996 C4 v 993 TT
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Depends on a number of things - doesn't it always!
(1) The exact spec of the 993, particularly factory performance upgrades to either 430 or 450 bhp.
(2) The overall condition of the 993, and it's colour - those yellow cars are becoming notoriously difficult to shift (including a very rare 993 Turbo S which wandered unsold around various dealerships for a year!).
(3) Taking the above into account, is the money right.
If you are happy with all of the above, then go with the 993; the last of the air cooled 911 turbos, and as such, desireable for years to come!
John
(1) The exact spec of the 993, particularly factory performance upgrades to either 430 or 450 bhp.
(2) The overall condition of the 993, and it's colour - those yellow cars are becoming notoriously difficult to shift (including a very rare 993 Turbo S which wandered unsold around various dealerships for a year!).
(3) Taking the above into account, is the money right.
If you are happy with all of the above, then go with the 993; the last of the air cooled 911 turbos, and as such, desireable for years to come!
John
Grant
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Wise words from John, I would also throw the 996TT into the pot, there are now some 2000 cars, which start in the £50k's. Your car must be worth 45-48k-ish trade, so it's not much more for the newer model ! Having said that if you can live with the 993's interior the Turbo is one mean beastie & should (in the right condition...& colour!!!) hold it's value better than a 996.
Interesting choices, keep us posted.
Interesting choices, keep us posted.
911_turbo
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I think Grant has a point. If you are used to driving a 996, switching to a 993 might be a bit of a culture shock from the creature comforts & interior style point of view. If however, you like the 993 interior, I feel that it will depeciate less and give you a purer driving experience. The only question is that the 993 that you are looking at is speed yellow. People either love it or hate it so a limited audience from a resale perspective. Therefore, make sure you factor this into the price you offer for it and then you can't go wrong.
Guest
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Thanks guys.
When I mentioned that it was Speed Yellow to a petrolhead friend his reaction was "No,no,no!"
It is difficult.
Yes, the 993 is better looking
Yes, I actually feel that the interior is more special.
But - my 996 is as usable as a Golf as an everyday proposition - and perhaps hard to go back in time.
Can you really get a 996TT in the £50ks? Where and how?
Spizz
When I mentioned that it was Speed Yellow to a petrolhead friend his reaction was "No,no,no!"
It is difficult.
Yes, the 993 is better looking
Yes, I actually feel that the interior is more special.
But - my 996 is as usable as a Golf as an everyday proposition - and perhaps hard to go back in time.
Can you really get a 996TT in the £50ks? Where and how?
Spizz
Lovetts (Porsche Centre Swindon) have had a 996TT on their forecourt for a while. I'm sure they would do a very good deal - if you don't mind Forest Green/Savanna.
Otherwise, you would be looking at a c.2000X or Y 996, with c.24,000+ mls, for sale privately. Such cars may be advertised for more, but hard bargaining will find you a car for c.£55k.
Otherwise, you would be looking at a c.2000X or Y 996, with c.24,000+ mls, for sale privately. Such cars may be advertised for more, but hard bargaining will find you a car for c.£55k.
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