Faults:

IMS bearing failure. A failure in this engine timing bearing often results in the destruction of the engine if it is not checked as soon as it begins to fail.

Oil leaks in the main crankshaft seal.

Cracked cylinder liners: Causes excessive oil consumption, overheating, and loss of compression.

No more problems to highlight, although it is worth clarifying that every repair, however small, requires original parts that are not easy to obtain, in addition to being very expensive.

General Comments:

Porsche is synonymous with performance. But also with sporty handling, active safety, structural rigidity, braking power, and unparalleled sensations behind the wheel.

All these characteristics are embodied in the 911 Carrera S, which, despite tweaks and successive restylings, maintained the essence of the classic 911.

One of the 911's advantages over its rivals is its versatility. It's one of the few sports cars in the exclusive 300 km/h club that can be driven at 1,500 rpm in sixth gear, or that can be pushed to the redline (7,500 rpm) and reach 200 km/h in just over 20 seconds, while behind you, the unmistakable six-cylinder boxer engine roars with fury—an engine Porsche doesn't seem willing to abandon.

This is due to the extraordinary and well-engineered torque that allows for a wide range of usable power with progressive responses. Of course, the sound changes when the needle climbs past 4,000 rpm. It shifts from deep to higher-pitched, and your back is pressed firmly against the seat. With each gear change, there's a powerful surge that propels the car forward with increasing force.

The performance is fantastic. They've modified the exhaust system from the manifold to the four tailpipes, the air filter is larger, and the electronic management system has been reprogrammed to suit the engine's new requirements. As a result, the power-to-weight ratio is a mere 3.7 kg per horsepower, allowing it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds.

These changes increase power and improve torque with a flatter curve that provides greater flexibility.

But, putting aside the impressive performance, what has always struck me about the Porsches I've driven is their braking power. The immense ventilated and perforated discs on all four wheels (partially hidden behind the 19-inch rims), with generous calipers, make deceleration as brutal as acceleration.

All this is achieved through a firm pedal that responds more to pressure than to its short travel, with a modulation more akin to a race car, which the average driver might find too stiff but is nonetheless overwhelmingly effective.

Comfort features include power windows and mirrors, single-zone automatic climate control, a multifunction trip computer, and more. The rear spoiler can be raised or lowered via a button on the center console, and the suspension also features a "Sport" mode, which stiffens it to the maximum for high-speed driving on smooth surfaces.

Since its inception, it has been the brand's flagship model. And the reasons are clear to anyone who has had the opportunity to drive one. From the sound of its engine to its sporty driving position (significantly improved from the early 2000s onward), and the sensations it conveys, the 911 is an inimitable car that has withstood the test of several decades, yet remains completely relevant and rivals the most sophisticated cars in the world.

Faults:

Nothing; this is advice from a serious car enthusiast and automotive professional.

General Comments:

I am both a collector, and automotive professional. I purchased a 3 year old 997 CPO with 9K miles on it for over $30K(1/3 off!) less than original sticker.

I own vintage cars, have owned more 11 different drivers in the last 10 years from (3) BMW, (2) AUDI, (1) Land Rover, (2) Volvo, (1) Jeep, & (2) Porsche.

The 997 is far and away the best car I have owned. The noises, the transmission, the clutch, the road feel, everything is perfect. Not too harsh like the older Porsches, driver comfort is great, excellent luxury options, great interior materials, no rattles!

Exit & entry aren't a problem for someone 6'4' and over. Do not think twice. Do yourself a favor, if you are a sucker for automobiles, don't waste your time and money trading up (see above). It will likely be one of most enjoyable financial decisions you can make! You will lose more on a new Camry in three years than a three year old Porsche with warranty for the subsequent three years, so finance it long term and you will enjoy life, while making out better in the end!