The 997 GT3/RS Cars For Sale Thread...
04-26-2021 | 01:19 PM
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Regarding wheel finish, I’ve seen wheel cleaner cause issues like that.
Also keep in mind that I think those wheels were powder coated matte/satin black. They didn’t come gloss black like other factory RS’ did and then dull.
Also keep in mind that I think those wheels were powder coated matte/satin black. They didn’t come gloss black like other factory RS’ did and then dull.
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04-26-2021 | 01:57 PM
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Wheels and brakes can be replaced but I think a lot of use want a clean no paintwork/ accident car if we’re spending a lot of money. Also if I recall this car has dme up to range 5( correct me if I’m wrong) this car was sitting for a while at 128k and no one bit this past year. Get a PPI. If kdawg didn’t buy you know something is wrong.
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04-26-2021 | 02:09 PM
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Cars with bad (yet easily fixable) cosmetics but otherwise good mechanics and records could actually be great buys. There are owners who don't care much about cosmetics but still meticulously maintain their cars. Sometimes a seller doesn't have the time or doesn't want to bother fixing the low hanging cosmetic fruit such as wheels and paint finish. This could result in a price hit of $30k (as perfection-seekers get spooked away) for "issues" that would have costed $3k to fix. This would allow a "non-perfectionist" buyer to get a great deal on a car that he could then make perfect for just few $k more.
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04-26-2021 | 03:10 PM
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Cars with bad (yet easily fixable) cosmetics but otherwise good mechanics and records could actually be great buys. There are owners who don't care much about cosmetics but still meticulously maintain their cars. Sometimes a seller doesn't have the time or doesn't want to bother fixing the low hanging cosmetic fruit such as wheels and paint finish. This could result in a price hit of $30k (as perfection-seekers get spooked away) for "issues" that would have costed $3k to fix. This would allow a "non-perfectionist" buyer to get a great deal on a car that he could then make perfect for just few $k more.
04-26-2021 | 03:25 PM
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I've sold cars like that. I had an couple AMG's, an E46 M3, an M5, and a 996 (under cover) that I was forced to park outside because I ran out of space. They suffered cosmetically from the merciless California sun and there was no way to stop it completely. And they were sold with a discount .even though they were perfectly maintained. I'm not the rule though. For me, if I saw that kind of issue, I'd want to lay eyes on it before buying.
Ha, I have an 2001 E38 7401on the RV spot doing that right now. Such a great car. So needy though.
04-26-2021 | 04:48 PM
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I saw this car briefly as I drove by the dealership one day. Personally, the car looks good for my taste. I didn’t see any issues that would have concerned me. Now, I buy cars to drive and not to put away and conserve for the next buyer. I think the car is decently priced and I would look into it if I was in the market.
The one @ Cross in Louisville Ky. Beyond excited to get my all time dream car.
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04-26-2021 | 06:20 PM
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Crazy, you did it? Congrats. I spoke with the owner and he was super cool. Selling to fund business real estate or something like that. Seems like a good guy. The car will need some love but I'm sure you're going to have a great time with it. I was also looking at it but it wasn't speaking to me like a pumpkin does. Where is me Pumpkin?
Also like to say, nothing better than the cheaper sales to keep the prices in this galaxy. It's stupid what prices are doing right now.
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04-26-2021 | 07:02 PM
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Crazy, you did it? Congrats. I spoke with the owner and he was super cool. Selling to fund business real estate or something like that. Seems like a good guy. The car will need some love but I'm sure you're going to have a great time with it. I was also looking at it but it wasn't speaking to me like a pumpkin does. Where is me Pumpkin?
Also like to say, nothing better than the cheaper sales to keep the prices in this galaxy. It's stupid what prices are doing right now.
Also like to say, nothing better than the cheaper sales to keep the prices in this galaxy. It's stupid what prices are doing right now.
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04-26-2021 | 07:07 PM
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04-26-2021 | 07:13 PM
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Can't wait to see the car and read your stories. Congratulations.
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04-26-2021 | 07:34 PM
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I’m glad that you will be using the car the way is supposed to be used. Congrats and enjoy with much health.
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