Coronavirus Bargains: £20k-35k
Discussion
When the CV lockdown finally ends and in the event prices for thirstier/sportier cars take a knock as a consequence, I would like to hoover up a bargain. A chunky discount on what was a £20k-35k car pre-CV would likely bring quite a few interesting cars within range.
Here are my criteria:
V8 (preferably) or smaller forced induction
0-60 in 5s or so
No MB, no Audi, no hatchbacks
Less than 10 years old
Min 4 seats
On my list atm are Jaguar V8s i.e. XKR, XFR, XJR, Golf R Estate, F10 M5/other fast BMWs, Porsche an outside possibility. Any obvious options I have missed?
Here are my criteria:
V8 (preferably) or smaller forced induction
0-60 in 5s or so
No MB, no Audi, no hatchbacks
Less than 10 years old
Min 4 seats
On my list atm are Jaguar V8s i.e. XKR, XFR, XJR, Golf R Estate, F10 M5/other fast BMWs, Porsche an outside possibility. Any obvious options I have missed?
growlerowl said:
On my list atm are Jaguar V8s i.e. XKR, XFR, XJR, Golf R Estate, F10 M5/other fast BMWs, Porsche an outside possibility. Any obvious options I have missed?
All attainable at sub £20k already, surely? A decent F30 M3 for low £20ks would be nice, or a sub £20k M4 - that's where mine will be going.
Otherwise, a 991 or Macan Turbo at the mid-top end, depending on how bad things get.
2013 MY facelift 4.7 Granturismo S is on my list for a Jan 2021 purchase. These are hovering above 30k at the mo and I’m hoping values take a hit so they get closer to £27-£28k by the time I’m ready to buy.
Others - American muscle cars Charger/Camaro/Mustang. All sub 30k having had a quick look
Nissan GTR. Bit leggy age wise but can be had in budget
Bentley Conti GT. not a V8 in this price range and a big old brute.
Lexus V8s- ISF is a solid car, my little brother owned two. RCF is meant to be good. Don’t think the GSF has depreciated enough yet. Ditto LC500.
Others - American muscle cars Charger/Camaro/Mustang. All sub 30k having had a quick look
Nissan GTR. Bit leggy age wise but can be had in budget
Bentley Conti GT. not a V8 in this price range and a big old brute.
Lexus V8s- ISF is a solid car, my little brother owned two. RCF is meant to be good. Don’t think the GSF has depreciated enough yet. Ditto LC500.
growlerowl said:
When the CV lockdown finally ends and in the event prices for thirstier/sportier cars take a knock as a consequence, I would like to hoover up a bargain. A chunky discount on what was a £20k-35k car pre-CV would likely bring quite a few interesting cars within range.
Here are my criteria:
V8 (preferably) or smaller forced induction
0-60 in 5s or so
No MB, no Audi, no hatchbacks
Less than 10 years old
Min 4 seats
On my list atm are Jaguar V8s i.e. XKR, XFR, XJR, Golf R Estate, F10 M5/other fast BMWs, Porsche an outside possibility. Any obvious options I have missed?
I did exactly that last week and bought a 1993 Bentley Continental R as a stupid low price. It should arrive today. Here are my criteria:
V8 (preferably) or smaller forced induction
0-60 in 5s or so
No MB, no Audi, no hatchbacks
Less than 10 years old
Min 4 seats
On my list atm are Jaguar V8s i.e. XKR, XFR, XJR, Golf R Estate, F10 M5/other fast BMWs, Porsche an outside possibility. Any obvious options I have missed?
This actually ticks all the boxes & it has the full 2LZ package as well:
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201...
I forgot to add it's not a bargain as they really haven't dropped for a while but it's still a cracking steer with a bombastic engine note.
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201...
I forgot to add it's not a bargain as they really haven't dropped for a while but it's still a cracking steer with a bombastic engine note.
Jazzer77 said:
If Maserati Grancabrios get cheaper I'd be very tempted.
Lot of flash & noise for £30k, very nice at £20-£25k.
Would a Gran Turismo do, or does it have to be a soft top?Lot of flash & noise for £30k, very nice at £20-£25k.
This one failed to reach reserve and it available for £19,725. 2008 car with 36k miles:
https://www.classiccarauctions.co.uk/2008-maserati...
You'd have to arrange collection or delivery from Northampton, after the movement restrictions are lifted. They'll hang onto it until then for you.
If you want relatively decent performance, then a few to consider could be:
F10 M5 - LCI model
Porsche 997 911
Porsche 996 911 - later model
M6 Coupe / GranCoupe
Panamera Turbo
F80 M3
M4 Coupe
Bentley Continental GT
Bentley Continental Flying Spur
Maserati GranSport / Quattroporte
Any reason you did not want Mercedes or Audi? Or just personal preference?
F10 M5 - LCI model
Porsche 997 911
Porsche 996 911 - later model
M6 Coupe / GranCoupe
Panamera Turbo
F80 M3
M4 Coupe
Bentley Continental GT
Bentley Continental Flying Spur
Maserati GranSport / Quattroporte
Any reason you did not want Mercedes or Audi? Or just personal preference?
V8fan said:
Jazzer77 said:
If Maserati Grancabrios get cheaper I'd be very tempted.
Lot of flash & noise for £30k, very nice at £20-£25k.
Would a Gran Turismo do, or does it have to be a soft top?Lot of flash & noise for £30k, very nice at £20-£25k.
This one failed to reach reserve and it available for £19,725. 2008 car with 36k miles:
https://www.classiccarauctions.co.uk/2008-maserati...
You'd have to arrange collection or delivery from Northampton, after the movement restrictions are lifted. They'll hang onto it until then for you.
Grancabrio start at 2010 so 2 years younger and with the 4.7 engine. Wishful thinking at £20k but at below £25k then man maths could overtake rational thought.
BMW i8's 6 months ago were all £45k+. Fallen to £35k+ now. Bit of a sensible choice compared to the Grancabrio.
Many thanks for replies all. I should have clarified the newer and lower mileage the better, as for sure ratty examples of some of these cars are likely attainable for significantly less than £20-35k.
Bit scared of Maseratis and higher mileage GTR etc. tbh. Aren't Maseratis the stereotypical money pit?
Don't really want LHD if I can help it, though the American muscle cars do seem to offer pretty good bang for buck and I guess some of them come in RHD.
Only legged creature to fit in the back of an XK would be my lurcher! Think I can make it comfy enough with some cushions etc. It's a real shame the F Type doesn't have something similar as it'd definitely be on the list - though I did wonder about sticking the dog in the boot.
The BMWs mentioned are definitely a good call. Will add them to the list.
Lexus ISF is interesting but there seem to be a grand total of 6 for sale nationwide on Autotrader! I'd kind of like something with more to choose from really. Just don't have the time to be hunting around for ages for the right one. As for the RCF I'm sure it's good to drive but I just cannot get past the exterior, which is - how can I put it? Interesting...
About MB and Audi - I just don't like the image of either really, plus I have my doubts about reliability and quality. Other half had a couple of recent MBs that I felt were pretty disappointing in terms of comfort and interior. MB market themselves as premium but they just felt like any other car, nothing special at all - in fact pretty cramped and uncomfortable. Her new Skoda Karoq feels better all round tbh than either of the MBs she had. I guess if their mentalist 6.3 litre jobbies were slightly less mental they'd be on the list. And Audis just seem overpriced and boring, and if anything less reliable than equivalent VAG cars. They literally do nothing for me at all.
Bit scared of Maseratis and higher mileage GTR etc. tbh. Aren't Maseratis the stereotypical money pit?
Don't really want LHD if I can help it, though the American muscle cars do seem to offer pretty good bang for buck and I guess some of them come in RHD.
Only legged creature to fit in the back of an XK would be my lurcher! Think I can make it comfy enough with some cushions etc. It's a real shame the F Type doesn't have something similar as it'd definitely be on the list - though I did wonder about sticking the dog in the boot.
The BMWs mentioned are definitely a good call. Will add them to the list.
Lexus ISF is interesting but there seem to be a grand total of 6 for sale nationwide on Autotrader! I'd kind of like something with more to choose from really. Just don't have the time to be hunting around for ages for the right one. As for the RCF I'm sure it's good to drive but I just cannot get past the exterior, which is - how can I put it? Interesting...
About MB and Audi - I just don't like the image of either really, plus I have my doubts about reliability and quality. Other half had a couple of recent MBs that I felt were pretty disappointing in terms of comfort and interior. MB market themselves as premium but they just felt like any other car, nothing special at all - in fact pretty cramped and uncomfortable. Her new Skoda Karoq feels better all round tbh than either of the MBs she had. I guess if their mentalist 6.3 litre jobbies were slightly less mental they'd be on the list. And Audis just seem overpriced and boring, and if anything less reliable than equivalent VAG cars. They literally do nothing for me at all.
Mustang 5.0 V8 - I bought a convertible version last year and it has genuinely been amazing. 4 good seats, quick enough and with a little change in the exhaust sounds like thunder! I've owned quite a few cars over the years and this has probably been the biggest (positive) surprise in terms of just how good it really is.
I don't think you will find that many bargains post Covid, for the following reasons:
1) There will be many other people like you, waiting for the lockdown to finish so they can also "hoover up a bargain"
2) Lower new cars orders during lockdown means lower stock of part ex cars
3) Used car dealers will be desperate for stock as soon as the lockdown is over. The start of the pandemic coincided with the normal buying cycle of the used dealers leaving them short of stock but rich in cash.
My prediction would be a price spike in used cars for a short period after lockdown whilst the market corrects itself. I could be totally off the mark though
1) There will be many other people like you, waiting for the lockdown to finish so they can also "hoover up a bargain"
2) Lower new cars orders during lockdown means lower stock of part ex cars
3) Used car dealers will be desperate for stock as soon as the lockdown is over. The start of the pandemic coincided with the normal buying cycle of the used dealers leaving them short of stock but rich in cash.
My prediction would be a price spike in used cars for a short period after lockdown whilst the market corrects itself. I could be totally off the mark though
Edited by Spy on Friday 17th April 14:57
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