Low-Mileage Porsche 911 Depreciation Rates
Low-mileage Porsche 911s depreciate 10% to 12% in the first year. They lose 3% to 5% per year after that. Take a 2020 model worth $125,000. It drops $12,500 to $15,000 in year one. Later years see $3,300 to $6,000 losses as the value falls. Over five years, clean low-mileage cars lose 20% to 25% total.
Yearly Breakdown for a 2020 Porsche 911
This table shows typical rates and dollar losses from a $125,000 start. Dollar amounts shrink over time because the car's value drops.
| Year | Typical Rate | Est. Dollar Loss |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10% to 12% | $12,500 to $15,000 |
| 2 | 3% to 5% | $3,300 to $5,600 |
| 3 | 3% to 5% | $3,200 to $5,400 |
| 4 | 3% to 5% | $3,100 to $5,300 |
| 5 | 3% to 5% | $2,900 to $5,100 |
Drive under 8,000 miles per year to cut these rates by up to 2 points. Clean condition and full service records boost value the most.
Factors That Drive Porsche 911 Depreciation
- Mileage: Few miles keep value high. Target 6,000 to 8,000 miles yearly.
- Trim and options: Carrera S, GTS, Turbo S, and GT models hold best. Pick popular colors and specs.
- Condition: Use dealer or specialist service. Skip accidents and big paint jobs.
- Market timing: Sell in spring or high-demand areas for top prices.
- Mods: Stock cars sell quick and strong. Store original parts with changes.
Tips to Slow Your 911 Depreciation
- Drive less: Group trips and park in a garage.
- Service on schedule: Hit factory times and log everything.
- Guard the paint: Add protection film and detail often.
- Stay stock: Skip big mods or keep OEM parts.
- Pick resale winners: Go neutral colors, good wheels, standard options.
- Time your sale: List in spring or early summer.
Porsche 911s beat most cars on value hold. Average vehicles drop 15% to 20% year one and 50% or more in five years. Your low-mileage 911 stays near 20% to 25% loss over five years if you care for it.
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