Sounds like you might have a buyer already Eric. I'm rooting for you JP.
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Originally posted by flatsixer View PostThis one seems to be heading up quickly, still days left.
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/19...ign=2022-05-07
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Originally posted by JP View Post
Let's not get too excited. I'm still looking for my first BaT win. I'm wondering if I'm catching that cheap thing from Frank.
No shame in value shopping... unless that trait causes one to miss the party. (Waiting for the "right" deal will result in a severe brain injury.) The challenge with BaT is finding that gold nugget that's still got dirt around it. Most BaT cars/things sell for more than market pricing.
The majority of BaT auctions remind me of a timeshare presentation. The big room with lots of sales people, bright colors, balloons & streamers, fun decor, and The Mark. When a sale is made the lead con man claps & shouts, sirens go off, and people cheer the mark for making the dumbest financial decision of their life. Sorry; the party atmosphere of BaT is not conducive to negotiating a strong buy.
Aside from dumb luck from buying an unremarkable car during a rising tide the best way to get a deal is just like buying any other car. Perform due diligence behind the scenes. If a bidder actually believes a bunch of strangers with no financial stake can properly vet a car by looking at 500 photos, I've got a timeshare to sell you.
If one insists on buying a car on BaT, look for Mary Ann, not Ginger.
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Frank - I think you absolutely nailed it with your description. From a pure entertainment value though the BAT comment section is hard beat. I did post my first comment on BAT on that 71S that just sold for 185K which JP posted about above. Car was missing the entire front oil cooler and shield and that just piped it back into itself
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And at the other end of the spectrum...
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1968-porsche-911s-10/
68S being sold by one of our own. Project car and the seller is being super-candid about the needs/issues. Interesting. I'm guessing it does better than I'd normally expect.
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Originally posted by JP View PostAnd at the other end of the spectrum...
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1968-porsche-911s-10/
68S being sold by one of our own. Project car and the seller is being super-candid about the needs/issues. Interesting. I'm guessing it does better than I'd normally expect.
I did offer a free admission to "Porsche Heaven" for whoever buys and restores this car for righting an egregious wrong. What is eternal life worth to you? Factor that into your bid
Can't wait to head back to the shop on Monday and pull the batwing off the wood wheel to see if I can find a decipherable date code....
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Originally posted by JP View Post
JP, you beat me to the punch, that's MY very special 72S....Formerly, 69Sman, now RuF RS.
Bahia Red 72S
PTS Meerblau 991.2 Speedster
Audi RS6 Avant (Daily.)
INCOMING: PTS Black Olive 992 GT3 w WING and PDK
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Originally posted by Steven S. RUFRS View Post
JP, you beat me to the punch, that's MY very special 72S....Former British Leyland mechanic, remember them?
Long Beach, CA
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Originally posted by JP View Post
Looks like a great car. You know we'll all be watching.
You're not leaving the early 911 world, are you?Formerly, 69Sman, now RuF RS.
Bahia Red 72S
PTS Meerblau 991.2 Speedster
Audi RS6 Avant (Daily.)
INCOMING: PTS Black Olive 992 GT3 w WING and PDK
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well, an incoming black olive gt3 is quite a nice substitute……we need to see this when you receive the keys..
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Originally posted by haul View Postwell, an incoming black olive gt3 is quite a nice substitute……we need to see this when you receive the keys..Formerly, 69Sman, now RuF RS.
Bahia Red 72S
PTS Meerblau 991.2 Speedster
Audi RS6 Avant (Daily.)
INCOMING: PTS Black Olive 992 GT3 w WING and PDK
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