goofballdeluxe

Year: 2003
Make: Porsche
Model: 911
Mileage (numbers only please): 3837
Color: Carrara White
VIN: WP0AB29903S687114
Price (no $ sign please): $74900
Private or Dealer Listing: Dealer Listing
Location (Region): Midwestern
Body Style: Coupe
Transmission Type: Manual - 6 speed
2 or 4 Wheel Drive?: 2 Wheel Drive
Engine Type: Fuel Injection
Stereo System: AM Radio

I notice all the ones who would choose a 996TT over a 997TT, already own a 996

Bias is OK; I'd probably hafta feel the same way if I owed a 996 too

breakfast

Do you have anything to add in here?

realize some people cross shopped both and still chose the 996. I think its a cleaner looking car.

leftlane

And most of us could go buy a 997 if that is what we preferred. Are you familiar with the concept of using your money to buy objects that you like, rather than what is simply newer or what might impress an anonymous keyboard studmuffin like yourself?

leftlane

If that is your 993 in the avatar - why in the world wouldn't you buy the 997 instead? Better in every technical sense, isn't it? And probably cheaper even then the lunacy around 993s.

goofballdeluxe

Maybe true, maybe not.

I've nothing against the 996TT, and I said it's the performance bargain of the Porsche brand.

Some who can afford a 996TT cannot afford the 997TT or 993. That's why it's the performance bargain.

Given the history and lineage of the 996, I understand why 996 owners are so touchy. I apologize if I hurt any feelings

neanicu

Those are statements a troll would make. Are you one?

eSon

I'm so glad I bought a 996 solely for other people's approval.

goofballdeluxe

As not to offend, I'll just stick to facts:

The fact is, for many, much of the appeal of the 996 series is the entry level pricing. As a whole, the 996 is cheaper to buy than the 993 before it, and the 997 after it. That's just a fact.

One can buy a nice 996TT and get supercar performance. That same money would not get you into a 997TT or even a nice base 993, forget a 993TT. Also just a fact.

This particular 996TT is interesting as it is an anomaly, as it's price is such that one could buy a nice 997TT for the same money. And the exceptional value of this car is, the condition and low miles, both of which will be compromised when driven. Also just a fact. So it's value as it stands is as a collector car.

Facts are facts, and the proof is in the pudding. Who will step up and buy this lovely 996TT at this price point? The market has already spoken on used 993, 996 and 997 prices, and the market will decide this car as well.

Is the market ready for a pristine 996TT priced the same as a nice 997TT? That's the interesting question this thread poses.

As of today, this interesting 996TT is still for sale.

Have a good weekend everyone

eSon

Took me all of 15 seconds of scrolling and 6 posts to disprove your theory regarding base 993's being unattainable for clean 996TT money.

Still on the market if you'd like to scoop it up for a profit if you're under the impression it's worth more.

https://rennlist.com/forums/vehicle-...nal-paint.html

goofballdeluxe

$58K may be able to get what you call a "clean" 996TT. But it won't get you a clean 993. A high mileage 993 that needs work, perhaps. There's a reason that 993 has been on the market for months with no sale. I'm taking about a 996TT vs. 993 with similar mileage and condition.

BTW, a ratty high mile 996TT isn't $58K either. Here's a similar mileage 996TT to the 993 you pointed out, and it's $38K. See? We can all cherry pick exceptions:

https://rennlist.com/forums/vehicle-...996-turbo.html

But again, I'm not here to defend the 993 or 997, or to bash the 996. As I said, I think the interesting question this car for sale poses is, is the market ready for a pristine 996TT priced the same as a nice 997TT?

That's the interesting question this thread poses.

Steven954

My first Porsche was a 2001 996TT, had for 3 years, great car. Upgraded to a 2007 997TT, much better car in every aspect.

As far as bang for you buck, I agree the 996TT is a better buy.

osu s2k

I likemy 996tt, i like my 997 gt2 more. I think the 996tt will eventually hold a strong place in porsche history as the first water cooled w a gt1 derived engine. Nobody complained about the gt1 lights.....if you look at asking price relative to msrp. This is a bargain. The only issue with collectability of 996tt is the high production numbers when compared to the 993tt. Glws. Will be nice in a collection.

Backmarker

That's because you don't have a 996 GT2 or GT3

goofballdeluxe

Yes, you are right about the 996 GT2 and 996 GT3. Those are collectible. I stand corrected

richk

The bottom line for me is that the 997TT is a much better looking car than the 996TT. I owned both coupe and cab versions of each car. I think all the turbo cars from 2001 - 2008 or 9 represent very good performance value. I would try to go under budget and leave money for upgrades.