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A mid-engine sports car that is one of the best-handling cars at any price, with the flat-4 turbo covering most of the range and the 4.0 flat-6 in the top trims. On a 2022 car the money goes into tires, brakes (especially if PCCB), the usual Porsche maintenance premium, and staying on top of the flat-4's oil consumption and any turbo-related quirks.
AI-drafted profile
This failure-mode list was drafted by AI and cross-checked against this car’s real NHTSA complaint data. It has not yet been verified against real invoices, and it deliberately shows no cost figures: we never publish a dollar amount we can’t source. Own one? Your cost submissions below are what turn this into a verified teardown.
The financial roadmap
from 9,000 mi · 12k mi/yr
What should happen, when, and what it should cost. Paste the car's service records when running a report and this adjusts for what's already done.
Factory warranties expired; every repair below is on you · terms approximated from model year; verify in-service date
Year 19k → 21k mi~$3,084›
Fuel (EPA + DOE)$2,535published federal figures
12V battery$165-$400baseline schedule (typical parts + BLS labor)
Oil and filter service$85-$180baseline schedule (typical parts + BLS labor)
Oil and filter service$85-$180baseline schedule (typical parts + BLS labor)
Year 221k → 33k mi~$3,239›
Fuel (EPA + DOE)$2,535published federal figures
Brake fluid flush$140-$230baseline schedule (typical parts + BLS labor)
Oil and filter service$85-$180baseline schedule (typical parts + BLS labor)
Oil and filter service$85-$180baseline schedule (typical parts + BLS labor)
Engine air + cabin filters$75-$185baseline schedule (typical parts + BLS labor)
Wipers, bulbs, small consumables$70-$175baseline schedule (typical parts + BLS labor)
Year 333k → 45k mi+1 unpriced~$2,989›
Fuel (EPA + DOE)$2,535published federal figures
Four-wheel alignment$150-$225baseline schedule (typical parts + BLS labor)
Oil and filter service$85-$180baseline schedule (typical parts + BLS labor)
Oil and filter service$85-$180baseline schedule (typical parts + BLS labor)
PDK transmission fluid neglectcost pendingAI-drafted, cost pending verification
Year 445k → 57k mi~$4,567›
Fuel (EPA + DOE)$2,535published federal figures
Tires (set of four)$550-$1,325baseline schedule (typical parts + BLS labor)
Front brake pads and rotors$375-$775baseline schedule (typical parts + BLS labor)
Oil and filter service$85-$180baseline schedule (typical parts + BLS labor)
Oil and filter service$85-$180baseline schedule (typical parts + BLS labor)
Engine air + cabin filters$75-$185baseline schedule (typical parts + BLS labor)
Wipers, bulbs, small consumables$70-$175baseline schedule (typical parts + BLS labor)
Year 557k → 69k mi~$4,184›
Fuel (EPA + DOE)$2,535published federal figures
Rear brake pads and rotors$365-$755baseline schedule (typical parts + BLS labor)
Transmission fluid service$230-$550baseline schedule (typical parts + BLS labor)
Coolant service$180-$315baseline schedule (typical parts + BLS labor)
Brake fluid flush$140-$230baseline schedule (typical parts + BLS labor)
Oil and filter service$85-$180baseline schedule (typical parts + BLS labor)
Oil and filter service$85-$180baseline schedule (typical parts + BLS labor)
5-year total: ~$18,100full range $16,110-$20,000
Probability-weighted estimate, not a quote and not a substitute for a PPI. Baseline schedule items are priced from typical parts ranges and BLS labor data for a mainstream car; known failure modes carry their own provenance. Confidence: typical.
What this car is known for
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Flat-4 oil consumptionLikely due nowcost pending›
What you’ll notice: Oil level drops noticeably between changes and the car may ask for a top-up.
The 2.0/2.5 turbo fours are known to consume oil, which is within Porsche's stated tolerance but surprises owners coming from other brands.
Condition-driven: inspect, don't assume
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PCM infotainment and electronics glitchesLikely due nowcost pending›
What you’ll notice: Screen freezes, CarPlay dropouts, or occasional module faults.
The 982 PCM system has documented software gremlins that are usually cured with updates but can annoy.
Condition-driven: inspect, don't assume
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Ceramic brake (PCCB) wear if equippedInspect for itcost pending›
What you’ll notice: Squealing, grinding, or a warning about pad/disc wear on track-used cars.
Cars optioned with PCCB wear the discs, not just pads, and replacement is a major expense; heavily tracked examples burn them fast.
Condition-driven: inspect, don't assume · applies only if found
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Track use wear (GT4/Spyder especially)Inspect for itcost pending›
What you’ll notice: Worn tires, glazed brakes, heat-cycled fluid, curb rash on wheels.
718s, especially GT4 and Spyder, are frequently tracked; a hard-used car needs consumables and a fluid service sooner.
Condition-driven: inspect, don't assume · applies only if found
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PDK transmission fluid neglectDown the roadcost pending›
What you’ll notice: Harsh or hesitant low-speed shifts on higher-mileage cars.
The PDK dual-clutch needs periodic fluid service; skipped intervals show up as shift quality issues.
Typical window: 40k-80k miles
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PPI checklist
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- 01Check oil level and ask for the consumption history on flat-4 cars; verify service records and correct oil spec
- 02Confirm whether the car has iron discs or PCCB and inspect disc/pad condition, especially on GT4/Spyder
- 03Inspect tires for date codes, even wear, and whether they are matched Porsche N-rated (or track-oriented) tires
- 04Look for signs of track use: brake fluid darkness, glazed pads, heat marks, curb-rashed wheels
- 05Verify PDK fluid service history on higher-mileage cars and test low-speed shifts
- 06Scan for stored fault codes and confirm PCM software is up to date
- 07Check front bumper and lower splitter for rock chips and parking damage on this low-nose car
Ask the seller
- ·Has the flat-4 shown any oil consumption, and what is the top-up interval?
- ·Has this car ever been driven on track or at HPDE events?
- ·Does it have PCCB ceramic brakes, and what is the current disc/pad wear?
- ·Are all services done at a Porsche dealer or specialist with records?
What owners reported to NHTSA
0 owner complaints and 0 recalls on file for the 2022 PORSCHE 718 (public federal data).
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