RBD914 v2 Posted August 27, 2021 Report Share Posted August 27, 2021 Completely out of the blue, I've just been offered £10k over what I paid for my 718 Spyder due to the current shortage of new cars... It is a tempting offer - but what else is there to buy that's as good at the price? Damned if I know, suppose I could buy another new Spyder - but what's the chance of getting one? Never been in this position of being able to "flip" a car for so much profit in such a short time frame. Hmm, what to do, as possibly the last of the petrol engined Spyders it may always be a good investment and hold it's value. Although it was bought as a car to drive, not as an investment! Thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scubaregs Posted August 27, 2021 Report Share Posted August 27, 2021 Unless you have something else you really want to replace it with, keep it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBD914 v2 Posted August 27, 2021 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2021 4 minutes ago, Scubaregs said: Unless you have something else you really want to replace it with, keep it. http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202107014482816?atmobcid=soc3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBD914 v2 Posted August 27, 2021 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2021 http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202108116114261?atmobcid=soc3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBD914 v2 Posted August 27, 2021 Author Report Share Posted August 27, 2021 Well you did ask...! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boxob Posted August 27, 2021 Report Share Posted August 27, 2021 Are you really that fickle? 😄 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scubaregs Posted August 27, 2021 Report Share Posted August 27, 2021 29 minutes ago, RBD914 v2 said: http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202107014482816?atmobcid=soc3 Get it sold. 😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuart21UK Posted August 27, 2021 Report Share Posted August 27, 2021 I saw one at RPM yesterday at £93995 for a 718 https://rpmtechnik.co.uk/sales/vehicle/718-spyder-4-0/ £10000 over I'd be selling personally, quickly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EagleStar Posted August 28, 2021 Report Share Posted August 28, 2021 Swapping German for Italian….. you must be mad. That £10k will be spent on maintenance and repairs very quickly if you do! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EXY Posted August 28, 2021 Report Share Posted August 28, 2021 11 hours ago, RBD914 v2 said: Well you did ask...! Me, I would sell BUT for me that £10,000 represents almost half my yearly wage so unlikely I would ever be in your position. So running costs on the 718 I could probably handle but not the Ferrari's I would expect. Having said all that if Covid has taught me anything it is that your health/life is a fragile and fickle thing. So if there is something you want to do, and let's be honest who wouldn't want a Ferrari, then fill your boots. Just please don't be shy and keep us updated with piccies etc. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lonewolfgjp Posted August 28, 2021 Report Share Posted August 28, 2021 It’s a interesting position to be in and I honestly don’t know what I would do! I ve always loved the Boxster Spyder but equally I am a big Ferrari fan. I do think the 458 is the pick of the sensible Ferraris😉 but if you want a car to use and enjoy they are mileage sensitive…. Also you would still need to put a decent lump of money together with the sale of the Spyder to get there. I would personally be over the moon to own and drive a brand new Spyder and feel quite smug I could let it go for £10k over list if I wanted. The choice is yours…. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBD914 v2 Posted August 28, 2021 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2021 2 hours ago, EagleStar said: Swapping German for Italian….. you must be mad. That £10k will be spent on maintenance and repairs very quickly if you do! Yes, that is a consideration, especially as it would be 7 years old and well out of warranty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBD914 v2 Posted August 28, 2021 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2021 2 hours ago, EXY said: Me, I would sell BUT for me that £10,000 represents almost half my yearly wage so unlikely I would ever be in your position. So running costs on the 718 I could probably handle but not the Ferrari's I would expect. Having said all that if Covid has taught me anything it is that your health/life is a fragile and fickle thing. So if there is something you want to do, and let's be honest who wouldn't want a Ferrari, then fill your boots. Just please don't be shy and keep us updated with piccies etc. Hmm...I know what you, it's all relative I suppose, £10,000 to me is a lot smaller percentage of my annual wage. Running costs would worry me, as would lack of warranty. It is also a fair chunk of money on top of the Spyder to get a 458, is it worth it? I am currently thinking that the 458 is nice - but not 50% more money nicer than my Spyder! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBD914 v2 Posted August 28, 2021 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2021 2 hours ago, Lonewolfgjp said: It’s a interesting position to be in and I honestly don’t know what I would do! I ve always loved the Boxster Spyder but equally I am a big Ferrari fan. I do think the 458 is the pick of the sensible Ferraris😉 but if you want a car to use and enjoy they are mileage sensitive…. Also you would still need to put a decent lump of money together with the sale of the Spyder to get there. I would personally be over the moon to own and drive a brand new Spyder and feel quite smug I could let it go for £10k over list if I wanted. The choice is yours…. Current thinking is to keep the Spyder for the reasons you very eloquently state! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lonewolfgjp Posted August 28, 2021 Report Share Posted August 28, 2021 1 minute ago, RBD914 v2 said: Current thinking is to keep the Spyder for the reasons you very eloquently state! 😎👌 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r1flyguy Posted August 28, 2021 Report Share Posted August 28, 2021 14 hours ago, RBD914 v2 said: http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202107014482816?atmobcid=soc3 7 owners 🤣 now where’s that “How many owners is too many….” Thread 🤪 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EXY Posted August 28, 2021 Report Share Posted August 28, 2021 38 minutes ago, RBD914 v2 said: Hmm...I know what you, it's all relative I suppose, £10,000 to me is a lot smaller percentage of my annual wage. Running costs would worry me, as would lack of warranty. It is also a fair chunk of money on top of the Spyder to get a 458, is it worth it? I am currently thinking that the 458 is nice - but not 50% more money nicer than my Spyder! Can't argue but no matter how nice the Porsche is it isn't a Ferrari. What about selling the 718, bank the money and buy the Ferrari for half-price when things bottom out just please please please don't start quoting things like; I've an itch I need to scratch. I'm about to pull the trigger etc. Good luck with whatever you decide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
map Posted August 28, 2021 Report Share Posted August 28, 2021 Having ridden shotgun in an extremely well driven 458 on UK roads I would say that they are a massive event, massively quick and need a massive amount of space to be really enjoyed. I have also experienced some of the Borders roads led by you. Reflecting on those two experiences I’d say you will get more absolute pleasure from the Spyder than the 458. For a lower capital exposure. A lower risk of unexpected remedial work. And at the end of the day if you want ballistic speed you’ve always got motorbikes…. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menoporsche Posted August 28, 2021 Report Share Posted August 28, 2021 Sell it and get a 4.0 GTS. Like your Spyder but with a real roof. Then as map says, you can enjoy it frequently. Spend your profit on upgrading Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Araf Posted August 28, 2021 Report Share Posted August 28, 2021 You got out of the 911 quick enough. Are they too much for the road? How will a Fezza be on the same roads? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattman42 Posted August 28, 2021 Report Share Posted August 28, 2021 458 is fecking awesome of awesomeness - after driving one through the alps I can say it’s the best car I’ve ever driven - sell the Boxster and take the £10k while you can, but a nice 355 now and as those prices rise and the 458 drops, swap over. you could also get a very nice McLaren at the same price point - a few super cars drop into range - do it now before we are forced into driving soulless electric cars with mandatory speed limiters Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBD914 v2 Posted August 28, 2021 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2021 8 hours ago, r1flyguy said: 7 owners 🤣 now where’s that “How many owners is too many….” Thread 🤪 That did worry me a tad... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBD914 v2 Posted August 28, 2021 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2021 8 hours ago, EXY said: Can't argue but no matter how nice the Porsche is it isn't a Ferrari. What about selling the 718, bank the money and buy the Ferrari for half-price when things bottom out just please please please don't start quoting things like; I've an itch I need to scratch. I'm about to pull the trigger etc. Good luck with whatever you decide. Did wonder about selling high and buying low...but how long is the bit in between, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBD914 v2 Posted August 28, 2021 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2021 7 hours ago, map said: Having ridden shotgun in an extremely well driven 458 on UK roads I would say that they are a massive event, massively quick and need a massive amount of space to be really enjoyed. I have also experienced some of the Borders roads led by you. Reflecting on those two experiences I’d say you will get more absolute pleasure from the Spyder than the 458. For a lower capital exposure. A lower risk of unexpected remedial work. And at the end of the day if you want ballistic speed you’ve always got motorbikes…. As always a great and considered opinion from you Matthew, based on personal experience- thanks for that! I must say I think you are spot on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBD914 v2 Posted August 28, 2021 Author Report Share Posted August 28, 2021 7 hours ago, Menoporsche said: Sell it and get a 4.0 GTS. Like your Spyder but with a real roof. Then as map says, you can enjoy it frequently. Spend your profit on upgrading I have done that, a GTS in the spec I would want comes in at £80k...that's what I paid for the Spyder so not really a consideration, the Spyder is a more desirable car at that price So not really an option, unless I really need the £10k.. which to be fair I don't really. So the Spyder is winning so far! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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