It will take a "perfect storm" for the average used 2016 Boxster Spyder to be worth more than MSRP before 10-15 years out. Too much kool-aid going around.

It's not viewed the same way by the real money crowd as a 911 R or GT3 RS.

I like mine a lot, and I liked the 2011 Spyder as well. The average listing price today for a 2011/2012 Spyder is $55282 on Autotrader. If the 2016 can maintain a similar depreciation 3-5 years out count yourself lucky.

 

For a quite a few reasons I happen to think the boxster spyder will fare much better than a 2016 gt3rs in resale looking out 2 years from now. (that does not mean it can't go down in price of course it can , but even if down still think it holds value better than a gt3rs) clearly a 911 R will do much better

 

+1

 

It would be tempting to sell mine at MSRP, even considering the extra 4K I put in after purchase...

 

HA HA, either you've been reading my threads and are being sarcastic or you're just trolling me, but it's too late for my cars to ever be in show room condition again; I've got dings and chips and visits to too many states in the USA to list here and it hasn't even been a year and I'm talking about both my cars. But they are great builds IMHO and I feel I got a bargain. I fear if I were to sell I might not be able to buy back in again lol. Loving my cars.

Obviously, I was being provocative.. but who knows; it's a special Porsche for sure.

 

The only reason I am aware of is that Porsche may wind up producing more GT3 RS than GT3. Both have engine problems.

 

It's all good. I was being a smart aXX myself. You have a great car guys enjoy them as life is to short not to.

 

^^^ Life is too short...Now those are words of wisdom!

 

Thanks for the feedback. Its helpful.

 

IMO


I wouldn't trade you even for a new 911R, so if you want my car, you will have to buy it from my widow after I die... and she loves as much as I do. so...

 

Not even for a 911R huh? Wow!

J/K, I love my Spyder just as much!

 

I don't think anyone can predict the future but here are the pros as I see it with the the 981 Spyder

Low production numbers even compared to the GT4 and GT3
Completely bespoke rear deck and folding top
It's the only limited edition open top Porsche with the latest 3.8L engine
It's the only limited edition open top Porsche available with LWBS
While styling is subjective the Spyder is arguably the most exotic looking Porsche short of the Supercars
It's a classic roadster, lightweight, with superlative passive suspension and a Manual Transmission.

 

I would add:

Naturally aspirated engines and fossil fueled manually driven cars are going the way of the dinosaur because of escalating CAFE Standards and the adaptation of AI technology.

And, perhaps inflation is due for a comeback Once a 100k seemed outlandish for an automobile; however, now 100k seems kind of like a deal for such a car IMHO.

I'm shopping for a large vehicle right now and there lots of "common/pedestrian" automobiles that are way past the halfway mark to 100 grand.

I think this car is rather iconic and one of the best offered in 16 which was a pretty good car year!

 

You're not kidding about inflation, our govt official numbers are as truthful as China's growth numbers. Real world inflation past few years has been astounding, not just in price of vehicles but also homes (in tier 1-2 urban centers) and food. Sure, gas is cheap and interest rates are low... both can and will change. $100k salaries can't keep a family afloat anymore, $200k won't keep a family in a city any longer.. if you're not pushing for 7 figures your kids won't go to a good college and you'll be mortgaged to the hilt just to stay in a decent home. It's all changed.

Sorry for the OT:.. gotta go buy a $45k ford pickup truck with no options.

 

LOL, A family live on 200k in the city ?