I work at the Madison Public Library, Madison, SD and the other day I was opening some new book shipments and this is what I found.
I really don't know where to begin here, but I won't let that stop me.
If your ever down in the dumps about these cars, the money you spent, again and again on one thing or the other..........grab this book at the bookstore and take a gander.
Porsche 911 Buyer's Guide by Randy Leffingwell
http://www.amazon.com/Porsche-911-Bu...2458455&sr=1-1
don't get me wrong, no siree...I'd love to have one of the 996 Carrera 4 models.
Let's see, heres a quote concerning the 2000 model:
"Engine uses intermediate shaft to drive overhead cams by chains. Supported by bearings, which can fail, dropping pieces into cam chains, stopping valves. No way to predict failure. Intermediate shaft flange leaks. Camshaft covers leak oil. Unknown number of engines replaced under warranty" It goes on to say this is a recurring problem from previous years.
On the 2002 model, rear wheel bearing failure is a common problem. or the center console hinge breaks, or the door lock actuators fail, or the fuel cap leaks. This is almost a 300 page book, it goes on and on but it's a wonderful buyers guide.
Really, I drool over them and would love to have one, but to be honest, I love my SVX too much and you know what they say.......better the devil you know..............
Has anyone ever thought of maybe putting together a buyers guide for the SVX?
Bruce
PS When the book vendor was here several weeks ago, I picked this book, never dreaming the Director (my boss) would actually go ahead and buy it!