# \#911 **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/5985-tag/5985.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [Porsche Paint Advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/porsche-paint-advice/199220)
**Author:** [@Gooner2216\_192923](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gooner2216_192923)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2025, 8:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/porsche-paint-advice/199220 "2025-02-20T20:00:28Z")
Hi people! I have a beautiful 991 from 2013. I bought it from a family friend (old lady) who unfortunately mistreated the car badly. The paint was scratched all over and it had started to loosen up in some of the corner… --- ## [Porsche 911 cost of maintenance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/porsche-911-cost-of-maintenance/49293)
**Author:** [@otto\_g](https://community.cartalk.com/u/otto_g)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [August 4, 2024, 2:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/porsche-911-cost-of-maintenance/49293 "2024-08-04T02:54:14Z")
I am considering purchasing my colleague?s 1999 Porsche 911 Carrera. It has low miles and seems to be well taken care of, except that it may need a new clutch. 1) I have never owned a sports car, and was hoping some… --- ## [Porsche 911 S](https://community.cartalk.com/t/porsche-911-s/183220)
**Author:** [@susan657628](https://community.cartalk.com/u/susan657628)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2022, 4:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/porsche-911-s/183220 "2022-03-28T04:08:24Z")
I sorta freaked out on the 407 when there was blue smoke coming out of my 911 along with the check engine light. There were also issues of coolant leaking. One visit to Van at right tech and a few days later, I was ready… --- ## [2009 Porsche 911 Turbo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-porsche-911-turbo/177841)
**Author:** [@agam\_is](https://community.cartalk.com/u/agam_is)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2021, 12:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-porsche-911-turbo/177841 "2021-07-08T00:29:26Z")
2009 Porsche 911 turbo - all wheel drive. At speeds greater than 85 mph, there is a low frequency vibration that gets louder as speed increases. It feels like a harmonic and the frequency does not change with speed, only… --- ## [Porsche Top $$$!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/porsche-top/176942)
**Author:** [@urbrummbaer2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/urbrummbaer2)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 20, 2021, 4:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/porsche-top/176942 "2021-05-20T04:56:43Z")
Had our 2003 911 for over 15 years w/just over 35K miles. Recently the convertible top began giving problems when going up/down. Slow, favoring 1 side then the other. Finally quit in the down position. Dealer estimat… --- ## [1984 Porsche 911 loses power](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1984-porsche-911-loses-power/162492)
**Author:** [@Burnett](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Burnett)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2020, 6:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1984-porsche-911-loses-power/162492 "2020-04-06T06:04:55Z")
My engine is losing power and when I took the oil filler cap off the engine stalled out. I did it twice with the same result. What could my problem be? --- ## [Rpm's fluctuating while driving](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpms-fluctuating-while-driving/51643)
**Author:** [@valley996](https://community.cartalk.com/u/valley996)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2019, 3:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rpms-fluctuating-while-driving/51643 "2019-05-28T03:20:42Z")
I have a 1999 996 carrera tiptronic and it has a surge in engine speed between 1500 and 2200 rpms. The tac and engine speed goes up and down, in a steady rhytm. It does not do this while in park at the same rpms. I know … --- ## [2009 Porsche 911 - how do I get AM reception back?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-porsche-911-how-do-i-get-am-reception-back/130002)
**Author:** [@Dennis23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dennis23)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2018, 4:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-porsche-911-how-do-i-get-am-reception-back/130002 "2018-12-05T16:36:24Z")
I had good AM/FM radio reception. A rock chip necessitated windshield replacement. Now little or no AM reception. Porsche dealer and auto glass replacement center have checked many times and cannot find cause. Help? --- ## [Possible engine swaps for 87' Porsche 911?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/possible-engine-swaps-for-87-porsche-911/126199)
**Author:** [@leitmotif](https://community.cartalk.com/u/leitmotif)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2018, 2:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/possible-engine-swaps-for-87-porsche-911/126199 "2018-10-05T02:09:37Z")
Is it possible to drop in a VW Type 1 or 4 aircooled engine in my project 911? I like the idea of ‘less is more’ horsepower, kind of 912esque. I also think the lighter engine would contribute to a better balanced car. I … --- ## [2006 Porsche 911 engine drops into idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-porsche-911-engine-drops-into-idle/121688)
**Author:** [@bryan28](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bryan28)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2018, 6:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-porsche-911-engine-drops-into-idle/121688 "2018-07-26T18:01:11Z")
I have a 2006 Porsche 911, 6-speed manual, 90K miles. At periodic intervals (~3 - 6 months), upon moderate acceleration from a complete stop, the engine will drop down into idle iin 1st gear around 1.2K to 2K RPM. Only a… --- ## [2018 vs. 2019 Porsche 911](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-vs-2019-porsche-911/118742)
**Author:** [@MichaelIodice](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichaelIodice)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2018, 11:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-vs-2019-porsche-911/118742 "2018-06-06T11:52:49Z")
does the 2019 Porsche Carrera S cab have a new design and new features from the 2018 model? --- ## [Porsche 911 electrical](https://community.cartalk.com/t/porsche-911-electrical/81197)
**Author:** [@Al\_Vazquez](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Al_Vazquez)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 4, 2013, 1:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/porsche-911-electrical/81197 "2013-09-04T01:06:15Z")
While driving on the highway, I got a whole bunch of warning lights. Mechanic replaced alternator, but while returning from the shop, I again got flash of several warning lights, though they went out in a second (seemed… --- ## [71 911 To bare or not to bare that is the question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/71-911-to-bare-or-not-to-bare-that-is-the-question/77015)
**Author:** [@Maluminse](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Maluminse)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2013, 1:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/71-911-to-bare-or-not-to-bare-that-is-the-question/77015 "2013-08-11T01:38:18Z")
I have a 71 911. I blew the engine in 91. Its been in a garage since. I was doing about 55mph. I looked down and both the oil sump and the oil pressure were a big fat 0!! I turned it off immediately and coasted into a ga… --- ## [Emgine Problem with a 1977 Porsche 911](https://community.cartalk.com/t/emgine-problem-with-a-1977-porsche-911/75838)
**Author:** [@DennyVee45](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DennyVee45)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2012, 4:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/emgine-problem-with-a-1977-porsche-911/75838 "2012-12-01T04:20:58Z")
My porsche is back firing & popping when it has heated up while driving. What could this be? I took it to a Porsche repair shop where the guy changed the Perma Tune Box and replaced the coil and charge me over $1400.00 a… --- ## ['95 Porsche 993 Stalls After Sitting In the Rain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/95-porsche-993-stalls-after-sitting-in-the-rain/71639)
**Author:** [@Stalling\_993](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stalling_993)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2012, 4:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/95-porsche-993-stalls-after-sitting-in-the-rain/71639 "2012-03-29T04:51:11Z")
I have a 1995 Porsche 993. The car sat outside in the heavy rain the other day for quite a while. The next day when I went to start the car it stuttered and barely turned over. I gently hit the gas and it took a few m… --- ## [911 Porsche 60,000 Maintenance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/911-porsche-60-000-maintenance/63732)
**Author:** [@Benher](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Benher)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2011, 7:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/911-porsche-60-000-maintenance/63732 "2011-04-18T19:35:14Z")
What involved in a 60,000 mile Maint. and what's the cost? --- ## [Porsche 911 radio](https://community.cartalk.com/t/porsche-911-radio/63653)
**Author:** [@911driver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/911driver)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2011, 10:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/porsche-911-radio/63653 "2011-04-13T22:54:01Z")
Radio in my 2004 Porsche 911 seems to have a mind of its own. Works when it wants to. Turn on the car radio will not work. On/off switch, station buttons, volume control all non-operational. Faceplate lights up &says … --- ## [Change the oil after 600 miles?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/change-the-oil-after-600-miles/62780)
**Author:** [@skozachok](https://community.cartalk.com/u/skozachok)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2011, 5:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/change-the-oil-after-600-miles/62780 "2011-03-21T17:12:51Z")
In June 2009 while I was unemployed I bought my neighbor's 1985 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet for my wife's birthday present (she can't drive a stick, but has a very willing driver living with her). The oil was changed … --- ## [Buying a car out of state from a dealer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-car-out-of-state-from-a-dealer/62622)
**Author:** [@hpowders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hpowders)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2011, 3:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-car-out-of-state-from-a-dealer/62622 "2011-03-15T03:32:30Z")
I bought a car out of state from a dealer. My out of state dealer (Virginia) told me he will handle getting my Florida license plate for my vehicle. The vehicle was shipped to me on March 11th with a temporary cardboard … --- ## [Place to work on car around Los Angeles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/place-to-work-on-car-around-los-angeles/61396)
**Author:** [@Mootus](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mootus)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2011, 12:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/place-to-work-on-car-around-los-angeles/61396 "2011-02-16T12:23:43Z")
I recently bought a great 15 year old porsche and after finding out that an oil change costs $350 and to change the spark plugs takes around 4-6 hours (seriously no exaggeration ) have decided I can do this stuff myself … --- ## [Carrera 911 engine overheating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/carrera-911-engine-overheating/56120)
**Author:** [@carmel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carmel)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2010, 1:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/carrera-911-engine-overheating/56120 "2010-10-09T13:00:40Z")
My husband was having trouble starting his 911 (only 5000 miles on the car). First the clutch switch was replaced. Next the fuel pump was replaced. After leaving the service center, in one mile had warning light engin… --- ## [Over Heating Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/over-heating-problem/55079)
**Author:** [@garybd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/garybd)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [September 14, 2010, 12:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/over-heating-problem/55079 "2010-09-14T00:23:16Z")
I have a 1983 911SC Porsche that has started to over head, not in stop and go traffic only on the hwy under a load, will not cool down on it's own no matter what you do, I have to turn it off to cool it down, took it to … --- ## [Proprietary software](https://community.cartalk.com/t/proprietary-software/53636)
**Author:** [@Litigator](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Litigator)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2010, 8:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/proprietary-software/53636 "2010-08-18T20:05:55Z")
I'm shopping for a Porsche 911 (997 editition 2005 or 2006)and I found one listed for sale by a private seller. I want to have a mechanic evaluate it to make sure there aren't any major problems. I called my local dealer… --- ## [Porsche gas tank](https://community.cartalk.com/t/porsche-gas-tank/52382)
**Author:** [@breezehill](https://community.cartalk.com/u/breezehill)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2010, 5:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/porsche-gas-tank/52382 "2010-07-24T17:00:13Z")
I have a 2008 Porsche C4S Cabriolet. After it is parked in the sun on a warm day it is impossible to fill the gas tank. There appears to be a vapor lock and no gas will flow into the tank. When it cools down several h… --- ## [2006 Carrera s4 engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-carrera-s4-engine/50965)
**Author:** [@steviet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/steviet)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2010, 1:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-carrera-s4-engine/50965 "2010-06-28T01:59:38Z")
Our engine just blew, at only 81,000 miles, and this after several trips for valve problems about a year ago. Does anyone have any comments? Fortunately we bought the extended warranty, but Porsche is only guaranteeing t… --- ## [How bad is it when you smell "fireworks" when driving a Porche Carrera 4S?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-bad-is-it-when-you-smell-fireworks-when-driving-a-porche-carrera-4s/48956)
**Author:** [@badporchedriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/badporchedriver)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 16, 2010, 11:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-bad-is-it-when-you-smell-fireworks-when-driving-a-porche-carrera-4s/48956 "2010-05-16T23:31:05Z")
I was coerced into driving my best friend's husband's porche carerra 4s after dinner one night. I told him I had not driven a car with a clutch in over 8 years, much less a Porche. (As an aside, my father has one, but h… --- ## [Jump start while holding the clamp?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jump-start-while-holding-the-clamp/46539)
**Author:** [@bzionic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bzionic)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2010, 6:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jump-start-while-holding-the-clamp/46539 "2010-04-04T18:26:49Z")
I have a car jumper kit from Schumacher that works great in emergencies. I need to use it to jump a car tomorrow with a dead battery, but the positive lead on the battery is in such an awkward spot that I cannot get the… --- ## [Mercedes Emergency Services](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-emergency-services/46288)
**Author:** [@Sully911](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sully911)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2010, 2:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-emergency-services/46288 "2010-03-19T02:24:42Z")
Has anyone had experience using the 'SOS' button in their Mercedes for emergency services? How did it go? --- ## [Horrific 911 audio toyota/lexus recall crash](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horrific-911-audio-toyota-lexus-recall-crash/44355)
**Author:** [@JordanHaus](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JordanHaus)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2010, 6:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horrific-911-audio-toyota-lexus-recall-crash/44355 "2010-02-15T18:11:36Z")
Toyota is doing damage control, primarily because the audio on this car crash is so horrifying, so vivid, they figure they will lose that case no matter what. Listen: http://www...48&cpage=1 --- ## [Save the Planet, Drive a Porsche: How a classic car can be greener than your Prius](https://community.cartalk.com/t/save-the-planet-drive-a-porsche-how-a-classic-car-can-be-greener-than-your-prius/38765)
**Author:** [@Whitey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Whitey)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2009, 2:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/save-the-planet-drive-a-porsche-how-a-classic-car-can-be-greener-than-your-prius/38765 "2009-11-14T02:47:28Z")
This is a story about a couple that sold their car, switched to public transportation, and then bought at 1966 Porche 911 for weekend fun. http://www.slate.com/id/2233834 I wish I could sell my car, and just ke… [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/5985-tag/5985.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=911)