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looking at a 26k mile 1995 manual from a local Porsche dealer. It's flawless, just missing boot top cover. Feels like new. 2 owner. Assuming no seepage and everthing checks out, what do you guys think at $58k?
I buy and sell 4-6 cars a year and help many friends and family acquire cars......been a hobby since I was a kid. I flipped a half a dozen cars before I had graduated HS.
IN the early stages of my car days I came across an amazing 69 Camaro convertible, blue with white stripes and white top and interior. The negotiation came down to a $300 spread and the seller wouldn’t budge. I got hard headed and walked away........the worst $300 I never spent. The car was sold to a local guy and every time I saw it I was haunted by the fact I had never found a comparable car. My point, if the car is right, don’t let a couple grand ruin the deal, the right car in the right condition and right color etc. aren’t a dime a dozen unless you’re negotiating on a new Camry. Porsche’s are not just transportation, they are a passion, a hobby, they are special......negotiate a number you are comfortable paying and enjoy that sweet car........its convertible season!
$50k is more like it, assuming no story.
If this were a coupe, then it's $65k. Yes, there is a big difference between coupe and convertible.
Looks like it's a Porsche dealer. Does that mean you can't do an independent PPI, or have access to maintenance history? Both are crucial to valuation.
$50k is more like it, assuming no story.
If this were a coupe, then it's $65k. Yes, there is a big difference between coupe and convertible.
Looks like it's a Porsche dealer. Does that mean you can't do an independent PPI, or have access to maintenance history? Both are crucial to valuation.
I would absolutely have it looked at by a local shop. It has services on Carfax at Porsche dealer several times every year. I would ask for records though.
Looking at a 26k mile 1995 manual from a local Porsche dealer. It's flawless, just missing boot top cover. Feels like new. 2 owner. Assuming no seepage and everthing checks out, what do you guys think at $58k?
With the lower miles, gonna be hard to get a dealer to budge. If you want a vert and it checks out, $55K and throw in the boot cover might get it done.
I agree with mdude, might only be worth $50K, but dealer has his costs. Local cars are worth the premium IMO.
dave
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84 380SL
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I would absolutely have it looked at by a local shop. It has services on Carfax at Porsche dealer several times every year. I would ask for records though.
Dealers are not known for allowing their cars to be taken off of their premises for PPI, or retain prior owners' maintenance records.
Good for you if you can get both...
$50k is more like it, assuming no story.
If this were a coupe, then it's $65k. Yes, there is a big difference between coupe and convertible.
Looks like it's a Porsche dealer. Does that mean you can't do an independent PPI, or have access to maintenance history? Both are crucial to valuation.
Based on recent prices, I think if it was a coupe it would be more like 75k.
OP - I think if the car checks out, 55k would be a good deal.
As ATSR said, this car as a coupe would carry an asking price of $75,000. If it is as advertised, it is basically a brand new 25 year old 993. Not sure what the deduct for a cab is but say it’s 20%. I think the dealership asking price is pretty fair. Caveat is as I said, the car should appear as new and unmolested.
I buy and sell 4-6 cars a year and help many friends and family acquire cars......been a hobby since I was a kid. I flipped a half a dozen cars before I had graduated HS.
IN the early stages of my car days I came across an amazing 69 Camaro convertible, blue with white stripes and white top and interior. The negotiation came down to a $300 spread and the seller wouldn’t budge. I got hard headed and walked away........the worst $300 I never spent. The car was sold to a local guy and every time I saw it I was haunted by the fact I had never found a comparable car. My point, if the car is right, don’t let a couple grand ruin the deal, the right car in the right condition and right color etc. aren’t a dime a dozen unless you’re negotiating on a new Camry. Porsche’s are not just transportation, they are a passion, a hobby, they are special......negotiate a number you are comfortable paying and enjoy that sweet car........its convertible season!
The advice so far has been really excellent, helpful and gave me the direction and motivation to ask for whats important.
Anyhow, I just spoke wth salesperson and asked for records and if she didn't have any to get them from the otehr dealers with names redacted. I also said it was crucial to restore to original stereo or for the cost to do so. She also said they would allow for a PPI and having purchased a 993 w 41k miles back in 2012 I know to get leak down and something about cylinder compression.
The advice so far has been really excellent, helpful and gave me the direction and motivation to ask for whats important.
Anyhow, I just spoke wth salesperson and asked for records and if she didn't have any to get them from the otehr dealers with names redacted. I also said it was crucial to restore to original stereo or for the cost to do so. She also said they would allow for a PPI and having purchased a 993 w 41k miles back in 2012 I know to get leak down and something about cylinder compression.
good luck and keep us posted.....excellent color combo.
I felt it was worth paying a few extra bucks to get a low milage car. My car drives like new, and I am happy I pulled the trigger at a higher price.
The car you show is a good looking combo. If you are looking for a convertible go for it.
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