Looks good, buyers market at the moment so the seller may be open to some negotiation. A PPI is vital though and may give you some leverage on price as well and identify any potential issues

 

[Alex]

Seller knows what he's on about and looks like that reflects in the ownership and condition. It's a thumbs up from me.

 

[Roro]

I would be interested in that if I was in the market. Previous owner was in it for the long term which is a good sign. Potentially a good deal on the cards, would also PPI regardless though as mentioned above

 

[Shuey]

Thanks all for the comments. Yup if I decide to put an offer - I’ll defo do PPI.

Another question - how easy is it replace the rear seat pad with a new one? And any idea on cost for a new one

 

[Shuey]

ALSO can anyone advise on the real world difference on mpg between an S and standard 997.2?

I know it’s the last thing you think of when buying a sports car but I’ll be coming out of a M2 - and this will be my daily.

what can I expect pootling around town in an S vs a non S?

 

[Alex]

Same speed same mpg approx........but that never happens when you have more power

 

[CWC]

Thanks all for the comments. Yup if I decide to put an offer - I’ll defo do PPI.

Another question - how easy is it replace the rear seat pad with a new one? And any idea on cost for a new one

Easy-velcro on the underside-not sure how much

 

[KarlRS]

Rear seat pad is just velcro’d on. I only have a 3.6 997.2 PDK C4 cab. I don’t drive it hard enough, round town though I live in a rural area is low to mid 20’s. Depends on how heavy the right foot is and how twisty/engaging the roads are. On a blast back on the French autoroutes from Austria I obtained a reasonable mpg, but that is the exception rather than the rule. A DSC sport controller for suspension if it does not have one is a must. Don’t be put off too much by the mileage, Porsches like to be driven rather than placed in a glass case!

 

[Slayer]

Not much of a difference in MPG between S and base Carrera. Depends how heavy your right foot would be ..

 

[Tyremanrob]

I think it's sensibly priced and as others have said the recent work and knowledge of the owner would be a big plus for me.

 

[spinnaker]

Agreed, looks like a nice one at a decent price. Definitely get a PPI done by someone decent. I wouldn't worry too much about the mileage. I have the Milltek back boxes on my car and they are quite loud. The seat cushions do come up on ebay for £100-£200 second hand. I can't see much an issue with the ones in the car as they do end up having the odd dimple in them here and there. You can spruce them up a bit with leather cleaners, etc. Good luck!

 

[JonnieD]

I think that looks great value at that price. Looking at the spec, apart from no Sport Chrono, it has loads of other nice options. Possibly even a demo / press car spec?

The Milltek exhaust will only be the rear centre box instead of the restrictive OEM one, so it won't be very loud. You'd need a PSE type switchable one for max volume.

 

[Shuey]

cool thanks for all the info guys. Will keep you all updated if I do go for it.

I think realistically I’m going to wait a bit longer and see what else comes on market. I ideally wanted the non S version, (primarily down to not have to fork out £700 on tax).
Plus I also wanted the sport chrono clock - I know sounds a bit ott but just love the look of having that on the dash.

Anyway if he does drop a bit more then I might reconsider - my m2 costs me 400 more in Insurance and tax vs what 997.2 Cs will cost which to me feels a bit mad.