The failing economy=cheap fast cars

MOTORLOON1993 · January 31st, 2009, 10:20 AM

I keep finding fast cars for almost half a much or less than what they were originally worth. Does anybody want to post any more to out do me. Gallardo 2004 11000miles (2004)
11,000 miles £56,995

Just serviced 11,000 miles. Warranty updated clutch, Dual Zone Climate Control, External temperature gauge, Multi Function Display, PAS, Lamborghini sound system, Adjustable Intermittent wipers, Auto dimming rear view mirror, Electrically folding wing mirrors, Power windows, Speed sensitive automatic rear spoiler, Blue Alcantara headlining, head restraints, Illuminated glove box, Illuminated trunk, Blue and gray interior trim, Heated Mirrors, ABS, Driver and passenger airbags, ESP, Side airbags, Immobiliser, Remote control central locking, Electric reclining seats,Bi-Xenons Headlights With Wash Facility,19" Alloy Wheels, CD System, Electric Windows & Mirrors, Tracker system. [Hertfordshire]
http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/637984.htm

Epoq · January 31st, 2009, 3:36 PM

Yes, I've seen some screaming deals out there on some exotics, but most would still be financial ruin for me to purchase right now.

Unfortunately I don't have a link to it unfortunately since I saw this a few months back, but I've seen a Porsche Carrera GT sell for around the $240K mark. It was in excellent condition. Not bad considering a brand new model normally cost twice that. images/smilies/wacko.gif

starfox07 · January 31st, 2009, 6:39 PM

Here is a murcielago at $105,000

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Cars-...3A1|240%3A1318

Reserve not met, but it will sell for less than 145 I'm fairly confident.

No Boss · January 31st, 2009, 7:20 PM

^ I wonder what "Base trim" means in a $200k supercar?

teeb · January 31st, 2009, 7:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by No Boss

^ I wonder what "Base trim" means in a $200k supercar?

The leather comes from cats, not cows.

Tadite · January 31st, 2009, 7:47 PM

On the Evo boards they have stories of 2008 Evolution X MR with very low miles going for mid-20's.

That is a drop of over 10K in one year. Or roughly 30%.

Sure it isn't an exotic but it sure is a heck of a car for the money.

E34lover · February 1st, 2009, 10:41 PM

There's a 1997 AM (not sure what kind) for 50k and with only 4k miles.

hansvonaxion · February 1st, 2009, 10:57 PM

Not really the same thing, but Aussies can now pick up new Japanese cars cheaper than they are in Japan. Considering they were paying close to double not too long ago, that's a good deal. A new GT-R, for example, cn be had for less in Oz. I'm sure prices will rise when new stock makes its way over.

Oh, and camera equipment is cheaper in Oz too.
F'n crazy.

bobo_1314 · February 2nd, 2009, 2:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hansvonaxion

Not really the same thing, but Aussies can now pick up new Japanese cars cheaper than they are in Japan. Considering they were paying close to double not too long ago, that's a good deal. A new GT-R, for example, cn be had for less in Oz. I'm sure prices will rise when new stock makes its way over.

Oh, and camera equipment is cheaper in Oz too.
F'n crazy.

I think it's caused by the high Japanese currency that's making Japanese goods cost more domestically. Also, Japan is really an export country, so its economy really depends on how much goods people from the rest of the world order. Things are not selling well in North America (I'm in the wholesaling business, and so far people are ordering very little), so it's not rare to see huge discounts. For example, Nikon cameras are actually selling a bit cheaper than in Japan.

freeferrarisdonotexist · February 2nd, 2009, 6:14 AM

Bloody hell. Lamborghini for £50,000?!
I bought my car for £2000.
Therefore my car is only 25 times less valuable than the Lambo!
YAY!
Wait... why am I cheering?

hansvonaxion · February 2nd, 2009, 7:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobo_1314

I think it's caused by the high Japanese currency that's making Japanese goods cost more domestically. Also, Japan is really an export country, so its economy really depends on how much goods people from the rest of the world order. Things are not selling well in North America (I'm in the wholesaling business, and so far people are ordering very little), so it's not rare to see huge discounts. For example, Nikon cameras are actually selling a bit cheaper than in Japan.

Yeah I was just talking about due to the exchange rate - prices haven't changed in either country, just the exchange rate, and it takes time for price rises to filter through. It doesn't really affect anyone (yet) unless they're planning on shipping a car from one country to another or are considering whether to buy their camera domestically or OS etc.

NooDle · February 2nd, 2009, 8:54 AM

as long as cars like that are still out of the average Joe's reach (<25k€) I'm not really interested in a Carrera GT that's ONLY 240 K

thedguy · February 2nd, 2009, 9:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by freeferrarisdonotexist

Bloody hell. Lamborghini for £50,000?!
I bought my car for £2000.
Therefore my car is only 25 times less valuable than the Lambo!
YAY!
Wait... why am I cheering?

Because your car didn't lose 150k in value over the past 5 years

MOTORLOON1993 · February 2nd, 2009, 9:20 AM

TUSCAN 4.0 (2001)
16,900 miles £11,995

GN51 PBZ, 16900 miles, Le Mans Blue with Portland Grey half hide interior, blue carpets piped in prussian blue, prussian blue to dash top, seat inserts, gaitors and steering rim, blue stitching throughout, grey alcantara to door panels and headlining. Fitted with 18 inch spider alloys, ali pack and 6 stack CD. The engine runs but needs new finger followers as one follower has failed.. http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/790495.htm OMG

bone · February 2nd, 2009, 9:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hansvonaxion

Not really the same thing, but Aussies can now pick up new Japanese cars cheaper than they are in Japan. Considering they were paying close to double not too long ago, that's a good deal. A new GT-R, for example, cn be had for less in Oz. I'm sure prices will rise when new stock makes its way over.

Oh, and camera equipment is cheaper in Oz too.
F'n crazy.

don't know how wide spread cardoen is, but over here they have an action that when you buy a "bigger" car (like an audi A4), you can choose a 2nd smaller car (like a citroen C2) for free. no restrictions what so ever, if you want to sell the 2nd car on the cardoen driveway, go ahead

NOW THAT IS AN ACTION!

Spectre · February 2nd, 2009, 9:26 AM

The good news: The higher end cars now are getting stupid cheap.

The bad news: Servicing and repair costs are still the same.

If you couldn't afford the servicing when new.... well, it's probably even less likely that you can afford it now.

NooDle · February 2nd, 2009, 9:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bone

don't know how wide spread cardoen is, but over here they have an action that when you buy a "bigger" car (like an audi A4), you can choose a 2nd smaller car (like a citroen C2) for free. no restrictions what so ever, if you want to sell the 2nd car on the cardoen driveway, go ahead

NOW THAT IS AN ACTION!

yeah they did that a while ago, but it meant you had to buy this monstrosity

http://media.paultan.org/img/Hyundai_H1_Starex_1.jpg

only to get a KIA or some other piece of crap nobody wants...

I know that now they've changed it around a bit, but it's still "buy 1 good car, get another crap car you don't want for free"

Spectre · February 2nd, 2009, 10:32 AM

We've had "buy one get one free" car sales in the US off and on for about 25 years now...

thedguy · February 2nd, 2009, 3:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spectre

The good news: The higher end cars now are getting stupid cheap.

The bad news: Servicing and repair costs are still the same.

If you couldn't afford the servicing when new.... well, it's probably even less likely that you can afford it now.

An old saying goes "if you can't afford the car new, you can't afford the car used."

It's why even though many Ferrari's now ARE "dirt cheap" you still don't want to own one. Consider many of them had/have hand made body panels if you get in a wreck.

emil_t · February 2nd, 2009, 3:59 PM

yeah especially new cars,

BMW M3 coupe in the USA 58.000 $ 44.000 EU straing price
BMW M3 coupe ieurope 91.000 $ 70.000 EU starting price

33.000 $, 26.000 EU price diffrence ?
the prices are without tax.

that probably why in some parts of europe you see lots of US spec cars, they say it's cheaper to pay all the import taxes + delivery than buy new in ieurope, i've heard the delivery cost is 3,000 $ us to europe and 3 weeks 'till the boat arrives

January 31st, 2009, 10:20 AM	#1
MOTORLOON1993 Joined: Oct 26th, 2008 Last Online: Yesterday Location: Rotherham, South Yorkshire Age: 16 Posts: 358 Rep Power: 14	The failing economy=cheap fast cars I keep finding fast cars for almost half a much or less than what they were originally worth. Does anybody want to post any more to out do me. Gallardo 2004 11000miles (2004) 11,000 miles £56,995 Just serviced 11,000 miles. Warranty updated clutch, Dual Zone Climate Control, External temperature gauge, Multi Function Display, PAS, Lamborghini sound system, Adjustable Intermittent wipers, Auto dimming rear view mirror, Electrically folding wing mirrors, Power windows, Speed sensitive automatic rear spoiler, Blue Alcantara headlining, head restraints, Illuminated glove box, Illuminated trunk, Blue and gray interior trim, Heated Mirrors, ABS, Driver and passenger airbags, ESP, Side airbags, Immobiliser, Remote control central locking, Electric reclining seats,Bi-Xenons Headlights With Wash Facility,19" Alloy Wheels, CD System, Electric Windows & Mirrors, Tracker system. [Hertfordshire] http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/637984.htm

January 31st, 2009, 3:36 PM	#2
Epoq Joined: Jan 21st, 2007 Last Online: November 14th, 2009 Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma USA Age: 25 Posts: 121 Car: 1996 Mazda Xedos 9 Rep Power: 14	Yes, I've seen some screaming deals out there on some exotics, but most would still be financial ruin for me to purchase right now. Unfortunately I don't have a link to it unfortunately since I saw this a few months back, but I've seen a Porsche Carrera GT sell for around the $240K mark. It was in excellent condition. Not bad considering a brand new model normally cost twice that. __________________ Current Vehicles... 1996 Mazda Xedos 9 - 2008 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R - 2007 Kawasaki Ninja 650R - 2004 Ducati 999

January 31st, 2009, 6:39 PM	#3
starfox07 Joined: Oct 7th, 2007 Last Online: 4:27 AM Location: Ennis, Tx, USA Age: 20 Posts: 3,377 Car: 1984 Mazda RX7 GSL-SE Rep Power: 81	Here is a murcielago at $105,000 http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Cars-...3A1\|240%3A1318 Reserve not met, but it will sell for less than 145 I'm fairly confident. __________________ -Environmentally Hostile-

January 31st, 2009, 7:20 PM	#4
No Boss Neener, neener, I banned your title! Joined: Oct 8th, 2005 Last Online: November 8th, 2009 Location: 'mericuh, someday the UK. Age: 24 Posts: 6,859 Car: 2005 Volvo S60 R Rep Power: 86	^ I wonder what "Base trim" means in a $200k supercar? __________________

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Tadite Joined: Sep 28th, 2008 Last Online: August 3rd, 2009 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 60 Rep Power: 5	On the Evo boards they have stories of 2008 Evolution X MR with very low miles going for mid-20's. That is a drop of over 10K in one year. Or roughly 30%. Sure it isn't an exotic but it sure is a heck of a car for the money. __________________ 2001 Subaru Forester 152,000 Miles 2006 Honda Civic Coupe 50,000 Miles and 1968 Saab Sonett II

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E34lover Joined: Sep 7th, 2008 Last Online: 5:22 AM Location: Santa Monica, Commufornia Age: 17 Posts: 230 Car: 1990 Ford F350, 2000 Chevy Camaro SS Rep Power: 9	There's a 1997 AM (not sure what kind) for 50k and with only 4k miles.

February 1st, 2009, 10:57 PM	#8
hansvonaxion Joined: Apr 8th, 2005 Last Online: 5:28 AM Location: Tokyo Posts: 1,773 Car: CB400SF Hyper VTEC Rep Power: 59	Not really the same thing, but Aussies can now pick up new Japanese cars cheaper than they are in Japan. Considering they were paying close to double not too long ago, that's a good deal. A new GT-R, for example, cn be had for less in Oz. I'm sure prices will rise when new stock makes its way over. Oh, and camera equipment is cheaper in Oz too. F'n crazy. __________________

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February 2nd, 2009, 9:20 AM	#14
MOTORLOON1993 Joined: Oct 26th, 2008 Last Online: Yesterday Location: Rotherham, South Yorkshire Age: 16 Posts: 358 Rep Power: 14	TUSCAN 4.0 (2001) 16,900 miles £11,995 GN51 PBZ, 16900 miles, Le Mans Blue with Portland Grey half hide interior, blue carpets piped in prussian blue, prussian blue to dash top, seat inserts, gaitors and steering rim, blue stitching throughout, grey alcantara to door panels and headlining. Fitted with 18 inch spider alloys, ali pack and 6 stack CD. The engine runs but needs new finger followers as one follower has failed.. http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/790495.htm OMG

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Spectre Joined: Feb 1st, 2007 Last Online: 7:08 AM Location: Dallas, Texas Age: 32 Posts: 8,357 Car: 87 XJ6, 95 XJR, 90 WD21, 86 CB700SC, 98 PC800 Rep Power: 191	The good news: The higher end cars now are getting stupid cheap. The bad news: Servicing and repair costs are still the same. If you couldn't afford the servicing when new.... well, it's probably even less likely that you can afford it now. __________________ Enough is enough. We are not here to subsidize your clueless business plans or reward your failures. 1986 Honda Nighthawk 700S (project, light restoration in progress) 1987 Jaguar XJ6 Series III Vanden Plas (modified) 1990 Nissan (WD21) Pathfinder SE 4x4 (little red offroad commuter box) 1995 Jaguar (X300) XJR 1998 Honda Pacific Coast PC800 (two-wheeled pickup truck/utility bike)

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Spectre Joined: Feb 1st, 2007 Last Online: 7:08 AM Location: Dallas, Texas Age: 32 Posts: 8,357 Car: 87 XJ6, 95 XJR, 90 WD21, 86 CB700SC, 98 PC800 Rep Power: 191	We've had "buy one get one free" car sales in the US off and on for about 25 years now... __________________ Enough is enough. We are not here to subsidize your clueless business plans or reward your failures. 1986 Honda Nighthawk 700S (project, light restoration in progress) 1987 Jaguar XJ6 Series III Vanden Plas (modified) 1990 Nissan (WD21) Pathfinder SE 4x4 (little red offroad commuter box) 1995 Jaguar (X300) XJR 1998 Honda Pacific Coast PC800 (two-wheeled pickup truck/utility bike)

February 2nd, 2009, 3:59 PM	#20
emil_t Joined: Jul 28th, 2007 Last Online: Yesterday Posts: 1,173 Rep Power: 19	yeah especially new cars, BMW M3 coupe in the USA 58.000 $ 44.000 EU straing price BMW M3 coupe ieurope 91.000 $ 70.000 EU starting price 33.000 $, 26.000 EU price diffrence ? the prices are without tax. that probably why in some parts of europe you see lots of US spec cars, they say it's cheaper to pay all the import taxes + delivery than buy new in ieurope, i've heard the delivery cost is 3,000 $ us to europe and 3 weeks 'till the boat arrives Last edited by emil_t; February 2nd, 2009 at 4:03 PM.

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