These cars are dropping in price this year more than we thought they would

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Some models make for the perfect investment. Whether you own a rare classic car, a sought-after sports car, a supercar, or just an odd model that is seldom talked about, there are just some cars that are always going to be worth a lot of money. While we'd all love an insider with all the tips on what cars are 100 percent going to be worth a fortune in the future, a lot of money-making vehicle investments are risky and are down to good timing, lots of luck, and in-depth knowledge of the current car market.

There are some models you would expect to make money hand over fist, but in reality, they aren't holding their value as well as everyone thought they would. We have found 10 cars that everyone was banking on, but are now losing value.

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BMW i8​

Used Prices Have Plummeted For This High-End Sports Car​

Launched in 2014, with model years until 2020, the BMW i8 is the legendary German marque's hybrid high-performance sports car. Under the hood is a seldom-seen powertrain configuration for BMW: a mid-mounted 1.5-liter turbocharged inline-three plug-in hybrid that can kick out up to 369 horsepower and 420 pound-feet of torque, giving you a 0–60 time of around 4.5 seconds.
There are both coupe and roadster variants available, and when it was released, there was a lot of buzz for it. It was originally designed to be a low-production model, with sales in 2014 being only 555. However, by the end of 2015, 2,265 models had been sold in the U.S.A., despite the $130,000+ sticker price. But the 2014–2015 sales figures were the only years that the i8 saw high sales numbers.

While the BMW i8 still looks the part today, and when it was released, a lot of people thought that it might be the start of a new hybrid revolution in relatively affordable performance cars that look like exotics, the bubble burst. The auto world has moved fast in terms of performance EVs, and while the i8 boasts an estimated all-electric range of up to 34 miles, there is no denying that other hybrid or electric supercars have far surpassed what it is capable of.

Maintenance is pricey; carbon fiber parts are expensive to replace; the complex hybrid system is hard to upkeep, and out-of-warranty repairs pile up. So, what was tipped to be the next best thing was discontinued in 2020 and hit the used market in quite an unspectacular fashion. Today, you can pick up a used BMW i8 for between $42,000 and $172,000, with the 2020 BMW i8 Roadster commanding the highest used price.

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McLaren 750S​

It's New, But Is It That Special?​

The McLaren 750S brings some serious firepower to the road in the shape of a 4.0-liter bi-turbocharged V8 that pushes out 740 horsepower and 590 pound-feet of torque. It can rocket to 60 in around 2.7 seconds, the handling is razor-sharp, it feels precise at high speeds, it looks like a proper British supercar, and it marks another step in McLaren's supercar formula.
But is it special enough for the prices to hold? The current starting price for a 750S is just shy of $350,000, and while we have seen very little in the way of used examples being sold, namely because the first MY was in 2024, we only have to look at the model that it took over from, the McLaren 720S, to give a good guess at what the pricing may look like in a couple of years.

When the final MY of the McLaren 720S was released in 2023, it had a starting price of around $326,000. Today, you can buy one at auction for an average auction price of $260,847. Yes, the 750S is lighter and faster than the 720S, but for a supercar to lose so much value in such a small amount of time doesn't instill a lot of confidence in the used market.
While McLaren undoubtedly turns out some of the coolest supercars ever, when new models come along, the previous models are somewhat overshadowed (unless we are talking about an F1), and with the McLaren GTS currently on sale for just under $250,000 and boasting 0–60 mph times of 3.1 seconds, the $100,000 difference in price may make it a more desirable model to go for.

 

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Chevrolet Corvette Stingray (C8)​

Too Many Entry-Level Models Produced​

There is nothing like value-for-money like there is in a Corvette. For $70,000, you get a 490-horsepower, 6.2-liter V8-toting Corvette Stingray that handles exceptionally well, sounds like the snarling beast that it is, and looks the part. But, alongside everything that Chevy got right with the Corvette C8, there are also some clangers that we think are likely to dent what the base trim C8 Corvette will sell for in the future.

The biggest downside to a C8 Corvette is the lack of a manual transmission, but looking at it from the perspective of people looking to invest in a sports car and make some money from it later on, we think that Chevy has made the Stingray, at least, much too obtainable for it to leave much of a mark on the future used market.

While we are certainly not complaining about the bang for your buck you get from a Corvette, the entry-level Stingray has been rolled out in nearly Honda-grade numbers compared to other performance cars on the U.S. market. It is not as exclusive as many people would want it, with over 9,300 Stingrays rolled out this year alone.


The same can be said for the Corvette Z06. While numbers are under half of what they are for the Stingray, the 4,000-odd Z06 models tearing around are a lot more 'common' than more exclusively-breed high-performance models, like the similarly-priced 2025 Aston Martin Vantage Coupe (circa $150,000), which will undoubtedly see fewer produced.

 

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Ford GT Mk IV​

$1.7 Million Starting Prices Are Not Holding At Auction​

Designed and produced to be the ultimate send-off to Ford's GT supercar lineage, this no-rules, track-only monster looks like it eats raceways for breakfast, is exceptionally powerful, and very rare, with just 67 units built (a slight nod of the head to the 1967 Ford GT Mk IV). It is the kind of supercar that demands bragging rights.

The 2023 GT Mk IV boasts a bi-turbocharged EcoBoost V6 that isn't just a tweaked version of what you find in a vast swathe of road-going Ford models, but it has been rebuilt with bigger turbos, beefed up internals, and an upgraded cooling system. All of this is paired with a hardcore sequential racing transmission that shifts unbelievably quickly, a carbon fiber body build to keep weight down, and a stretched 'long-tail' to keep it balanced at speed.

We love the 2023 Mk IV for what it represents; it is hand-built, and it pays tribute to one of the best American cars to ever hit the track, so you'd expect it to be a collector's dream. Unfortunately, as it stands, that is not the case. There is no denying that the 2023 GT Mk IV would look fantastic in a collection, but for the most part, that's where it would have to stay (unless you were living the dream and did nothing but hit the local track in it).


It is not road-legal, so when it was released with its hefty $1.7 million sticker price, a lot of people saw it as a very expensive toy that would not see action a whole lot. Plus, with the ever-growing reliance and development in the supercar and track world of electric motivation, how long is it going to be until the GT Mk IV is seen as outdated?

While it is a stunning piece of engineering and motorsport history, the current average auction price of $1.5 million (according to Classic.com) after just two years does not spell 'long-term investment' for many. Who knows, though? One day, it could shoot back up in price, like all the vehicles on the list could.

 

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Lamborghini Urus​

Special, But Too Many Made For Super-SUV Status​

Not many SUVs earn the moniker of a super SUV. You have the likes of the Aston Martin DBX 707, the Bentley Bentayga, the Ferrari Purosangue, and the Rolls-Royce Cullinan, but also trying to join the party is the Lamborghini Urus.

A sleek, 4.0-liter bi-turbocharged V8-toting beast that can hit 60 mph in 3.1 seconds, while still boasting a lavish interior, oodles of room and comfort features, adaptive air suspension, and sharp handling, courtesy of rear torque vectoring and four-wheel steering. It is the culmination of the auto market's obsession with luxe, powerful SUVs. Plus, with a starting price in the region of $260,000, it is teed up to be seen as a super SUV. However, for the Urus to be a supermodel, an air of exclusivity needs to be had, and the Urus just doesn't have it compared to others on the market.

According to some reports, there were over 900 Urus models delivered to the U.S.A. in the first quarter of 2025 alone. Compared to models like the Aston Martin DBX and the whole Bentley lineup, which saw just north of 700 models and just over 3,800 models sold, respectively (in 2023), the Urus looks to be a lot more accessible. Accessible, albeit at a high price.


Already, the 2023 Lamborghini Urus S (base trim) is available for as little (said very conservatively) as $210,000, down from its original MSRP of $230,000. Instead of the Urus obtaining collectible super SUV status, it looks to be going down the route of why used luxury SUVs make great bargain buys, and shedding value quickly.

 

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McLaren 765LT​

Even McLaren Saw This One Coming​

Basically, the McLaren 765LT is a hardcore evolution of the McLaren 720S, built for drivers looking for a no-compromise ride. At the center of everything is a 4.0-liter bi-turbocharged V8 that kicks out 755 horsepower and 590 pound-feet of torque. The mill is packed with tech designed to make every part of it feel raucous and track-munching; you get dry-sump lubrication for consistent oiling during hard corners, a flat-plane crank for sharp, high-revving character, ultra-low inertia twin-scroll turbos, and an electronic wastegate to reduce turbo lag.

All this is mated to a seven-speed Seamless Shift Gearbox, which, together, ensures that you get intense acceleration off the line (around 2.7 seconds to 60 mph) and 200+ mph top speeds. The carbon-fiber Monocage II chassis, active aero, and titanium exhausts keep the 765LT planted and precise, while lightweight panels, adaptive suspension, and longtail aerodynamics make it a proper track demon.

But, even with all that British wizardry, the 765LT may not be the investment that a lot of buyers were hoping for. McLaren refreshes its Super Series regularly, meaning new, flashier models with even better performance credentials appear quite regularly. What is cutting-edge for McLaren today may only be that way for another couple of years.


Like we find with most supercars, the 765LT is loaded up with exotic materials and precision components, so when something goes wrong, it is going to cost you a lot of money. Which, for a car that may seem 'old hat' in a few years, we can see why people may avoid investing in one. Finally, while 765 units worldwide sounds rare, it isn't as rare compared to hypercars with even lower production numbers, so it is not the most exclusive McLaren ever created.

 

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Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34)

This Legendary JDM Is Expensive, But The Benchmark Price Is Down​

As one of the most legendary JDM nameplates in existence, you may always expect the R34 Nissan Skyline GT-R to command huge prices at auction. Boasting a turbocharged RB26DETT inline-six that pumps out 276 (officially) but, in reality, closer to 330 horsepower, a limited-slip diff, ATTESA E-TS AWD, the Super-HICAS system, and independent multi-link front and rear arms, the Skyline GT-R not only looks fantastic going forward, but also sideways. Prices for the base-level R34 Skyline GT-R are still at an average auction price of $133,368, but the Classic.com benchmark price, which is the accumulated value of the vehicles they monitor, is down to $129,662.

Just shy of $130,000 is still no small amount of money, but, alongside the lower benchmark price, average auction prices seem to have slowed down and could possibly be on the way down soon. It seems that the Skyline GT-R may have just about reached its ceiling. Of course, things can change overnight, but since the increase in average auction prices since February this year, which went from around $85,000 to where we are now, things look to be slowing down a little.


One of the biggest reasons we see for this is that even examples of $100,000+ R34 Skyline GT-R models have a huge number of miles on the clock. For example, a 1999 Nissan Skyline GT-R with 160,000 miles on the clock went under the hammer for over $140,000. According to Classic.com, there has recently been a 2000 Skyline GT-R with delivery miles on the clock that went for just under $1.5 million at Bonhams, but for the most part, a lot of examples on the used market have been enjoyed, presumably quite hard, on the road. So, for those looking for a low-priced classic JDM that can be used every day for fun and isn't due for some big maintenance work, we can see why people are looking elsewhere.

 

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Aston Martin DB7 Vantage​

Time To Grab Yourself A Bargain​

There aren't many British brands that turn out luxury GTs like Aston Martin does, and their 1999–2003 Aston Martin DB7 Vantage is living proof of that. This model was a huge turning point for the British marque, thanks to the introduction of the 420-horsepower 5.9-liter V12 that sits under the hood, which brought along a substantial boost in power over the earlier inline-six-toting models.

So, when the DB7 Vantage was released, it gave enthusiasts a more powerful engine, Aston Martin-grade body design elegance, a choice between a coupe and a drop-top (Volante), a relatively comfortable interior, and proper on-road guts in the shape of the V12 being mated to either a five-speed auto box or a six-speed manual.

Despite everything that it has going for it, the DB7 Vantage did not turn into the collectible number that many would have expected, and today, it is now a relatively affordable entry into the world of luxury grand tourers. While no reliable production figures are available, the DB7 Vantage was built in relatively production-line-esque numbers, with 25 sold in the last five years alone, generating just under $750,000 in combined sales (Classic.com).

That may seem like a small amount sold and not terrible combined sales, but compared to other high-performance luxury cars, it has high sales numbers and a low overall dollar volume. Today, the average auction price from online auctions from the last five years is sitting at just south of $30,000, while the top price paid for one via online auction in recent years is 'only' $68,500. It seems like the progression in the auto market may have made the DB7 Vantage an overly finicky and uneconomical choice, even for collectors of posh British rides.

 

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Jaguar E-Type Series I & Series II​

All The Good Ones Are Gone​

As probably one of the most legendary British sports cars on earth, you likely didn't think that you'd see the Jaguar E-Type on a list of vehicles that are losing value despite their reputation. It is true that, for many, there isn't a better-looking or more timeless British sports car than the E-Type, and that is part of its allure. However, over both the Series I and Series II models (1961–1971), it is also the engine choices that originally made them fantastic sports cars, and, today, a top model for collectors.

The Series I was first rolled out in 1961 and comes equipped with a 265-horsepower 3.8-liter inline-six. This was updated in 1964 to a 4.2-liter mill that puts out the same horsepower but slightly more low-end power, while the Series II arrived on the U.S. market with safety-conscious features like larger bumpers and open headlights. It also came equipped with a 4.2-liter inline-six, but was slightly detuned to 246 horsepower to meet emission regulations at the time.

Despite their iconic status, beautiful builds, and crisp sound, the market is certainly softening for the E-Type. Series I models are still commanding an average auction price of $111,000, but that is down from just a couple of months ago (August 2025 average auction price: circa $120,000), while the Series II models are less desirable and only boast an average auction price of just under $58,000.


The Series II models' average auction prices are slightly up from this time last year, but due to many more affordable models on the market needing a huge amount of work to get them looking good again, parts scarcity, and general lack of 'easy driving,' like you'd find in a newer Japanese classic car, we can see why people are avoiding investing in a difficult project.

Plus, a lot of pristine, untampered Series I and Series II E-Type Jaguars are becoming very hard to come by, unless you pay huge amounts of money for them. So even though average prices are up and down for both flavors, the high-priced models are staying high-priced for now, while low-priced models either aren't original or need a lot of work, cutting a lot of new, purist, or smaller-budget collectors out of the market.

 

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Aston Martin DB5 Coupe​

Classy Legend, But Losing Value​

Only produced between 1963 and 1965, the Aston Martin DB5 Coupe is one of the most iconic British GTs to ever grace the road. Partly because of its design, partly because of its engine, and maybe for many, because it is one of the most celebrated Bond cars ever.

We had to import these beauties back in the day, but today there is still some elegantly gliding about the nicer parts of town with flowing, sweeping lines, the signature Aston grille, polished wire wheels, a luxe interior with leather and oak trim, and one of the most head-turning designs ever created.

Under the hood is a 4.0-liter DOHC inline-six, typically mated with three SU carburetors, which is good for around 282 horsepower and 288 pound-feet of torque. The rarer DB5 Vantage boasts Weber carbs and benefits from a higher output of 325 horsepower. By today's standards, the performance credentials aren't too much to write home about, with a top speed of 145 mph and rest-to-60 times of around eight seconds, but for the early 1960s, it was pretty good.


But despite its James Bond connection, stunning looks, and relative rarity, the Aston Martin DB5 is losing value at auction. Like we have found with the E-Type market, the highly original models are commanding huge prices, with the top sale in the last five years being $1.7 million for a '65 DB5 Vantage with 91,000 miles on the clock. But if you haven't got a cool million to blow on a mint condition model, the $300,000+ you'll need for a modified, broken, or rusty one may not seem worth it.

Yes, Bond used to drive one, and it is probably one of the most iconic cars to ever hit the big screen, but with reliability issues, a likely very long list of maintenance tasks, parts scarcity, and not much hope of driving it around every day without a problem, we can see why newer classics are starting to gain traction and making models of this age 'less valuable' to the everyday collector.

 

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