Most of us dreamt of owning a supercar when we were growing up. The allure of driving around town in a flashy car and getting attention hooked us and made us strive to own the latest model that came out. The bad news was that the price of a new supercar was too exorbitant for most of us, so we gave up on the dream of being a supercar owner.
Although most cars depreciate in value, there are some rare classics and supercars that appreciate. Then, there are those who lose so much value that it becomes affordable to many people. That's one of the perks of a supercar that has depreciated significantly. They become cheaper, but they also lose their appeal with the drop in value.
One of the reasons we want supercars is because we can't have them due to the exorbitant price. We compiled a list of old supercars that have seen a significant drop in value.
12. 2013 Nissan GT-R Premium - 43% Depreciation
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The good news for Nissan GT-R fans is that the car still looks as dashing as ever. The bad news is that the car has lost quite a bit of its value. Some will construe that as a positive since it will make the car more affordable for them to buy. The loss in value is a matter of perspective.
11. 2015 BMW i8 - 50% Depreciation
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Although the i8 looked futuristic and BMW has ensured that the car performs well and has a good range, sales of hybrids have proven to some manufacturers that it's not worth their while to carry on with the production. That's why BMW announced that it would end production of the i8 this year.
10. 1995 Acura NSX - 54% Depreciation
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This is one of those classic supercars that hasn't managed to appreciate in value. Instead, the Acura NSX has lost a tremendous amount of value. That's good news for fans who wanted to own the car when it cost around $80,000. Now, it's possible to pick one up for around $38,000.
9. 2006 Lamborghini Gallardo - 54% Depreciation
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Regardless of Gallardo's value, it will always remain a classic. Its iconic style will always be timeless. Lamborghini made such a success of it that the Italian automaker sold more than 14,000 units, making it Lamborghini's best-selling model of all time. Maybe now's a good time to own this stunner.
8. 1999 Ferrari 360 Modena - 56% Depreciation
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There are some Ferrari classics that have fetched for several millions at auctions and have set sales records, but there are also some that aren't a favorite amongst consumers. If you have a budget of around $65,000 and you want a Ferrari, then the 360 Modena might just be your cup of tea.
7. 2005 Lamborghini Murcielago - 57% Depreciation
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Buying a Lamborghini for $140,000 is now possible, and it's the Murcielago that will be in your garage for that price. One of the most appealing features of a Lamborghini is the unique design. On top of that, you can expect to get good performance and plenty of people turning to look at your car.
6. 2003 Dodge Viper SRT-10 - 57% Depreciation
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Despite losing a lot of value, Dodge Viper still remains one of the most dashing looking sports cars. Many consider a Viper to be a muscle car, but its technology enables it to compete with some of the supercars on the road. With its purchase price slashed in half, Dodge Viper seems appealing than ever before.
5. 1998 Ferrari F355 - 60% Depreciation
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If you search on Car Gurus, you'll be able to find a 1998 Ferrari 355 for around $60,000. That's not bad considering what you get. Under the hood lies a 3.5-liter V8, capable of producing 375 horsepower. The car needs 4.7 seconds to reach 0 to 60 mph. Not bad for a '90s model.
4. 2000 Lotus Esprit V8 Twin Turbo - 60% Depreciation
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Lotus deserves a lot of credit for producing a futuristic car in the ‘90s. If you had bought it at that time, you would have had a unique car, but the only problem was that it lost a tremendous amount of value throughout the years. According to Hotcars, you can pick one up for about $35,000.
3. 2008 Maserati GranTurismo - 75% Depreciation
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GranTurismo was one of the most popular models that Maserati produced. Even today, it’s an impressive model. Unfortunately, for the Italian automaker, it had to stop producing the model. It's a pity that GranTurismo doesn't have good resell value since the cars look so sophisticated and provide good performance.
2. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 - 78% Depreciation
via Hemmings Motor News
There used to be a time when the DB9 was the sports car to have. The James Bond movies had a lot to do with that perception. Although many people don't consider it to be a supercar, DB9 used to be out of most people's budgets just like a supercar.
1. 2007 Maserati Quattroporte Sport GT - 82% Depreciation
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Don't be surprised if you pick up a 2007 Quattroporte for around $22,000. That's a significant decrease from the original price. One of the features that made the car more reliable and affordable from a maintenance perspective was the ZF automatic transmission.
