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Inspection report · Sample2019 Porsche 911 GT3 RS
A sound car with original paint and clean history. The front discs will need replacing within a year. Use the estimate to negotiate around £10k off.
DanInspector. We spoke at 13:40 on 14 October 2026.
Asking price
£189,950
Dealer
Costs, next 12 months
£10.9k–14k
1 concern, 3 to monitor
Dan’s suggested offer
£179,950
£10,000 under asking
What to say to the seller
“I've had the car independently inspected. The front carbon-ceramic discs are cracking around the drill holes and will need replacing within a year, which is £9,800 to £12,500. The rear tyres are at 3mm. I'd like that reflected in the price.”
Findings 4 from 89 checks
ConcernMonitor
1
Carbon-ceramic disc & padsConcern
Front left wheel · Within 12 months
PCCB disc shows surface cracking around the drill holes. Within wear limit by weight but replacement likely within 12 months.
£9.8k–12.5k
2
Tyre tread & dateMonitor
Rear left wheel · Now
Rear tyres at 3mm. Budget for a pair soon; Michelin Cup 2 R N1 to keep the car correct.
£700–900
3
Bumper & splitterMonitor
Front · Within 12 months
Splitter scuffed underneath from kerbs. Cosmetic.
£400–600
4
Wheel: magnesium or alloy?Monitor
Front left wheel · Later
Magnesium wheels are a later fit, not factory. Genuine Porsche parts; original alloys not included with the sale.
No cost expected
Factory build 1 advert claim checked
| Weissach package | In the build, on the car |
| PCCB | In the build, on the car |
| Front-axle lift | In the build, on the car |
| Clubsport | In the build, on the car |
| Advert lists magnesium wheels; not in factory buildDan found: Magnesium wheels are a later fit, not factory. Genuine Porsche parts; original alloys not included with the sale. | See finding |
History HPI, CarVertical, DVSA
- No finance, theft or write-offHPI
- Mileage consistent, 7 recordsCarVertical
- Weissach package, PCCB confirmedFactory build
- magnesium wheels not in factory buildAdvert
- MOT 2 passes, 1 advisoryDVSA
Dan’s note before the visit
History is clean. Ask the dealer whether the mag wheels are a later fit; I'll check them on Tuesday.
Every check 89 in total
All 89 checks by area
Front
- Bumper & splitter
- Headlights & washers
- Stone chips & paint depth
- Radiator grilles
Bonnet / front lid
- Paint depth & finish
- Panel gaps & alignment
- Lid seal & struts
Front left wheel
- Tyre tread & date
- Carbon-ceramic disc & pads
- Wheel condition & kerbing
- Visible suspension & bushes
- Wheel: magnesium or alloy?
Front right wheel
- Tyre tread & date
- Carbon-ceramic disc & pads
- Wheel condition & kerbing
- Visible suspension & bushes
Left side
- Door & wing paint depth
- Sill & panel gaps
- Mirror & door handle
Right side
- Door & wing paint depth
- Sill & panel gaps
- Mirror & door handle
Roof & glass
- Roof paint depth
- Windscreen chips & cracks
- Side & rear glass
- Seals & drains
Rear left wheel
- Tyre tread & date
- Carbon-ceramic disc & pads
- Wheel condition & kerbing
- Visible suspension & bushes
- MOT advisory: Rear tyres near limit
Rear right wheel
- Tyre tread & date
- Carbon-ceramic disc & pads
- Wheel condition & kerbing
- Visible suspension & bushes
Rear
- Bumper & diffuser
- Lights & reverse camera
- Wing / spoiler
- Exhaust tips
Front underside
- Undertray & splitter mounts
- Front subframe & arms
- Steering rack & track rods
- Front radiators & pipes
- Front-axle lift (if fitted)
Floor & sills
- Jacking points
- Floor pan corrosion
- Fuel & brake lines
- Evidence of repair
Rear underside & exhaust
- Rear subframe & arms
- Exhaust & mounts
- Driveshaft boots
- Oil leaks
Engine bay
- Cold start & idle
- Oil level & condition
- Leaks & seepage
- Belts & hoses
- Fault codes
- IMS bearing (M96/M97 engines)
- Bore scoring (borescope)
- Rear main seal
- Air-oil separator
Cooling & fluids
- Coolant level & condition
- Brake fluid
- Power steering / hydraulics
- Coolant pipes (glued fittings)
- Front radiators & condensers
Gearbox & drivetrain
- Gear selection
- Clutch / gearbox operation
- Differential noise
- PDK / clutch wear (PIWIS)
Seats & trim
- Driver seat bolster wear
- Headlining & carpets
- Seat belts
- Odours & damp
Dash & electrics
- Warning lights
- Infotainment & sat nav
- Air conditioning
- Windows, mirrors & locks
Documents & keys
- V5C matches car & VIN
- Service history
- Spare key
- Locking wheel nut
- Factory build vs car (CoA)
- OPC / specialist service record
Road test
- Steering & alignment
- Braking under load
- Suspension noises
- Engine & gearbox under load
- Over-rev report (PIWIS)
Dan
Inspected 14 October 2026 for the buyer
This report reflects the car’s condition when it was inspected. Cost estimates are a guide.
Inspected 14 October 2026 for the buyer