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Originally Posted by onewhippedpuppy
Exactly, just look at the data. Used Porsches with manual transmissions carry a huge premium. Just look at the 997 GT3 4.0, 911R, and the new GT3 manual. 993 values are crazy, but I'd say that the tiptronic are a good 25% cheaper. Enthusiast buyers buy used, and enthusiasts still prefer a manual.
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Not disagreeing because you're right about the 993s and 964s but one thing to consider is that the PDK is in a different category than the old Tiptronic in terms of enthusiast appeal. I personally think that there will not be a big difference in resale value but the PDKs are already in hugely bigger demand, probably 20:1 across the entire Porsche sports car line.
I have a couple friends w 991 manuals, actually one already traded or sold his and it definitely had reduced resale value w manual. This will only get worse w time, IMO.
That said, if someone can afford a new Porsche and is worried about a few dollars in resale value years from now, their head isn't on straight.
