I wonder if we're entering a new era for used Porsche prices. One where they behave like other mass produced cars; i.e. they depreciate.
I mean, is there any logical reason why a Porsche 996 Carrera shouldn't depreciate? OK for rare models like a GT2 or something perhaps, but not for the mainstream cars I'd have thought. Supply and demand and all that.
And of course, you're buying a car that's typically 20 years old, so unless the previous owner has spent heavily, your new 996 will surely deplete your wallet. And if 996's are anything like my 993, parts prices can be outrageous.
And then there's the M96 engine problems that afflict the 996 to some extent.
I think this "prices will go up, won't they?" reasoning may no longer be relevant for any Porsche outside of halo models.