Ruf, 992.2 Turbo and 917 | EP 250

EP 250 Are you part of the Pcar Club? No?  Join at www.Patreon.com/pcartalk Fahren access requires the membership and to limited 26 spots. Introduction Thank You: A special thank you to all our listeners and contributors for their continued support. Segment 1: Ruf Yellow Bird and Market Trends Ruf Yellow Bird Sale: The Ruf Yellow Bird, a rare model with only 29 units produced (none actually yellow), recently sold for approximately $6 million. This is a significant increase from the last sale in 2018, which was for about $1.1 million. The discussion focuses on the reasons behind this dramatic price hike, including inflation and market demand. Segment 2: Aaron's Recap from Amelia Aaron's Recap: Aaron shares insights from his recent visit to Amelia Island, highlighting key events and trends in the automotive world. Segment 3: 992.2 Turbo Sighting 992.2 Turbo Sighting: A prototype of the 992.2 Turbo was spotted in Colorado, featuring a hybrid-style GTS bumper. The discussion centers around potential powertrain configurations and whether this model will indeed be a hybrid. Segment 4: Seinfeld's Porsche 917 Sale Seinfeld's Porsche 917: Jerry Seinfeld's Porsche 917, which was listed for sale at Mecum in Florida, reportedly sold for an undisclosed amount exceeding $25 million. The conversation explores the potential sale price, the anonymity of the buyer, and whether the car will be displayed publicly. It also touches on the idea of car collectors like Seinfeld possibly becoming desensitized to their collections due to unlimited buying power. Break Segment 5: Porsche Financials and EV Impact Porsche Financial Update: Porsche anticipates a significant loss of $21.7 billion due to Volkswagen stake impairment, partly attributed to the shift towards electric vehicles. The discussion delves into whether Porsche's aggressive pricing strategies have contributed to this situation and how the company's direct sales model, bypassing dealerships, might impact the market. Conclusion Final Thoughts: The episode concludes with reflections on the future of car sales, the potential decline of traditional dealerships, and the evolving landscape of the automotive industry.