Will the Porsche 996 become a classic?

Most Porsche drivers are traditionalists. Just as in 1964 when many loyal 356 drivers found the first 911 a difficult departure from what they knew, the water-cooled Porsche 996 in 1997 was met with shock – but it’s now sought after as a classic Porsche.

What is the least desirable Porsche 911?

First of the water-cooled, Boxster-related 911s was the 996. It has spent some years as the least desirable 911 generation, with prices to match. The regular versions have been, frankly, bargains.

Is a Porsche 996 worth buying?

The thing is, though, that despite its faults, the 996 wasn’t as bad as many make it out to be. Today it represents pretty good value on the used car market, especially while air-cooled cars continue to trend upwards in price.

Why is the 996 so cheap?

they’re cheap because they are cheap compared to the older porsches that were not mass produced and quality was more manufactured by hand vs assemblyline. compare the 996 with the 993 like BMW M3 E36 to M3 E30. One is more mechanically inclined vs one is more plush and automated.

Will 996 prices go down?

996 Carreras may still be the low-priced entry-level 911s, but its prices already increased dramatically, especially in 2020 and 2021. A glance at the Elferspot glass ball reveals, that it could continue to do so in 2022.

Is the Porsche 996 appreciating?

Naturally, vehicles tend to become more expensive after 20 years. This effect is even more pronounced in the case of the Porsche 996. The boom in air-cooled 911s in the mid-2010s suddenly made them “the next big thing”. Looking at the price development since 2015, we are talking about up to 50% growth for the Carrera!

Are 996 prices going up?

“Good performance, a prestige manufacturer, and values are reasonable compared to many other 911 models. Given the trajectory of the 964 and the 993, values of the 996 are unlikely to drop and Hagerty forecasts they will continue to rise steadily.” A 1998 993 C2 in similar condition will set you back £48,500.