Anyone interested in a 959?
 

Not sure which forum applies here, but just ran across a beautiful 959 for sale.

Link below. A feast for your eyes!!

http://www.canepacollection.com/deta...d-6510138.html

Wow. I think it goes in 911 though based on it being an '88 and the bodyshell. That said...I'm happy to have it here;-)

I donno, it might be closer to a 964 than anything else.

+1

Developments from the 959 went into the running gear of the C4 - take that baby =-)

Absolutely gorgeous machine.

nice! I wonder how many $$$$$ (If sir has to ask, sir can't afford!)

At least $350K would be my guess. Beautiful example.

Gotta love those leather seats with the color graduation. Very cool.

There is a writeup/comparison on the 959 and the F40 in this month's Top Gear magazine. I read it at Barnes and Noble this week.

I've heard they run about $250k, but that was a few years ago, and this car should be APPRECIATING in value

If you think about it that means that if you were to lease it they'd have to pay YOU! :jumper:

UK Top Gear (tv show) did an episode with the 959 vs F40 a few weeks back. Since we're a little behind I would expect this episode to hit the US in the next few weeks. Probably my favorite Top Gear segment this season. Hammond is absolutely giddy over the 959.

BTW..just noticed you're in La Crosse...that's where my mom grew up and my grandma still resides.

2 things:
-the steering wheel is not orignal, not even a genuine Porsche wheel.

-see:
https://rennlist.com/forums/993-turb...isclosure.html

Best match styling/mechanical/performance wise...993TT

Best match price wise...Carrera GT

If you knew what modifications Canepa makes to get the 959 to pass EPA requirements, then from an originality standpoint the steering wheel would be the least of your concerns.

To wit:

"The phase II engine system includes eliminating the factory sequential turbo system and installation of an all new twin turbo system including new Garrett “Disco Potato” ball-bearing turbos, re-designed wastegates with TiAL diaphragms and titanium heat shields. Cam timing is optimized in addition to blueprinting all intake and exhaust valve springs. New intake runners are matched to K&N Air Filters. Upgraded fuel system, EGR, modern engine management system with ADL, F1 technology engine wiring harnesses, high output ignition system, upgraded alternator charge system and battery module, air pumps and air regulator valves, spark plugs, idle control valve, sensors, connectors, harness shielding, switches, adapters, hardware, etc. (369 new components in all.) A complete new stainless steel exhaust system with Porsche original equipment dual stainless catalytics are utilized. The exhaust is fitted with our new bypass system producing increased horsepower and a more aggressive engine note at the flick of a dash mounted switch.

In addition the entire clutch system has been modified and upgraded to improve pedal feel and actuation. This includes an improved pressure plate, disc, and modified clutch pedal assembly.

Suspension
The suspension has been upgraded to 959 S specifications incorporating Canepa Design’s new gas strut design and titanium coil-over springs.

Wheels
Canepa Design has re-engineered the factory wheels and developed a new bead design and modification which allows the installation of today’s state-of-the-art high performance ‘Z’ rated radial tires. Additional benefits include greatly improved handling and grip and an overall improved appearance"

So, it is no longer a 959 as we knew it when it was introduced, and being sold by people with, ahem, *interesting* business practices.
Clearly the deal of the century.