The Comedian With Million-Dollar Taste
Most people know Jerry Seinfeld for his legendary sitcom and obsession with everyday annoyances. Car enthusiasts know him for something else entirely: his extraordinary Porsche collection. From vintage race cars to limited-production sports cars, Seinfeld has owned machines that would make even the wealthiest collectors jealous. And some are worth millions.
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More Than Just A Celebrity Garage
Seinfeld isn't simply interested in expensive cars. He loves Porsche's engineering, history, and mechanical quirks. In March 2016, he offered 16 Porsches and two Volkswagens at a Gooding & Company auction in Amelia Island, Florida. The event generated more than $22 million, giving enthusiasts a rare glimpse into his incredible collection
How We're Ranking His Rarest Porsches
Rather than guessing what Seinfeld's cars might fetch today, we're ranking 15 of his rarest and most desirable Porsches by their verified 2016 auction selling prices, from lowest to highest. All figures are in US dollars and include auction fees. These are historical transactions, not estimates of their current market values.
1966 Porsche 911 — $275,000
Sometimes originality matters more than outrageous horsepower. Seinfeld's 1966 Porsche 911 had covered fewer than 19,000 miles and represented the earliest generation of the model that would define Porsche for decades. Beautifully preserved early 911s are increasingly prized, and this example demonstrated why collectors love cars that haven't been excessively modified.
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1958 Porsche 597 Jagdwagen — $330,000
A military-style Porsche? Believe it or not, the German manufacturer once developed a rugged four-wheel-drive vehicle called the Jagdwagen. Only 71 were built, making this one of Porsche's strangest rarities. Seinfeld's olive-drab example sold for $330,000, proving that serious collectors appreciate more than sleek sports cars and racing machines.
1989 Porsche 911 Carrera Speedster — $363,000
Inspired by Porsche's original 356 Speedster, this distinctive 911 featured a shortened windshield and unmistakable convertible styling. Seinfeld's example had fewer than 3,800 miles on its odometer. It wasn't the most powerful Porsche in his garage, but its relatively low mileage and nostalgic design made it a wonderful collector's piece.
2011 Porsche 997 Speedster — $440,000
Porsche revived the Speedster name in spectacular fashion for 2011, producing just 356 examples. Seinfeld's Pure Blue car was number nine in the production run. Combining modern 911 performance with traditional Speedster styling, this exclusive convertible offered collectors something increasingly desirable: a relatively modern Porsche produced in genuinely limited numbers.
2012 Porsche 997 GT3 Cup 4.0 Brumos Edition — $462,000
Only five examples of this special GT3 Cup race car were produced to commemorate Brumos Racing's relationship with Porsche. Seinfeld purchased his example new from Brumos. Featuring racing-focused engineering and a distinctive motorsport appearance, it was built for enthusiasts who preferred racetracks to country-club parking lots.
1957 Porsche 356 A Speedster — $682,000
Few cars capture Porsche's early charm better than the 356 Speedster. Seinfeld's 1957 example featured beautiful Aquamarine Metallic paint and had remained in one family's ownership for approximately 50 years. Its exceptional restoration and matching-numbers engine helped make it a standout. At $682,000, nostalgia certainly wasn't cheap.
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1963 Porsche 356 B Carrera 2 Coupe — $825,000
The Carrera 2 was no ordinary 356. Its sophisticated four-cam engine made it one of the most desirable performance versions of Porsche's original sports car. Seinfeld's 1963 example received a factory upgrade to GT engine specifications in 1964, adding another fascinating chapter to its history and appeal among serious enthusiasts.
1997 Porsche 993 Cup 3.8 RSR — $935,000
For Porsche purists, the 993 generation holds a special place as the final air-cooled 911. The Cup 3.8 RSR took that legacy into serious racing territory. Seinfeld's remarkably low-mileage example represented the ultimate development of Porsche's naturally aspirated, air-cooled racing 911s. It sold for an impressive $935,000.
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1994 Porsche 964 Turbo 3.6 S Flachbau — $1,017,500
With its unusual flat-nose styling, this 964 Turbo looked unlike almost anything else on the road. Porsche produced just 76 examples of the Turbo 3.6 S Flachbau through its Exclusive program. Seinfeld's silver example combined spectacular rarity with turbocharged performance, making it a natural seven-figure collector's car.
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1958 Porsche 356 A Carrera GS/GT Speedster — $1,540,000
Seinfeld's 1958 Carrera Speedster was considerably more exotic than the familiar 356 convertible. One of only 56 GS/GT Carrera Speedsters built, it combined lightweight construction with competition-minded engineering. Its unusual Auratium Green finish made it especially striking. Despite falling below its original auction estimate, it still commanded $1.54 million.
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1990 Porsche 962C — $1,650,000
Now we're entering genuine endurance-racing territory. The Porsche 962 became a motorsport legend through its success in international sports-car competition. Seinfeld's 1990 example was a factory-supported Joest Racing machine with an authentic competition history. Unlike a modern supercar designed for wealthy enthusiasts, this was a serious racing weapon.
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1974 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.0 IROC RSR — $2,310,000
Built for the International Race of Champions, this yellow 911 was among just 15 IROC RSRs produced. The car competed during the original IROC era, when leading racing drivers battled in specially prepared machines. Its remarkable pedigree helped it smash expectations, selling for significantly more than its $1.5 million upper estimate.
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1959 Porsche 718 RSK — $2,860,000
The 718 RSK continued Porsche's lightweight, mid-engine racing tradition. With its elegant aerodynamic bodywork and competition-focused engineering, it embodied an era when modestly powered Porsches could challenge much larger rivals. Seinfeld's beautifully presented example was among the most valuable machines offered during his 2016 auction, bringing nearly $2.9 million.
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1973 Porsche 917/30 Can-Am Spyder — $3,000,000
The legendary 917/30 was one of Porsche's most outrageous racing creations, capable of producing extraordinary power from its turbocharged flat-12 engine. Seinfeld's example was completed for the 1974 racing season but never competed in period. It sold for $3 million, below its estimate, yet remained among the auction's greatest attractions.
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1955 Porsche 550 Spyder — $5,335,000
The undisputed star of Seinfeld's auction was his stunning blue 550 Spyder. Closely associated with Porsche's early racing triumphs, the lightweight 550 remains one of the marque's most celebrated creations. Seinfeld's exceptionally original example had covered only around 10,000 miles. Its $5.335 million sale price topped everything else in his offering.
The Rare Porsche That Didn't Sell
One particularly intriguing machine never found a buyer: Seinfeld's 2000 Porsche Carrera GT prototype. One of two such prototypes, it wasn't a road-ready production supercar. Gooding estimated its value at $1.5 million to $2 million, but bidding failed to meet its reserve. Its true collector value remained unconfirmed.
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Why These Cars Command Such Extraordinary Prices
What makes a Porsche worth millions? Rarity certainly helps, but originality, racing history, documentation, and mechanical significance can matter just as much. Seinfeld's collection featured all four qualities. His auction also demonstrated that enthusiasts aren't necessarily paying for the fastest Porsche. They're paying for a particular piece of automotive history.
An Obsession That Goes Beyond Money
Seinfeld has insisted that he buys cars because he loves them, not because they're investments. His 2016 auction offered extraordinary evidence of his enthusiasm, from humble early 911s to legendary race cars. Which would you choose: the beautiful 550 Spyder, the terrifying 917/30, or something entirely different?
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