Cheap 997 GTS in the classifieds?
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Car Mad Dave said:
Fair to say I'm biased, but I agree the 997 GTS is a real sweet spot and the 4GTS is quite a different drive from the 4S (I drove them for a day each before deciding on the 4GTS). Mine is still a joy to drive after almost 4 years and 50k plus miles. Just one set of tyres and still (just about) on the original discs and pads so running costs are pretty good. He's a gratuitous pic. of a recent trip to the hills south of Munich.
Lovely car Dave....what is the colour there Seal?, Meteor?I'd put a pic of mine up but sadly the scenery doesn't begin to compare!!! Mine is in the garage on a trickle charger just after I had bought it and needed a good detail..was swirl mark central.
Plus I dont know how to attach pictures on PH...DOH!!!!
I could bore you all with endless pics of mine. Most have been in GTPorsche mag though, as I supply them with a running report every month for their "fleet".
But here are a couple:
My car is on 55k now. Had quite a bit of work done under warranty since I got it at the end of last year, so glad I went with an OPC supplied car with its 2 year warranty.
But here are a couple:
My car is on 55k now. Had quite a bit of work done under warranty since I got it at the end of last year, so glad I went with an OPC supplied car with its 2 year warranty.
Edited by jackwood on Monday 24th August 17:47
The GTS in advert was mine over last winter. I bought it from OPC in Oc/Nov, put winter tyres on it and ran it until April.
Dealer took it back from me and must have traded it on or gone through another owner. Price now is similar to last year, although I can't remember exactly.
No issues with the car when I had it, and it was fully prepped, 3 year service, warranty etc when I bought it. I removed the GTS side stripes, and it was well looked after.
ETA it was advertised at just over £56.5k this time last year, and I fitted tyres. Likely it's back on its summer ones now as they were kept in stock for me
Dealer took it back from me and must have traded it on or gone through another owner. Price now is similar to last year, although I can't remember exactly.
No issues with the car when I had it, and it was fully prepped, 3 year service, warranty etc when I bought it. I removed the GTS side stripes, and it was well looked after.
ETA it was advertised at just over £56.5k this time last year, and I fitted tyres. Likely it's back on its summer ones now as they were kept in stock for me
Edited by footsoldier on Monday 24th August 18:09
I picked mine up in April for under 50K, with 2 previous owners and 45K on the clock. Got it from a private seller. It needed a little TLC hence the price. I love the GTS, and I also love that it is a rare car on the streets. Makes driving it feel 'special'. GT silver, and all the right extras, as if I had specced it myself.
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jackwood said:
I could bore you all with endless pics of mine. Most have been in GTPorsche mag though, as I supply them with a running report every month for their "fleet".
But here are a couple:
My car is on 55k now. Had quite a bit of work done under warranty since I got it at the end of last year, so glad I went with an OPC supplied car with its 2 year warranty.
Is it the photo's or have you got some extreme geo going on with the rear wheels??But here are a couple:
My car is on 55k now. Had quite a bit of work done under warranty since I got it at the end of last year, so glad I went with an OPC supplied car with its 2 year warranty.
Edited by jackwood on Monday 24th August 17:47
Gulp. Thinking I overpaid at £60k a few months ago as all you guys seemed to be buying in mid50's. Though tbh the mileage and spec on my one was very attractive to me at the time and I haven't seen another since that would tempt me to open my wallet.
I think the OP's advert is a great car with a good spec, but for me it is missing some of the things that make a GTS that little more special. Sports seats, alcantara, sport design steering wheel to name a few. Also as its 4wd so it really could be a carrera S with a power kit with that spec. 2wd in wide body makes it that bit different.
I know someone has already mentioned this, but these cars do tend to be mileage sensitive with regards to price (he says trying hard to justify his buying price and lack of bartering skills!).
I think the OP's advert is a great car with a good spec, but for me it is missing some of the things that make a GTS that little more special. Sports seats, alcantara, sport design steering wheel to name a few. Also as its 4wd so it really could be a carrera S with a power kit with that spec. 2wd in wide body makes it that bit different.
I know someone has already mentioned this, but these cars do tend to be mileage sensitive with regards to price (he says trying hard to justify his buying price and lack of bartering skills!).
Shiverman said:
Gulp. Thinking I overpaid at £60k a few months ago as all you guys seemed to be buying in mid50's. Though tbh the mileage and spec on my one was very attractive to me at the time and I haven't seen another since that would tempt me to open my wallet.
I think the OP's advert is a great car with a good spec, but for me it is missing some of the things that make a GTS that little more special. Sports seats, alcantara, sport design steering wheel to name a few. Also as its 4wd so it really could be a carrera S with a power kit with that spec. 2wd in wide body makes it that bit different.
I know someone has already mentioned this, but these cars do tend to be mileage sensitive with regards to price (he says trying hard to justify his buying price and lack of bartering skills!).
I don't think you'll find many people buying low miles GTSs from OPCs for mid 50s right now. Most of the guys above bought a while ago, privately or higher miles in order to get the lower prices. OPCs don't need to sell the best cars cheaply.I think the OP's advert is a great car with a good spec, but for me it is missing some of the things that make a GTS that little more special. Sports seats, alcantara, sport design steering wheel to name a few. Also as its 4wd so it really could be a carrera S with a power kit with that spec. 2wd in wide body makes it that bit different.
I know someone has already mentioned this, but these cars do tend to be mileage sensitive with regards to price (he says trying hard to justify his buying price and lack of bartering skills!).
As you say, miles do depress value. Though I suspect there is a floor below which prices won't drop if it's being retailed by an OPC.
Thanks Shiverman
I don't think you overpaid . I have watched prices religiously since I bought in Dec 13 and they actually went up a little and seem to be reasonably steady. Mine was from an OPC with warranty . List price for the spec was 97k so it took a fair hit on depreciation and further to go no doubt.
Bloke I know just bought a new GTS at £110k - he says to me 'Do you think it will hold its price like yours seems to be doing'? Err yes I say maybe when it has lost half of its value :
I don't think you overpaid . I have watched prices religiously since I bought in Dec 13 and they actually went up a little and seem to be reasonably steady. Mine was from an OPC with warranty . List price for the spec was 97k so it took a fair hit on depreciation and further to go no doubt.
Bloke I know just bought a new GTS at £110k - he says to me 'Do you think it will hold its price like yours seems to be doing'? Err yes I say maybe when it has lost half of its value :
There was a time after I bought mine when 59 was about as low as they went in price and up to about £62 from OPC or specialist. Admittedly all lower mileage.
I have now noticed quite a few priced in the mid50's, so wasn't sure if prices were softening or if it was mileage etc.
Noticed 911V still have no troubles selling all theirs at top prices and normally before pictures even get put up!
A gratuitous picture of mine. 4,800 miles when I picked her up and carbon fibre bucket seats (which the missus now tells me she hates!!)
I have now noticed quite a few priced in the mid50's, so wasn't sure if prices were softening or if it was mileage etc.
Noticed 911V still have no troubles selling all theirs at top prices and normally before pictures even get put up!
A gratuitous picture of mine. 4,800 miles when I picked her up and carbon fibre bucket seats (which the missus now tells me she hates!!)
Shiverman said:
There was a time after I bought mine when 59 was about as low as they went in price and up to about £62 from OPC or specialist. Admittedly all lower mileage.
I have now noticed quite a few priced in the mid50's, so wasn't sure if prices were softening or if it was mileage etc.
Noticed 911V still have no troubles selling all theirs at top prices and normally before pictures even get put up!
A gratuitous picture of mine. 4,800 miles when I picked her up and carbon fibre bucket seats (which the missus now tells me she hates!!)
Very nice ! Just leave the missus at home ....I have now noticed quite a few priced in the mid50's, so wasn't sure if prices were softening or if it was mileage etc.
Noticed 911V still have no troubles selling all theirs at top prices and normally before pictures even get put up!
A gratuitous picture of mine. 4,800 miles when I picked her up and carbon fibre bucket seats (which the missus now tells me she hates!!)
mdianuk said:
Starting to wonder if a 991 GTS at ~£95k is a good move now, or whether I should be considering a 997? What would the opinion of you guys be, having followed the pricing trend of the 997 GTS, do they drop a ton of money early on then settle? I'd be considering a 'manual' 991.
What are you looking for?Financially best deal? Car for the weekend? Daily driver? The two cars are very different propositions imho.
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