996 Turbo / GT2 Turbo discussion on previous model 2000-2005 Porsche 911 Twin Turbo and 911 GT2.

Seinfeld's 959

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Rate Thread
 
  #1  
Old 02-18-2004 | 09:33 AM
violin959's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Registered User
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 33
Rep Power: 23
violin959 is infamous around these parts
Seinfeld's 959

Jerry has added one. One of the US models, 027. ex-Antinucci. Was in vacuum storage in Switzerland since 200 miles. And no, he didn't pay anywhere near $700k for the car. I believe it is at his place on 83d St. in NYC.
I'd rather have Dean G.'s car, which is a comfort model with updates. And new tires. And AC. ANd electirc windows. And adjustable suspension. ANd leather.
 

Last edited by violin959; 02-18-2004 at 01:23 PM.
  #2  
Old 02-18-2004 | 11:21 AM
HotRodGuy's Avatar
Registered User
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 12,874
From: Walnut Creek, CA
Rep Power: 579
HotRodGuy Is a GOD !HotRodGuy Is a GOD !HotRodGuy Is a GOD !HotRodGuy Is a GOD !HotRodGuy Is a GOD !HotRodGuy Is a GOD !HotRodGuy Is a GOD !HotRodGuy Is a GOD !HotRodGuy Is a GOD !HotRodGuy Is a GOD !HotRodGuy Is a GOD !
In the excellence article he stated his love for this car, he doesn't want the AC, Leather, Seats, Electronic suspension, he said he preferred the car bare bones.
 
  #3  
Old 02-18-2004 | 11:26 AM
violin959's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Registered User
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 33
Rep Power: 23
violin959 is infamous around these parts
That's if you beleive Excellence and they suck. See achives on my past posts.
Seinfeld likes low mileage vehicles usually the first and last of whatever. He had the chance to buy 905001. I suspect he paid in the $300K USD range.
I think the comfort models are much more desirable and that's what I had.
 
  #4  
Old 02-18-2004 | 11:55 AM
DJ's Avatar
DJ
Registered User
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 10,836
From: New York, NY
Rep Power: 487
DJ has a reputation beyond reputeDJ has a reputation beyond reputeDJ has a reputation beyond reputeDJ has a reputation beyond reputeDJ has a reputation beyond reputeDJ has a reputation beyond reputeDJ has a reputation beyond reputeDJ has a reputation beyond reputeDJ has a reputation beyond reputeDJ has a reputation beyond reputeDJ has a reputation beyond repute
Well we all know he is on the board so let's not bash his car
There are a lot of famous people on this board guys that use names you would never expect - they have asked to remian anonomous so that they will - enjoy the board everyone
 
  #5  
Old 02-18-2004 | 12:05 PM
steve c's Avatar
Registered User
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 126
From: Denver / St Louis
Rep Power: 26
steve c is infamous around these parts
From what I understand there were only two non-comfort models ordered -- which would make them a bit more desirable in terms of collecting.
 
  #6  
Old 02-18-2004 | 12:28 PM
Turbo Racer's Avatar
Registered User
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 801
From: Southern California
Rep Power: 54
Turbo Racer is infamous around these parts
Originally posted by Darren
Well we all know he is on the board so let's not bash his car
There are a lot of famous people on this board guys that use names you would never expect - they have asked to remian anonomous so that they will - enjoy the board everyone
I could not agree more. This site is about our cars . lets keep it that way. BTW, had an opportunity to sit in one a couple of weeks ago and really just couldn't get over the excellent styling. This car exudes personality
 
  #7  
Old 02-18-2004 | 12:35 PM
DropGems's Avatar
Registered User
Joined: Jan 2004
Posts: 530
From: NJ
Rep Power: 42
DropGems is infamous around these parts
If Paul Newman is on this board... PM me man, we gotta chill!
 
  #8  
Old 02-18-2004 | 12:42 PM
SorTurbo's Avatar
Registered User
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 103
From: NY
Rep Power: 26
SorTurbo is infamous around these parts
funny.. I just had the Bizzaro episode playing on my computer as I was reading this thread.

Hello!
 
  #9  
Old 02-18-2004 | 12:50 PM
JASCLASS's Avatar
Registered User
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 5,848
From: New York
Rep Power: 256
JASCLASS is infamous around these partsJASCLASS is infamous around these parts
Originally posted by violin959
That's if you beleive Excellence and they suck. See achives on my past posts.
Seinfeld likes low mileage vehicles usually the first and last of whatever. He had the chance to buy 905001. I suspect he paid in the $300K USD range.
I think the comfort models are much more desirable and that's what I had.
The various owners in that Excellence article that have the 959 stated the sport is the version to own.
 
  #10  
Old 02-18-2004 | 01:15 PM
violin959's Avatar
Thread Starter
|
Registered User
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 33
Rep Power: 23
violin959 is infamous around these parts
Mr. S can do with his money as he likes. There were thirty "S" models built and there are half a dozen or so 959s with a mix of both models. The green 959 that belonged to the (deceased) king of JOrdan had solid gold shifters and other add-ons. I don't know who they are referring to in the Excellence article because I don't read Excellence. I've driven several "S" models and for my money the Comfort is one I prefer. And with the engine performance upgrade. Decidedly we in the US don't get to experience a constant and consistent enjoyment of the differences between such cars because the condition of our roads and the speed limits prevent this. Imagine being able to commute from Montauk to Manhattan everyday at speeds of 100 to 150 mph.
I ramble. What is more interesting to me is how some of these cars get in. Ciao
 
  #11  
Old 02-18-2004 | 01:21 PM
996turbo's Avatar
Registered User
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 2,187
From: S. California
Rep Power: 109
996turbo is infamous around these parts
I would take the 'S' version too....it's 200+ lbs lighter!!
 
  #12  
Old 02-18-2004 | 01:50 PM
flatsixnut's Avatar
Registered User
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 973
From: Tampa Bay Area, Florida
Rep Power: 60
flatsixnut is infamous around these parts
I would be overly happy with either comfort or sport.
Jerry is a true P-car nut, more power to him.
 
  #13  
Old 02-18-2004 | 01:53 PM
Hamann7's Avatar
Porsche Fiend
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 2,875
From: Malibu, CA
Rep Power: 138
Hamann7 is infamous around these partsHamann7 is infamous around these parts
Dean's 959 is one of the nicest examples you will find anywhere.

The best part is, he drives it all the time like he should!!!
 
  #14  
Old 02-18-2004 | 01:59 PM
RobynC's Avatar
Porsche Chick
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 1,590
From: Manteca, Ca
Rep Power: 86
RobynC is infamous around these partsRobynC is infamous around these parts
Originally posted by gabf1
BTW, had an opportunity to sit in one a couple of weeks ago and really just couldn't get over the excellent styling. This car exudes personality
Ditto that, I was so in awe of that 959 I didn't get a single decent shot of it. Simply stunning.

It's one thing when you see them flat bedded to a car show...it's another when you see it driven. It left me rather speechless when it pulled in...which I assure you, is a rarity in my case!
 
  #15  
Old 02-18-2004 | 02:53 PM
HotRodGuy's Avatar
Registered User
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 12,874
From: Walnut Creek, CA
Rep Power: 579
HotRodGuy Is a GOD !HotRodGuy Is a GOD !HotRodGuy Is a GOD !HotRodGuy Is a GOD !HotRodGuy Is a GOD !HotRodGuy Is a GOD !HotRodGuy Is a GOD !HotRodGuy Is a GOD !HotRodGuy Is a GOD !HotRodGuy Is a GOD !HotRodGuy Is a GOD !
Originally posted by violin959
That's if you beleive Excellence and they suck. See achives on my past posts.
Seinfeld likes low mileage vehicles usually the first and last of whatever. He had the chance to buy 905001. I suspect he paid in the $300K USD range.
I think the comfort models are much more desirable and that's what I had.

why would excellence lie about him liking the bare bones cars more then the comfort models? That is one of the dumbest things i've heard
 


You have already rated this thread Rating: Thread Rating: 0 votes,  average.


All times are GMT -6. The time now is 04:28 AM.