Top 10 Cars With the Best Residual Value for 2005
Date Posted 12-02-2004
Want to buy a car that really holds its value? If resale value is important to you, these are the cars likely to depreciate the least during the ownership period. Below we show the percentage of its original value that each vehicle is likely to retain after five years with an annual mileage of 15,000. Keep in mind that the residual value percentages are based on the national True Market Value<SUP></SUP> (TMV) price, plus typical options and destination charge.
Date Posted 12-02-2004
Want to buy a car that really holds its value? If resale value is important to you, these are the cars likely to depreciate the least during the ownership period. Below we show the percentage of its original value that each vehicle is likely to retain after five years with an annual mileage of 15,000. Keep in mind that the residual value percentages are based on the national True Market Value<SUP></SUP> (TMV) price, plus typical options and destination charge.
- Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class 55.2%
- Mini Cooper 55%
- Ford GT 52%
- Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG 50%
Toyota Camry Solara - Lexus SC 430 49.8%
- Lexus ES 330 48.8%
- Chevrolet Corvette 48.5%
- Audi S4 48%
- Nissan Altima 47.6%
- Mercedes-Benz C55 AMG 47.5%
