Porsche Pre-Purchase Inspection
On a Porsche, a single hidden fault can cost more than many people pay for a whole used car. Our Porsche pre-purchase inspection checks the engine, PDK gearbox, cooling system, brakes and suspension, and looks for the model-specific issues that sellers rarely mention.
From AED 299Comprehensive (AED 799) recommended for PorscheConvenience fee applicable · shown on your written quote
- About 45-60 minutes at the car
- Can be done at your location
- Convenience fee applicable · shown on your written quote
- Diagnosis free with repair
How we do porsche pre-purchase inspection
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Share the exact car
Send the model, year and engine. The checks on a 2005 911 differ from those on a 2019 Macan, and the technician prepares for that car's known risks.
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Visual, fluids and underbody
We check paint depth and panel gaps for accident repair, look under the car for leaks and damage, and check oil, coolant and brake fluid condition.
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Diagnostic scan and drive
On the Standard and Comprehensive plans we read every module, including stored engine faults, and road-test the car where the seller agrees.
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Report and next steps
You get a written report with clear findings. For rare or high-value cars we also tell you which further checks, such as a specialist engine inspection, are worth paying for.
Why a Porsche deserves a proper inspection
- You are buying an older 911, Boxster or Cayman and want to know about engine health
- The Cayenne or Panamera you like has air suspension and a long list of options
- The car has very low mileage for its age and you want to know how it was stored
- The seller has no Porsche centre invoices for major services
- There are aftermarket wheels, exhausts or tuning modifications
- The car was imported and its accident history is unclear
What usually causes it
Intermediate shaft bearing and bore scoring on older engines
Some 911 (996 and early 997), Boxster and Cayman engines from roughly 1997 to 2008 carry a known intermediate shaft bearing risk, and some older flat-six and Cayenne V8 engines can suffer cylinder bore scoring. We look at oil condition, listen for abnormal noise and check for records of earlier work.
PDK gearbox behaviour
PDK dual-clutch gearboxes are robust when maintained, but clutch wear and software faults do happen. We check shift quality, low-speed engagement and stored gearbox codes.
Coolant pipes and radiators
Older Cayenne V8 models used plastic coolant pipes in the engine valley that can crack, and front-mounted radiators on 911 and Boxster models collect debris and corrode. We look for leaks and residue and check coolant level.
Brakes, suspension and track use
Large brakes and performance tyres are expensive to replace. We measure wear, check for hard-driving signs and look at air suspension on Cayenne and Panamera models.
By make and model
Porsche 911, Boxster and Cayman
Engine history matters most on pre-2009 cars. On later models we focus on PDK, brakes, tyres and signs of track use.
Porsche Cayenne, Macan and Panamera
Air suspension, cooling system, transfer case and electrical comfort features are the main areas of risk on these heavier models.
In Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman
Performance cars in the UAE often do short drives in heavy heat, sit for weeks in underground car parks and then get driven hard on weekends. That pattern is tough on batteries, tyres, brakes and cooling systems, and it is why a careful look before purchase pays off.
Questions about porsche pre-purchase inspection
Can you check whether a Porsche has been in an accident?
We check paint and panel gaps, look for replaced panels and inspect the underbody and chassis points for repair work, and note everything in the report.
Do you inspect classic Porsches?
We inspect most road-going Porsche models. For very rare classics, we will tell you honestly if a marque specialist is the better choice.
Will you road-test the car?
Yes, on the Standard and Comprehensive plans, as long as the seller agrees and the car is insured and registered for the road.
Should I still inspect a Porsche with an approved warranty?
Yes. A warranty pays for some future repairs, but it will not tell you about accident history, wear items or modifications today.
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Tell us about your car. You get an itemised quote before any work starts, and you choose OEM, aftermarket or used parts.