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Jerry Seinfeld's Upgraded Porsche Sells for $664,500

10/19/2025

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Jerry Seinfeld sold his modified 1971 Porsche 911S for $664,500 at an online auction.
He bought the car in 2008 and commissioned RUF to upgrade it, spending about €257,883.
The upgrades included a 3.4-liter flat-six engine, upgraded suspension, and custom interior features.
The sale price exceeded the car's original value, enabling Seinfeld to profit about $150,000 after 15 years and illustrating how celebrity status can boost classic-car value.

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Story summary

Jerry Seinfeld sold his modified 1971 Porsche 911S for $664,500 at an online auction.
He bought the car in 2008 and commissioned RUF to upgrade it, spending about €257,883.
The upgrades included a 3.4-liter flat-six engine, upgraded suspension, and custom interior features.
The sale price exceeded the car's original value, enabling Seinfeld to profit about $150,000 after 15 years and illustrating how celebrity status can boost classic-car value.