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As stated it is the market. 1998 model year for 911 was the last of the air-cooled engines. End of an era. Many enthusiasts feel the 911 lost its soul when Porsche went to water cooled engines.
Is the 98 actually a better car than a 996, technology wise?
Probably not...but many feel the 993 is a better looking car than
the 996, just as many feel the 89 & earlier 911 is better looking
than a 964. The 996 is the new 964. That said the 964 is a really great car w/ many of the mechanical issues ( cyl head oil leaks etc.) blown out of proportion by the internet. I think the same stigma of negative perception has affected the 996.
Combine all this w/ the new 997 model , which imho is a much better car, looks & technology...and you have the market forces at work.
Although the 996 model is my least favorite, I think there are some great bargains to be had on these cars right now.
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