matt777

I watch 356 prices and recently older 911s as I have/had a hankering for a pre '73 911 coupe. Haven't the prices skyrocketed? I have even found a few nice 80's 911 SCs in the low 30's. It just makes me think that the 993 is a hell of a bargain and perhaps caught in between the water cooled and vintage 911s somehow. Perhaps the 964 is in the same boat. Will the 993 will ever appreciate? It still seems that mileage is a big determination in value where this does not apply to the pre '73 cars. I don't see myself trading the 993 for an early 911 anytime soon (I don't think).

993/907

911SC's in low 30's....that would have been their original selling price, wow!
A little part of me likes build quality and simplicity of the earlies (no immobilizer, basic HVAC).
Another part of me remembers them as quick and nimble...but also pretty harsh as daily drivers....balky shifting, stiff ride.
An early would be a fun car to drive for a few hours....but the 993 is a 100% better DD in my opinion.

Be interested in your opinion after you drive a few earlies.

Gordo

NC TRACKRAT

"Will the 993's ever appreciate?" IMHO, they continue to do so. They've weathered the economic "storm" quite well and, when you consider the depreciation in 996 and 997 values, it's obvious that the 993 is held in great esteem. Of course, model, condition, mileage and options are significant factors.

tcsracing1

993s are expensive. Certainly holding values quite well.
They are more money then the 996 and now low mile 993 turbo models are on par with low mile 997 turbo models etc....
Soon the 993 will surpass the 997 in resale values

Rinty

Well, the guys at Excellence think so, as to the '95s.

solomonschris

These cars should not be considered "investment instruments" if a monetary return is what you're after. The dividend with the 993, NA or TT, is the pleasure of driving it. The new 991 is an amazing car, with capabilities far beyond ANY previous 911, but the connection I feel with my 993 is waay beyond what the 991 can ever give me. To me the 993 is the high water mark for Porscheness. A made up word, but you know what I mean.

CamsPorsche

Yup the 993's are a hold!

I'm planning to hold mine and perhaps pick up another 997 or 991 in the future for daily use while keeping the 993 for fun.

doc_porsche

Love my 993 and 997... But I buy it to drive it.... Nothing more

race911

Considering I've got the zero rust ever '73 T coupe shell with real RS flares that I basically couldn't get anything but spare change for last I pitched it, and now the '80 Weissach in decent enough shape that was thrown at me for $7500 last weekend.............I don't see where the buyers are, absent at the blue chip, collectible end of the market.

matt777

Considering maintenance, insurance and storage, cars are lousy investments even when they don't depreciate. However, its nice to know that the 993 is holding its value or even appreciating perhaps.

mhm993

Cars aren't investments, no matter what the rich guys buying Daytona's tell themselves. However, my 993 is the most bullet proof car imaginable--even my wrench can't believe how robust my 95 is considering that I bang on it mercilessly--and never breaks down. and that alone makes it a keeper!

ehanauer

If you want an investment, buy Apple stock. If you want the ultimate driving pleasure, keep your 993.

matt777

have you looked at AAPL recently? Its down 20%

RocketJohn

I think 964s are better bang for the buck. I think the 993 is a better car.

ilko

Strictly technically speaking, the 996 is the best bag for the buck Porsche currently out there.