How reliable are the engines int he 997s?

[HalM3]

We found a 2007 Porsche S Cabriolet we like but concerned about engine failure. Dealers won't talk about it but also won't extend the warranty. Opinions.

[krote6]

The 2007 are better but still get a aftermarket warranty

[HalM3]

How common are the failures? Anyone in this region have an issue?

[grant]

M97 is much better in terms of reliability. porsche addressed lots of the issues in M96 with next Gen motor. I haven't heard about too many failures.

[HalM3]

Diane got her 2008 BMW Z4 M. We drove the 911 S's and they didn't feel as quick and nimble has the Z4. I have permission to get an older 911 as a toy. Still like the 964 C2 if anyone knows of one for sale.

[krote6]

its not easy to find a 964 C2 coupe with a stick and in good shape .. I will keep my eyes out for one Hal ..Unless you want mine

[dant]

I sold an excellent 964 C2 last year....great car. Good ones with
Ow mileage are tough to come by.

[HalM3]

After we sell the Z3 for 10ish I'll start looking for the 964. Want to spend about 17-20K for a nice example.

[kpl]

Hal- Excellence magazine had pretty good articles in June & August 2010 on the IMS M96 issues, detailed what Porsche changed over the years, and offers up fixes. The M97 is an evolution of the M96, whereas the 2009+ engines are totally different and don't have an intermediate shaft.