Just wanted to get your thoughts on what you would expect to pay for a 2008 C2S with <30k Miles. Prices seem to fall in the mid 50's to low 60's from dealerships out here in SoCal, with private sellers more in the mid to low 50k range. Many of the ones at the dealerships are CPO'd which i prefer but they do tend to be priced at a premium due to their cost of CPOing the car. I purchased a 2008 997 non-s cpo'd last year and sold it after 8 months because i wanted the c2s. My question is, do the prices above for a C2S seem fair and in line with what C2S owners have paid that you know of, and is the CPO worth the extra cash it adds on. As i said, my 2008 997 had it but the car had zero issues in 8 months and it seemed a bit unnecessary all things considered. Thanks, any input is appreciated,

 

I think those prices seem in line. Remember it's Porsche season and dealer know this. Also, it seems that the "right" cars are sometimes hard to find (black/black, Gray/Black, right options, etc.) and the dealers in my area seem to ask more for these cars.

If you are patient, you will probsably get a better deal when the new body comes out in the next 6 months or so.

As to CPO, it was and is worth it to me. Some will say these cars are bullet-proof others will say get CPO so you don't have to worry. It really depends on your threshold for risk-transfer.

 

I'd say $58k

 

Jacked997,

Where are you finding 08 C2S's for mid 50's to low 60's with less than 30k miles? I've been looking for two months and 08's are going for high 60's to low 70's. Cheapest 06 C2S I saw with 1400 miles white/black sold for $48K in one hour. Most 06's are going for $50K to $55K, 07's from mid 50's to mid 60's. I search Cars, Ebay and Autotrader everyday but not seeing what your seeing. Help me out if your finding something different. I'm even starting to look at 09's with PDK for $65. Good luck.

 

I was wondering the same thing honestly. I am in SoCal myself and have not found anything near the prices he stated. I want to find those dealers. Your prices are a bit more in line with what I am seeing.

 

2008 <30k miles for mid $55 to low $60?

where?

 

These are the prices i have gathered while at Circle Porsche in long beach, Pacific Porsche in Torrance, and CarMax actually had a few that were priced very competitively. Something about buying a porsche from carmax doesnt sit well with me, but check them out if your comfortable with buying from them. Thanks for the responses,

-Jacked997

 

Personally, I don't think an 08 is the best choice. If you're at that level, you are better off to reach for an 09 for the extra money. LED running lights and the DFI engine are big pluses if you're going to pay that much money. Also, as suggested, wait for the 991, so you can take advantage of a .2 at a lower price.

 

Those are really good prices, sounds like prices from last year. I checked ocassionally and have not see it so low. How about some links?

 

I just bought mine 2008 911 CS CPO with 5600 miles on the clock and the car is mint and loaded and I payed $70,000.00 out the door. I think I did good.

 

That sounds a lot more reasonable than OP's $55-60K for low mileage 08 C2S. Congrats and post-pics if you haven't already.

 

Quick search of Porsche pre-owned vehicles shows few <$65K with <30K miles. I only see one <$60K


911 (997) Carrera S 2008 Silver 28,024 $ 62,499 Porsche of The Village


911 (997) Carrera S 2008 Silver 32,051 $ 63,951 Blue Grass Motorsport


911 (997) Carrera S 2008 Black 28,668 $ 65,984 Autohaus Lancaster


911 (997) Carrera S 2008 Black 43,003 $ 65,991 Pacific Porsche


911 (997) Carrera S 2008 White 33,731 $ 66,774 Hoffman Porsche


911 (997) Carrera S 2008 Black 11,584 $ 66,876 Porsche of Wallingford


911 (997) Carrera S 2008 Grey 12,250 $ 66,997 Sunset Porsche


911 (997) Carrera S 2008 Blue 29,438 $ 67,500 Paul Miller Porsche


911 (997) Carrera S 2008 Black 45,437 $ 68,990 Cherry Hill Imports


911 (997) Carrera S 2008 White 29,836 $ 68,991 Porsche of West Houston


911 (997) Carrera S 2008 Black 23,879 $ 69,900 Paul Miller Porsche


911 (997) Carrera S 2008 Blue 36,371 $ 69,995 Len Stoler Porsche


911 (997) Carrera S 2008 Grey 21,146 $ 69,998 Pioneer Centres


911 (997) Carrera S 2008 Red 28,684 $ 55,988 Aristocrat Motors


911 (997) Carrera S 2008 Grey 15,141 $ 67,900 Baker Motor Company


911 (997) Carrera S 2008 Grey 19,521 $ 69,900 Motor Werks Porsche

 

I bought my 2008 C2S, w/ 34k miles, and no CPO last April for 57k. It was listed for 60k.

 

You did very well with that purchase especially considering you bought it last year. I am still up in the air as to whether the CPO is a must have for me, as i am familiar with a local reputable porsche mechanic which gives me peace of mind. Have you had any issues since you bought it?...any regrets in retrospect as far as not getting a CPO'd car?

-Jacked997

 

I meant this April or 4/2011. So far I've put 3.5k miles on it with no issues. I have an odd belief about warranties, so no regrets. The car was well kept, but had the usual signs of uses. The one major flaw in it was the front bummer. The previous owner cracked it on a high curb while parking. It was repaired, but looking at it closely you can see the lines. I am very happy with it.