It’s sometimes hard to believe that just over a decade ago, spending $100,000 offered significant buying power for many brand-new luxury cars and high-performance sports cars. However, the market outlook for new cars remains volatile and uncertain in the post-pandemic era, and with Trump’s recent tariffs impacting car imports. While $100,000 can still get you into some impressive brand-new luxury or high-performance rides today, the range of options, particularly for top-tier models, may be more limited than in the past. For some context, even an entry-level (992.2) Porsche 911 Carrera now costs around $128k. This is before markups, options, and even longer waiting times.
But if you don’t mind going down the used car route, a $100k remains a sweet spot, and you can still get your hands on some highly desirable automobiles, including supercars. Technological advancements, complex hybrid systems, driver aids, and the sheer number of screens in modern vehicles may sometimes feel like they’re diluting the onboard experience. This is even more true when it comes to enthusiast and performance models, but the same can’t be said about cars from the 1990s and 2000s. These analog cars were legends in their own time, offering up experiences that are becoming increasingly rare to find.
Most of these pre-owned gems have already taken their biggest depreciation hit, and many models, especially manual transmission variants or limited edition cars, are bottoming out and in some cases even starting to appreciate. So buy wisely and maintain it properly, and you might just find that your $100,000 automotive indulgence holds its value far better than anything rolling off the production line today. You stand to gain from the thrill, the pedigree, and potentially, a sound investment. After closely looking at the mileage, production numbers, and specs, here’s our list of some of the Best Supercars Under $100,000 on duPont REGISTRY.
For Sale: Best Supercars Under $100000
2010 Ferrari California
$91,995
- Classic red on tan color combination
- Retractable Hartop V8 Ferrari
- Long list of factory options
2010 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 (C6)
$94,634
- 200 mph RWD Manual
- Supercharged 6.2-liter V8
- ZR1 lineage makes it desirable
2004 Ferrari 360 Spider
$94,900
- Frank Stephenson / Pininfarina Design
- Final production year
- Classic combo / Rosso Corsa with Beige leather cabin
2014 Nissan GT-R
$95,990
- All-Wheel Drive
- Bullet-proof Japanese Reliability With Godzilla Pedigree
- Ballistic 200 mph Coupe
2011 Audi R8
$99,990
- Classic Audi-style
- Lamborghini derived 5.2-liter V10 power with AWD
- Aftermarket performance upgrades worth $50k
2010 Dodge Viper SRT
$99,800
- Rare Color Combo, Silver Metallic Over Black Slate Gray Interior
- American Made, Future modern-classic
- Massive 8.0-liter V-10 Engine
2005 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti
$99,995
- Overlooked Practical 2+2 Grand Tourer
- 5.7-liter V12 from Enzo, F1-tech
- 200 MPH Ferrari
2017 Aston Martin DB11
$99,995
- Ultramarine Black on Dark Night color combination
- RWD V12 Grand Tourer
- Premium. Factory Options
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMG Black Series
$99,995
- Limited-run 500 made (Only 349 U.S.)
- AMG Black Series Lineage
- 6.2-liter V8 – 500 hp
2008 Gallardo Spyder
$99,998
- 5.0-liter V10 Power
- AWD Manual Transmission (Only 200 units)
- Only a few hundred, delivered to the U.S.
FAQs
1. What cars appreciate in value the most?
A. Factors like mileage, spec, and production numbers significantly affect the value of cars. Well-spec’d low-mileage models from prestige and luxury brands have the potential to go up in value over time.
2. Is collecting cars a good investment?
A. Collector cars can be a good investment, especially models with historical significance. However, factors like condition, mileage, authenticity, and market trends impact returns. Other aspects to keep in mind include maintenance, storage, and insurance.
3. What is the best way to sell collector cars?
A. A highly-reputed luxury automotive marketplace like the duPont REGISTRY is one of the best ways to sell collector cars.