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It can be argued that the used car market works the same way, so it is not surprising that cars can be used as an investment.
It is worth noting that if you plan to become a car collector, this hobby may initially require a considerable, even huge, investment.
The CarVertical experts from the car history checking platform, after analyzing a stack of data, selected ten cars that it shouldn’t sell due to significantly higher value. So if one of these cars is in your garage, don’t think about selling it just yet.
“Alfa Romeo GTV” (1993-2004)
Alfa Romeo specialists, who have not always been afraid of bold and unusual solutions, have only reaffirmed their approach to design with the Alfa Romeo PTO, which debuted in the early 1990s.
Like most coupes of the time, the Alfa Romeo GTV was equipped with four- or six-cylinder gasoline engines. Although four-cylinder engines have always been agile, the most valuable version of the PTO has always been and always will be with the famous 6-cylinder Busso unit.
The engine, which has become the calling card of Alfa Romeo automobiles, contributes greatly to the significant increase in the price of Alfa Romeo GTV. Although, like most Italian cars, their value does not grow as fast as their German counterparts, carefully maintained examples will cost more than 30,000 euros in the near future.
Based on a vehicle history check, 29 percent. These cars had several defects that could affect the performance of the Alfa Romeo PTO.
“Audi V8” (1988-1993)
Even before the introduction of the Audi A8 sedan, the company’s flagship, although relatively short, was the Audi V8.
The car, built for five years, bears the name of the V8 not in vain. The luxurious sedan was only equipped with exclusively V8-type engines, which at that time gave this type of car prestige.
Judging by the standards of Audi’s BMW 7 Series or Mercedes-Benz V8 S-Class, the Audi alternative isn’t all that impressive, but it’s important for other reasons.
The Audi V8 has laid the foundation for the manufacturer we now see: a high-end automaker that sees itself as a total competitor to BMW and Mercedes-Benz.
According to vehicle history reports, 9.09 percent. the inspected models were defective and 18.20 percent. the inspected cars had false mileage.
The BMW 540i (1992-1996) 5 Series has been at the forefront of the high-end sedan class for many decades, but the E34 generation model is capable of occupying an intermediate position between the much older and more expensive E24, and the all-fell, nicknamed plum E39.
The modification, which had an 8-cylinder engine, was produced in just a few years. For this reason, in Europe and the United States, this modification is much less common than on the BMW M5. The power of the O and 8-cylinder engine was only slightly less than that used by the BMW M5.
However, the best feature of this model is the price. If the value of the BMW M5 has risen to unprecedented heights, the 540i now costs several times less and you should take advantage of it.
Jaguar XK8 (1996-2006) Models marked with the letters XK have always symbolized sportiness, elegance and astonishing comfort for Jaguar fans when they had to travel thousands of miles. For example, go from London to Nice.
The Jaguar XK, which debuted in the 1990s, was offered in a coupe or convertible body. The models received engines of different capacities and comfort equipment that all XK drivers loved.
Now prepare to spend at least € 15,000 to € 20,000 to purchase a good, undamaged copy. Meanwhile, car enthusiasts covet the even more expensive Jaguar XK-R.
However, according to auto history reports, 29 percent. these models had several shortcomings, and 18.20 percent. the inspected samples had counterfeit mileage.
“Land Rover Defender” (Series I, Series II)
The absolutely basic design and the ability to overcome any possible obstacle have helped the Land Rover Defender to earn its SUV status.
Over the decades, Land Rover has been able to introduce many innovations, make the car more comfortable, but the Spartan character has not disappeared anywhere. Anaiptol.
The value of Series I and Series II cars could come as a surprise to many. For example, the value of SUVs that have had good and bad days varies between € 10,000 and € 15,000, and the value of the copies that have gone through the restoration process very often exceeds the threshold of € 30,000. Therefore, it is no longer profitable to operate such an SUV on the farm – they work more profitably only with good maintenance.
According to vehicle history verification data, 15.11 percent. these models had several failures and 2.22 percent. the mileage of the models was falsified.
“Mercedes-Benz” E300, E320, E420 (1992-1996)
“Mercedes-Benz has launched more than two million W124 cars on public roads over a relatively long production period. Some have ended their lives in a landfill, others still show signs of life while working in a taxi, but the specimens scrupulously maintained today they cost a solid amount.
Undoubtedly, the more valuable versions of the W124 have been marked as “500 E” or “E 500” (depending on the year of manufacture), but the E300, E320 and E420, which are a few steps lower, have great potential for become cars that many collectors will face in the future.
Analysis of auto history reports revealed 14.3 percent. these models had various defects and 5.4 percent. The models tested had fake mileage.
“Saab 9000 CS Aero” (1993-1997)
Saab has always been Volvo’s Achilles heel. It also emphasizes the safety of the passengers, but at the same time it will sew charisma on all sides and extraordinary turbocharged engines. The latter were the calling card for the faster and smarter Saab models.
The Saab 9000 CS Aero is another modification of the mid-range sedan. It was launched quite late and has been considered the flagship of the Saab 9000 range for the last year.
Unsurprisingly, the current version of the Saab 9000 CS Aero is rare. Maybe even very rare. Although the manufacturer does not publish how many of these modifications have been made, their rarity is confirmed by the number of copies sold throughout Europe.
Analysis of auto history reports showed 7.69 percent. these models had major or minor defects.
“Toyota Land Cruiser” (J80, J100)
The legends and various stories about Toyota cars did not arise from the stories of the company’s representatives, but from the owners of this brand, who still agree that the Toyota Land Cruiser is one of the best SUVs of all time.
The J80 and J100 generation models are like looking at an older and younger brother, separated by 8 years. It took exactly that year to produce the J80, after which the J100 appeared, which is still on the road.
Although both models have the same name, in technical and technological terms they have many more differences than you might think. While the J80 was able to combine orthodox elementality with everyday practicality, the J100 was far more luxurious, suitable for longer journeys, but with no less talented ability to emerge from a more viscous pit.
An extremely wide range of nice features now enables J80 and J100 SUV owners to enjoy exceptionally high durable value. Even the specimens that have seen the most walks and the most remote corners of the world can cost 40,000 euros. However, these are the exceptions, not the rule.
Analysis of auto history reports showed 35.81 percent. these models were defective and 8.34% of the inspected models had fake mileage.
“Volkswagen Corrado VR6” (1991-1995)
Over the past decades, Volkswagen has provided us with a number of different models, but not always recommended, but the Volkswagen Corrado VR6 could be an exception.
The exceptional design, extraordinary engine, and commendable balanced suspension will only have you wondering why so few people bought this car in the early 1990s.
The Volkswagen Corrado was not as popular as the Opel Calibra, but now we can consider it an advantage. The value of the 6-cylinder engine versions has started to grow significantly in recent years and this trend will intensify in the coming years. The now well-maintained Volkswagen Corrado VR6 alone can separate around 15,000. Euros.
Analysis of auto history reports showed that 13.64 percent. these models were defective, and 4.55 percent. the mileage of the tested models was falsified.
“Volvo 740 Turbo” (1986-1990)
Practicality and safety have always been the strengths of the Volvo brand, so when the specialists of this brand introduced a more powerful engine into the engine compartment, they made sure that it would not ruin a recipe formulated with enough care.
The Volvo 740 Turbo is a family member of the popular model series, which proved in the 1980s that the car of a yawning father (or mother) cannot evoke less good emotions than the Porsche 924.
Precisely because of its versatility and ability to combine practicality with pleasant dynamics, the Volvo 740 Turbo is the ideal example of a car that will only increase in value. Especially in the next few years.
Analysis of auto history reports revealed that 33.33 percent. these models were defective and 8.33% of the tested models had counterfeit mileage.
Investing in cars sounds unreasonable or risky to many, but these and other examples show that cars can generate satisfactory returns in just a few years.