M491 Caborilet 1986 38k miles Whats it worth?

[bmc1818]

I found this Cabriolet, its very close to where I live. Does anyone have any estimated value of what its worth? I think the owner is looking for 30k.

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[G450X]

Unless I missed it, the seller does not mention this option - which should be clearly noted due to demand.

Many 911's were "converted" to a wide body configuration, but the main bump in value would stem from it being an original M491 option code convertible. I would look at it (if it's close like you mentioned) and get that fact straight immediately.

For me red is a minus, as are the BBS rims, but the BBS rims were very popular in the day and you could source the proper Fuchs later for a few thousand $$.

The condition seems a bit odd for a low mile car, but not impossible. These cars (M491 cab) were pretty expensive new, and are usually a little better taken care of. Odometer dead at 38k miles? Check for service and registration records to back that up.

If it is a true 38k mile M491 with original paint and no wrecks (and no mechanical needs), I would say $30k is a good price. Heck, even a low mile normal cab might pull $30K these days - It's not like they are making any more of these special 911's (M491) anytime soon...

[McLovin]

1) I don't think those are BBS wheels. They are some kind of "BBS look-a-likes"

2) The car look like it has Turbo brakes, like a factory Turbo Look would. While that isn't a guaranty that the car is a factory Turbo Look, it is a good sign.

3) If it is a true 38K mile factory Turbo Look, it should sell in one day for $30K, with proper advertising. Properly advertised and presented, such a car would be in the low to middle upper $40s in today's market.

[Ferraripete]

this car is in tragic condition for the 38k miles as represented. 38k miles on a Ferrari can look like that but not a Porsche...we all know how well porsches are built by comparison.

that said, the m491 is getting seriously valuable and even in this condition I would say well bought for $30k. in true mint condition w/ the indicated miles...$50k plus!

verify the m491 option and beat them down to $25k...then jump on it!!!

[mdu968]

I think $30k would be tops for this one. We sold the one attached for $36K if I remember correctly. It was very nice two owner, documented and not red.

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[Ferraripete]

Originally Posted by mdu968

I think $30k would be tops for this one. We sold the one attached for $36K if I remember correctly. It was very nice two owner, documented and not red.

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m491's are on the rise.

[cvlcporsche]

Originally Posted by mdu968

I think $30k would be tops for this one. We sold the one attached for $36K if I remember correctly. It was very nice two owner, documented and not red.

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But sold the first day, I would argue it should have brought $45k.

The Red EBAY car just screams WAY more than 38k miles to me. So typical on these car, everybody has an odometer that "just broke".... At $30k could still be a fair deal, just depends on the actual condition, Since mileage is unknown, condition trumps all. Maybe in person it will be nicer, although that is rarely the case.

[bmc1818]

Thanks guys for the input, I am fairly sure it is an m491. I appreciate all the input and help. I hope to find the perfect 911 soon, I just wish this one was not a cabriolet.

[dsmeyer]

The VIN # shows that this 911 is #124 of 226 M491 Turbo Look Cabs produced for North America in 1986.

I wouldn't be surprised to see it flipped back on the market with stock Fuchs, repairs, and a good detailing for over $40,000.