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In many cases The most luxurious and therefore highest priced vehicles tend to be the ones that suffer the most depreciation. As the years go by, their economic value plummets, but the cars remain the same, and, if they have been well maintained, they are still fabulous machines that justify the outlay their first owners made at the time.
For today's list we have 11 classic luxury cars that can currently be purchased for a price of less than 15.000 euros, making these vehicles the perfect candidates to give a touch of class to any fan's garage as well as being a perfect opportunity to invest in pieces that will not lose value.
JAGUAR XJ40
Although the Jaguar XJ series It began to be manufactured in 1968, XJ40s launched in 1986 and manufactured until 1994 are the most common of all the versions produced of this great British luxury saloon. There was also a more luxurious twin model made by Daimler.
The Jaguar version and the Daimler are today at a reasonable price, and even more so considering the prohibitive price for many at the time. As a counterpoint, many fans back down because maintenance that can sometimes be excessively complex, especially on V12 engines.
MASERATI BITURBO
You don't have to spend a fortune to own a Maserati. This prestigious Italian firm offered in the eighties the first production car to equip two turbochargers, a technological milestone that earned it the name Maserati Biturbo.
Unfortunately these cars were manufactured at a time when quality problems took a toll on the reputation of Maserati, which was even forced to leave the US market. The Biturbos were manufactured between 1981 and 1994, and With the exception of the attractive Spider versions, they can still be found for prices below 15.000 euros.
AUDI 200
Much more exclusive than the Audi 100 that were quite popular in the 80s and 90s, the Audi 200, which in turn were based on the 100, were an extremely luxurious version that was manufactured between 1979 and 1991.
This attractive sedan came to equip the turbocharged inline five-cylinder block that was also used by the legendary Audi Quattro in addition to the same all-wheel drive. The station wagon version offered between 1984 and 1990, called 200 Avant, can exceed 15.000 euros, but the saloon can still be found below that threshold.
CADILLAC ALLANTÉ
Given that the Cadillac Allante It was proposed as a competitor against the Mercedes-Benz SL and the Jaguar XJS. Its current prices make it an option to take into account. One of the things that made this model special was that Its mechanics were done in America and then the chassis were sent to Italy where Pininfarina put the bodywork.
At the time it was the most expensive car on the US market. with a price of $57.400 in its launch year of 1987, which is equivalent to $147.000 in 2024. Technologically they were very advanced and very well equipped, but they ended up being problematic cars, especially because of their specific Bosch brake system for this car that makes any repair very expensive.
BMW SERIES 7
The luxurious BMW 7 Series came onto the market in 1977, and For this entry we are going to focus on the first three generations of the model, which can be considered classic today, and which have a price of less than 15.000 euros in many cases.
The first generation, the E23, came very well equipped for the time, but only had inline six-cylinder engines. The next two generations, the E32 and E38, could mount V8 and V12 mechanics. which even today can be found for prices below 15.000, making them a very affordable alternative to access these powerful engines.
FORD SCORPIO
Based on the platform of Ford Sierra and designed to replace the Ford Granada, the first generation Scorpio, manufactured between 1985 and 1994, was the flagship of Ford's European division and It managed to be the Car of the Year in Europe in 1986 thanks to its surprising equipment.
The model had two versions, one a more conventional four-door sedan, and another more modern and versatile five-door sedan. Although in the Ghia version the Scorpio exceeded the base price of 4 million pesetas, It is currently one of the most affordable models on the entire list.
CITROËN XM
Third in the dynasty of luxury sedans with hydropneumatic suspension from Citroën, el XM It is a more affordable alternative to the DS and CX. This very modern model manufactured between 1989 and 2000 could be equipped, among various options, with diesel engines as well as powerful V6 engines, the latter being something that the brand had not offered since the SM.
The car won European Car of the Year in 1990, and was revolutionary as it was the first model in history to feature a multifunction steering wheel, something that most manufacturers now offer. Unfortunately its electronics can be very complicated which makes many people not opt for the XM despite it being a great car.
MERCEDES-BENZ W140
There are several cars in the luxurious Mercedes-Benz S-Class that currently have prices below 15.000 euros. But for this list we have decided to have the W140, which It was sold as a saloon between 1991 and 1998, and also as a coupé from 1992.
There were various engines available, including a powerful V12 that was equipped in saloons and coupes and whose prices were usually above 15.000 euros. The V8 versions, included in the attractive two-door body can be found below that threshold, which makes a perfect candidate for a usable and enjoyable luxury car with equipment that has little to envy of a current vehicle.
RENAULT 25
Between 1983 and 1992 the Renault 25 was the flagship of the French firm, which for many was the closest thing on the market to KITT because have an on-board computer that spoke to the driver. This model became the presidential car in France.
Especially attractive is the Baccara version, equipped with a V6 engine and a very luxurious leather interior. The problem with these cars is that very few units have survived today and finding spare parts can be a problem, but the R25s that are currently for sale are at a very good price.
OPEL SENATOR
The German brand that at that time was part of the American group General Motors, and the large Dimensions and proportions of the two generations of the Opel Senator are very reminiscent of an American car from the same time.
The first generation, the Senator A, was available with four- and six-cylinder in-line engines, while the second, Senator B, was only sold with six-cylinder in-line engines. Currently, units of both generations can be found for less than 10.000 euros. in good state.
DODGE 3700GT
Given that el Dodge 3700GT It was the most expensive car of national production at its time and whose price was the equivalent of a flat. In the seventies, being able to buy it for prices less than 15.000 euros was quite a bargain. On a mechanical level, they were equipped with the 3,7-liter in-line six-cylinder engine of American origin known as “slant six”, and although most were manual, there was also an automatic version.
Recently this exclusively Spanish model was manufactured by Chrysler Spain in the factory created by Eduardo Barreiros. prices are rising, so it is a good time to get a unit of this car that at the time was a status symbol.
