sold my 05 CTT after doing all of the typical stuff including coolant pipes, driveshaft, diverter valves, etc. It smoked pretty good on startup like most do, but I LOVED the vehicle as a whole so I am moving to an 08.

I have found a few, looking for one with 75-90k miles to fit my price point of $30-35k because I hardly drive it - but what are common issues in the 957's? I know coolant pipes were not an issue but please fill me in on some quick tips so I know what to look for? Are they known for blowing MAF sensors or anything in particular?

thanks!

 

No common issues yet since the 957 was essentially a revised 955. However, not everything was corrected. The drive shaft is still an issue and the DFI may exacerbate some oil buildup on the back of the intake valves that you probably wont notice or cause any perceivable symptoms . Other than that, make sure you check out my thread here:

https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...stributor.html

 

cool, found the rig I want, Porsche is doing a PPI on it right now for $300

stoked to upgrade to a 957

 

inspection failed terribly... still looking.

If anyone has or knows of a black/black 08+ turbo for sale, please pm me or text me at 720-401-1114

thanks

 

Did you check eBay out?

 

yeah not seeing much - I guess I am in no rush, I want to find the perfect rig

 

What did the inspection find?

 

engine oil leak, trans leak, passenger door handle broken, rear glass wouldnt open, bad brakes, brake sensors disabled, air suspension failure, needs alignment, all 4 wheels curbed, check engine light on, and a few other odds/ends. Best $300 I ever spent

I have two others going through inspection right now, I am wanting to pull the trigger on one asap

 

Ouch, seems like most of the things you listed could have been seen by eye, and have an extra 300 in your pocket.

 

I am in colorado, car in new york... other cars I am looking at are in Cali and Michigan - I can't find one local to save my life

 

rear glass opens? How so?

 

Under the wiper there is a small button and it pops open.

 

Makes sense now...I feel you pain on not finding anything locally.

 

If the electronics get wet over a certain period of time then the button wont work. Usually caused by not "slamming" the rear glass.

 

Good luck in the search sinister05 If I see anything I'll send it your way.