No Accident and 3,000 Miles Could Prevent This Porsche from Selling for $36,000 Above MSRP | Carscoops

      A Porsche 911 GT3 Touring has recently demonstrated its resistance to depreciation by selling at auction for significantly more than its manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP), despite undergoing a $32,000 crash repair.

      The 2023 GT3 Touring fetched $36,000 above MSRP on Bring a Trailer, even with the crash incident in its past.

      We have previously reported on the significant decline in value of Dodge's Last Call muscle cars. Vehicles like the Chargers and Challengers, which purchasers had hoped to resell at a profit, are now worth less than their original prices. In contrast, the same auction platforms show buyers are willing to pay above MSRP for Porsches from the same model year, even those that have experienced more challenging conditions.

      For instance, the 2023 Porsche 911 GT3 Touring that sold this week on Bring a Trailer went for $265,000, which not only surpasses the $229,000 price at which the seller acquired the car a couple of years ago, but also exceeds the base price of a brand new 992.2 Touring by $40,250.

      While this car appears to be in excellent condition, it has indeed been used, with the owner accumulating 3,000 miles (5,000 km) during their tenure. The vehicle's history is not entirely pristine; according to the Carfax report, it was involved in an accident in 2024, which the seller described in the listing comments as a “just a bumper” incident.

      Although the damage seems to be minor and non-structural from the available photograph, it still led to a hefty repair bill of $32,000 for parts and labor. Even though the car is now restored to like-new condition, the record of the accident may resurface when the new owner wishes to sell it.

      Regarding the appeal of this Touring model, it's possible the new buyer was particularly fond of its specifications, and who could argue otherwise? It features a manual transmission and comes equipped with numerous desirable options not available in the standard $224,750 Touring model—which is assuming one can even purchase one from a Porsche dealer.

      This specific unit is finished in M7K Arctic Gray with metallic bronze vinyl side stripes and Porsche lettering. It includes a carbon roof, $10,000 in PCCB carbon brakes, a nose-lift, and a Bose surround-sound system. Notably, the highlight is the bucket seat interior, upgraded with an Exclusive Manufaktur package showcasing plaid centers. These options enhanced the base GT3's $169,700 price to $229,070, including destination charges.

      The $265,000 price achieved by this 911 on Bring a Trailer is not uncommon for the GT3 models, which typically sell for substantially more than their original cost. However, with various options available, would the minor blemish in its history dissuade you from considering this GT3, or would the assurance of a proper repair alleviate your concerns?