Buy Jerry's Turbo S

[Perfectlap]

You know I'm looking at this 993 Turbo and I'm thinking even if they hadn't gotten rid of the air cooling, it would still be way up in value. I don't think most people bidding up the prices on these cars have ever driven an aircooled 993. There's no need to spend $100-200K to get an air-cooled Carrea, you can get an older model air cooled 911 for way less than these 993's.
So I'm inclined to think its all about that front end styling. The rear of the car doesn't really stand out anymore than the back of a very nice looking 996.
If Porsche doesn't decide to incorporate the Boxster concept prototype styling into the 1999 Carrera, then these 993 depreciate just like any other 911.
The 993 guys should thank us! and at the same time the 996 guys should thank us for saving the whole ship from going under. If that had happened those 993's would have been worth a mint.

[Lil bastard]

Originally Posted by Perfectlap

You know I'm looking at this 993 Turbo and I'm thinking even if they hadn't gotten rid of the air cooling, it would still be way up in value. I don't think most people bidding up the prices on these cars have ever driven an aircooled 993. There's no need to spend $100-200K to get an air-cooled Carrea, you can get an older model air cooled 911 for way less than these 993's.
So I'm inclined to think its all about that front end styling. The rear of the car doesn't really stand out anymore than the back of a very nice looking 996.
If Porsche doesn't decide to incorporate the Boxster concept prototype styling into the 1999 Carrera, then these 993 depreciate just like any other 911.
The 993 guys should thank us! and at the same time the 996 guys should thank us for saving the whole ship from going under. If that had happened those 993's would have been worth a mint.

Aren't only the Heads water-cooled on the 993 Turbo and TurboS? Or am I wrong?

Originally Posted by Lil bastard

Aren't only the Heads water-cooled on the 993 Turbo and TurboS? Or am I wrong?

The 993 Turbo and Turbo S are air/oil cooled. They hold 12 quarts of full synthetic.

Originally Posted by Perfectlap

You know I'm looking at this 993 Turbo and I'm thinking even if they hadn't gotten rid of the air cooling, it would still be way up in value. I don't think most people bidding up the prices on these cars have ever driven an aircooled 993. There's no need to spend $100-200K to get an air-cooled Carrea, you can get an older model air cooled 911 for way less than these 993's.
So I'm inclined to think its all about that front end styling. The rear of the car doesn't really stand out anymore than the back of a very nice looking 996.
If Porsche doesn't decide to incorporate the Boxster concept prototype styling into the 1999 Carrera, then these 993 depreciate just like any other 911.
The 993 guys should thank us! and at the same time the 996 guys should thank us for saving the whole ship from going under. If that had happened those 993's would have been worth a mint.

PL, it's as simple and as pure as SUPPLY & DEMAND can be. There are many more people who want to buy the cars then there are people wanting to part with them. Less than 2,000 brought to the USA.

Did I mention +400 HP, all wheel drive, 0-60 in about 3.8 seconds...and that sound!

[TriGem2k]

Originally Posted by bmussatti

Did I mention +400 HP, all wheel drive, 0-60 in about 3.8 seconds...and that sound!

I think I just wet myself!

DAMN THIS THREAD!!!!

I have been looking for a 1997 Turbo S for too long and almost gave up hope until this thread was posted. Now my passion is on the rise again!

TriGem, there are 4 or 5 Turbo S's on autotrader, so if you are serious, I think you could get one of them for $150K. Be careful though, a couple I have seen are converted "S" cars, ...not from the factory.

Two 993 Turbos I had my eye on, sold this week. You got to be ready to pull the trigger when the right car comes up because the hot ones get sold quickly.

I have test driven two already. Neither of them I would buy.

[IowaS]

Originally Posted by bmussatti

TriGem, there are 4 or 5 Turbo S's on autotrader, so if you are serious, I think you could get one of them for $150K. Be careful though, a couple I have seen are converted "S" cars, ...not from the factory.

Two 993 Turbos I had my eye on, sold this week. You got to be ready to pull the trigger when the right car comes up because the hot ones get sold quickly.

I have test driven two already. Neither of them I would buy.

Hate to say it, especially on this forum, but if I were to pay 150k for a car....it would have a different prancing horse on the emblem....

Originally Posted by IowaS

Hate to say it, especially on this forum, but if I were to pay 150k for a car....it would have a different prancing horse on the emblem....

Today, you could easily buy 2 Ferrari's from 1996-1997 for the same price one 1997 Turbos S will cost you. There is a reason for that!

[IowaS]

Originally Posted by bmussatti

Today, you could easily buy 2 Ferrari's from 1996-1997 for the same price one 1997 Turbos S will cost you. There is a reason for that!

Very good point, however since my garage could only handle one car it would be of the 360 variety...which is obviously comparing apples to oranges to a Turbo S...just sayin....

[blinkwatt]

Originally Posted by bmussatti

I have test driven two already. Neither of them I would buy.

Care to elaborate on that? I have been in one and it's the way these cars should be,very plain and low bodyfat. There isn't much to them.

I haven't driven one but would love to hear about your experiences though. More importantly why wouldn't you buy either one you drove?

Originally Posted by blinkwatt

Care to elaborate on that? I have been in one and it's the way these cars should be,very plain and low bodyfat. There isn't much to them.

I haven't driven one but would love to hear about your experiences though. More importantly why wouldn't you buy either one you drove?

Hey Blink, good question. One I drove, about a week ago, was pretty beaten and trashed. 40k miles, modded suspension, and filthy interior. The second one I test drove was very-very nice but had a few body panels that were replaced with carbon fiber. It also had about 40k miles, very-very clean.

Don't forget, you are also buying the "seller" too. Not just the car. So everything needs to come together. I fully expect the process to take several months. And sometimes the journey is more fun than the final destination.

I really want a very stock car. No mods.

The car is amazing. Sounds great. Easy to drive. Scary fast!

[Blkboxster]

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?car_id=241010392&dealer_id=1659988&car_year=1997&model=911TURBO&num_records=&systime=&make2=&start_year=1997&keywordsfyc=&keywordsrep=&engine=&certified=&body_code=0&fuel=&awsp=false&search_type=both&distance=0&marketZipError=false&search_lang=en&make=POR&keywords_display=&color=&page_location=findacar%3A%3Aispsearchform&min_price=&drive=&default_sort=priceDESC&max_mileage=&style_flag=1&sort_type=priceDESC&address=22066&advanced=&end_year=2000&doors=&transmission=&max_price=&cardist=2271

maybe i should sell all my cars for it

[yellowboxster01]

993 Turbo is an amazing car to drive. If you keep the rpms low, it drives like an n/a car. But, when you put your foot in it, it wakes up quick. One thing I liked about it is you can actually hear the turbos and they sound good. 996 Turbo just doesn't feel as sporty, it's almost too refined.

What makes the 993 superior to the 964 and previous 911's. The exterior styling, arguably the best looking 911 ever made and they're the last of the air cooled. Some say it's the last true 911.