PORSCHE 996 Ownership: Squeaks, Check Engine Lights, and $15,500 Later

Welcome back to the channel... You might have thought my Porsche 996 was finally sorted after our last video and a hefty $13,500 bill. Well, you'd be wrong. Owning a classic car is a journey of continuous, often expensive, events. In this video, we dive into more maintenance work on my Porsche 996, including tackling my very first CHECK ENGINE LIGHT! We address the return of a familiar squeak, this time from the front control arms, and walk through the diagnostic dance to figure out the real culprit behind the power loss and dreaded check engine light. Join me as we explore: The unexpected return of the squeak and its quick fix with new Meyle control arms. A Sunday drive turned into a nightmare, leading to limp mode and the mysterious check engine light. The diagnostic process, from a dirty MAF sensor to the surprising real cause. Common signs and symptoms of a faulty ignition coil include rough idling, loss of power, and poor fuel economy. The ever-growing financial commitment of classic Porsche ownership – we've now tipped over $15,500 AUD! An honest ownership check-in covering practicality, usability, and reliability. It turns out my first check engine light had nothing to do with the 1999 911 itself, but everything to do with a faulty 2025 part. It was a relief, but the journey continues! Don't forget to like and subscribe to follow along with this ongoing Porsche adventure! Follow my Instagram here: instagram.com/andygreenlive /   / hbk.supply   Link to Ruben's shop: https://rubens.au/ #Porsche996 #ClassicCar #PorscheOwnership #PorscheProblems #CarVlog #porschelife