Free checks for Porsche 911 owners
Friday 03 September 2010
Porsche 911 owners can book their car in for a free health check at their local dealer next month.
The Porsche 911 Service Clinics take place on October 16 at official Porsche dealers across the country, and allow owners to accompany a technician as their car is given an inspection.
Porsche says the event is in celebration of the model’s “tenacity” and the fact three quarters of all Porsches ever sold are still on the road.
In celebration of the 911 range and for customers to learn more about their model’s heritage and technical highlights, each Porsche Centre will feature a 911 display, provide four wheel alignment demonstrations and invite visitors to enter a draw to win scale models of the Porsche 901 – the original 911.
The checks are on a first come, first served basis, and owners should contact their local dealer, or call 08457 911 911 to find out more.
The Porsche 911 Service Clinic follows the highly successful Boxster Service Clinic held earlier in the year, which serviced over 440 Porsche Boxsters in one day.
The 911 is one of the world’s most iconic cars, and has evolved continuously since it was introduced as the 901 in 1963.
Drivers love its rear-engined layout, which guarantees driving thrills – but plenty have been used, abused and crashed, so buy from a specialist and try to seek out models with as much service history as possible.
The 911 has an enviable reputation as one of the most reliable sportscars available, but parts can be expensive. In particular engine repairs can be costly due to restricted access to the top of the engine, meaning it needs to be removed from the car in many cases.
Values depend on specification and condition rather than age, and start at around £7,000, rising to more than £150,000 for the latest, top-spec models. Many owners seek out a specific version, with the Targa with its removable glass roof among the most desirable.