2001 Porsche 911 Cabriolet on 2040-cars
Saint Petersburg, Florida, United States
Engine:3.4L 3400CC H6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Exterior Color: Black
Make: Porsche
Interior Color: Gray
Model: 911
Number of Cylinders: 6
Trim: Carrera Convertible 2-Door
Drive Type: Daily
Mileage: 106,000
For Sale is my 2001 Porsche 911 Cabriolet. This car is my daily driver and for an 11 year old car still looks sharp!!!
The Porsche 996 chassis is known to have issues with the intermediate shaft failing. Although, this was more prevalent in the earlier 996's it did happen later as well. Unfortunately, my car became victim to the IMS failure and required a full engine overhaul at 86K miles. The overhaul included the following and also included the upgraded IMS. For anyone buying a 996, I would recommend, if the IMS has not been upgraded by the manufacturer to consider the $1000 upgrade to mitigate any worries about the IMS failing. One less issue to worry about with this car.
Overhaul was completed on 3/22/2011 by UFO Motorsports Porsche Specialist in California. The engine installation was performed by Reeves Porsche in Tampa.
The rebuild cost $8,539.81 not including the install which including the initial troubleshooting of $2,921.50.
Parts replaced:
New Main Bearing
New rod bearings
New Intermediate shaft bearing
New rings
New rod bolts
New gasket kit and new head gaskets
New water pump
New seperator
New belt
2 new cam rail kits
New tensioner rail pad
New Spark Plugs
New updated RMS
Service Heads new valve guide seals
inspected crankshaft and heads for cracks
Inspected crankshaft and craddle for wear
Rods
Replaced Crankshaft
New upgraded IPD Plenum (enhanced performance)
Clutch replaced
Engine has approximately 20K miles since overhaul and runs great. No leaks whatsoever. Chassis has 106K on odometer
Other upgrades include:
Headers
Quad tips $400
ECU software upgrade by REVO installed by Reeves MotorSprots in Tampa $993
K&N air intake upgrade $399
2008 OEM Porsche Wheel upgrade $2000
Stereo Upgrade - $1475
JL A6450 6 channel amplifier
JL audio 6W3 subwoofer
Hertz Hi-energy 6" speaker components
Tinted Windows
Optional Black Hard Top (manual installation), retract softtop and mounts in place of.
Carbon Fiber stick shift (6 speed manual)
Tires 80-90% tread remaining
12/27/2012 convertible top motor replacement - $1500
Cons:
Passenger seat has tears - can be re-upholstered (purchased seats as upgrades on ebay but did not install immediately. Realized later that the passenger side had water damage and leather was very brittle. Unfortunately, I didn't notice that when I first purchased them. The seats cost me $800 with shipping.
Washer fluid has a leak (warning light indicator will stay on). Fluid container will need to be replaced.
Check engine light will stay on because of air intake upgrade. Common issue when upgrading the air intake. Check engine light can be reset, but usually after a week or so it will come back on.
Front bumper has nicks from road particles/debris. Most of my driving is interstate driving.
Car is a great car to drive and lots of fun. Handles beautifully as expected from Porsche. I have been on the fence about selling it, but I have decided to get into a newer 911 and unfortunately can't keep two cars.
Please, I will only consider serious inquiries. No joy rides.
I can be reached at 727-421-9280 - usually late afternoon is best to see the vehicle. The vehicle is located in St. Pete Beach, Fl.
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