Porsche 911 M96/M97 Bore Scoring

Des Golden Specialist Cars have decades of experience working on all aspects of the repair and maintenance including dealing with bore scoring on Porsche 911 M96 and M97 engines.

What is Porsche 911 bore scoring and what causes it?

“Bore scoring” is the term for scratches which develop on the cylinder walls of an engine and this is an issue which is found more frequently in the Porsche 911 than in other models. These scratches can be caused by a variety of situations such as mostly using your car for short journeys, too much revving (especially when the engine hasn’t had a chance to warm up), and leaving too much time between oil changes.

How do I know if my Porsche 911 has bore scoring?

The main signs to look out for are:

• your car consumes more oil than before
• sooty residues at the exhaust rim
• a ticking noise when revving – especially on a cold engine

It’s worth being vigilant when it comes to bore scoring as it can cause serious and potentially costly problems with your 911. Having your car regularly serviced at Des Golden Specialist Cars will help to keep any issues at bay and will without a doubt contribute to its longevity and smooth running. In between services, try to keep the engine well lubricated and to mix up your driving so that you factor in some longer journeys.

Such is our reputation for excellence, that at Des Golden Specialist Cars we have been nominated as the sole Irish agents for both Ecotune and Akrapovic Exhausts. We work on German prestige and performance vehicles and, alongside the standard mechanical work, we are renowned for our specialist performance tuning and upgrades.

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