Strad depreciation v GTS

[Scaf]

Sounds like a trip to Chester is in order

 

[outrun]

I "lost" about 8k in 3 years and 7k miles on mine and that was comparing a dealer price to a private sale. I would expect a GTS would have lost 2 or even 3 times that in the same period, and at a similar price point. I would expect that it's currently worth within 5k of what I sold it for, over 2 years later and with another few miles on it. There is nothing out there that I can think of which would have done better unless it's a classic which is a whole different ownership proposition.

Anything that loses less than 10% of its value per year is massively outperforming the market. Actually (after the initial loss on a new car), all Granturismos have a slow depreciation curve. Just ask an M5, M3, AMG or better yet, a McLaren owner.

When buying the Stradale, I considered a GTS as well but once I plugged the numbers into the man maths calculator, I discovered that the cost of ownership of the Stradale would likely be less as the depreciation would likely be less. I'm always interested in what something actually costs to own for a period of 3 to 5 years, not what the sticker price on the window is. Servicing costs, depreciation, consumables etc are all factors.

I really can't see a good Strad dipping below 50k unless it has a high mileage (over 40k), especially the 2 seater.

 

[Doctor Houx]

Yes, definitely don't overlook the DBS. It's a very handsome car, and pretty tasty as a roadster as well as a coupe. If you bother much with them there Yootoobers, that Mr JWW has got himself a manual DBS and appears much in love. Whilst I've only seen the video where he gets CarPlay added, it's good to see someone more usually drawn to the gaudy baubles of Fezzas and Porkers getting into a thinking-man's GT.

The Strad, as well, is one of the few cars that makes the hairs on the back of my neck stand on end. I can't help but smile. But I'll take mine with two seats, please.

If you are looking at depreciation looking at current prices the V12 is a good bet. The original manual seems to have stopped depreciating. The V12S seems to be slowing but probably a little more to go. The original manual is getting pretty close to an S price wise. Stradale seems to be holding up well to but who can tell with what's happening in the world. I would just buy the one you like the most and enjoy while you still can.

Manual DBS and V12V are good bets. Vanquish gen 1 is the star and the one all the AML emps want when u ask them. With the new Callum 25 version being £500k plus donor original car, a mint original at around £100k is a bargain. Goodwood agrees....

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[Lavazza]

Manual DBS and V12V are good bets. Vanquish gen 1 is the star and the one all the AML emps want when u ask them. With the new Callum 25 version being £500k plus donor original car, a mint original at around £100k is a bargain. Goodwood agrees....

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Any tips on what to look for?
I've seen a 14k mile car advertised at £60k, seems very cheap?

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[Doctor Houx]

Any tips on what to look for?
I've seen a 14k mile car advertised at £60k, seems very cheap?

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Feel free to PM me and we’ll have a chat. There are many pitfalls to this model to look for and the ones that have sat unused are often the most problematic. It’s cheap for a reason. I’ve owned my SDP since 2011 and it’s now an AMOC concours winner and have learned a great deal about them in the last 10 years.

 

[azapa]

I've had mine over three years now, +8K kms, last month the previous owner offered me exactly what I paid to have her back. I still have it! Pretty cheap motoring IMHO.

Thing is though, when you need to sell quick, you would have to take a hit.

 

[Hawk13]

I really can't see a good Strad dipping below 50k unless it has a high mileage (over 40k), especially the 2 seater.

Over 40k is high mileage? Really? The GT is a Grand Tourer (and yes even the Stradale).

Get out and drive the thing. Everyone waxes lyrical about what a great car the Strad is and what a great drive it is but most refuse to use it.

I don't get it, I really don't.

If you wanted an investment, then a Maserati was the wrong choice.

 

[azapa]

Over 40k is high mileage? Really? The GT is a Grand Tourer (and yes even the Stradale).

Get out and drive the thing. Everyone waxes lyrical about what a great car the Strad is and what a great drive it is but most refuse to use it.

I don't get it, I really don't.

If you wanted an investment, then a Maserati was the wrong choice.

I drive mine a ton and love it, but only have managed 8k kms in three years. I just don't use it as a kid taxi or supermarket runs. Thoroughly enjoyed it just last Sunday. Noticed a new door ding though, microscopic, but still lost about 2 minutes sleep over it

I guess everyone is different. I use a push bike a lot!

 

[outrun]

Over 40k is high mileage? Really? The GT is a Grand Tourer (and yes even the Stradale).

Get out and drive the thing. Everyone waxes lyrical about what a great car the Strad is and what a great drive it is but most refuse to use it.

I don't get it, I really don't.

If you wanted an investment, then a Maserati was the wrong choice.

I never said I agreed however all upper end cars go down in value as the miles rack up. Don't get on at me about it. All I said was that I don't see cars below 40k miles going below 50k in value.

I'd be careful of clutches, expensive brake pads and maybe even the carbon discs above that mileage too, depending on how it's been used in its previous life.

 

[safrane]

So it this particular car has been up and down the M4 for a few years from London to thier SW pad... well the wear would be far less than those who point and squirt every weeked around thier local town.

 

[rs48635]

Anyone getting into Maserati cannot expect to get out. Let alone get out depreciation free. The less you lose , the more you can waste on the next one

Many people happily shell out hundreds per month (PCP or lease) on a shopping car with no expectation of anything back in return. I am investing these amounts in tools, repairs and running costs

 

[Doctor Houx]

Anyone getting into Maserati cannot expect to get out. Let alone get out depreciation free. The less you lose , the more you can waste on the next one

Many people happily shell out hundreds per month (PCP or lease) on a shopping car with no expectation of anything back in return. I am investing these amounts in tools, repairs and running costs

Totally agree. Can’t see the logic of leasing a boring new euro box and replacing it 3 years later with another new bland clone having shelled out probably north of £10k for nothing. A mugs game IMO.

 

[conaero]

I’m in year 4 of my Strad ownership, paid £60k for it with 22k miles in it, now at 31k, being a 2 seater I recon I’d still get north of £55k for it.

Not selling though, yes....they really are that good!

 

[Scaf]

I’m in year 4 of my Strad ownership, paid £60k for it with 22k miles in it, now at 31k, being a 2 seater I recon I’d still get north of £55k for it.

Not selling though, yes....they really are that good!

Great example thanks - I have been in my GTS for 4 years have done 20k Miles, car is now at 30k and retail is now max 30k so +x3 as much depreciation.

so in this comparison the decision between another GTS or a Strad is quite simple, even for me.

 

[Zep]

I’m in year 4 of my Strad ownership, paid £60k for it with 22k miles in it, now at 31k, being a 2 seater I recon I’d still get north of £55k for it.

Not selling though, yes....they really are that good!

Very similar situation for me. I decided to go for a Strad because a) they are awesome and b) it was much less likely to cost me a puck load of money. It seems to have worked well on both counts!

 

[conaero]

Very similar situation for me. I decided to go for a Strad because a) they are awesome and b) it was much less likely to cost me a puck load of money. It seems to have worked well on both counts!

I thought it was down to the time you drove mine?

 

[Zep]

I thought it was down to the time you drove mine?

I drove yours (actually, just sat in it as we drove around Spain), then Athol decided to sell his. At some point after this my bank manager had a phone call

 

[karatemaserati]

over a gen 1 vanquish id go for a DBS. the vanq if it isnt manual uses the same style gearbox as the 4200 so comes with all the pitfalls of that...

 

[Jimmyt118]

I went from a GTS to a Stradale and the difference is subtle but very much worthwhile. There is even more of a sense of occasion and the communication the car gives you through the gearchange, braking and suspension which are all different from a GTS, is a big step up. It makes the car feel smaller than it is, until you come to park it of course, and the extra alcantara on the dashboard is a quality touch.
Personally, I don't regret it at all so good luck with your decision

 

[Guy]

that is thread drift!