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« on: February 23, 2014, 09:29:36 »
I fell in love with the Mk 1V about eighteen months ago when a friend took me out in his. A great ride, sound and overall experience, and something you could use on the road fairly often weather permitting.
I started looking seriously about three months ago, and just missed out on the yellow ex Bill Bridges car mentioned above. There were a few minor things that needed sorting on the car, + a new non-racing clutch.
Great engine and a valuable number plate too, sold for £52.5k.
Now I'm really confused. I see pretty average Mk1Vs being offered in the £70-100k range that have been sitting there forever (and are beyond my budget), and one at Coys recently that didn't sell for less than that. Lots of adverts also highlight what "great investments" they are, which usually means "I want to get out quick before the market drops"
Recent sales activity would suggest prices peaked about 2012 and are effectively falling
Now I'm thinking maybe a nice replica would give me the same fun for less than half the price, though my heart says I'd like a "real" one that would hopefully also retain or increase in value.
Confussed !