The Affordable 996 Thread

[willtel]

I like this one. Isn't the C4S a widebody?

911 Porsche Carrera 4S 2003

[onewhippedpuppy]

Originally Posted by willtel

I like this one. Isn't the C4S a widebody?

911 Porsche Carrera 4S 2003

Yes. That's another great looking car. Though there's no mention of recent maintenance, and at least one of the pictures is from Sept 2012 (temp tag date). Price seems high.

[BReif61]

Originally Posted by onewhippedpuppy

Yes. That's another great looking car. Though there's no mention of recent maintenance, and at least one of the pictures is from Sept 2012 (temp tag date). Price seems high.

Matt, that price doesn't seem THAT far out of line for a C4S with that mileage. They seem to be holding value better than the narrow bodied cars. Obviously not near Turbo levels, but definitely at/around low $30k.

When I bought mine, it had 87k miles and I got it for $27k. Cheapest one within reasonable distance.

[onewhippedpuppy]

Originally Posted by BReif61

Matt, that price doesn't seem THAT far out of line for a C4S with that mileage. They seem to be holding value better than the narrow bodied cars. Obviously not near Turbo levels, but definitely at/around low $30k.

When I bought mine, it had 87k miles and I got it for $27k. Cheapest one within reasonable distance.

I agree, I think $30k is the sweet spot for the C4S right now. I've seen some nice ones with a few miles for the same ballpark as yours, which is probably where I would look. The $30k 997 is going to make a $30k C4S a bit more difficult.

[willtel]

Originally Posted by onewhippedpuppy

The $30k 997 is going to make a $30k C4S a bit more difficult.

Very true, those days are close. Or are they already here?

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-cars-sale/793998-911-carrera-2-manual-shift.html

[onewhippedpuppy]

I'd say they're here, I've seen a few similar to that one for $30k or less. Now that the 997 is "the old model" I expect we'll see a lot more of them.

[1990C4S]

For a 'disposable' car, who cares about the title?

Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe 2 Door | eBay

[M.D. Holloway]

Originally Posted by 1990C4S

For a 'disposable' car, who cares about the title?

Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe 2 Door | eBay

salvage title...someone prolly got shot in it...

[M.D. Holloway]

Originally Posted by BReif61

Here's your dark blue 996TT. Most certainly not "Affordable 996" territory, but a certifiable rocket.
2001 Porsche 911 996 Turbo - Tiptronic - No Sunroof - PCCB - EVOMS - 6speedonline.com Forums

hmmmm...looks interesting and is in my backyard...I may have to give him a call. Thanks!

[onewhippedpuppy]

For a 'disposable' car, who cares about the title?



Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe 2 Door | eBay

That screams track car.

[Halm]

In case any one is really buying, I just listed mine.

[1990C4S]

Originally Posted by Halm

In case any one is really buying, I just listed mine.

I wish I was ready to buy. I still need to sell my 964.

I predict this will be sold by Friday.

[HardDrive]

Higher mileage, but very nice looking C4S in here in Columbus, OH. Guy is clearly loves the car.

Porsche 911 - Carrera Coupe 4S

[1990C4S]

Originally Posted by HardDrive

Higher mileage, but very nice looking C4S in here in Columbus, OH. Guy is clearly loves the car.

Porsche 911 - Carrera Coupe 4S

Nice car. Mentions every mod except IMS...

[BReif61]

Originally Posted by HardDrive

Higher mileage, but very nice looking C4S in here in Columbus, OH. Guy is clearly loves the car.

Porsche 911 - Carrera Coupe 4S

Why would you paint over the center reflector? Also the fact that the spoiler is deployed in every picture is a little suspicious.

[onewhippedpuppy]

Originally Posted by Halm

In case any one is really buying, I just listed mine.

Hal, looks like a good car at a fair price. You mentioned "lots of extras to sell", mind providing a little detail as to what you'll be selling?

Originally Posted by BReif61

Why would you paint over the center reflector? Also the fact that the spoiler is deployed in every picture is a little suspicious.

The douchebag hyperbole in the ad is enough for me. Not much mention of maintenance work for a high mileage car. Poor fitting aftermarket front bumper and a full respray - very possible it was in an accident and that's how he's playing it off. 997 turbo wheels look like the incorrect offset in the rear. No thanks.

[Halm]

Matt, I will offer the buyer first dibbs but if he declines I have: 1. BBS RS-GT wheels, 2.) real deal Porsche GT3 hardback seats, and 3.) real deal Porsche Tequipment GT3 roll bar.

[onewhippedpuppy]

Originally Posted by Halm

Matt, I will offer the buyer first dibbs but if he declines I have: 1. BBS RS-GT wheels, 2.) real deal Porsche GT3 hardback seats, and 3.) real deal Porsche Tequipment GT3 roll bar.

Hal, if the buyer doesn't take them I might be interested in the wheels and/or seats. Shoot me a PM when the time comes and let me know what you are needing for them.

[Halm]

Matt, will do. They are what make the car really special, but push it out of the "affordable" category.

[onewhippedpuppy]

Originally Posted by Halm

Matt, will do. They are what make the car really special, but push it out of the "affordable" category.

Totally understand. One thing about modifications, you never get your money back out of them. Smart to return the car closer to stock, sell it at a lower price, then sell the parts separately. I wish you were selling the PSS9s as well.