Spectre Posted 2August, 2017 Report Share Posted 2August, 2017 Re: What else can you buy for $50k that does what that car does? Good buying there Me thinks your P whipped. Easy answer to that question if you are P car agnostic (probably helps already having access to non NA 996. My recent 50k impulse buy (actually was chasing a v8 audi b7 rs4 wagon for less than 50k) went towards a 2010 bmw e90 m3 na v8 with dct with less than 100k k , and still some pennies left after also covering ceramic coated x pipe section with high flow cats and reasonators, ecu tune , dct gts tune and all parts and fluids for a 100 km service, including diff and dct service. I have not driven a E9X M3 as of yet, nor a NA 996, but I reckon a m3 sedan can go pound for pound against any stock 996 on any desktop comparison if you draw a line at 50k. It also ticks many more boxes, eg 3 rear usuable seats, shite load more boot space, launch control, adjustable suspension settings and gearshift speeds and more tech (factory usb, and potentially program your garage door with a dedicated in car switch). Even got same hp on tap available without those go faster bits mentioned than what is available in a boosted 996. Not convinced your engine note on your 50k NA 996 is going to give you the same feeling behind the wheel on downshifts with a rev matched dct , plus it does its best work like a 996 gt3 at rpm's beyond the max revs shown on the 996.1's rev gauge. Best of both worlds, eg good balance of digital and analogue. Im with you here. For around $50. The m3 or the c63 are great value. Quite a few manual e92's around Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 3August, 2017 Report Share Posted 3August, 2017 I'm sure they're great cars. They ain't a Porsche though ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hugh Posted 3August, 2017 Report Share Posted 3August, 2017 Me thinks your P whipped. Easy answer to that question if you are P car agnostic (probably helps already having access to non NA 996. My recent 50k impulse buy (actually was chasing a v8 audi b7 rs4 wagon for less than 50k) went towards a 2010 bmw e90 m3 na v8 with dct with less than 100k k , and still some pennies left after also covering ceramic coated x pipe section with high flow cats and reasonators, ecu tune , dct gts tune and all parts and fluids for a 100 km service, including diff and dct service. I have not driven a E9X M3 as of yet, nor a NA 996, but I reckon a m3 sedan can go pound for pound against any stock 996 on any desktop comparison if you draw a line at 50k. It also ticks many more boxes, eg 3 rear usuable seats, shite load more boot space, launch control, adjustable suspension settings and gearshift speeds and more tech (factory usb, and potentially program your garage door with a dedicated in car switch). Even got same hp on tap available without those go faster bits mentioned than what is available in a boosted 996. Not convinced your engine note on your 50k NA 996 is going to give you the same feeling behind the wheel on downshifts with a rev matched dct , plus it does its best work like a 996 gt3 at rpm's beyond the max revs shown on the 996.1's rev gauge. Best of both worlds, eg good balance of digital and analogue. The cheaper thing with cars that aren't a Porsche is the fact that they aren't a Porsche. If you want a Porsche you really need to buy a Porsche, non- Porsche is not a Porsche. Volvo's are cheaper than a lot of Porsche's too, there are a few Volvo fans on here that like Porsche and Volvo. I do not want a Volvo Sam I am, a non-Porsche is just something that I'm not necessarily a fan. Maybe a Van or some green eggs and ham? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 3August, 2017 Report Share Posted 3August, 2017 It's like going on a Holden forum, then buying a Ford coz it's cheaper ??? Shit, I could sell my SC import and buy a 2 or 3 cars that would run rings around an old 911, and still have enough to buy a 944 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smit2100 Posted 3August, 2017 Report Share Posted 3August, 2017 The cheaper thing with cars that aren't a Porsche is the fact that they aren't a Porsche. If you want a Porsche you really need to buy a Porsche, non- Porsche is not a Porsche. Volvo's are cheaper than a lot of Porsche's too, there are a few Volvo fans on here that like Porsche and Volvo. I do not want a Volvo Sam I am, a non-Porsche is just something that I'm not necessarily a fan. Maybe a Van or some green eggs and ham? If the question was posed what other P car can you buy for $50k that does what that car does, I'd just would of probably responded with " not seeing it any differently" . I'm not into cheap, but I'm badge agnostic but do look for perceived (no need to try before you buy,) bang for my buck when behind the wheel after a bit of tinkering to my liking. Nothing wrong with a bit of diversification as I see it and that even extends to a yellow (colour I prefer my eggs) Volvo 850R. So back on 996 C2 Coupe values, where are they today in terms of a multiplier compared to 996 c4s, 996 Coupe , 996 turbo in the last couple of years and where is the bang for 996 P car buck. eg I can remember not that long ago 996tt / 996gt3 >1 for similarly conditioned cars. Times have indeed changed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
99TS3 Posted 3August, 2017 Report Share Posted 3August, 2017 At 50k for a 996 I would start considering spending the extra for a 997. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan_189 Posted 4August, 2017 Report Share Posted 4August, 2017 At 50k for a 996 I would start considering spending the extra for a 997. The gap is still 30k if we are talking manual coupe 997.$79k is the cheapest on carsales at the moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod C Posted 4August, 2017 Report Share Posted 4August, 2017 I remember seeing a sub 60k 997 advertised 18 months ago and a handful around mid 60k as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hugh Posted 4August, 2017 Report Share Posted 4August, 2017 The gap is still 30k if we are talking manual coupe 997.30k! You can get a brand new Great Wall Steed ute (no badge) with a small amount of change to spare! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike737 Posted 4August, 2017 Report Share Posted 4August, 2017 30k! You can get a brand new Great Wall Steed ute (no badge) with a small amount of change to spare! Or grab a 944 , 928 or a whole bunch of other fun cars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hugh Posted 4August, 2017 Report Share Posted 4August, 2017 Or grab a 944 , 928 or a whole bunch of other fun cars. Apologies. Obviously the sarcasm didn't translate in my post................. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike737 Posted 4August, 2017 Report Share Posted 4August, 2017 Apologies. Obviously the sarcasm didn't translate in my post.................Got the sarcasm, just pointing out the great opportunities for another p-car in the stable at the same time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DT Posted 7August, 2017 Report Share Posted 7August, 2017 This looks nice, guessing if it checks out it won't last long:https://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Porsche-911-Carrera-1998/SSE-AD-4801011/?Cr=2Reduced 5k, seemed like a good buy before... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D2000 Posted 21August, 2017 Report Share Posted 21August, 2017 $42k 996.1 C2 with 192k km, lowered with exhaust and aftermarket headlights: https://www.carsales.com.au/dealer/details/Porsche-911-Carrera-1998/OAG-AD-15050507/?Cr=7Good photography Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James P Posted 21August, 2017 Report Share Posted 21August, 2017 $42k 996.1 C2 with 192k km, lowered with exhaust and aftermarket headlights: https://www.carsales.com.au/dealer/details/Porsche-911-Carrera-1998/OAG-AD-15050507/?Cr=7Good photographySame car for $38k on gumtree https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/wannanup/cars-vans-utes/1998-porsche-911-coupe/1156720466 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DT Posted 22August, 2017 Report Share Posted 22August, 2017 Same car for $38k on gumtree https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/wannanup/cars-vans-utes/1998-porsche-911-coupe/1156720466Not any more:https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/myaree/cars-vans-utes/1998-porsche-911-carrera-996-black-6-speed-manual-coupe/1157479276Nice looking 996, headlights aren't my cuppa but like the colour/stance/wheel combination. Blimey, I'm sure this was 55k only a couple of weeks ago.https://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Porsche-911-Carrera-1998/SSE-AD-4801011/?Cr=2Or spend another 120k and get a GT3. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DT Posted 30August, 2017 Report Share Posted 30August, 2017 Looks like a decent 98 C2 lurking under there somewhere...potential bargain...if you like yellow:https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/north-parramatta/cars-vans-utes/1998-porsche-911-carrera-6-speed-manual-coupe/1157053502 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan_189 Posted 30August, 2017 Report Share Posted 30August, 2017 Looks like a decent 98 C2 lurking under there somewhere...potential bargain...if you like yellow:https://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/north-parramatta/cars-vans-utes/1998-porsche-911-carrera-6-speed-manual-coupe/1157053502Saw that for sale a few months ago, few things to note:- Not sure why there are screws on the outside of the side skirts?- Taco wing isn't an original one as it doesn't have the factory part stamp on the underside (unless its obscured by the light - which I doubt)- Air box isn't original - Does have an IMS retrofit serial number sticker which is good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
symsy Posted 30August, 2017 Report Share Posted 30August, 2017 Have you seen the post on Rod Emorys Fbook page .. re his buddys cover up of the fried eggs headlamps.. … shit the price will go up now .. 996 looking like 997's !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DT Posted 31August, 2017 Report Share Posted 31August, 2017 Have you seen the post on Rod Emorys Fbook page .. re his buddys cover up of the fried eggs headlamps.. … shit the price will go up now .. 996 looking like 997's !!Haven't seen this attempt, but I'm guessing like every other attempt it will make me a little sick in my mouth.Embrace the eggs, it's the only true path to enlightenment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
symsy Posted 31August, 2017 Report Share Posted 31August, 2017 Emorys suggests new eggs .. either way the price goes up.. the outlaw of eggs is now speaking .. Money in the banks for you @DT as an owner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aircon Posted 31August, 2017 Report Share Posted 31August, 2017 Have you seen the post on Rod Emorys Fbook page .. re his buddys cover up of the fried eggs headlamps.. … shit the price will go up now .. 996 looking like 997's !!Got a link? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D2000 Posted 31August, 2017 Report Share Posted 31August, 2017 Just makes the lights look too long and somewhat odd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dan_189 Posted 31August, 2017 Report Share Posted 31August, 2017 Ugh, dislike Want your 911 to look like a 997 buy one or wait until you can afford one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DT Posted 31August, 2017 Report Share Posted 31August, 2017 Yep, little bit of sick just came up.To me this stuff fits into the back/front date thing. One day the round earthers will be horrified at stuff like this and instead of saying 'To me the headlights veered a little too far away from the traditional Porsche look with oval headlight shape', they'll be saying, 'I'm bored of the traditional Porsche look, I want a Porsche that's gonna put some sizzle in my fry pan' and trying to convert their ovals into eggs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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