Mobile PPI Los Angeles???

[CodyC]

Hey There, Im looking at a 1985 euro spec 911 Carrera that is located in Beverly Hills.

The Owner recently passed away and his widow is selling it. Her friend is helping her out.

My problem is she wont let me take the car to have it inspected and the person helping her is busy during the daytime.

I have a 1000 dollar deposit for them to hold the car until Friday. Someone else is waiting to pick it up if I do not.

Car has 77k miles, was serviced at Beverly Hills Porsche, Has records from 1990 when it was imported.

Carfax is clean, Car runs smooth and good.

It seems like a really good car I'd just like to get a 2nd opinion as I will be new to the Porsche world.

Does anyone know or have any suggestions of someone that could do a mobile inspection in the Los angeles area? I will pay cash. If I could have someone that has experience come take a look/drive it and let me know there thoughts it would be greatly appreciated.

Please dont hesitate to call 801.712.7757 or send me an email codycomrie@gmail.com

Thanks so much!

[porwolf]

If you cannot find anybody else before Friday I could visit the car in Beverly Hills. I live within a few miles from there but I am not a mechanic. But I have had Porsches since 1968 and did some work on them. Presently I am driving my original 79 Targa with only 50k miles onit. It does run perfectly. If the owner lets me I could drive it to TRE, about 10 miles from here, or any other good Porsche shop for inspection. I am sending you a PM with my e-mail address and contact information

[MrBonus]

Wow, that sounds like one hell of a find. Keep us posted and best of luck.

[Matt Monson]

Buy it. Sounds like a no stories low mileage car. It will have some fixes needed because it has been sitting. But the 3.2 market is smoking hot. Sometimes you have to shoot from the hip and skip the PPI. That is what I would do. Friday is a long time and there are people out there who might bid the car up and change the widow's mind, deposit or no deposit.
Read this thread and then think about what I am suggesting:
Is the SC/3.2 market especially crazed right now?

[MrBonus]

Originally Posted by Matt Monson

Buy it. Sounds like a no stories low mileage car. It will have some fixes needed because it has been sitting. But the 3.2 market is smoking hot. Sometimes you have to shoot from the hip and skip the PPI. That is what I would do. Friday is a long time and there are people out there who might bid the car up and change the widow's mind, deposit or no deposit.
Read this thread and then think about what I am suggesting:
Is the SC/3.2 market especially crazed right now?

I agree with this. If it drives straight, brakes hard, and doesn't have any readily apparent problems with the way the engine accelerates and there is no obvious signs of significant body/paint work, just run with it.

[DRACO A5OG]

Originally Posted by porwolf

If you cannot find anybody else before Friday I could visit the car in Beverly Hills. I live within a few miles from there but I am not a mechanic. But I have had Porsches since 1968 and did some work on them. Presently I am driving my original 79 Targa with only 50k miles onit. It does run perfectly. If the owner lets me I could drive it to TRE, about 10 miles from here, or any other good Porsche shop for inspection. I am sending you a PM with my e-mail address and contact information

i will come by too, two sets of eyes would be good

[CodyC]

Thanks everyone. I think I might just run with it. car drove straight breaked straight and felt solid.

Draco A5OG, as many eyes would be great. if you could come wednesday That would be awesome.

Feel free to call or text me @ 801 712 7757. I am going to give PORWOLF a call as well.

Thanks everyone, you guys are awesome!!!!

[porwolf]

Cody,

Just saw your latest post. I could make it on Wednesday, let me know. If Draco can make it, from what I know that would be perfect for you as far as I can tell from his expertise Pelican contributions. Then you may not need me but I would like to came along for the experience.

[Marc Bixen]

Cody,
I may be able to perform a PPI for you. I'm not far from BH, but remember a PPI in someones garage is nowhere near as comprehensive as a PPI done in the shop. I perform west coast PPI's for Sloan Motorcars regularly . I perform visual and photo inspection, as well as a road test when possible, I also use a surface thickness meter to check for repaint and body repair. Over 30 years in the Porsche business. My shop Red Line Service is right at Robertson Blvd. and the 10 freeway, very close to BH. Red Line opened in 1975, and most people will agree we are one of the finest Porsche repair shops in the U.S. We charge a flat rate for the inspection ( unless the car is a basket case and we stop early) plus travel time and mileage. Call the shop tomorrow if your interested 310-280-0700

[CodyC]

Originally Posted by Marc Bixen

Cody,
I may be able to perform a PPI for you. I'm not far from BH, but remember a PPI in someones garage is nowhere near as comprehensive as a PPI done in the shop. I perform west coast PPI's for Sloan Motorcars regularly . I perform visual and photo inspection, as well as a road test when possible, I also use a surface thickness meter to check for repaint and body repair. Over 30 years in the Porsche business. My shop Red Line Service is right at Robertson Blvd. and the 10 freeway, very close to BH. Red Line opened in 1975, and most people will agree we are one of the finest Porsche repair shops in the U.S. We charge a flat rate for the inspection ( unless the car is a basket case and we stop early) plus travel time and mileage. Call the shop tomorrow if your interested 310-280-0700

Marc, Thanks so much. I will call you in the AM tomorrow for sure. This sounds like a good plan.

I look forward to speaking with you.

[DRACO A5OG]

Originally Posted by Marc Bixen

Cody,
I may be able to perform a PPI for you. I'm not far from BH, but remember a PPI in someones garage is nowhere near as comprehensive as a PPI done in the shop. I perform west coast PPI's for Sloan Motorcars regularly . I perform visual and photo inspection, as well as a road test when possible, I also use a surface thickness meter to check for repaint and body repair. Over 30 years in the Porsche business. My shop Red Line Service is right at Robertson Blvd. and the 10 freeway, very close to BH. Red Line opened in 1975, and most people will agree we are one of the finest Porsche repair shops in the U.S. We charge a flat rate for the inspection ( unless the car is a basket case and we stop early) plus travel time and mileage. Call the shop tomorrow if your interested 310-280-0700

Well, you have it, Marc will take care of you. If you want a cheering squad, me porwolf can come along for morale support.

Jim
will call you tomorrow

[porwolf]

Originally Posted by DRACO A5OG

Well, you have it, Marc will take care of you. If you want a cheering squad, me porwolf can come along for morale support.

Jim
will call you tomorrow

Yeah, looks like you are in good hands and I wouldn't mind being part of the cheering squad.

[DRACO A5OG]

Hope the widow dos not mind the Porsche Gang ambushing her?

J

P.S. tried callling you Cody, no answer...

[DRACO A5OG]

Pleasure meeting you and your lady today.

[MrBonus]

So how did it all turn out?