Does a 993 depreciate as fast as a Boxster?
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Alan Woods
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No.
While Peter Morgan does suggest softening of 993 prices but last of the aircooled/hewn from granite reputation if properly maintained will remain static as they have the last 6 or so years.
Targa is a cab with roof essentially so a lot heavier than coupe so I wouldn't consider it personally but there are a few nice looking ones for sale at the minute.
Alan
While Peter Morgan does suggest softening of 993 prices but last of the aircooled/hewn from granite reputation if properly maintained will remain static as they have the last 6 or so years.
Targa is a cab with roof essentially so a lot heavier than coupe so I wouldn't consider it personally but there are a few nice looking ones for sale at the minute.
Alan
verysideways
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993s don't depreciate if you buy right in the first place and keep the car in good condition (which isn't hard).
Admittedly some are easier or more difficult to sell, and sometimes people will drop the price to sell faster, but that's only really tiptronics and/or more unusual colours.
A manual Targa in a sensible colour combination and with good provenance will always be a good seller provided it's in excellent condition and you're realistic with pricing.
Compared to your Boxster i'd say £5k in 5 years would be more like it, probably even less!
Besides, you'll have so much fun with the engine urgency and exhaust note you'll never want to sell it anyway.
Admittedly some are easier or more difficult to sell, and sometimes people will drop the price to sell faster, but that's only really tiptronics and/or more unusual colours.
A manual Targa in a sensible colour combination and with good provenance will always be a good seller provided it's in excellent condition and you're realistic with pricing.
Compared to your Boxster i'd say £5k in 5 years would be more like it, probably even less!
Besides, you'll have so much fun with the engine urgency and exhaust note you'll never want to sell it anyway.
dereksharpuk
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Answer ... no.
But a 993 will be more expensive to run. Stay clear of the Targa... the roof is very expensive to replace, even if your OPc could get one.
But a 993 will be more expensive to run. Stay clear of the Targa... the roof is very expensive to replace, even if your OPc could get one.
verysideways
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Why would you need to replace the roof? I know occasionally the roof mechanism needs adjustment but it's hardly a frequent occurrence.
And i'd debate the running costs of the 993 being more. I have always used a well respected independent (who gets his deliveries from OPC Reading twice a day and only uses genuine parts) and servicing on my 993s has always been ridiculously cheap.
The only major expenses i've had in all the miles i've done is a C4S clutch at £800 and some rust around the windscreen on my second C2 which cost a little over £1000 to rectify (including cutting out metal work, welding in new pieces, a new windscreen and some paintwork).
Other than that it was 12k services at around £250 and 24k services at around £400.
Oh yeah, and LOTS of tyres [
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dereksharpuk
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ORIGINAL: verysideways
Why would you need to replace the roof? I know occasionally the roof mechanism needs adjustment but it's hardly a frequent occurrence.
And i'd debate the running costs of the 993 being more. I have always used a well respected independent (who gets his deliveries from OPC Reading twice a day and only uses genuine parts) and servicing on my 993s has always been ridiculously cheap.
The only major expenses i've had in all the miles i've done is a C4S clutch at £800 and some rust around the windscreen on my second C2 which cost a little over £1000 to rectify (including cutting out metal work, welding in new pieces, a new windscreen and some paintwork).
Other than that it was 12k services at around £250 and 24k services at around £400.
Oh yeah, and LOTS of tyres [
My friend has a 993 targa. A prat dropped a brick on his roof and it was 18 months before he was able to get a replacement. All that time he drove around with a roof covered with bodge tape. Moreover, fitting the roof is not easy. Don't ask how much the bill was ... lots.
verysideways
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Unfortunate, but hardly a common occurrence - and i would assume covered by insurance...
For the record i wouldn't buy a 993 Targa because i'd rather have a coupé with a sunroof or a full cab, but if a Targa floats your boat then i wouldn't advise you against one, they're still a lovely car to drive and own.
For the record i wouldn't buy a 993 Targa because i'd rather have a coupé with a sunroof or a full cab, but if a Targa floats your boat then i wouldn't advise you against one, they're still a lovely car to drive and own.
craig2105
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Targa's are brilliant. A great compromise between the security of a tin top and the open top experience and you can hear that engine better!). It's light and airy inside and I had no trouble with my roof the whole time I owned my car. I'd definitely have another. Some say the handling is compromised over the stiffer tin tops, but unless you're on track all the time you probably won't ever get the chance to find out as it's still brilliantly quick and fun to punt about. Ask the guy who bought mine! (You out there Steve?!)
Buy one!
Buy one!
verysideways
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They made way more coupés than targas so it must just be a weird anomaly that not many are for sale - those that have them clearly don't want to sell them []
As for the dealers mentioned, i suspect a search will yield results.
I've only dealt with Henry @ 911 virgin and generally speaking the difference between the two prices reflects the work he expects each car will need. I know people who have bought from him though and none of them have been unhappy with the cars or the service.
]As for the dealers mentioned, i suspect a search will yield results.
I've only dealt with Henry @ 911 virgin and generally speaking the difference between the two prices reflects the work he expects each car will need. I know people who have bought from him though and none of them have been unhappy with the cars or the service.
911V were very helpful when I was buying - although in the end I did not actually buy one of their cars. People who have bought from them speak highly. As for the other company, have a search on Pistonheads - there is an ammusing thread.
38F3E1
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I have purchased a car from 911 Virgin five odd years ago and no complaints at all. They still have a good reputation. As for the other company as has been suggested do a search and form your own opinion.
Unfortunately really nice 993s are getting increasingly difficult to find. As you are looking for a C2 or C4 you'll find the C4 easier to find. Basic C2 cars just seem to be difficult to find over all other models for some reason. Having owned a 993 Targa in the past I can say they are a great car as well so might be worth you going and looking at one. Currently have a C2 which is also fab.
Ian.
Unfortunately really nice 993s are getting increasingly difficult to find. As you are looking for a C2 or C4 you'll find the C4 easier to find. Basic C2 cars just seem to be difficult to find over all other models for some reason. Having owned a 993 Targa in the past I can say they are a great car as well so might be worth you going and looking at one. Currently have a C2 which is also fab.
Ian.
Porker993
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That is true, but I have no idea why.
I had no end of trouble finding a basic, low mileage, narrow, C2, manual, coupe. When I was looking, everything appeared to be tip, targa, C4, cab or S. Nothing wrong with any of the above, of course, but that wasn't what I was looking for.
I had no end of trouble finding a basic, low mileage, narrow, C2, manual, coupe. When I was looking, everything appeared to be tip, targa, C4, cab or S. Nothing wrong with any of the above, of course, but that wasn't what I was looking for.
Towards the back end of 09 I purchased a 993 Carerra 2 from 911 Virgin.
I am not local to the London area but I took the time to check out Hendon Way motors as well as one or two other dealers in the South East such as Northway and Cridfords.
I would recommend 911 Virgin as people who enjoy what they do and seem to do it well.
I would not visit Hendon Way again.
Northway and Cridfords both had cars worth considering but in my case things never got together.
I too was keen on a C2 Manual and looked at one or two Targas. I would not rule them out if you find one that is the condition and spec that you can afford - likewise a Tiptronic, which I purchased.
Enjoy the search and be prepared to accept a compromise if you do not want it to go on for ages!
Good luck
Robert
I am not local to the London area but I took the time to check out Hendon Way motors as well as one or two other dealers in the South East such as Northway and Cridfords.
I would recommend 911 Virgin as people who enjoy what they do and seem to do it well.
I would not visit Hendon Way again.
Northway and Cridfords both had cars worth considering but in my case things never got together.
I too was keen on a C2 Manual and looked at one or two Targas. I would not rule them out if you find one that is the condition and spec that you can afford - likewise a Tiptronic, which I purchased.
Enjoy the search and be prepared to accept a compromise if you do not want it to go on for ages!
Good luck
Robert
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