Father of 3

I really think $45k is a good price for a low mileage, polar silver/black c4s. Maybe in your neck of the woods, or in the Winter that is not the case but I really think upper $40s to the ask or $50k is in line.

1996 Carrera4S

About two months ago, I went to Herb Chambers Porsche in Boston to see a very similar car. 1996 C4S Black on Black, turbo seats, aluminum **** and e-brake, 35k miles and in very nice shape. They were asking $53,000.00. I told the salesman it was more than 10 thousand dollars over book value, but he knew the true market demand wasn't reflected in Kelly Blue Book or NADA retail prices. Oh well, I tried. He gave me the strong impression that I could have it for $50,000.00 He also told me that he thought he might be able to have it declared Porsche Certified. I really didn't like the turbo seats and the price was too high for me, but not outrageous compared to some online prices I had seen. If it's just what you want and you've been waiting a long time, it's not crazy.

I got lucky. After seven months of searching (and saving) I found my 1996 C4S in Virginia. 29k miles, very nice shape for $43,000.00. I think the PO just looked at the book value and added a few thousand dollars for low miles and nice condition. He lived in a palatial house with a five car garage, so I don't think getting top dollar was on his mind. Good luck and be patient until it's time not to be patient.

Regards,
Matt

C4S_fan

Thanks.. I think patience has it merits. If the car comes back with *any*issue during the PPI, either the price drops or I drop the deal.

User 4221

One thing I would check on that may help negotiations....... Why are the exhaust tips tilted at different angles? Damage or poor installation?

DJF1

You also have to figure out "must have's " on your equation. For example the sports seats, carbon fiber staff etc. If these mods for example are in your to do list after you purchase the car you ave to think of the added cost. I spend almost 10 grand to bring my car to the condition I wanted. For sports seats for example you will spend at least 3K alone, not to mention suspension, wheels etc.
Find the example that you want with your must have's and then get it. It will cost ya less in the long run... Like Matt said the blue book goes out the window when it comes to our cars. Its all a matter of supply and demand.

billh1963

Where did you find that deal, Matt? Sounds like my old C4S albeit mine had 8K more miles.