[JR_NYC]

I think $28K for an SC is crazy. That's a Richard Sloan price. But high teens to $20k for a very nice car that's been well maintained is reasonable. The article argues that cars in excellent original condition will appreciate. I agree with this. So many cars have been modified or are worn out at this point. Also, since there are so many fair cars at low prices on the market, old broken down cars are being parted out. The supply is gradually dwindling. The SC is considered "reliable" as well. That's if you don't consider broken head studs to be a reliability problem. What's worse, hoping you don't have broken head studs or owning a Carrera and worrying about premature valve guide wear?

Excellence also thinks unusual colors will be worth more and shows a pale yellow SC in a photo (bamboo?). There were some cool colors - sort of 70s colors - available that were phased out by the time the Carrera came out.

Scarcity seems to depend on where in the U.S. you live. I rarely see SCs in the Tri-State area (NY, CY, NJ), except when I take the car into the shop. Boxters, 996s, 997s, and the occasional Carrera is about all I see on the road. I think that has to do with weather (not practical in the winter) and rust.