[quote name='whakiewes' date='May 17 2006, 09:48 AM']Overall it was the largest waste of $200, that didn't point out anything. They had their head technician do it, as with all other PPI's. I can understand missing a few things, but overall the bigger cost/harder to find items weren't even shown.
Wes
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Wes,
I paid $165 in Atlanta for a PPI that saved me several thousand dollars when I used the report to dicker with the owner. Did the same when I bought my 928. There were things wrong with the cars that the owners apparently were unaware of. Had I paid the asking price, I'd have been hosed. However, it was break even since the PPI caught almost everything that was wrong with the car or might go wrong. I fixed those items with the savings from the purchase and both cars have run great..one for over a year and the other nearly 5 years. Just anyone can't do a good PPI. I also require a leak-down compression check, something you can't do just anywhere. Also, good to listen to the pinion gear, check the various moving parts, leaks (hard to fix or easy ones?), timing chain and pads, steering rack, etc. All stuff that can break you if you pay too much. And it you have a delaminating rear deck lid window, that's a major PITA (and common) and can cost you a wad. I was able to reglue mine..but a Porsche dealer may quote you up to $5,200 or so to fix that on a 968. Caveat emptor. You can't be too careful. The PPI money I've spent on my Porsches has saved me nearly $5K combined. But you have to take the car to someone who understands your model. For example, most mechanics (especially Porsche dealers) don't have a clue what to look for on the 928. They have their own set of unique problem areas. T-belt stuff, thrust bearings, etc.
Harvey
