Porsche 911 depreciation: when to buy & cost to own
Estimates as of June 2026.
The Porsche 911 (Sports, ~$120,000 new) loses about 28% of its value in five years — it holds value better than the 41.8% market average. Buying at 3 years old and holding five costs about $3,675/yr in depreciation versus $6,720/yr buying new — you keep 45.3% more of your money.
Value by age
| Age | Est. value | Total lost |
|---|---|---|
| New | $120,000 | 0% |
| 1 yr | $106,291 | 11.4% |
| 2 yr | $99,831 | 16.8% |
| 3 yr | $94,720 | 21.1% |
| 5 yr | $86,400 | 28% |
| 7 yr | $79,474 | 33.8% |
| 10 yr | $70,567 | 41.2% |
What will it cost you to own?
Buy price (est.)
$94,720
Resale (est.)
$76,345
Total depreciation
$18,375
Cost per year
$3,675
vs. buying new
$6,720/yr
Depreciation only — older cars cost more to maintain, so the practical sweet spot is ~3–5 years old. Figures are modeled estimates that vary by trim, condition, and market. How we estimate this →