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  • 64 Pages
  • 100 Photos & Illustrations
  • Paperback
  • Colour
  • Part of the The Essential Buyer's Guide Series
Porsche 911 (996): Carrera, Carrera 4 and Turbocharged Models - 1997 to 2005 - The Essential Buyer's Guide
By Adrian Streather

Features

• Expert advice from a marque expert
• Unique points scoring system to evaluate cars after inspection
• Walk away or stay? – quick initial evaluation of a car
• How to check the car's authenticity
• Which models are best
• The implications of restoration
• Is it the right car for you? – will it fit your garage, will you fit in the car?
• Running cost details
• Detailed specifications

Description

STOP! Don’t buy a Porsche 996 without buying this book first! Having this book in your pocket is just like having a real marque expert by your side. Benefit from Adrian Streather’s years of Porsche ownership. Learn how to spot a bad car quickly and how to assess a promising one like a professional. Get the right car at the right price!

Additional Information

Models covered:
Carrera, Carrera 4 and turbocharged models.
Model year 1997 to 2005
Table of Contents

Introduction – the purpose of this book

1 Is it the right car for you? – marriage guidance

2 Cost considerations – affordable, or a money pit?

3 Living with a Porsche 996 – will you get along together?

4 Relative values – which model for you?

5 Before you buy – be well informed

6 Inspection equipment – these items will really help

7 Fifteen minute evaluation – walk away or stay?

8 Key points – where to look for problems

9 Serious evaluation – 60 minutes for years of enjoyment

10 Auctions – sold! Another way to buy yourdream

11 Paperwork – correct documentation is essential!

12 What’s it worth? – let your head rule your heart

13 Do you really want to restore? – it’ll take longer and cost more than you think

14 Paint problems – bad complexion, includingdimples, pimples and bubbles

15 Problems due to lack of use – just like their owners, Porsches need exercise!

16 The Community – key people, organisations and companies in the Porsche world

17 Vital statistics – essential data at your fingertips

Index