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Hi,
In 30 years buying and selling Sports Cars, I've never bought new (though I almost always could have). I've usually bought a 2-3 year old model in as new condition and mileage, and drove a hard bargain on the Purchase price.
Over some 30+ cars, averaging 2-5 years ownership, I have always sold them for more than I paid.
The key is to buy smart - keep your objectivity in the forefront and your emotions in the rear. If you can't make the deal on the car in front of you, rest assured that there's another one just like it, just around the corner. Do your math and stick to it.
I bought my '99 Boxster 2 yrs. ago with 17k on the odo for $17k (asking $24). Given the fast depreciation, this may be the first car I actually lose money on. Whatever.
The key is not how much it holds it's value, but rather, how much under the current value that you can acquire it for...
Happy Motoring!... Jim'99
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