6 Expensive Cars That Will Continue To Appreciate in Value Over Time
Nearly all cars start losing value upon purchase and continue to depreciate over time — “nearly” being the key word.
Some rare vehicles are so unique, coveted, iconic and limited in production that they actually appreciate over time. Cars that gain value tend to be too expensive for the average buyer — or even the above-average buyer — before their MSRPs become inflated over time.
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But if you have six figures to dish out on a high-performance supercar, you stand to make your money back and then some when it comes time to sell.
Porsche 911 GT3 RS
With a $241,300 starting price, the 911 GT3 RS is expensive even by the standards of the Porsche nameplate, but all those dollars buy 518 horsepower, three-second 0-60 acceleration and a 184-mph top speed — and the chance to sell it for more than you paid for it.
“Renowned for its rarity and racing pedigree, the Porsche 911 GT3 RS is often sought after by collectors due to its limited production,” said Rob Dillan, founder of EVhype. “Historically, limited-edition Porsches have tended to increase in value a few years after release.”
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Ferrari 488 Pista
With a maximum horsepower of 720, the Ferrari 488 Pista’s engine roars past even that of the mighty Porsche 911 GT3 RS, which is just one reason why collectors are willing to pay top dollar even for used models.
“This model is from Ferrari’s V8-engined special series and has a strong reputation for appreciating in value,” said Dillan.
In fact, it boasts “the most powerful V8 engine in the Maranello marque’s history and is the company’s special series sports car with the highest level yet of technological transfer from racing,” according to Ferrari.
Its racing lineage is right there in the name — “pista” means “track” in Italian.
“The 488 Pista combines advanced aerodynamics with a powerful engine, traits that make it a favorite among enthusiasts and collectors,” said Dillan.
According to CarBuzz, the 488 Pista sold for $330,000 brand new in 2020, its final model year. However, you can find used 2020 models selling for $500,000-$900,000 today on specialty sites like DuPont Registry.
Ford GT
Ford produced the last street-legal GT for model year 2022, but if you can get your hands on one, consider it to be more of an investment than a purchase.
“The Ford GT is a modern classic that draws from Ford’s heritage of Le Mans victories,” said Dillan. “This limited production vehicle has a history of appreciating, especially as it taps into nostalgic and historic values.”
Designed with an aerodynamically optimal teardrop shape, the 660-horsepower Ford GT sold for $500,000 brand new. Today, all six models listed for sale on CarGurus are from 2021 or 2022 and have asking prices over $1 million.
McLaren 720S
The feather-light but strong-as-steel McLaren 720S supercar can go from 0 to 60 in an astonishing 2.8 seconds and can cover a quarter-mile from a standing start in 10.4 seconds. Those are some of the benefits of a 720-horsepower engine, a 212-mph top speed and a limited production run.
Another benefit is an ever-growing resale value.
“Not all McLarens appreciate, but the 720S stands out for its technological innovation and exceptional performance, which make it a potential future classic,” said Dillan. “Well-maintained and low-mileage models of similar vehicles have historically increased in value.”
The 2023 model started at $310,500, and while no 2023 examples are listed for sale on sites like JamesEdition, used examples from 2019 through 2022 are already selling for more than their brand-new starting MSRPs.
Aston Martin DB11 AMR
The 2023 Aston Martin DB11 AMR came with a standard 528-horsepower twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 — but for those who need more power than even eight turbo-charged cylinders can produce, nothing would suffice except the roaring 630-horsepower twin-turbo 5.2-liter V-12 coupe.
Either way, you have a car with a $220,086 starting price that’s more likely to gain value than lose it over time.
“The high-performance variant of the DB11, the AMR offers exclusivity and advanced specifications that may increase its desirability over time, especially considering Aston Martin’s prestigious history in the luxury car market,” said Dillan.
Corvette Z06
Most Corvettes will depreciate just like any other car, so if you want to sell one for more than you bought it, think outside the box — or at least outside the assembly line.
“When you’re trying to determine which cars will appreciate over time, you need to pay attention to the quantity manufactured,” said Melanie Musson, an auto industry expert with AutoInsurance.org. “A car that has been manufactured 100,000 times will never appreciate like a car that they only make 500 of.”
That’s where the Z06 supercar comes in.
“Chevy only manufactures a few thousand of these cars a year,” said Musson. “The more specific the features, the more likely the Z06 will increase in value. People interested in collectible cars often look for convertibles and manual transmissions. So Z06 models with those features will likely appreciate the most.”
The 670-horsepower 2024 Z06 starts at $112,700.
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