Today’s blue-chip collectibles are easy to list: Cobra, Gullwing, early Corvette. But what about tomorrow’s?
That’s where the crystal ball gets a little hazy. We can assume a few things, though: They’ll be rare, storied, desirable cars from beloved brands, with firsts and lasts getting a little extra attention.
Can we apply that same formula to more recent machines? If …
I find it easy to forget that a lot of super-desirable (and super-expensive) classics simply used to be not-so-old sports cars people sold to get the latest and greatest.
David, while I don't disagree with your choices, I feel you have looked over a couple. The BMW Alpina B6 for one. Beginning with 2016, the B6 came with all wheel drive, sophisticated suspension and sport modes for almost every driving situation. It's a car with everything mixed into a design that will never go out of style, blazing fast, and has now lost enough value to be affordable to most drivers seeking a luxury sport car that will seat 4, is luxurious without being ostentatious and built from the finest materials. No, I don't own one (yet) but have driven and drooled on several. Their exclusivity will make them a sure bet for auto collections in the future. Don't tell anyone--wait 'til I have mine!!
That Mercedes would be easy to resist - other than an off-putting price, it looks like a bunch of clowns should pile out of it when it pulls up and stops. You could get the same look for less money with a Viper (or several other wet dream schoolboy fantasy cars).
David, what about the BMW I8? Sophisticated, very few around, fast enough to impress, and economy unheard of in a performasnce car. Not to mention it is so easy on the eyes. Starting prices were $150k++. Now fijnd a good one with low miles for $45-50K. Can't imagine why, they are reliable, starship technology, and did I mention flat-out gorgeous?
David, what about the BMW I8? Sophisticated, very few around, fast enough to impress, and economy unheard of in a performasnce car. Not to mention it is so easy on the eyes. Starting prices were $150k++. Now fijnd a good one with low miles for $45-50K. Can't imagine why, they are reliable, starship technology, and did I mention flat-out gorgeous?
In reply to bimmerbob :
The i8 is stunning and, yes, I could see that being a future collectible as well.
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