Porsche Repair in Sarasota

At Starlight Automotive, Porsche has been a passion and a specialty for years — from the air-cooled 911s and early Boxsters to the modern 991, 992, Cayman, Macan, Cayenne, and even some Taycans. If your Porsche is making unusual noises, losing coolant, hesitating on shifts, or throwing a check engine light, we know these cars intimately and can get to the bottom of it fast.

Porsches are engineered for performance, but that precision comes with known weak points that appear predictably with mileage: intermediate shaft (IMS) bearing failures on M96/M97 engines (especially in 986/987 Boxster/Cayman and early 996/997 911s), bore scoring in those same engines from piston skirt wear, coolant pipe O-ring failures leading to massive leaks under the intake, oil separator (AOS) failures causing smoke and oil in the intake, variocam solenoid or chain tensioner issues on later flat-six engines, PDK transmission mechatronic or clutch pack problems (harsh shifts, slipping, or limp mode on 7-speed boxes), coolant transfer tube failures on Cayenne/Macan V6/V8, air suspension compressor failures or leaking struts on Cayenne/Panamera, and the classic oil leaks from cam chain covers, valve covers, or rear main seals. We’ve rebuilt enough of these to spot the signs early and fix them right — no endless parts chasing.

• Engine repairs — IMS bearing retrofits or full engine rebuilds (when needed), bore scoring assessments and repairs, variocam chain/tensioner jobs, coolant pipe conversions to more reliable setups
• Cooling system work — transfer pipe replacements, water pump/thermostat failures, radiator fan control issues, coolant leaks from expansion tanks or turbo lines
• Transmission service — PDK fluid/filter changes, mechatronic diagnostics and rebuilds, clutch pack adaptations, dual-mass flywheel checks on manuals
• Suspension and steering — air suspension compressor rebuilds or replacements, PASM damper diagnostics, control arm bushings, wheel bearing/hub assemblies
• Brakes — PCCB (ceramic) inspection and service, ABS/PSM module troubleshooting, electronic parking brake resets
• Electrical and module diagnostics — using PIWIS 3/4 full factory access (not generic tools), battery registration and coding, adaptive lighting calibration, PCM/MMI reboots, key programming, comfort module fixes

We use Porsche-approved fluids (Mobil 1 0W-40 or equivalent Porsche A40 spec oils), genuine or high-quality OE parts where it counts most — no bargain-bin filters or seals that’ll fail prematurely. Everything is discussed upfront so you know what’s going on in your car.

• Honest, fixed quotes — we call before any surprises
• Proper diagnostics with PIWIS — reading full adaptations, hidden faults, and software updates that basic scanners can’t touch
• Efficient work — many sensor, AOS, or minor leak jobs done same-day
• We respect Porsche engineering — no shortcuts or generic fixes that compromise performance
• Local shop with real Porsche experience — we’re right here in Sarasota, remember your car, and treat it like the special machine it is

Whether it’s a routine oil change/service, a coolant leak that’s been dripping, PDK hesitation, IMS concerns, or a full engine project, we have the tools, knowledge, and parts to get your Porsche performing and reliable again.

Give us a call or book online — we’ll get you scheduled quickly and take care of it properly.