Ppi in Nova

Dallas · 02-13-2004, 05:38 AM

Any one know of a good place for a ppi in NOVA, I was going to take it to the local POrsche Dealer unless someone has other thoughts.

Dallas

Rick Lee · Rick Lee's Garage

Don't even think of going to a local dealer here - especially HBL. They wouldn't know it was a Porsche if you showed them them the title. Porsche of Arlington is ok, depending on what type of car it is. Where is this prospect located? There are a LOT of good Porsche shops in this area and most of the locals know them very well.

targa911man · targa911man's Garage

Northern Virginia is about the size of Rhode Island, only more traffic. Knowing where exactly it is would make it easier to recommend a shop. If it's in Arlington or McLean, for example, there might be shops in Maryland that are closer than some in VA.

Dallas · 02-13-2004, 08:02 AM

I am working thru a broker, so at this time I only know it is in NOVA. It may be a little premature but I wanted some ideas if we agreed on the price. BTW it is a 94 3.6 turbo. I'll keep everyone posted. And thanks Richard for the heads up on HBL.

Dallas

Jim Richards · 02-13-2004, 08:10 AM

Richard is right, the dealers won't even recognize a Porsche older than a 996.

PM me if you want my opinion on where else not to go.

Here's one place you can try:
Autosport Systems Group (ASG) in Fairfax.
http://www.autosportsystems.com/newsite/home.html

Rick Lee · Rick Lee's Garage

Dallas, ASG is the one shop that I think has a consensus of positive experience. Everyone else here has their favorites and their nightmare stories. I can tell you a few more places I'd never go to, but ASG is centrally located for most of NoVA and no one dislikes them. With a '94 turbo, definitely stay away from dealers.

SRISER · 02-13-2004, 09:38 AM

Yeah. Take it to the dealer...a good one like HBL...(running quickly away now...smirking)

Dallas · 02-13-2004, 09:43 AM

Thnaks for everyones help, I'll push for ASG if everything works out.

Dallas

Rick Lee · Rick Lee's Garage

If you want a REAL PPI, let us take a look at it. Seller will beg for mercy when we're done with him.

Ya know, I'm almost in the mood to start another Bash HBL thread. God, they blow.

KFC911 · 02-13-2004, 10:22 AM

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Originally posted by Richard LeSchander
If you want a REAL PPI, let us take a look at it. Seller will beg for mercy when we're done with him.

So when did an 'engine drop' become part of a PPI

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Jim Richards · 02-13-2004, 10:32 AM

Ya gotta be thorough.

SRISER · 02-13-2004, 10:49 AM

Don't forget the suspension inspection which requires new TB's/shocks/sways/bushings.

Dallas · 02-13-2004, 11:24 AM

NOw we're talking, thats the PPI I want. I am always concerened that most place just look for the big stuff, when the little stuff can cost alot also. When I sold my 89 Cab and the buyer wanted a PPI, the shop was not sure how to operate some of the options, including holding the button for the power top down till the light went off.

Tim Walsh · Tim Walsh's Garage

Ya those NOVA guys are brutal.. just wink and your engine will be on your garage floor.

targa911man · targa911man's Garage

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Originally posted by l33t9eek
Ya those NOVA guys are brutal.. just wink and your engine will be on your garage floor.

It will never touch the floor before it completes my 3.6 turbo conversion.

SRISER · 02-13-2004, 01:11 PM

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Originally posted by l33t9eek
Ya those NOVA guys are brutal.. just wink and your engine will be on your garage floor.

It will be apart before that happens.

keithlambert7 · 02-13-2004, 01:36 PM

Autosport Systems Group in Fairfax has done two PPI's for me within the past 18 months. One, on a '87 Turbo saved my ass and I opted not to buy it. The other turned out well, and I purchased it my 996.

I'd recommend them if it's near the car. Plan to spend a coupla hundred dollars.

Keith

Par911 · 02-13-2004, 01:36 PM

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It will never touch the floor before it completes my 3.6 turbo conversion.

Muhahaha
Dan, does that mean I got first dibs on your 3.2L?

Dallas, there are alot of shops in the area. Most of which I would not take my 911 too, even if they agreed to do the service for free.
With that being said, your best bet is to have a couple NoVA guys do the PPI for you. I would feel safer in the hands of these guys than any independent or dealer service shop. If you want more local people to chime in, check out www.dorkiphus.com.

Par911 · 02-13-2004, 01:38 PM

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Ya those NOVA guys are brutal.. just wink and your engine will be on your garage floor.

Oops.....There goes another one!!!!

69 911s · 02-13-2004, 01:46 PM

Gotta disagree here guys, Porsche of Arlington will be more than capable of looking at this car and rendering an expert opinion. I've been through the process with them multiple times and they are good, and they know more than just the current models. Voice of experience...
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