cullenj94

Anyone have thoughts around this one? What would be a good price? Seems harder to value when the miles start getting higher?

https://www.buycbb.com/Details-6810-...AC2A99AS783149 (WP0AC2A99AS783149)

Also, is there a 997 GT3 buying guide someone can point me towards? I couldn't find one in the search. This would be my first GT3.

GlenGT3

I love the build of this car. Perfect spec in my opinion. From the info available on Carfax, it looks like car was regularly maintained by the first owner, with service about every 5k miles. However, from the second owner, there is a 25k mile gap with no service history. Doesn't mean service wasn't performed, but with 50k miles on a GT3, I would want some evidence that the car had at least a few oil changes. Call the dealer. Maybe they have, or can get, some records from the last owner. If the car was well maintained and a PPI checks out, I would have no problem buying a car with this mileage. It's a great way to get into a .2 GT3 for under 100K.

Did you see the black GT3 @switchcars posted above? Assuming you like the color, I would pick that car over the one at Benz N Beemers. It has way less miles and being sold by a GT3 expert rather than a franchise dealer. Yes, it's over 10k more, but it's still a better value. Remember, there is nothing more expensive than a cheap Porsche.

lcrain

Nice looking 997.1 with a SW 3.9 on bring a trailer.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/20...he-911-gt3-27/

cullenj94

Thanks for the reply.

Dealer doesn't have any service history outside what we can all see unfortunately. I also found out the front passenger wheelhouse has a crack in it. Not too concerning unless previous owner cheeped out on maintaining it.

A PPI will definitely be needed. Anything else that should be done before a purchase on something like this? Over rev test? I'm assuming a reputable Porsche specialist would know everything to look at in a car like this?

KDAWG97M3

you mean riots....lets be honest here....

9872SpeedYellowCS

I kicked the bidding off, will be watching this one closely...

WP0AC29947S792919

6DJ8

Painted 997.1 GT3 with RS interior badging...

https://www.metrolinaautogroup.com/u...-gt3-c-253.htm

9872SpeedYellowCS

VIN for reference:

WP0AC29947S792127


Looks like there is some weird history with this car as seen in this other forum post:

https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...47s792127.html

"After I talked to the original builder I found out the car spun 180 and went into a wall backwards on a track day. The frame was straightened and the quarter panels were replaced with RS quarters. They installed GT2 side skirts, a replica 7.2 deck, 7.2 front bumper (replica) and a 7.2 rear bumper. A CF sunroof delete was also installed.

The PPI came out to be an absolute nightmare. I found the shop off Rennlist and the owner told me to run. He said even for $40k he wouldn't even consider the car. Multiple panel has peeling paint, runs, chips, etc. Mechanically the car needed attention as well. Things weren't put together correctly and the rear quarter panels were rolled with channel locks.

For $89k the car is a joke. It was in the high 60's low 70's when I looked at it. Even at that price I wouldn't consider it. It looks great in photos, no doubt.

CosmosMpower

I bought mine sight unseen and have never driven a GT3. Well technically I flew to anther state and I got to drive it for 10 mins before forking over the funds, no regrets.

GlenGT3

So you saw the car in person and test drove it before buying? That is the polar opposite of buying "sight unseen".

switchcars

Sad, but just glad it wasn't one of the few with factory black graphics.

Bxstr

Agree, also congrats! Glad you’re the record holder again.

AC/911's

Ha, I wanted ta say that, but moderators been harsh lately, lol...

Depends on what "news" is covering it, They peacefully Destroyed it.

bat, will most likely get all the $$ on that 3.9, I personally would not Buy there.

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Bxstr

Haha yes, I was being a bit too PC. Yeah, moderators have gotten a bit strict on here.

GM.RS

He was probably posting on RL as he was in the passenger seat