What's the market like for an M491???
#1
What's the market like for an M491???
Looking to add an M491 to the stable.
Wondering what the market is like right now in regards to price I should expect to pay, etc.?
Also, wondering if anyone knows of any available? I found one with about 100K miles for $70K. Thoughts?
Wondering what the market is like right now in regards to price I should expect to pay, etc.?
Also, wondering if anyone knows of any available? I found one with about 100K miles for $70K. Thoughts?
#2
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If it's a coupe in good condition, that is a reasonable price. Inventory generally pretty low for coupes. Cabs are plentiful and less desirable, therefore that would be on the high side for a cab. Seems like must inventory are guards red on tan cabs. Good luck!
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I have a M491. Had it since 1992. It's a concours winner. High mileage 170k but it is cherry. It seems like $70k is a starting point. Check out eurofastcars.com in Monteray, Ca They are advertising a red cp 75k miles for $80k.
#5
It seems to me that the market for M491s may be even more affected by condition than the valuations for 'standard' Carreras. But whatever it is, it is certainly strong, and will probably stay strong from now on.
By the way, here's a very nice red M491 right here on Rennlist with quite a lot of excellent upgrades: https://rennlist.com/forums/vehicle-...k-porsche.html Be sure to open the PDF to see the work that's been done on this car. Oh, here's the build thread over on Pelican: http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsc...b-project.html Sixteen pages!
Rob
Dang! I can't believe that this is my first post here... I didn't realize I was such a 'lurker' ... how embarrassing!
By the way, here's a very nice red M491 right here on Rennlist with quite a lot of excellent upgrades: https://rennlist.com/forums/vehicle-...k-porsche.html Be sure to open the PDF to see the work that's been done on this car. Oh, here's the build thread over on Pelican: http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsc...b-project.html Sixteen pages!
Rob
Dang! I can't believe that this is my first post here... I didn't realize I was such a 'lurker' ... how embarrassing!
Last edited by RFP; 07-20-2015 at 12:55 PM.
#7
Asking and getting are two different things.
I'm an M491 owner myself but these prices seem excessive, and getting close to turbo territory. I've seen Turbo Looks selling for the 50s, but wow...70-ish seems high.
I'm an M491 owner myself but these prices seem excessive, and getting close to turbo territory. I've seen Turbo Looks selling for the 50s, but wow...70-ish seems high.
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#8
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No affiliation but This guy told me that car is a factory wide body.
http://www.sportscarcompany.com/deta...-13765429.html
http://www.sportscarcompany.com/deta...-13765429.html
#9
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Clean low miles original factory wide body are $
Guys people,are paying big $ for the time capsules and that is driving up,the rest.
Values are all over the map and very history miles and condition oriented
Top dollar cars need to be original
And clean original turbos are even bigger $. Look at Sloan. Take 20% off their price.
But most cars here are drivers. Probably mid grade vs collector grade. And that's a good thing in my book. Drive 'em
Guys people,are paying big $ for the time capsules and that is driving up,the rest.
Values are all over the map and very history miles and condition oriented
Top dollar cars need to be original
And clean original turbos are even bigger $. Look at Sloan. Take 20% off their price.
But most cars here are drivers. Probably mid grade vs collector grade. And that's a good thing in my book. Drive 'em
#10
Rennlist Member
But most cars here are drivers. Probably mid grade vs collector grade. And that's a good thing in my book. Drive 'em
#11
Rennlist Member
Hi,
I recently sold my 87 M491 Cab which had 50K miles (great condition) for $65K, my asking price. I had numerous offers from collectors and dealer/collectors at $60K to $65K so the dealers are clearly expecting to be able to still turn a profit even at that price. I wanted a quick sale and I'm sure I could have gotten a bit more if I was more patient. I'm not
Details on the car I just sold in case you want to compare condition, etc - https://87m491.wordpress.com/87-m491...olet-for-sale/
I recently sold my 87 M491 Cab which had 50K miles (great condition) for $65K, my asking price. I had numerous offers from collectors and dealer/collectors at $60K to $65K so the dealers are clearly expecting to be able to still turn a profit even at that price. I wanted a quick sale and I'm sure I could have gotten a bit more if I was more patient. I'm not
Details on the car I just sold in case you want to compare condition, etc - https://87m491.wordpress.com/87-m491...olet-for-sale/
#12
Rennlist Member
Hi,
I recently sold my 87 M491 Cab which had 50K miles (great condition) for $65K, my asking price. I had numerous offers from collectors and dealer/collectors at $60K to $65K so the dealers are clearly expecting to be able to still turn a profit even at that price. I wanted a quick sale and I'm sure I could have gotten a bit more if I was more patient. I'm not
Details on the car I just sold in case you want to compare condition, etc - https://87m491.wordpress.com/87-m491...olet-for-sale/
I recently sold my 87 M491 Cab which had 50K miles (great condition) for $65K, my asking price. I had numerous offers from collectors and dealer/collectors at $60K to $65K so the dealers are clearly expecting to be able to still turn a profit even at that price. I wanted a quick sale and I'm sure I could have gotten a bit more if I was more patient. I'm not
Details on the car I just sold in case you want to compare condition, etc - https://87m491.wordpress.com/87-m491...olet-for-sale/
#13
Rennlist Member
Wow !! 70K seems quite high but who knows it might be a bargain if prices continue to be on this trajectory!! Helios 59 has a gorgeous example.
#14
Hi,
I recently sold my 87 M491 Cab which had 50K miles (great condition) for $65K, my asking price. I had numerous offers from collectors and dealer/collectors at $60K to $65K so the dealers are clearly expecting to be able to still turn a profit even at that price. I wanted a quick sale and I'm sure I could have gotten a bit more if I was more patient. I'm not
Details on the car I just sold in case you want to compare condition, etc - https://87m491.wordpress.com/87-m491...olet-for-sale/
I recently sold my 87 M491 Cab which had 50K miles (great condition) for $65K, my asking price. I had numerous offers from collectors and dealer/collectors at $60K to $65K so the dealers are clearly expecting to be able to still turn a profit even at that price. I wanted a quick sale and I'm sure I could have gotten a bit more if I was more patient. I'm not
Details on the car I just sold in case you want to compare condition, etc - https://87m491.wordpress.com/87-m491...olet-for-sale/
Ray
#15
Rennlist Member
Here's a black coupe on eBay that just showed up.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Porsche-911-...m=301702936498
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Porsche-911-...m=301702936498