chico

What is the value of a 53 cab when restored? I can't find any for sale.... Need to know if project makes sense

Gerd

Go to http://www.356registry.com and look in the cars for sale section.

Thanks
Gerd

cal44

Depends how good the resto. Go ask on the Registry as stated.

chico

I understand its a tough question with variables, just curious if anyone knows of any sale or value info after a quality restoration by a professional.

Freddy

Check this thread:

Unrestored Original 1953 Pre A Super Cabriolet Forsale...

http://356registry.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=8230

The owner is asking $145k for it. Add another $50k to $100k for the complete restoration and you are done.

Freddy

chico

Thanks for your input.

dertub

$1.88 No, seriously, I would love to have one. But, the restoration costs will probably never be recovered in your lifetime. However, we love our cars. The best to you.

jcnesq

The latest (June 2009) issue of Excellence has its Porsche Market Update on 356's. Current values shown for 1953 cabs are:
So-so Condition: $58,752
Good Condition: $66,887
Excellent Condition: $90,388

I imagine there is a lot of interpolation going into those numbers, but it is consistent with cabs of all years generally.

For comparison, Speedster values are listed at, more or less, $106,000 in so-so condition to $162,000 in excellent condition.