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Originally Posted by onewhippedpuppy View Post
Wrong again, the 997 IMS is substantially more reliable than the 996, which still isn't all that bad. But you're right that the 2009 was the end of an era, the 9A1 did not have an IMS. Instead it has direct injection and carbon buildup issues......

If you think the 991 is a superior choice, do some research on DIY maintenance and get back to me. Start with removing the rear bumper to replace the air filter.
Really?

The rear bumper has to be removed just to change an air filter? Wow.

I thought getting that upper back clip on my 3.2 Carrera air filter box back on was a pain in the arm. I have to lube my arm up with soapy water to get it shoved up in there far enough to get my finger on the clip.

I have heard some of the later 911s have a very complex oil change process that is not DYI friendly.
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