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Lucky · 02-15-2008, 06:56 PM

How much are you going to drive it? In other words, how many miles will you add to the odometer in the next 2 or 3 years? If very few, go for the newer lower mileage model.

However, if you are going to drive it a fair amount each year I'd negotiate the best price I can on the 2001. If it tests clean, buy it. The $ saved versus the 2002 will be a nice rainy day fund for repairs or "mod money".

If a private sale, I would think you could get the 2001 for around $20k, maybe $21k if it is perfect and well optioned.

For either car -- do not skip a PPI. This is an essential buying step for a Porsche given the cost of repair.

02-15-2008, 06:56 PM	#3
Lucky Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 244	How much are you going to drive it? In other words, how many miles will you add to the odometer in the next 2 or 3 years? If very few, go for the newer lower mileage model. However, if you are going to drive it a fair amount each year I'd negotiate the best price I can on the 2001. If it tests clean, buy it. The $ saved versus the 2002 will be a nice rainy day fund for repairs or "mod money". If a private sale, I would think you could get the 2001 for around $20k, maybe $21k if it is perfect and well optioned. For either car -- do not skip a PPI. This is an essential buying step for a Porsche given the cost of repair. __________________ -- John '00 Boxster S '86 911 Carrera Coupe (Sold)