296 Values and Used Market

Almost all the GTB’s are in the low 300’s. Most cars are fine- especially when properly charged. Problems cars are the exception.

 

don't worry about that. most are good. check svc records. unlike the mclarens of old that tanked and had gremlins these cars are just victims of a post covid economy not because of themselves. cars are phenomenal. phenomenal driving machines. obliteratingly fast and nimble. in the future they will be steals. cars are only going to get more expensive and complex. they cannot keep dropping at the same rate. it is counterintutive and inorganic. the new audi a6 will now cost nearly 80k base. a loaded one nearly 100k. the 296 will not drop any further. the market itself will not allow it.

 

I remain smitten. The 296 is phenomenal. It is so much better than everything that has come before it (speed, handling, steering, breaking, solidity and size- just so much more nimble).

When it comes to a sports car for the road its more usable and its’ ability to make usable horsepower almost defies physics. It’s wholly entertaining and feels hardwired to my brain. Sound is good- and more than good enough. Wow. What a bargain

 

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Y’all keep your main or spare in this? The key I mean

 

Maybe a little of both, but more of the latter. Truth is, asset values have exploded, inflation has ripped, the Ferrari buyer has done well post-COVID, the high end car buyer has mostly made money (or broke even) on their several purchases so they have a mental cushion going into the next purchase.

Another point worth mentioning too, is that Ferrari mostly stands alone in its competitive group. McLaren has faded, the performance gap has expanded between Porsche and Ferrari (I’m not referring to track performance, but rather street performance), and Lamborghini’s new offerings are super portly. Ferrari does not have much competition and I say that as a guy that loves all brands and have owned them all. The Ferrari brand has strengthened in recent years.

 

I was the winner of the 24’ 296 GTS on Bring a trailer. I was honestly shocked I won that under 400k. I was in the market to buy one and I was even at the dealership test driving it. Showed my friend ,who was selling me the car, the auction and he told me to start bidding. Owner came out and made sure the specs were great and we were cheering for it. Great day to win an auction.

 

congrats! I’m assuming it was the TDF one. Beautifully spec’d

 

Congrats! And nice first post. Welcome to the board.

 

So my guess on that blue 2024 296 was pretty darn close.

 

Congrats beautiful car!

 

It is a 2024 and not even broken in and currently under warranty. Being sold from authorized dealer is not going to raise the price $40K. At least not to anyone with half a brain.

 

Congrats. That's the way to do it.

 

Such good luck. Congratulations! Do you have any stock recommendations?