There's A Bidding War For This Damaged Porsche Carrera GT

这可能是一生的可能的交易anyone who desires to own a Porsche Carrera GT, a supercar that makes the911 GT2 RSseem tame. Alternatively, it could become a financial money pit. But fortune favors the brave, right? Hopefully. Currently up for auction on everyone's favorite car salvage site Copart is this 2005 Carrera GT. It's one of just 1,270 examples built beginning in 2003 through 2007. Like all Carrera GTs, it's powered by a naturally aspirated 5.7-liter V10 rated at 603 horsepower and 435 lb-ft of torque, all of which is directed to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual.

Some say it's one of themost dangerous modern carsin existence due to its high power output and lack of stability control. It's for experienced and cautious drivers only. But the temptation to own one by the inexperienced with money to spare remains as strong as ever.

And this could be a rare opportunity to make that happen. This 8,384-mile Carrera GT was evidently involved in a front-end collision judging by what's left of the bumper. There also appears to be some slight hood damage. Fortunately, that shouldn't have affected the engine given its midship placement. Inside, the passenger airbag is still deployed but everything else appears to be in fine shape.

The listing states it still runs and drives. Of course, a closer inspection is a must, but that's not something prospective buyers can do beforehand. Like with all Copart salvaged cars, this one is being sold as-is. And it appears that enough people think it's worth the risk.