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Porsche 911 Depreciation Calculator

Calculate the Porsche 911 depreciation rate by year, mileage, and country — with accident-history adjustments and a year-by-year depreciation chart.

The Porsche 911 is the benchmark sports car and one of the strongest depreciation performers in the entire automotive market. Thanks to iconic design continuity, limited production, and cult-like demand, the 911 retains significantly more value than almost any other new car — often holding 65–70% of MSRP after five years.

1-year depreciation
10%
5-year retention
68%
MSRP
$116,050–$245k
Avg mi / year
6,500

Depreciation inputs

Depreciation during your 5-year ownership
$171,499
-95%
Value at purchase
$180,525
Brand new
Value when you sell
$9,026
5y / 60,000 mi
Depreciation / year
$34,300
Depreciation / mi
$2.86
992.2
992.2 (facelift) · started 2025

Current generation — no successor has launched yet.

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Year-by-year depreciation

Depreciation rate per year, based on an MSRP of $180,525

Age Value % Retained Annual depreciation
New $180,525 100%
Year 1 $162,473 90% -$18,052 (10%)
Year 2 $149,836 83% -$12,637 (7.8%)
Year 3 $139,004 77% -$10,832 (7.2%)
Year 4 $129,978 72% -$9,026 (6.5%)
Year 5 $122,757 68% -$7,221 (5.6%)
Year 6 $115,536 64% -$7,221 (5.9%)
Year 7 $108,315 60% -$7,221 (6.3%)
Year 8 $101,094 56% -$7,221 (6.7%)
Year 9 $95,678 53% -$5,416 (5.4%)
Year 10 $90,263 50% -$5,415 (5.7%)

Porsche 911 depreciation by country

The same car depreciates at different rates in different markets. Here's how the Porsche 911 depreciation rate changes across the seven major markets we track.

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United States
Baseline

The US is the 911's largest market and sets the global resale benchmark. Manual-equipped Carreras and allocation-limited GT cars frequently sell at or above MSRP on the used market.

Currency: USD Unit: mi
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Canada
-3% retention

Canadian 911 values track the US closely, though winter-stored, low-km cars command a premium. AWD Carrera 4 variants depreciate slightly slower than RWD due to year-round usability.

Currency: CAD Unit: km
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United Kingdom
-5% retention

Strong enthusiast base and a mature used Porsche market keep depreciation modest. RHD GT3 and Turbo allocations are highly sought after and often appreciate in the first 2–3 years.

Currency: GBP Unit: mi
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Europe
-7% retention

Germany, Switzerland, and the Netherlands sustain strong 911 demand, though high VAT and CO2-based taxes weigh on initial residuals. Classic and GT variants have the strongest long-term holds.

Currency: EUR Unit: km
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Saudi Arabia
+5% retention

Saudi Arabia has robust demand for high-performance Porsches, especially Turbo S and GT models. Low fuel costs and a year-round driving climate support firm resale pricing.

Currency: SAR Unit: km
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India
-18% retention

Steep import duties and limited service infrastructure accelerate depreciation on paper, though rarity keeps used prices of well-kept examples high. The used buyer pool is small but wealthy.

Currency: INR Unit: km
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Australia
-4% retention

Australia's 911 market is enthusiast-driven and low-volume, which supports strong residuals. Luxury Car Tax inflates new prices, so used 911s often represent better value and depreciate less steeply after year one.

Currency: AUD Unit: km

Porsche 911 depreciation after an accident

An accident on a vehicle's history permanently increases its depreciation rate, even after perfect repairs. Here's how much extra depreciation each severity level adds to a Porsche 911.

Minor accident
+10% depreciation

Paintwork, bumper scuffs, non-structural repairs. Disclosed on history reports but limited resale impact.

Moderate accident
+22% depreciation

Panel replacement, airbag deployment, meaningful CARFAX entry. Significantly accelerates depreciation.

Major accident
+38% depreciation

Frame damage, flood, salvage title. Permanent depreciation hit even after full restoration.

This "diminished value" is the extra depreciation a car carries after an accident. Insurance rarely reimburses it — our calculator bakes it into every depreciation estimate.

Porsche 911 FAQ

How much does a Porsche 911 depreciate per year?
The 911 is one of the slowest-depreciating new cars on the market, losing only about 10% in year one and 5–7% annually thereafter. After five years, a typical 911 retains around 68% of its MSRP — roughly 20 points better than the industry average. Special variants like the GT3 often depreciate even less or appreciate.
What is a Porsche 911 worth after 5 years?
A Carrera S purchased new for around $135,000 will typically be worth $90,000–$95,000 after 5 years with average mileage (~32,500 miles). Turbo S and GT3 models can hold $120,000+ depending on specification, color, and allocation rarity.
Why does the Porsche 911 depreciate so slowly?
The 911's evolutionary design, limited annual production, strong brand equity, and enthusiast demand all reduce depreciation. Porsche tightly manages supply, especially for GT models, and the car's mechanical longevity means decade-old examples remain desirable. This creates a resale floor that mainstream sports cars cannot match.
Does mileage affect 911 depreciation more than on other cars?
Yes — the 911 is unusually mileage-sensitive because buyers expect sports cars to be lightly used. Each mile beyond the ~6,500/year average reduces value by roughly $0.16, and examples over 60,000 miles face a noticeable pricing step-down. Service history and track use are also heavily scrutinized.
How much does an accident reduce a Porsche 911's value?
A minor accident typically cuts 10% from resale, a moderate accident around 22%, and a major structural incident can erase 38% or more. The 911 market is especially unforgiving on accident history because collectors prioritize originality, and Carfax-clean examples command a meaningful premium.

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