2005 Porsche 911 Consumer Discussions

Porsche 911

Re: 2005 Porsche 911 S Cab [96redlt4]

Written by: majesterludi on Jul 05, 2009 05:58 PM

Thanks for the response. I will check with the dealer in the a.m. regarding the four year check. I just had the oil changed and a break fluid bleed. The cost was $330. So I am sure they will not include them in the service.. Read More...

Re: 2005 Porsche 911 S Cab [majesterludi]

Written by: 96redlt4 on Jul 04, 2009 11:11 AM

Hi. I have an 05 997 S coupe. Ready for the 4 yr 40K (even though it only has 11K mile) service. The dealer says it runs about $800. Thius sounds like a rip off to me as the only things replaced per the service manual are air/particle filters and lube oil filter. He says they also put in a fuel system additive, which is not in the manual and I have heard you should not do. All ... Read More...

2005 Porsche 911 S Cab

Written by: majesterludi on Jul 03, 2009 05:04 AM

I have a 2005 911 S with 6000 miles. My service light has come on reminding me that service needs to be done in 15 days! Are the service intervals based on time or miles, or both. Is it really necessary to have the service done considering the car has low miles. I realize that the car is four years old. Comments. Read More...

Re: Popular color for Porsche Carrera [asi12]

Written by: habitat1 on Sep 15, 2008 05:03 AM

There is a lot of speculation about color and resale value. I have a 2005 911S Cab in Seal Grey that I bought off the lot in Spetember, 2005 at a great deal ($10k off). My preference at that time would have been Speed Yellow and, in fact, the next spring I ordered a 2006 through the dealer that I then decided not to take when a deal to sell my 2005 fell through. The dealer ... Read More...

Porsche Carrera Cabriolet

Re: Porsche carrera cabriolet 1999 model newcomer [habitat1]

Written by: sak911 on Jun 19, 2008 06:46 PM

I purchased a 2005 911 one year ago. I blew through my Continentals with 12,000 miles. I am in the process of researching tires, and believe I will go with the Michelins. The dealer wants to charge $500 more than Tire Rack for the tires, plus $400 to install. Is the install worth it? Read More...

Porsche 911

Re: Bluetooth [diro1]

Written by: buylow on May 29, 2008 09:50 PM

Regarding your questions #1 & #6, my 2006 911 is GT silver with black interior. I saw a silver with tan interior when I bought mine a couple of months ago. The're out there, but black on black has been very popular for awhile. I don't know why. I believe PSM is standard on all 911's. Don't know if it was available on pre 997's. PASM is an option on the base 911 and standard ... Read More...

Re: 911 Questions - new v. used - help me please! [larryallen707]

Written by: buylow on May 27, 2008 09:35 PM

I have been contemplating the purchase of a 911 my whole life.... I assume you have never driven a 911, otherwise you would have bought one by now. I would throw in another $20,000 and get a type 997, 2005 to present, I believe. Why not get the latest technology and most comfortable ride, not to mention a faster car. I have never driven a pre 997, but everyone says the ... Read More...

Re: 911 Engines and Advice for 1st time buyer [porsche4me2]

Written by: habitat1 on May 06, 2008 05:41 PM

I'm looking at 2004-2006 Porsche 911 Cabs and my mechanic warned me that there have been several issues with the water cooled engines in the 996s (1999-2003). First, you should be aware that 2004 was the last year of the 996 design, not 2003. Supposedly, Porsche revised the rear main seal / crankcase design for the 997 model (2005+) but there have still been a few ... Read More...

Porsche Carrera Cabriolet

Porsche 911 Engines

Written by: porsche4me2 on May 04, 2008 07:41 PM

I'm looking at 2003-2005 Porsche 911 Cabs and my mechanic warned me that there have been several issues with the water cooled engines in the 996s (1999-2003). Has anyone else heard of those issues? Have they been addressed in the 2004 (and newer) models? He thinks the the '95-98's have excellent engines but ideally I'd like the newer body style. This is my first ... Read More...

Article Comments - 2008 Porsche 911 GT2 First Drive

Re: Article Comments - 2008 Porsche 911 GT2 [07997turbo]

Written by: habitat1 on May 02, 2008 05:36 AM

that is why I would replace everything I could with carbon fiber panels as I indicated in my first post. Sort of like ordering a diet coke to go along with your Double Whopper and fries? I don't know how much weight can be saved by the use of carbon fiber. But, speaking for myself, I'd rather have the lighter, more drivetrain efficient RWD to start with, than try to lighten ... Read More...