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Duffs4me · 11 February 2011, 02:40 PM

Boys I have an opportunity at buying a new 2010 GMT C or a new discontinued GMT for 08 with Pepsi Bezel both from AD and both same price any help as your thoughts on which would be a better value and more in demand down the road?

Thanks

Dan Pierce · 11 February 2011, 02:53 PM

I'd go for the pepsi. You can always but a ceramic GMT in the future.
dP

Dr. Robert · 12 February 2011, 12:11 PM

no coke....pepsi
John Belushi

gmh1013 · 11 February 2011, 02:56 PM

pepsi

JBat · 12 February 2011, 05:39 AM

I recently traded in my 116710 for a Coke 16710 and have not regretted the decision one bit. As for buying modern Rolex wristwatches as investments, that is a zero sum game. But it to enjoy it, or don't buy it at all. Welcome to TRF.

p_mcgee · 12 February 2011, 07:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JBat

I recently traded in my 116710 for a Coke 16710 and have not regretted the decision one bit.

x2

nch209 · 12 February 2011, 06:38 AM

pepsi

nauticajoe · 12 February 2011, 06:41 AM

That's easy...Pepsi!

cjnesher · 12 February 2011, 06:55 AM

Pepsi! That's my next purchase.

imono · 12 February 2011, 07:30 AM

I'd jump at the 08 Pepsi without hesitation.

tfduff723 · 12 February 2011, 07:34 AM

All of the advice noted above is spot on.

I am lucky to own both a 16710 & 116710. IMO, the ceramic GMT will no doubt be around for a while without changes. So, I would go with the pepsi 16710.

As a bonus you can always get the other bezel inserts (coke & black) and/or a jubilee bracelet. That gives you potentially six watches in one.

Medtech · 12 February 2011, 07:41 AM

If the price of the GMT II is at fair market value or better, then that would be the better buy, but not by much. If you are leaning towards that watch, then perhaps look for an even older model that is done with the steep part of it's depreciation curve.

GL!

serdal22 · 12 February 2011, 07:48 AM

Dear Marty,

I would go with Pepsi without hesitation a single second! It is a fantastic classic

And later on you can always find GMTc anyway, but get a Pepsi while you can.

Don't forget to treat our eyes with many lovely fotos. It is the tradition

Capt. Serdal

TempoKing · 12 February 2011, 07:38 AM

Over $7.000 dollars for a 16710 "Pepsi"..?..

I bet these kind AD's must be having a party, as they can not
even sell diamond jewelry with such markups.

Jason71 · 12 February 2011, 07:58 AM

Don't buy your watch based on poorly predictable future values. Buy a watch because you like it, and you plan to wear the heck out of it

Incidentally, I would also get the pepsi

Zed Homme · 12 February 2011, 01:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jason71

Don't buy your watch based on poorly predictable future values. Buy a watch because you like it, and you plan to wear the heck out of it

Incidentally, I would also get the pepsi

Well said Jason, i agree. All in all we obsess too much about resale when the true gift is smiling when seeing the watch on the wrist. I own both, but have rarely touched the pepsi since I bought the gmt2. My vote is with the ceramic...

dalip · 12 February 2011, 01:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zed Homme

Well said Jason, i agree. All in all we obsess too much about resale when the true gift is smiling when seeing the watch on the wrist. I own both, but have rarely touched the pepsi since I bought the gmt2. My vote is with the ceramic...

On another note:

I'm thinking of doing this

I also prefer the added heft and size of the newer case...but for the Sub in SS..(and the GMT2C in TT)
Bye Bye:

Hello: (not my pic)

sleddog · 12 February 2011, 02:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dalip

On another note:

I'm thinking of doing this

I also prefer the added heft and size of the newer case...but for the Sub in SS..(and the GMT2C in TT)
Bye Bye:

Hello: (not my pic)

Oh lord.......What have I done!?!?!?!?!

(secretly,I agree!!!

)

Cru Jones · 12 February 2011, 07:58 AM

MSRP on the GMTIIC?

i say, get the AD to throw in the coke and black bezels and tool to change them, and then pull the trigger STAT.

Xpert37 · 12 February 2011, 07:58 AM

Get pepsi. You can switch out the bezel insert for coke and all black, gives you 3 watches to play with. You can always get GMT IIc at a later time, it's not going away any time soon.

rkammer · 12 February 2011, 08:16 AM

Definitely the Pepsi.

snowbird · 12 February 2011, 09:12 AM

I agree on the Pepsi. You can always get the ceramic.

HL65 · 12 February 2011, 09:14 AM

Pepsi for me!!

HKtoter · 12 February 2011, 09:49 AM

Pepsi.

GoldenBear · 12 February 2011, 10:04 AM

I'd choose a Pepsi...don't try to factor in "investment"...

Duffs4me · 12 February 2011, 10:16 AM

Thanks to everyone for reaffirming what I was thinking regarding Pro Pepsi!

dddrees · 12 February 2011, 10:19 AM

I vote for the Pepsi as well.

Chipmunk · 12 February 2011, 10:25 AM

The joy of Pepsi.

Juggernaut · 12 February 2011, 10:54 AM

Get the Pepsi...and then switch to a Coke Bezel!

Art 1 · 12 February 2011, 10:59 AM

I would go for the GMT2c. The price for the pepsi is too high. IMO.

11 February 2011, 02:40 PM	#1
Duffs4me "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Marty Foxman Location: Orange County, Ca Watch: Wg panda, wg sub Posts: 100	GMTC vs GMT Pepsi Purchase Boys I have an opportunity at buying a new 2010 GMT C or a new discontinued GMT for 08 with Pepsi Bezel both from AD and both same price any help as your thoughts on which would be a better value and more in demand down the road? Thanks

11 February 2011, 02:53 PM	#2
Dan Pierce 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Real Name: D'OH! Location: Kentucky Watch: Rolex-1 Tudor-3 Posts: 36,215	I'd go for the pepsi. You can always but a ceramic GMT in the future. dP __________________ TRF Member# 1668 Bass Player in TRF "AFTER DARK" Bar & NightClub Band Commander-in-Chief of The Nylon Nation The Crown & Shield Club Honorary Member of P-Club

12 February 2011, 12:11 PM	#3
Dr. Robert 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Bob Location: U.S.A. Watch: 1655 Posts: 64,260	no coke....pepsi John Belushi __________________ Founder & Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

12 February 2011, 06:38 AM	#7
nch209 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Real Name: Nathan Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 2,775	pepsi __________________ nch209

12 February 2011, 06:55 AM	#9
cjnesher "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Real Name: Chris Location: Clearwater, FL Watch: 1675 Posts: 343	Pepsi! That's my next purchase. __________________ "Alright, Alright, Alright"

11 February 2011, 02:56 PM	#4
gmh1013 Banned Join Date: Jun 2008 Real Name: greg Location: Tempe AZ Watch: GMT Posts: 5,703	pepsi

12 February 2011, 05:39 AM	#5
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	I recently traded in my 116710 for a Coke 16710 and have not regretted the decision one bit. As for buying modern Rolex wristwatches as investments, that is a zero sum game. But it to enjoy it, or don't buy it at all. Welcome to TRF.

12 February 2011, 06:41 AM	#8
nauticajoe "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Joe Location: PA Posts: 14,774	That's easy...Pepsi!

12 February 2011, 07:30 AM	#10
imono "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: USA Posts: 3,241	I'd jump at the 08 Pepsi without hesitation.

12 February 2011, 07:34 AM	#11
tfduff723 "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Michigan USA Watch: Rolex & Omega 4 Me Posts: 1,685	All of the advice noted above is spot on. I am lucky to own both a 16710 & 116710. IMO, the ceramic GMT will no doubt be around for a while without changes. So, I would go with the pepsi 16710. As a bonus you can always get the other bezel inserts (coke & black) and/or a jubilee bracelet. That gives you potentially six watches in one.

12 February 2011, 07:41 AM	#12
Medtech Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: West-siide! Watch: it buddy! Posts: 334	If the price of the GMT II is at fair market value or better, then that would be the better buy, but not by much. If you are leaning towards that watch, then perhaps look for an even older model that is done with the steep part of it's depreciation curve. GL!

12 February 2011, 07:48 AM	#13
serdal22 "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Real Name: Serdal Location: B.C., Canada Watch: 16610-1680-16710 Posts: 456	Pepsi Without Hesitation Dear Marty, I would go with Pepsi without hesitation a single second! It is a fantastic classic And later on you can always find GMTc anyway, but get a Pepsi while you can. Don't forget to treat our eyes with many lovely fotos. It is the tradition Capt. Serdal

12 February 2011, 07:38 AM	#14
TempoKing Banned Join Date: Jan 2008 Real Name: Anastasios Location: Athens Greece Watch: Rolex GMT 1675 Posts: 8,497	Over $7.000 dollars for a 16710 "Pepsi"..?.. I bet these kind AD's must be having a party, as they can not even sell diamond jewelry with such markups.

12 February 2011, 07:58 AM	#15
Jason71 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Rolex/Tudor Divers Posts: 7,973	Don't buy your watch based on poorly predictable future values. Buy a watch because you like it, and you plan to wear the heck out of it Incidentally, I would also get the pepsi __________________ Best Regards, Jason Just Say "NO" to Polishing Card-Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch Curmudgeons LIfe is too short to wear inexpensive watches PLEXI IS SEXY

12 February 2011, 07:58 AM	#19
Cru Jones 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Paris, France Posts: 35,300	MSRP on the GMTIIC? i say, get the AD to throw in the coke and black bezels and tool to change them, and then pull the trigger STAT.

12 February 2011, 07:58 AM	#20
Xpert37 Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Eli Location: Long Island Watch: 16610 Posts: 117	Get pepsi. You can switch out the bezel insert for coke and all black, gives you 3 watches to play with. You can always get GMT IIc at a later time, it's not going away any time soon.

12 February 2011, 08:16 AM	#21
rkammer "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: Central Florida Posts: 440	Definitely the Pepsi. __________________ Regards, Ray K.

12 February 2011, 09:12 AM	#22
snowbird "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: USA Watch: Sea-Dweller 16600 Posts: 2,157	I agree on the Pepsi. You can always get the ceramic.

12 February 2011, 09:14 AM	#23
HL65 TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Ken Location: SW Florida Watch: One on my wrist. Posts: 64,006	Pepsi for me!! __________________ *SPEM SUCCESSUS ALIT*

12 February 2011, 09:49 AM	#24
HKtoter "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Real Name: Steve Location: Roll Tide Watch: 16710 Pepsi Posts: 1,025	Pepsi.

12 February 2011, 10:04 AM	#25
GoldenBear "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: San Francisco Watch: Submariner Posts: 2,480	I'd choose a Pepsi...don't try to factor in "investment"... __________________ ____________________________________________ Rolex Blue TT Submariner Rolex SS Submariner Breitling Emergency Mission They are just watches, wear 'em. ____________________________________________

12 February 2011, 10:16 AM	#26
Duffs4me "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Real Name: Marty Foxman Location: Orange County, Ca Watch: Wg panda, wg sub Posts: 100	Thanks to everyone for reaffirming what I was thinking regarding Pro Pepsi!

12 February 2011, 10:19 AM	#27
dddrees "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2010 Real Name: Dan Location: USA Watch: This N That Posts: 34,253	I vote for the Pepsi as well. __________________ When it captures your imagination, that's when you know you have found your passion. Loyal Foot Soldier of The Nylon Nation. Card Carrying Member of the Global Association of Retro-Grouch-Curmudgeons

12 February 2011, 10:25 AM	#28
Chipmunk "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Real Name: Alvin Location: So Cal Watch: ROLEXES Posts: 5,390	The joy of Pepsi. __________________ "A thing of beauty is a joy forever"............John Keats

12 February 2011, 10:54 AM	#29
Juggernaut "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 901	Get the Pepsi...and then switch to a Coke Bezel!

12 February 2011, 10:59 AM	#30
Art 1 Banned Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Florida, Canada Watch: Rol/Seik/Tud/Omega Posts: 30,244	I would go for the GMT2c. The price for the pepsi is too high. IMO.

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