Buying a Porsche 996? Check These Things FIRST!

Thinking about buying a Porsche 911 (996)? Before spending money on a professional pre-purchase inspection (PPI), there are plenty of things you can check yourself! In this video, I walk you through some of the things I’d look for when considering buying a Porsche 996, from the perspective of both a Porsche technician and a 996 owner. We’ll cover bodywork, rust, engine concerns, suspension, brakes, interior wear, and some of the common issues associated with these cars. The goal isn’t to replace a professional pre-purchase inspection. It’s to help you identify potential problems early, ask the right questions, and hopefully avoid wasting time and money on a car that might not be worth pursuing. Whether you’re looking to buy your first Porsche or already own a 996, hopefully you’ll find something useful! 🇳🇿 About Kiwi on the Tools I’m a Kiwi living in the USA, working as a Porsche technician and documenting life with my own 1999 Porsche 911 Carrera. Expect Porsche maintenance, repairs, ownership experiences, and a bit of Kiwi humour along the way. Time stamps: 00:00 INTRODUCTION 00:38 COLD START 01:34 EXTERIOR CONDITION 02:54 INSPECTION TOOL TIP 03:14 RADIATORS/FRONT UNDERSIDE 04:36 WHEEL/TIRE CONDITION 05:59 BRAKES 06:33 INTERIOR 07:49 AIR CONDITIONING BLEND DOORS 08:40 FRUNK AND COWL DRAINS 09:38 ENGINE BAY 11:22 SERVICE RECORDS 11:51 START UP CHECKS 12:47 ROAD TEST 15:52 SUMMARY/CONCLUSION 🔧 TOOLS & CAMERA GEAR I USE 🔦 Coast LED light: https://link.amazon/B002uH3z7 🎥 DJI Osmo Nano: 🚁 DJI Neo 2 Drone: https://link.amazon/B0hRad4sf 🎤 Hollyland Wireless Microphone: https://link.amazon/B00JiL3f1 🔋 NOCO Jump Starter: https://link.amazon/B0eX1ihcD 🧤 Mechanix Wear Gloves: https://link.amazon/B03ez5KtR As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Using these links helps support the channel at no additional cost to you. 👍 If you found this video helpful, consider giving it a like and subscribing for more Porsche 996 content! 💬 QUESTION FOR YOU: Are you currently looking to buy a Porsche 996? Or if you already own one, what would you recommend checking before buying? Let me know in the comments! ⚠️ Disclaimer: This video is intended as general guidance and is not a substitute for a comprehensive pre-purchase inspection performed by a qualified Porsche specialist. #Porsche996 #Porsche911 #PorscheBuyingGuide #PorscheTechnician #KiwiOnTheTools