Pepsi GMT II question

[JJL]

A few questions for the GMT II experts:

1. When was the last year/serial they offered the Pepsi / non ceramic GMT II?

2. Do they have ROLEXROLEXROLEX engraved in the rehaut?

3. I see many mint examples available in the For Sale section, do you think there will still be several mint examples available in about a year?

4. I understand that there are different versions / movements, which movement is the most expensive and why?

If you haven't noticed, I'm very interested in buying one but think I should probably wait until next year to do so. Feel free to add any additional comments regarding GMTs II!!

[devildog2067]

1. 16710 production ended in 2007, so probably Z-serial (maybe M?)

2. The last year of production certainly would.

3. Probably.

4. As far as I know, there were only the 3185 and 3186

[Chipmunk]

If you like the Pepsi GMT, get it already if you can. It'll be more expensive next year.

[TTmax]

1. 16710 production ended in 2008, with M-serial

2. They never had ROLEXROLEXROLEX engraved in the rehaut.

3. Probably.

4. First one had the 3185 and last ones the 3186 (Z8xxx/Z9xxx/Mxxxx series). Those with 3186 are more expensive because only a few were sold during about one year only.

[JJL]

Thanks for the feedback guys. Weren't there also some models with lug holes, and some without - or am I getting it confused with the original GMT models?

[SPORTSFAN]

Originally Posted by JJL

Thanks for the feedback guys. Weren't there also some models with lug holes, and some without - or am I getting it confused with the original GMT models?

No, you are correct, my Z serial has no lug holes.

[jekuo]

Originally Posted by TTmax

1. 16710 production ended in 2008, with M-serial

2. They never had ROLEXROLEXROLEX engraved in the rehaut.

3. Probably.

4. First one had the 3185 and last ones the 3186 (Z8xxx/Z9xxx/Mxxxx series). Those with 3186 are more expensive because only a few were sold during about one year only.

+1

Also, there are several font variations on the Z and M models i.e. roman numeral, rectangular, and stick font. I used to have a Z series w/3186 and rectangular font, and currently have 2 of the M series w/stick fonts. They are definitely my favorite out of all the sport models.

Prices seem to go up every year, especially for pristine condition ones.

The Z and M series did not have lug holes.

[AJMarcus]

I agree. Jump on the Pepsi if you can. It will only increase in value. There are still plenty in great condition. I've seen a few for sale on TRf at good prices.

[horseco]

I think unused examples will be around for a few years, but the prices will go higher... unless Rolex unveils a ceramic Pepsi...