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Originally Posted by Mark Wilson
This is a myth - check facts, not internet rhetoric. The 996 and first gen 997 engines have a weak spot that is easily retrofitted. With that done, they are very reliable and a fantastic value. $20k gets a clean early and $25K gets a nice late 996. Love the Cayman, though.
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the fact you are saying this is a myth .. is a myth .. IMS failures which Porsche now admits to after saying for years it was just rhetoric, cylinder ovaling due to inadequate cooling requiring complete engine replacement .. of all the Porsche owners i know only M96 owners have had engines replaced in great numbers , M96 owners say this is all a myth in defence of their hammered resale value. .. stay away from this car unless you get it real cheap ..
the 996TT is a completely different animal though and has a different design and much more robust .. this is where your value and performance lie. the bargain of a lifetime ..