996 GT2 market...wheres it going?
#16
08-24-2007, 01:27 AM
Originally Posted by superchicken
A low mile 03 GT2 for $102K.... I will reinforce is one of the better deals I have heard of. Good move. Assuming the car has not been upside down at some point. :-)
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#17
08-24-2007, 01:28 AM
Originally Posted by 1badgt2
I think the 996 GT2 is a great "build" car. I am in the process of finishing a major project using a 2002 gt2 base car. New car has full 997 RSR suspension, brakes, centerlocks, 997 style BBS monoblocks, and 997 RSR brakes. Engine is built by 911 Design (Loren Beggs) and is essentially a turbocharged GT3 motor and will dyno at over 800WHP. Transmission is fully re-geared for track use and includes a Guard GT differential w/ triple disk carbon clutch assembly. Using Michelin PS Cups, 295/30-18 fr and 345/30-18 rr. Car has extensive carbon Kevlar body mods using parts froM DP Motorsport in Germany. Includes full RSR rear deck lid and wing. Cannot wait to get it back from builder! It has been under construction for 5 months, mostly because factory 997 RSR parts are very difficult to get.
#18
08-24-2007, 02:00 AM
Originally Posted by DKM
I have a car that makes a lot of hp and I went too far with it. Some people would say that its "nature of the beast" but I think there's a point to where the car loses its "fun factor". I lost it with my other car. I won't do the same with this new car.
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#20
08-24-2007, 07:02 AM
Originally Posted by DKM
Where do you guys think the 996 GT2 market will go when the 997 GT2 comes out? They're a little soft right now but do you think they'll get softer?
I've seen GT2 (2003s w/ 6k miles) go for 106-110k private party sales.
Think they'll go much lower when the 997 version comes out??
I've seen GT2 (2003s w/ 6k miles) go for 106-110k private party sales.
Think they'll go much lower when the 997 version comes out??
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1974-...em120152697308
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08-24-2007, 10:49 AM
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Chuck,
The GT700 kit you have made the car lose its fun factor? Are clutches weak points in these cars? I'm not overly worried about the fuel, i always have C16 laying around the house.
Dave
The GT700 kit you have made the car lose its fun factor? Are clutches weak points in these cars? I'm not overly worried about the fuel, i always have C16 laying around the house.
Dave
Originally Posted by carendt242
that's a great point - i feel my car has lost some of its fun factor - worrying about gas and the darn clutch.
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Originally Posted by carendt242
that's a great point - i feel my car has lost some of its fun factor - worrying about gas and the darn clutch.
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VERY good points....at some point....one is "there." I am there at present. I might push here or there...but now I am focusing on just enjoying it as is.
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08-24-2007, 07:18 PM
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Originally Posted by 1badgt2
I think the 996 GT2 is a great "build" car. I am in the process of finishing a major project using a 2002 gt2 base car. New car has full 997 RSR suspension, brakes, centerlocks, 997 style BBS monoblocks, and 997 RSR brakes. Engine is built by 911 Design (Loren Beggs) and is essentially a turbocharged GT3 motor and will dyno at over 800WHP. Transmission is fully re-geared for track use and includes a Guard GT differential w/ triple disk carbon clutch assembly. Using Michelin PS Cups, 295/30-18 fr and 345/30-18 rr. Car has extensive carbon Kevlar body mods using parts froM DP Motorsport in Germany. Includes full RSR rear deck lid and wing. Cannot wait to get it back from builder! It has been under construction for 5 months, mostly because factory 997 RSR parts are very difficult to get.
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I feel the values of the 996GT2 will not drop much further than where they are at now. There were just around 300 of them imported to North America. A few are wrecked and a lot are with people that will keep them for a long time. A GT2 at around $100k is the Porsche bang for the buck bargain of the decade.
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The car is polar silver and will be refinished in the same color. I am looking to participate in events once I understand the power and handling characteristics of the car. It will certainly be VERY different from stock GT2. What events are you speaking of?
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Originally Posted by 1badgt2
The car is polar silver and will be refinished in the same color. I am looking to participate in events once I understand the power and handling characteristics of the car. It will certainly be VERY different from stock GT2. What events are you speaking of?
www.scottsdaleexoticcarclub.com
Polar Silver is an extremely rare color for a GT2. My old 993 was Polar, I love it. Any pics?
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08-24-2007, 09:07 PM
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Originally Posted by LUISGT3
We put together track days, drag days, car shows, drives, rallies etc....
www.scottsdaleexoticcarclub.com
Polar Silver is an extremely rare color for a GT2. My old 993 was Polar, I love it. Any pics?
www.scottsdaleexoticcarclub.com
Polar Silver is an extremely rare color for a GT2. My old 993 was Polar, I love it. Any pics?
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08-24-2007, 09:14 PM
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Originally Posted by 1badgt2
I really do not think it will be complete until mid October. I will be posting pics when it is complete. We are going to take it out to Willow Springs and begin the engine break in process as well as fine tune the suspension characteristics. I probably will not ship it back to Scottsdale until the fine tuning is complete. I will look at your website. I have owned many exotic cars, but have never been involved in a club. This is my first project car. We are going to build a very special Cayman as well beginning next January. Probably will duplicate this motor for that project. We should probably meet sometime, maybe when the car is complete.
