Would you pay for a CPO on a GT3?

[taylorcoleman]

Hi all. I hope to pull the trigger this week on a 2007 GT3. I have 3 that I'm considering, which range in price from about $87K to $90K. I'm leaning more toward the $90K one, which has about 3k miles, and all service done (with records) at a Porsche dealer. Factor warranty expires June 2011. My question is do you think it's worth the extra $2K or so for this being CPO'd? I'll likely drive it 1-2 years then sell. I know this is a difficult black & white question to answer, but on average, I'm just seeing of those that have GT3's if they would pay for this. Thanks!

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[fjpgt3]

I would pick CPO'd car if a choice. I would not let it stop me from getting a GT3 though.
It is a great machine. I think Excellence mentions the engine is referred to as "the masterpiece".

[taylorcoleman]

^^ Thanks for the feedback.

Would you pay an extra $2k for it thought?

I'm between 2 cars at the moment:

1) Meteor Grey Metallic w/ 7,307 miles - $86K
2) White w/ 3,500 miles - $90K

Also comments on which car they'd choose

Above prices are w/o the CPO.

[fjpgt3]

All things being equal, color & option preferences etc. Yes, I personally, would gladly pay $2K for CPO.

[PJS]

meteor gray one :-)
CPO - I would (and did) for peace of mind... however, I have not had a warranty claim on my GT3... not one... Keep in mind, if you decide to sell it in a year or two, the CPO is transferable so that might help you in selling it.

[LTCJMRamos]

^ For peace of mind, I included it. Have no expectation of using it, but have been a believer in CPO/extended warranties since my late wife loved her Jaguars for which we made much use of it.

[taylorcoleman]

Thanks all for the feedback. Although there seems to be a consensus on the CPO, I've decided I'll roll the dice and save the $2K & apply to future repairs if necessary.

So I'm still undecided between the 2 cars. $4K more gets me me which (much preferred color for me) and only 3,400 miles versus 7k+. On the other hand, the Grey one has the 2010-style grills protecting the radiators and upgraded front rotors and brake pads for a cup car.

Any more help ?

[1Gunner]

have a DME printout done on each car and let the over rev report help be your guide


either one sounds nice.

[taylorcoleman]

DME's clear both cars. Both are CPO ready as well.

Still weighing whether $4k is worth white and 4K fewer mile or not...

[pvgolfer]

I'd say that the difference in $$$ is offset by the difference in miles. When comparing similar equipped low (less than 10k) mile vehicles. Each mile of difference is comparable to $1. Thus the difference of 4k miles is equivalent to $4k in high-end (GT3 or TT) used-car value.
I would get the color choice that you want (white). If you don't, you'll be always wishing that you had... the grills/upgrades can always be added to your car in the future.

[NorthVan]

Originally Posted by PJS

meteor gray one :-)
CPO - I would (and did) for peace of mind... however, I have not had a warranty claim on my GT3... not one... Keep in mind, if you decide to sell it in a year or two, the CPO is transferable so that might help you in selling it.

+1, it is a safe bet IMO

what is it with these cars, the harder they are driven, the better they run. No warranty claims on my C2S. I guess they need to be driven.

[taylorcoleman]

Thanks all. Still trying to make up my mind

[1Gunner]

Originally Posted by taylorcoleman

Thanks all. Still trying to make up my mind

OK just flip a coin....

heads = white

tails = grey

[sprinty_rs4]

Did you check the warranty history for the cars? Hopefully there was no mechanical issues on either. I'd still do the CPO given your close to the 4 year factory warranty and the money will give you another 2 years and is transferable.

[taylorcoleman]

Perhaps today is the day to pull the trigger. I've decided to go with a low mile car, so the grey one is out. I found another one that is under 3k miles w/ clear DME and factory warranty through 6/2011. PP sale, so no CPO.

I was pleased to see the "2 Year" post with someone reporting they're still "in love" with their GT3 after all that time 2 years with a car for me is like a 50 person-year marriage.