Fs: 911t @ cts

[Harry]

No affiliation....

Cheers,

Harry.

http://www.classicthrottleshop.com/car5.html

[Merv]

It is interesting that a car like this that seems to have some rust issues, a transplanted motor, 4 speed, and many other things to be considered is put on the floor at CTS. Shows their estimate of the appetite in the current market.

[Harry]

It is interesting that a car like this that seems to have some rust issues, a transplanted motor, 4 speed, and many other things to be considered is put on the floor at CTS. Shows their estimate of the appetite in the current market.

Exactly my thoughts Merv, I thought that CTS only dealt in the best original cars?

Cheers,

Harry.

[Fishcop]

CTS are probably struggling to get top-tier early 911s. In this market where a good car will sell itself - why engage a middleman?

[Merv]

Makes sense John.

[npvpositive]

CTS are probably struggling to get top-tier early 911s. In this market where a good car will sell itself - why engage a middleman?

If I was selling now I'd consider using them because their inventory is closely watched by people in the UK. Suspect that's where top dollar prices are being found at the moment (sad though it is to see cars heading overseas).

Does anyone know what a place like CTS charges for their services though? I suspect it's a big % of the proceeds.

[Fishcop]

If I was selling now I'd consider using them because their inventory is closely watched by people in the UK. Suspect that's where top dollar prices are being found at the moment (sad though it is to see cars heading overseas).

Does anyone know what a place like CTS charges for their services though? I suspect it's a big % of the proceeds.

A few years ago I'd have agreed, but a little bit of savvy searching on the web (automated periodic searches) and not much advertised around the world slips through. There will always be some cars traded within "circles", but unless you genuinely play regularly at Pebble Beach et al you probably won't make those circles anyway.

The advantage of CTS and Ecurie (a part from contacts) would be contemporary knowledge of market prices. But most of us have a feel for the value of our cars and once again some research through Hagerty and others would get you close to the mark.

If you had a 80-100% early Porsche car to sell, a post on DDK, EarlyS, Pelican, Rennlist and facebook directing traffic to a temporary website dedicated to the car, would likely net you the attention of 99% of genuine buyers or agents within a week.

Sure there is some effort there, but the cost would be less than the consignment percentages on $100k plus cars. I'd guess it's somewhere between 5-10% ?

All this presumes you have a vested interest in the process and want the best dollars you can in your pocket. If you simply want it done and dusted then using someone like CTS or Ecurie is a no brainer.

[DJ911]

If I was selling now I'd consider using them because their inventory is closely watched by people in the UK. Suspect that's where top dollar prices are being found at the moment (sad though it is to see cars heading overseas).

Does anyone know what a place like CTS charges for their services though? I suspect it's a big % of the proceeds.

Wondering if they are risking reputation by peddling non premium product.

[mrar]

Wondering if they are risking reputation by peddling non premium product.

I don't think so,they sold a red C3.o a few years ago that was in need of full resto. They still seem to be selling cars.

[Bremith]

emmachizzit?

[e72phil]

16 in wheels, CIS motor, pretty rough.

Hmmmmm......

[Jeff Eelkema]

Anyone asked the price?

Not in the market, just curious.

[Merv]

I think I would still be talking to Ecurie, my local guys

[dsteel]

Just called asking price if $55K and car is on consignment.

[e72phil]

So owner is hoping for $50K and Rory gets $5K ?

Assume they are selling "as is" or with the missing bits included ?