996 getting close to 986 prices ?

[jacabean]

this car is for sale down the street from me . i decided to stop in and take a look . as i already own a 996 i was curious. this car was in really good condition and has some really nice options . The wood is gross but overall a nice car . you could probably get this car for 18k that is real close to 986S prices . Curious to know what others up here think about low priced 996s ? 2001 PORSCHE 911 CARRERA COUPE , 74K MILES, 6-SPD, MUST SEE!!!!

[woodsman]

it's like the roof falling down in a house fire...

[itsnotanova]

I kind of dig the wood trim. Maybe because it's not something you see every day.

I attempt to buy Porsches on a daily basis and I think the prices have gone up on all Porsches. There's always a mark up in price when the word "Porsche" is on something. I have a theory that the aircooled bubble is sucking all the other models up with it too.

[jacabean]

Originally Posted by itsnotanova

I kind of dig the wood trim. Maybe because it's not something you see every day.

I attempt to buy Porsches on a daily basis and I think the prices have gone up on all Porsches. There's always a mark up in price when the word "Porsche" is on something. I have a theory that the aircooled bubble is sucking all the other models up with it too.

I wonder what the cost of that wood was back in the day ? Prices in my region seem to be dropping . The above mentioned car would have been around 25k two years ago .

[NewArt]

Looks nice although I could do without the funky wing (just personal taste, looks like a Subaru). You're right, the faux wood is gross! I'd say it is still 5K more than a same year 986S, and the motor is in the wrong place!

[Bfan]

I say one hell of a deal considering the GT3 body kit. But I agree, the wood is gross

[BIGJake111]

A fair amount of 98 and 99 911s have been listed for a few under 20 latly, which is comparable with 03 and 04 boxsters base or S. It'll make the buying process tough for some. Do you want the bigger power and the "worst 911" or a great mid engine roadster with polarizing styling and a "lack of power."

As an aside most affordable 996s I have seen have been cabriolets.

[TeamOxford]

Originally Posted by BIGJake111

A fair amount of 98 and 99 911s have been listed for a few under 20 latly, which is comparable with 03 and 04 boxsters base or S. It'll make the buying process tough for some. Do you want the bigger power and the "worst 911" or a great mid engine roadster with polarizing styling and a "lack of power."

As an aside most affordable 996s I have seen have been cabriolets.

If you see a '98 for under $20K, scoop it up. It was the last year of the 993s.

TO

[BIGJake111]

Originally Posted by TeamOxford

If you see a '98 for under $20K, scoop it up. It was the last year of the 993s.



TO

I must be mistaken, the car was a 996, must've been a 99, I know for a fact the car was a 90s model though.

[Joe B]

Originally Posted by BIGJake111

latly

Latly ?

[jdraupp]

Jake, the Boxster came in 97, but the 996 didn't show up until 99. A 98 boxster for 20,000 would be like investing in apple for 3 bucks a share.

[JayG]

Originally Posted by BIGJake111

A fair amount of 98 and 99 911s have been listed for a few under 20 latly, which is comparable with 03 and 04 boxsters base or S. It'll make the buying process tough for some. Do you want the bigger power and the "worst 911" or a great mid engine roadster with polarizing styling and a "lack of power."

As an aside most affordable 996s I have seen have been cabriolets.

The worst 911??? Where do you get that from? The 996 is a great car and when it was new it was ground breaking in technology and performance.
Have you ever driven one?
If the 996 is the worst 911, then the 986 is the worst Boxster as well....
Don't buy into the negative hype, if so I guess you like driving the cheap hair dresser Porsche

I think the wood is a factory option,not aftermarket
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. YMMV

I have seen 996 (non-roller) listed for as low as $12k

[BIGJake111]

Originally Posted by JayG

The worst 911??? Where do you get that from? The 996 is a great car and when it was new it was ground breaking in technology and performance.

Have you ever driven one?

If the 996 is the worst 911, then the 986 is the worst Boxster as well....

Don't buy into the negative hype, if so I guess you like driving the cheap hair dresser Porsche



I think the wood is a factory option,not aftermarket

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. YMMV



I have seen 996 (non-roller) listed for as low as $12k

I love the 996 hence why I put worst in quotations. The car is perceived styling wise as the ugly duckling, but this allows great performance to be bought for a great possibly unmatched price, I can't think of many cars with comparable performance and prestige to the 911 available under 20k.

I have never seen any for anything like 12k, it'd be hard for me not to upgrade to a 911 if one comes by for that price.

[RedTele58]

Originally Posted by BIGJake111

I have never seen any for anything like 12k, it'd be hard for me not to upgrade to a 911 if one comes by for that price.

I think Tom paid that or less for his 996 and it's a very nice car. They are out there. There's a 996 Cabriolet in Wichita Ks for $14 that looks like a nice ride.

I'm seeing Boxsters in the $4-6k range...

[TeamOxford]

Originally Posted by JayG

The worst 911??? Where do you get that from? The 996 is a great car and when it was new it was ground breaking in technology and performance.

Agreed. The early 996 models get no respect, just like the 914 and 924 when they were first introduced.

A clean '99-'01 model with an IMSB upgrade can be a fine example of a 911.

TO

[LagerAle]

Originally Posted by BIGJake111

A fair amount of 98 and 99 911s have been listed for a few under 20 latly, which is comparable with 03 and 04 boxsters base or S. It'll make the buying process tough for some. Do you want the bigger power and the "worst 911" or a great mid engine roadster with polarizing styling and a "lack of power."

As an aside most affordable 996s I have seen have been cabriolets.

Is there a posting contest that i am unaware of? So many, so little substance...

[cfos]

Originally Posted by LagerAle

Is there a posting contest that i am unaware of? So many, so little substance...

Interesting observation. But, to answer you question, no; I think you are among the newer (and more restrained) members (posters). Most others have adapted to Jake and either find humor, reminisce about their own lost youth, or ignore it/him/me. Personally, I'm still wondering about his thread on the Boxster being the best track car. Can't think of a thread where he ever said he's been on the track or an autocross from which to develop an opinion, yet opinions are free and, from what I've learned, you can't teach a new dog anything - I've tried. Jake is quite young and I think they now learn l33t in kindergarden instead of cursive in elementary.

[BIGJake111]

Originally Posted by cfos

Interesting observation. But, to answer you question, no; I think you are among the newer (and more restrained) members (posters). Most others have adapted to Jake and either find humor, reminisce about their own lost youth, or ignore it/him/me. Personally, I'm still wondering about his thread on the Boxster being the best track car. Can't think of a thread where he ever said he's been on the track or an autocross from which to develop an opinion, yet opinions are free and, from what I've learned, you can't teach a new dog anything - I've tried. Jake is quite young and I think they now learn l33t in kindergarden instead of cursive in elementary.

Did you ever read the thread about it being a track car, I simply posted a link for others to read, I have absolutely never had track experience but am looking forward to it sometime soon.

[cfos]

Originally Posted by BIGJake111

Did you ever read the thread about it being a track car, I simply posted a link for others to read, I have absolutely never had track experience but am looking forward to it sometime soon.

Really?

Originally Posted by BIGJake111

I've gotta say if your giving yourself a 15 margin you could get a much cleaner and track ready boxster within the margin; as for my opinion on the other vehicles, I vote neigh on the Mazda 3, that FWD stuff is blasphemy, and the triumph would make a good project car but likely not track car.

I guess you're right. You have no opinion(s) about what would make a "good" track car -- see I even used quotes like you did.

[cfos]

Originally Posted by BIGJake111

Did you ever read the thread about it being a track car, I simply posted a link for others to read, I have absolutely never had track experience but am looking forward to it sometime soon.

And since I have some time as I finish my coffee, a little constructive criticism:

"Did you ever read the thread about it being a track car,..."

Ok -- this sounds like a question, so you want to use a "?" instead of a ",". Also, "even" would be a better choice than "ever" -- I think what you are going for is a little bit of angst and/or frustration rather than "ever" which implies something else.

"..., I simple posted a link for others to read,... " This is an independent clause and can stand by itself. However, I would like to state that this is not true as you also posted opinions in the thread.

"... absolutely never..." I, and many others, know what "never" means. I don't think you need to qualify never with "absolutely", but to each their own.