BOXSTER HAUS

January 2026 (selection)

2017 Porsche Cayenne Engine 3.0 Diesel
Tiptronic. Owner Steven. 105,000k

Brief: Coolant leak, major service and inspection.

Steven and his family recently moved from NSW to the Sunshine Coast. One of their vehicles was a MY17 Cayenne Diesel, in fantastic condition and just needing a fresh service, including an engine flush.

The main issue was the coolant leak. The first step was a pressure test to confirm the obvious: a failed water pump. There was coolant residue on the front of the engine; fortunately, no sign of leakage in the valley (Top of the engine block between cylinder heads), a common issue. No, it was just the water pump.

Upon inspection, rear disc rotors and pads required replacement. Steven mentioned that the rear left-hand footwell carpets were damp after washing or wet-weather driving. This required inspection and water test, i.e., a hand-held test!

Parts ordered, and booked the Cayenne for repair.

1990 Porsche 964 C4 Cabriolet Engine 3.6
6-Speed. Owner Boxster Haus. 145,00k

Brief: More will be chronicled in our pending ‘Classic Porsche Projects’ column. Long story short, restore it to its former glory!

Customer David, a cool dude, had indicated back on November 25 that, after 10 years of ownership, he was considering selling. Julian & I had considered a 964 a bucket list car. Having previously sorted out his ABS and Difflock issues, we thought it would be a great car to own and restore.

We sold two of our non-Porsches (NSX and Cappicino) at competitive prices to quickly acquire the 964, which felt like a Christmas gift to ourselves. Father & Son bonding!

There is a long list of tasks required; the first task was to replace very tired front suspension droplinks.