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What to look for when buying a 996

Josh Kirkpatrick
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I am thinking about pulling the trigger on a 2002 996 that is available in my area (Colorado). It is a manual and has around 30K miles. Anything specific I need to look out for, such a common mechanical problems I should be wary of? From what I have read so far, the 2002 engine is supposed to be pretty reliable. True? Thanks in advance for any responses.

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I am thinking about pulling the trigger on a 2002 996 that is available in my area (Colorado). It is a manual and has around 30K miles. Anything specific I need to look out for, such a common mechanical problems I should be wary of? From what I have read so far, the 2002 engine is supposed to be pretty reliable. True? Thanks in advance for any responses.

Ask to see the maintenance history (reports). The 996 did have engine rear seal leak problems. The seal was replaced twice on the '99 Carrera Cab but had no such problems with my '03 x51 Carrera Cab.

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