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Old 01-17-2013, 12:28 PM
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Originally Posted by eddie_993
That looks like a lot of work and effort that they put into these high quality cars! Having said that, I believe I have read that these cars start in the high $100k mark...anyone know?
Not quite.

In the video they say that the price ranges from low 300s up to half a milli.
Old 01-17-2013, 12:28 PM
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Originally Posted by eddie_993
That looks like a lot of work and effort that they put into these high quality cars! Having said that, I believe I have read that these cars start in the high $100k mark...anyone know?
High 300k to half million according to video.
Old 01-17-2013, 01:14 PM
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Wow! What a car. I think Chris likes it.

The electrical harness costs $30k.
Old 01-17-2013, 01:20 PM
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Its a damn cool car.

But for $300 to $500k you could have a few spectacular cars. You have to wonder how long they will be building these cars as its such a niche market at that price point and I'd like to think a small pool of Porsche enthusiasts to target.
Old 01-17-2013, 03:14 PM
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Originally Posted by CamsPorsche
Its a damn cool car.

But for $300 to $500k you could have a few spectacular cars. You have to wonder how long they will be building these cars as its such a niche market at that price point and I'd like to think a small pool of Porsche enthusiasts to target.
I think Rob understands that and is why he explained the idea of providing components for a more "grassroots" version.

Though the car fills the bill as the "911 you'd own if you could only have one," owners of these cars have fleets of cars.

Love Chris's quote while test driving "It's not as if I'm not enjoying myself."
Old 01-17-2013, 03:36 PM
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I really enjoyed the sound track! Great video.
Old 01-17-2013, 04:05 PM
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I love the Singer look and concept. But for Half a mil, I'll send my car to 9M for a complete makover, get a GT3, and an Aston Martin.
Old 01-17-2013, 04:35 PM
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What a great story and video. Absolutely gorgeous car. I have a friend with a real '73 2.7RS, IIRC it was around $250k, and I expect it's gone up since then, but I think if I was going to spend this kind of money, that is what I'd probably buy. Course, I've driven neither so who am I to say. The motor in that video sounds just fantastic, wow. Thanks for posting.
Old 01-17-2013, 08:01 PM
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If I could have one feature on those Singer cars... I'd have a hard time not picking that front bumper/splitter.

I love how it evokes the 993 turbo styled bumper. It looks so dang good on those long hood cars!!
Old 01-17-2013, 08:08 PM
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Originally Posted by Vandit
Not quite.

In the video they say that the price ranges from low 300s up to half a milli.
Sorry I didn't have a chance to watch it, I'm at work but I bookmarked the video for later viewing

I quickly googled cost of a singer and 190k to 300k came up. I think 300k to 500k is ridiculous if it was my money. For that kind of dough you can get many, many unique cars which are just as much fun.

To each his own, I can't afford them anyways so I don't count haha
Old 01-17-2013, 08:58 PM
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Originally Posted by 993C4RS
Look closely... there's a badass 993 lurking in the shadows..
I noticed it, and realized it was yours when I saw the wheels.

Awesome video. Thanks for sharing.

For that kind of dough I'd sorta expect the suspension tuned perfectly to my preference, kinda surprised at the aspect of the build (if I interpreted Chris' comments correctly.) But who's complaining. Not me. Just ridiculously cool concept and execution.
Old 01-17-2013, 10:31 PM
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"MilSpec" wiring harness for $30k...

How much is Singer's hourly rate?
Old 01-17-2013, 10:37 PM
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Great video and work by Harris. Rob knows his market and how many they can build right now. This is for the guy who has multiple toys and patience to spec what he wants...almost like specing a yacht. I love what he says about Harvey and the wheels...of course, I am biased ...

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Old 01-18-2013, 12:14 AM
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Originally Posted by Twin Screw
Great video and work by Harris. Rob knows his market and how many they can build right now. This is for the guy who has multiple toys and patience to spec what he wants...almost like specing a yacht. I love what he says about Harvey and the wheels...of course, I am biased ...
Wait a second are those wheels pictured on a 993?
Old 01-18-2013, 03:19 AM
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Originally Posted by 993C4RS
Look closely... there's a badass 993 lurking in the shadows..
Yo Chad! What's going on.


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