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#5581
Well this thread really accelerated! Lets see what this ME does today on the old BaT. Higher mileage than many seen before so should be interesting.
RE the conversations yesterday; I think "collectible" can be a loaded/challenging term. The word can mean very different things to many different people. The guy/gal with the multi million $$ car collection probably views "collectible" differently then the buyer who buys one as a second or third (weekend) car or the buyer who buys one and drives it daily. Everything 911, IMHO, will be "desirable" but all may not become "collectible" depending upon the unique vehicle/production/historic characteristics, the target buyer pool, and demographics. Just my .02.
RE the conversations yesterday; I think "collectible" can be a loaded/challenging term. The word can mean very different things to many different people. The guy/gal with the multi million $$ car collection probably views "collectible" differently then the buyer who buys one as a second or third (weekend) car or the buyer who buys one and drives it daily. Everything 911, IMHO, will be "desirable" but all may not become "collectible" depending upon the unique vehicle/production/historic characteristics, the target buyer pool, and demographics. Just my .02.
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#5582
Rennlist Member
Question...
So what makes a 996.1 ME special in relation to the other 996.1 Coupes? I ask because I do not have any clue.
So what makes a 996.1 ME special in relation to the other 996.1 Coupes? I ask because I do not have any clue.
#5583
Drifting
Well, have you heard of the million mile Lexus? The 1996 LS hit a million miles without needing a pricey engine rebuild. I'd consider that thing a classic as it redefined the luxury category giving the Germans a run for their money.
#5584
Rennlist Member
I’ve owned one it was definitely built solid but it will drive a million miles but again if you want a radio or ac to work that long get a German
the small electronic gremlins drove me crazy sold it for an Audi
the small electronic gremlins drove me crazy sold it for an Audi
#5585
Racer
It also has the full natural leather/ maple burr interior. A little plaque stating it is a ME and the number out of the 911 made. And 18" Chrome Turbo Twists.
I think that's it I don't think I missed anything. Pretty much it's just a really cool color.
#5586
Rennlist Member
Thanks for the info. I am cheering for a high price!
#5587
The Violet Chromaflair paint, which in my opinion is one of the best colors ever, but is supposed to be awful/impossible if you need any paint work. The only other time Porsche offered Chromaflair paint was recently as a $99k option!!
It also has the full natural leather/ maple burr interior. A little plaque stating it is a ME and the number out of the 911 made. And 18" Chrome Turbo Twists.
I think that's it I don't think I missed anything. Pretty much it's just a really cool color.
It also has the full natural leather/ maple burr interior. A little plaque stating it is a ME and the number out of the 911 made. And 18" Chrome Turbo Twists.
I think that's it I don't think I missed anything. Pretty much it's just a really cool color.
edit: Guess I should have known. It’s actually the Carrera 4 Millennium Edition.
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#5589
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#5591
Racer
Pretty sure the LFA will be collectible at 50. It already is today. I know that's not your average Lexus, but still. I'm also sure people never thought MK IV Supras would turn into the collectables they are today. It used to be they were valuable because of the potential of the TT 2JZ, but now stock cars command huge premiums.
#5592
The Violet Chromaflair paint, which in my opinion is one of the best colors ever, but is supposed to be awful/impossible if you need any paint work. The only other time Porsche offered Chromaflair paint was recently as a $99k option!!
It also has the full natural leather/ maple burr interior. A little plaque stating it is a ME and the number out of the 911 made. And 18" Chrome Turbo Twists.
I think that's it I don't think I missed anything. Pretty much it's just a really cool color.
It also has the full natural leather/ maple burr interior. A little plaque stating it is a ME and the number out of the 911 made. And 18" Chrome Turbo Twists.
I think that's it I don't think I missed anything. Pretty much it's just a really cool color.
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#5593
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So unlike the 40AE which has improved performance thru the X51 plus additional cooling, sounds like the ME is more of a cosmetic SE. Color combinations are nice. We will find out shortly how the market values the cosmetic enhancements.
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