Porsche 959
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05-23-2006 | 01:43 AM
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Porsche 959
As a former 996TT owner, I am posting here (there isn't a 959 forum) because have spent many years on this forum and recognize the depth of experience here.
I have an opportunity to buy a 959 (CA legal) in the next few weeks and am looking for comps to negotiate the price. Does anyone have any information on sale prices or current cars that are available other than dupont registry. Thanks for your help.
I have an opportunity to buy a 959 (CA legal) in the next few weeks and am looking for comps to negotiate the price. Does anyone have any information on sale prices or current cars that are available other than dupont registry. Thanks for your help.
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05-23-2006 | 02:34 AM
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Originally Posted by Morgie
As a former 996TT owner, I am posting here (there isn't a 959 forum) because have spent many years on this forum and recognize the depth of experience here.
I have an opportunity to buy a 959 (CA legal) in the next few weeks and am looking for comps to negotiate the price. Does anyone have any information on sale prices or current cars that are available other than dupont registry. Thanks for your help.
I have an opportunity to buy a 959 (CA legal) in the next few weeks and am looking for comps to negotiate the price. Does anyone have any information on sale prices or current cars that are available other than dupont registry. Thanks for your help.
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05-23-2006 | 09:02 AM
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Hey Morgie, this one has been on e-bay for about 6 months now and no takers yet. market kinda soft though!!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1989-...QQcmdZViewItem.
Good Luck in your search.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1989-...QQcmdZViewItem.
Good Luck in your search.
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05-23-2006 | 10:45 AM
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Originally Posted by ZLP
Call Canepa Design in Santa Cruz. They are the ones that legalize them and will provide more info than you will find here.
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05-23-2006 | 01:23 PM
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Originally Posted by teflon
This is not true. Canepa does not have the authority to legalize 959s. Please take a look at the list of Registered Importers (RIs) and Independent Commercial Importers (ICIs) and Canepa's name will not be on either one.
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05-23-2006 | 01:28 PM
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Canepa Design was instrumental in the passing of the "show and display" legislation, which allows these sought after vehicles to be driven in the United States for the first time. In addition, Canepa Design has spent three years research and development to bring this awesome supercar to a new level of performance including California and Federal emissions compliance.
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05-23-2006 | 01:35 PM
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I just saw your post with the excerpt from CANEPA's site...consider your source.
I did read your post, and you are still not correct. I didn't claim that you said he imports them. I did say that Canepa isn't authorized to "legalize" 959s. That is the job of an approved ICI--and he is not.
The only thing he does is modify the cars, which is not what you wrote.
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I did read your post, and you are still not correct. I didn't claim that you said he imports them. I did say that Canepa isn't authorized to "legalize" 959s. That is the job of an approved ICI--and he is not.
The only thing he does is modify the cars, which is not what you wrote.
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05-23-2006 | 01:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Wikipedia
n 2003, Canepa Design, famous for their exclusive and high-priced kits for American SUVs initiated a 959 program. By making their own modifications to the 959s turbo, exhaust and computer-control systems, Canepa was not only able to make the 959 competent to pass emissions requirements (thereby making it street legal in the U.S.) they were also able to extract even more power from the 959's engine. Total power output from the Canepa modified 959 rises to 576 hp and 505 ft·lbf of torque, making the car capable of low 3 second 0-60 times and top speeds in excess of 200 miles per hour. Canepa also makes modifications to the 959´s super lightweight magnesium wheels, allowing them to be fitted with a modern Michelin high performance tire capable of handling the increased performance. Although the modifications may be tempting, whether a car as rare as the 959 should be "molested" or changed from the factory settings is a matter of debate.
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05-23-2006 | 01:52 PM
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Originally Posted by ZLP
Is that clear enough teflon?
Sorry, ZLP, the only one not clear on this is you.
Go to the DOT's site and research the process of importing & legalizing a car on the Show & Display list.
Or, do a search on this forum for violin959's posts. Or, ask Deanger about it since he's gone through the process.
Please don't post any more unverifiable Internet quotes--especially from Canepa. Instead, please show me documentation from the proper authorities that supports your claim.
Thank you.
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05-23-2006 | 04:20 PM
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I have spoken to Bruce Canepa, and his 959's are US/California legal cars. He is the one who got cars for Bill Gates, Paul Allen and the like. I was looking for a 959 for a client, and Canepa is where I went. Price wise, it won't be the best though. It also depends if you want a Comfort or Sport package. Essentially, the Sport package cars were the ones meant for the US (about 29 cars). There are a couple of "new" cars available as well.
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05-24-2006 | 11:59 AM
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The one in Autoweek sold at auction has some miles on it, so I thought that was a good price for that car for the seller. I have a friend who bought an S 2 years ago with 2,400 kilos on it, in as new condtion, left hand drive, for $275,000. Seems like the price is holding firm or if the auction is an indication it is getting a little stronger. If PRS29 can find you a "new" car that would be the way to go long term - certainly you can drive them and they will still be low milage collectables.
Anyone know now that Andial has shut their doors for good where to service the 959? Maybe Porsche Motorsports race shop (took over Andial building) will handle them.
Good luck with you search.
JCM
Anyone know now that Andial has shut their doors for good where to service the 959? Maybe Porsche Motorsports race shop (took over Andial building) will handle them.
Good luck with you search.
JCM