The Color White

I have been told by a few Porsche and Exotic Car dealers that white is a hard resale and they do not recommend it for that reason. I personally love white but I don't have to have it. It seems that white is so rare anyways that there would be a demand for it. Anyone have any thoughts or opinions? Are they hard to resell?? Thanks.

I would love to have white. Silver, Black, Guards, White -- all "primary" colors that I would expect to have high demand. Now if you go with a bright red interior with it, you may have to find just the right buyer. White on grey, white on black... sweet and classy. The white aero with no tail that I see in a signature on the 996 forum regularly is one of my all-time favorite porsches.

I had a hard time finding the color we want...Guards Red. It was either guards red or white. Used car dealerships (Porsche or not) tend to stock easily-sold neutral colors; black, silver, grey, etc. To me, I picked the car because I liked the color, not because the used car dealership likes it for resale!

i think white is a great color... for exotic... the primary works....

I was told the same thing once about an all white 993 (gran prix white if I recall correctly) that I had (dark blue int). I still love white. What a bunch of *@$%

that salesman is crazy.

As Scremeleons said, the guy is crazy. White is a great color. Not common, looks great, and if you look at edmunds (for what it's worth) actually ADDS to the resale value. That aside, you should chose the color you like in a car that you're going to keep - that way resale value is a moot point. All cars depreciate and in the end as long is it's not a hideous color, then you'll find a buyer. Now, if you're intending flipping the car after a short period, then a bad color might not help your chances. I never envisaged buying this car - in fact have discounted white cars from previous car searches, but on seeing my car I fell in love and would now buy white whenever I get the chance.... although, it has to be white with a black interior, not white with tan (which is for some reason common).

white is awsome. I had a boxster in glaciar white and always got lots of comments about it and traded it in for a good price when I got the 996. Later porsche on the boster made glaciar a special order and had a more creamish color as the base white. I thought it looked no where near as good. I guess my point is that not all porsche white's are created equal. I loved glaciar white

Scream, I would trade for your white aero in a heartbeat. Maybe. When am I going to see that girl? We are neighbors after all!

Wife was looking for a Boxster, I found one with less than 8k miles, a Tip which she wanted. When she learned it was white, she was no longer interested. I talked her into looking at it and driving it. In less than 5 minutes behind the wheel she said, "I want this car". I suggested she look at some others, she wanted the Glacier White one with the Metropol Blue top and interior. She still loves the color combo nearly 5 years later.

It was the same deal for me... the dealer told me about it on the phone (along with 3 other cars) I didn't even bother to write down the details, then when I saw it my opinion changed.

Zoolander, When my dad worked at Heishman's, he had a regular customer who at one point ordered a 996TT. When my dad asked what color he wanted it in, he said "Surprise me". So my dad ordered it in white. I came to the dealership one day to see it, and was expecting it to look terrible. Normally I can't stand the look of white 911s, but the 996 lines are more amenable to it, I must confess. But on a 996TT, it looks fantastic. White brings out the hips and every little gorgeous curve that car has. I was shocked. 911 SC White with blue interior? Yuck x1000. White 996TT? Hot! Hurry up and buy a car Justin

Paul, I work in Sterling sometimes, too! And live in Fairfax! I want in Justin

The salesman just want to sell what he has in the lot!!! White with black interior is absolutely my first choice for my next P car.

I was specifically looking for a bright/light color... Yellow Guards Red White I'm very happy with my choice! thanks, Amir

I ask because I didn't hear it from one salesperson but from quite a few reputable Pcar dealers. I am glad to hear that this seems to be just a salesperson opinion. justinmm2-I know, I know...after two failed PPIs and a seller selling one out from under me I am about to give up. You can't blame me for not trying. I have actually found another one that I might make an offer on tomorrow pending a PPI.

Are you only interested in a color that you can count on reselling? Or are you into it for the long run?

If I recall correctly, the primary colors are red, yellow, and blue.

Buy what you like. You are the one that has to live with the car/color. When buying/selling this type of car, the condition is just as important as the color IMHO, especially if you plan to keep the car. That said, I would stay away from the unusual, like white with green interior unless that's your thing, 'cause that might hurt resale.

Paul, anytime. I keep trying to make it to the local get-togethers but always get side-tracked.

I usually keep cars like this for 2-3 years. If a solid and very clean white one came my way I wouldn't hesitate.

Yeah, the salesman was crazy..................

Porsche-T-Gorgeous. Do you want to sell?

Are you kidding? I call my car "College Fund" (because the kids can fend for themselves!) Only kidding...I don't have kids

Two words regarding white.....CUP CAR

That's why I put " around "primary." Wellardmac -- yours is the one I referred to as "my all time fav."

I think my next 911 is a white 997. I love white. More importantly if you like it buy it. It is your car to drive. Do not get all wrapped up in resale and matters that can be dealt with later. It is your car! Get what you want.

I would give anything to have my car in white, I hate black, especially basalt. I think it is a horrible color because it has the characteristics of black when it comes to showing dirt but has a shallow luster of a white or silver, cant win with basalt.

That doesn't make any sense to me either. The next time you're driving, notice how many cars on the road in general are white. I believe it's the majority. Bottom line, buy the car you want to own and drive that will give you the most satisfaction. I immediately get a big grin plastered on my face every time I get in my 996 and turn the motor over. That's what it's all about.

I get it get it both ways about the White color if anyone does comment on it. At the end of the day they make that comment because it's a 911, and I also don't think about the color 95% of the time... it's about "the grin".

I am on my 3rd White Porsche. I have looked specificly each time and would pay extra, so to me the answer is no...white does not loose value for the car.

hey I am all in for a NOVA meet and greet for white or any color Porsche aficionados even if you currently are without a P-car ! JSA good chatting with you this morning IRL. Just gonna have to watch those white cars next to my red one. God if they reproduce well have a pink boxster !

Respectfully disagree with the group. Unless you're in a warm weather climate (West coast, Florida), you don't see nearly as many white cars on the road as you do a number of other colors, partricularly black or silver. Not even close. So, while white will not significantly hurt you on a resale, by choosing white you are-- at least in my opinion-- limiting your target population some measurable amount (unless you're in a warm weather climate) becasue many folks just don't want a white car. Having daid that, I agree with whomever it was that said you should buy the color that YOU want and not worry about resale.

Like the one I have on my office desk at home. Thank you! I wasn't sure, so kept quiet. Pity that you're not close enough to come any play with us on our drive in a couple of weeks. There will be a few white Porsches there.