If treated good how many miles a porsche is good for?

Answer 1

This will depend on which model and the specifics of your driving (ie, long weekend drives along the coast or hard driving at race tracks in hot summer weather). But as a generalization, Porsche cars are engineered to be durable and reliable. And when cared for they can run a long long time.

I know of a few older 911s that have gone in excess of 400k without any rebuilds... and these are cars that have suffered through daily commutes and occassional track use. For normally asperated Porsches I would expect 150k-200k to run as a minimal amount of wear before the engines would need top end work.

And after a rebuild? Not quite near infinity, but a long time. Some of the engines may eventually wear enough that it is no longer feesible to do a rebuild (though this tends to be after quite a few rebuilds... far more rebuilds than most people would ever manage to reach in their lifetime).

Answer 2

I can only speak for the Porsche 928 as this is the vechicle I own and have researched.
Driven hard 100 000 miles/ 160000km o 150 000 miles 240000 km. If serviced reguarly
Gearboxs may e a problem and would ned to be serviced very reguarly/particuarlly Autos.[ Not cheap]

Regular/ proper Use.
Transmission serviced twice a year like clock work
Regular service on the motor ect.
You can expect around the 300 000 miles out of the motor.
Timing belt at recommended interval.
G/ box rebuild at half motor lifespan.

Remember smaller motors / increased Revs/ all reduce the life time so with a 4 cylnder Porsche this would have to be taken into account.

Regards Coopss

Answer 3

Forever...with enough money you can keep a car running for millions of miles.

But in practical terms, a Porsche engine/transmission should be good for 250K, and the body integrity is very good. However, if the body rusts badly, the car is useless.

The new 996 engines may not have this longevity. Engine failures at 100K are not all that uncommon. Don't know if the 997s are tougher, hard to say yet.

But an older air-cooled Porsche is a very rugged car and will last as long as any car made.

Actually, after 250K-300K, you have to start to worry about metal fatigue and structural failure. This is the time when restoration of drivetrain and body become a priority.

There comes a point when continuing to drive an old car at high speeds becomes rather pointless unless it's on a race track with periodic tech inspections.

Answer 4

Probably about as good as many other cars. We know of Mercedes Benz that has over 500,000 miles on it. We also heard of a Porsche that has over 500,000 miles. Several Ford Taurus have over 300,000 miles and still running strong, Chevy Trucks with over 400,000 miles, Dodge Caravans that have over 250,000 miles, Dodge Stealths that have over 250,000 miles, even some old 1960-1969 muscle cars have over 250,000 miles on them. Well cared for cars last and last. Change the oil, the plugs, transmission fluid and brake fluid, the points and rotors, the brakes and rotors, wires occasionally when they seem not to carry the sparks, keep the battery charged, buy the best tires you can afford and ensure they are rotated every 3,000 miles or so; make sure your grease fittings have grease. Be sure your oil, gas and air filters are always clean and that your light bulbs are working. Some of us who think it's better to have items that are paid for than buy new every other year are working on getting our cars up to one million miles. We are fighting the new computer crap that limits our freedom of movement and that can be shut down by terrorists and others hell-bent on causing havoc (and that includes rogue police). Newer isn't always better. Vintage ROCKS!

Answer 5

100

Answer 6

I personally think it is how the car is driven. For example, some older 911s have valve guide problems because they weren't warmed up enough and driven hard when the engine was cold. Nonetheless, maintenace is equally important. You must drive these cars properly and give them the respect that they deserve.

Answer 7

Infinity. You just keep rebuilding what breaks. I've had my 63 356b since 1976. Just like the battery bunny...it keeps going and going.

Answer 8

My 911SC has gone nearly 200,000 miles without an engine rebuild.

The chassis is virtually indestructable(unless you wreck it)

Answer 9

Anywhere from 10,000 to 300,000. Depends on your definition of "good."

Answer 10

373,619. I know I'm at least close.