Fine2NR Report post Posted December 28, 2017 I ordered a Performante that arrived at my dealership and now I am having second thoughts of whether or not to go through with it. My goal was never to flip or profit on the car, but I don't want to take a bath in terms of depreciation if I own the car for around a year to move onto another car. 720S seem to be holding value well and are going well over mark up (not sure how long that will last based on past McLarens). Outside of the Performante that I specced I have already been offered new Performantes in stock at msrp which concerns me since the car has only been available in the US for a couple months, not to mention the rumors of a Super Trofeo/Superleggerra version coming out next year. I am curious to hear your thoughts on how values will hold up over the next 6 months to a year based on what you see with current demand and production numbers? Being a limited production car much like a Speciale or 675LT, would value hold up differently? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fortis Report post Posted December 28, 2017 Buy a mass produced McLaren they will hold value, said no one ever. They are all losers, if you can’t afford the depreciation I’d stay out of it, that’s just me, also if that’s your main concern I wouldn’t go through with the purchase, you want to be comfortable enjoying taking the car out, why would you corner yourself in a stressful situation? Wait few years let someone else take the depreciation hit and buy a good used car which you can comfortably enjoy. Good luck with your decision. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leadfoot Report post Posted December 28, 2017 It will definitely depreciate. There are several available out there at MSRP without even negotiating.... Fortis' advice is spot on Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaiatEliteMS Report post Posted December 28, 2017 Buy a mass produced McLaren they will hold value, said no one ever. They are all losers, if you can’t afford the depreciation I’d stay out of it, that’s just me, also if that’s your main concern I wouldn’t go through with the purchase, you want to be comfortable enjoying taking the car out, why would you corner yourself in a stressful situation? Wait few years let someone else take the depreciation hit and buy a good used car which you can comfortably enjoy. Good luck with your decision. Well said. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destructo Report post Posted December 28, 2017 Buy a mass produced McLaren they will hold value, said no one ever. They are all losers, if you can’t afford the depreciation I’d stay out of it, that’s just me, also if that’s your main concern I wouldn’t go through with the purchase, you want to be comfortable enjoying taking the car out, why would you corner yourself in a stressful situation? Wait few years let someone else take the depreciation hit and buy a good used car which you can comfortably enjoy. Good luck with your decision. Spot on. The bigger the number of the car produced the bigger the depreciation, and the Performante is no exception. Sounds like you shouldn’t go through with it, you’ll sleep better at night. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wooosh Report post Posted December 28, 2017 Buy a mass produced McLaren they will hold value, said no one ever. They are all losers, if you can’t afford the depreciation I’d stay out of it, that’s just me, also if that’s your main concern I wouldn’t go through with the purchase, you want to be comfortable enjoying taking the car out, why would you corner yourself in a stressful situation? Wait few years let someone else take the depreciation hit and buy a good used car which you can comfortably enjoy. Good luck with your decision. I have to admit it ... You're always the voice of reason ... He'll thank you in a couple of years ... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fortis Report post Posted December 28, 2017 I have to admit it ... You're always the voice of reason ... He'll thank you in a couple of years ... The voice of reason is always boring ... The eternal question, what’s the key to happiness? Everyone has a different idea, some say money some say health, love, positivity, etc. etc. to a certain degree all of the above but I say, eliminate stress, you get rid of all your stress and stop giving a f*ck I bet, rich or poor you will be damn happy LOL Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wooosh Report post Posted December 28, 2017 The voice of reason is always boring ... The eternal question, what’s the key to happiness? Everyone has a different idea, some say money some say health, love, positivity, etc. etc. to a certain degree all of the above but I say, eliminate stress, you get rid of all your stress and stop giving a f*ck I bet, rich or poor you will be damn happy LOL Great Advice!!! ... You keep that up and we may have to start referring to you as ... The Lambo Power Monk ... Reminding us that most elegant solutions are considered boring, right up until we say: Ahhh ... Now I get it ... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shack Report post Posted December 28, 2017 Nothing is as bad as McLaren depreciation - EYE WATERING !! - This I know from personal experience As Fortis says - don't play if u can take a decent hit and not care Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destructo Report post Posted December 28, 2017 Nothing is as bad as McLaren depreciation - EYE WATERING !! - This I know from personal experience As Fortis says - don't play if u can take a decent hit and not care How about BMW M5 depreciation? Those are awful, like a rock slide. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SV-N-IT Report post Posted December 28, 2017 Nothing is as bad as McLaren depreciation - EYE WATERING !! - This I know from personal experience As Fortis says - don't play if u can take a decent hit and not care ive had pretty good luck so far with SV's and hopefully the perf! I would do it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! you will love the car! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allan-Herbie Report post Posted December 28, 2017 Where are 720s selling over sticker? I was offered at msrp. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SV-N-IT Report post Posted December 28, 2017 Where are 720s selling over sticker? I was offered at msrp. same here Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
APB Report post Posted December 28, 2017 I think Performante will hold it's value better than the 720S. My 2 cents. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speed Demon Report post Posted December 28, 2017 When I drive this bad boy, the last thing that goes through my mind is depreciation! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fortis Report post Posted December 28, 2017 Speed demon that looks incredible Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fine2NR Report post Posted December 29, 2017 Thanks Everyone for chiming in. Logically, Fortis is totally spot on, but also seeing everyone enjoying their Performantes makes me want to pull the trigger! Now the inner battle of logic or emotion winning before giving my decision to the dealership tomorrow... Also, out here in SoCal many of the dealerships are still selling the 720S at markup. It sounds like that will simmer down come March from what I am hearing. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LA_Brit Report post Posted December 29, 2017 The answer to your question is: no. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
oufan2929 Report post Posted December 29, 2017 Thanks Everyone for chiming in. Logically, Fortis is totally spot on, but also seeing everyone enjoying their Performantes makes me want to pull the trigger! Now the inner battle of logic or emotion winning before giving my decision to the dealership tomorrow... Also, out here in SoCal many of the dealerships are still selling the 720S at markup. It sounds like that will simmer down come March from what I am hearing. Yea, I've been offered 6 720's at sticker and 4 performantes. And that's only from the 2 dealerships I have contacts with. I'm sure if I actually sought it out, I could double or triple those numbers. And I totally hear you, for me its not about if I can or can't afford it. It's if I want to afford it. Just so many good options out there right now that won't depreciate. So it's hard to buy a new perf or 720 when I can just enjoy what I have at zero to little cost. But I really am having a hard time fighting the urge and currently I'm leaning more towards the 720. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fortis Report post Posted December 30, 2017 If you are tossing between a Performante and a 720S https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/features...rs-2017-autocar Video FWIW nobody wanted to go home in the 720S, the 720S really peaks my interest and curiosity but ever time I read reviews about it I become disillusioned, everyone raves about the fact that is extremely fast but other than that it’s quite boring, I saw a black one leave a car meet yesterday, it made no sound as if it were electric it did look good in black. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
murcivu Report post Posted December 30, 2017 Perhaps getting something else to play with in the interim that won't lose money and wait a couple of years to scoop up the Perf once it depreciates. That's what I'm doing, unless the STS comes out soon and looks anything like the GT3-Evo or the new Ford GT that comes up on the market that's reasonably priced. Going off tangent...my bad. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sl55 Report post Posted December 30, 2017 Maybe I'm drinking the kool-aid but I don't think the Perf will depreciate much. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fortis Report post Posted December 30, 2017 Maybe I'm drinking the kool-aid but I don't think the Perf will depreciate much. I think you can look at the LP570-4 Superleggera if you want to see the depreciation curve, what helps it locally is the fact that the Performante is cheaper than the standard offerings from the competitors, you pay more for a 488 and a 720S that’s why I think the local dealer delivered 6 to 8 cars already Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
VCR Report post Posted December 30, 2017 Maybe I'm drinking the kool-aid but I don't think the Perf will depreciate much. The Perf would depreciate just like the rest of the Huracan series. The soft top version is already a done deal. Lambo is concentrating on marketing the Urus of course but once that hype is over, rest assure that more potent versions of the Perf will follow not unlike the Gallardo STS & SC as there is plenty of life left in the H series. There are or will be too many of them so the rarity factor will not hold and likewise for its value. That being said, the 720S will do worse, much worse. Just walk across the street and take a peek, there are at least half a dozen of them with an used one already in the showroom. And judging from the history of the Mac's value; added by its "distinct" look; their first owners are going to take a huge haircut. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shack Report post Posted December 31, 2017 The Perf would depreciate just like the rest of the Huracan series. The soft top version is already a done deal. Lambo is concentrating on marketing the Urus of course but once that hype is over, rest assure that more potent versions of the Perf will follow not unlike the Gallardo STS & SC as there is plenty of life left in the H series. There are or will be too many of them so the rarity factor will not hold and likewise for its value. That being said, the 720S will do worse, much worse. Just walk across the street and take a peek, there are at least half a dozen of them with an used one already in the showroom. And judging from the history of the Mac's value; added by its "distinct" look; their first owners are going to take a huge haircut. As one of those who took more than a huge haircut on a 6 month old 650S I can tell you- NEVER AGAIN. The HP even if it does follow the normal curve will fair far better IMO Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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