Why are 996's so cheap ?

[Patrick Rennison]

Given that a decent late 3.2 Carrera is at least £14k, and a decent 993 is £25K or over, why can I find plenty of RHD 996's from about £25K up ? I've had a couple of good 3.2's, and to be honest I don't think a 993 is worth the extra money (almost the same interior, similar performance etc). I know a 996 is a different thing, but surely they should command more than 993's ? Am I missing something ? Please advise, my wife is now convinced that a 996 is the way to go, but I'm nervous about possible costs.

[patrick rennison]

Nice !

[Patrick Rennison]

I can deal with the fact that a 993 is more "pure" (having owned 2 3.2's)- I suppose I need to adjust my question really. I think what I'd really like to know is this : If I buy a '98 996 for about £25K, is it likely to go "bang" in a big way, and if I sell it in a year or two is it going to be worth £10K less at that time ? Difficult questions I know, but this is surely the place to ask....If the answer is that a 996 is a bad move whatever, then I will be looking for a late 3.2 instead I think.

[patrick rennison]

I looked at a 98 car yesterday, zenith blue, 53K, fmdsh, tidy but not perfect (used but nowhere near abused). I could have driven away for £24K no problem. I'm not talking about 80K milers with dented panels and torn seats here.

[patrick rennison]

Thanks folks, I think i've got things straight in my head now. I really loved my 3.2's, and grew to accept their compromises. Time for a decent test drive in a 996 and if I'm not hooked it's aircooled all the way....I do like the idea of ABS and the 993 shape is the best.

[patrick rennison]

Didn't buy it as I didn't know enough about the 996 issues as discussed above - plus I'd have had an inspection done first anyway. They do want to sell it, though.....still tempted.