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Why aren't 914's worth more $$$? |
74porsche914 |
Mar 10 2012, 08:37 PM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 59 Joined: 5-November 11 From: Highland Park, IL Member No.: 13,750 Region Association: Upper MidWest |
Just been wondering why 914's aren't worth more moolah. In my opinion there a lot more practical then british sport cars and other sports cars from the period. Is it because there always in the shadow of the 911? Really I'm grateful there affordable or I would not own one!
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billh1963 |
Mar 12 2012, 09:08 AM
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Car Hoarder! Group: Members Posts: 3,402 Joined: 28-March 11 From: South Carolina Member No.: 12,871 Region Association: South East States |
When I first bought mine car (and subsequent cars) I also thought we were on the cusp. Now, I'm not so sure.
I think really nice cars will continue to see normal appreciation (don't forget that true inflation is 8%); however, there will not be meteoric rise in appreciation. In all honesty, there is no driving force behind it. Few, if any, aspired to a 914. If you lusted for a Porsche, it was a 911 you coveted. Cars that have skyrocketed were the ones people wanted but couldn't afford. The high cost of gas, parts prices, etc. will continue to be a drag on the bottom end of the collector car market....which is where these cars sit. I'm not saying that they aren't worth fixing...because they are. They certainly aren't depreciating. The idea that you will buy one and do a quick "cleanup" and flip it for big bucks just isn't realistic. Your best best is to buy one for the long term. You will never get rich off of it; however, you will get driving pleasure from it while you have it and will hold your own when you sell it later. |
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