[jsoderbe]

IMHO you might feel it, but the mechanic should definately notice that leak. Both in lack of power and how the starter sounds!

I had the same leakdown numbers on my 964, and it turned out to be an exhaust valve guide that were REALLY bad. The valve could easily have broken, with catastrophic result to the engine.

I could feel the lack of power and hear on the starter that one cylinder was way off. But on the other hand the car was still very fast, since it is a light and powerful car. Just imagine how fast the car will feel when you get this sorted!

A top en rebuild isnt the end of the world moneywise. A true 47k car is now very valuable, and my guess is that the top end rebuild will add about the same value to the car as the cost of doing it. But shop around, and make sure to get reviews on the shop you choose.

Most likely a 47k car won't need any further work, so if a mechanic suggest that I would ask for a second opinion.


Regards,

Johan