Is a 997 A Good Investment?

The 997 is a great all-rounder that represents excellent value for money. Moreover, it can be driven any day of the year, and that will get you into the prestigious 911 club for an affordable price.

Is the Porsche 997 collectible?

The 997 generation cars are still relatively modern and thus include the necessary creature comforts to be acceptable as daily drivers. But they are not too old to be considered collectible yet, so prices have yet to skyrocket like the 993 generation.

Will the 997 become a classic?

The Porsche 997 has been the first of the modern 911s, which took its design inspiration from the classic 911 again. With the oval shaped headlights, it is already considered as a future classic. The 997 is a genuine 911. The first generation of the Porsche 997 is already considered as a future classic.

How do you remove the front bumper of a Porsche Cayenne?

Remove the four T30 Torx screws (green arrows) holding the front edge of the bumper cover to the frame. Also pry out the two plastic retaining plugs (yellow arrows). Both sides of car – Remove the seven T25 Torx screws (green arrows) holding the edge of the bumper cover to the wheel liner.

Is Porsche 997 reliable?

The majority of the car is generally reliable and has a near timeless look. With the launch of a new 992 platform, prices for the 997 have been driven even lower. This is a super value for money, everyday super car that has excellent reliability.

Do 997 have IMS problems?

Since it has also been verifiably documented that some IMS bearings have failed after just 3,000 miles, while others still have lasted for 200,000 miles or more, the only safe conclusion that can be drawn is that all M96 and some M97 engines in Porsche 911’s (996 or 997), and all Boxsters (986/987) from 1997 through …

Does the Porsche 997 have IMS issues?

The IMS bearing issue is a carryover issue from the 996 model. The earlier non-Carrera S 997 models had the same basic engine as the 996, hence, the same issues. Most late 2005 and early 2006 997 models are included and, as mentioned earlier, a very small percentage of those cars were affected.

Which is better Porsche 997 or 991?

The 991 is prettier, more comfortable, easier to drive, and feels more solid and better put together. The 997 feels sportier, a ‘better fit’, and much much less spendy.

What year Porsche 911 has IMS problem?

It’s the 996 (1999-2004) 911, and the problem is the Porsche IMS bearing.

What year did Porsche fix IMS problem?

2009
Not to nitpick, but the difference is that in 2009 model year, Porsche eliminated the IMS bearing completely. However, the 2006-20008 (with the exception of some very early 2006 model years that still had the left over M96 motor) did not eliminate the IMS bearing, but basically eliminated the failure of the bearing.