Future Classics: Exotic Cars to Invest in Now - Henderson Edition

2. Porsche 911 (992) GT3

 The 911 series of sports cars from Porsche have always been a good bet for future value appreciation – or they would be if we were confident the financial world would ever right itself again. The 992 GT3, with a 4.0-litre flat-six spinning to 9,000 RPM, is highly involved in the raw. It also has the hip-or-square design, the long pedigree in performance and involvement, and the motorsport DNA making it one of the more appealing cars for the collector.

It might be a pricey car, but as one of the most affordable supercars, especially compared with hypercars, or with sports racing cars, and with huge numbers of die-hard fans, a case can be made: The GT3 will continue to appreciate in the way as a many great classic cars do. One obvious reason is the pure driving aspects. The GT3 is designed to go fast, but it also handles brilliantly and has a proven racing legacy.

3. McLaren 720S

 In the supercar world, McLaren is a new name but it has been rapidly building its reputation, and its 720S is a good example of what this manufacturer can do. For example, a 2018 model has a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine making 710 horsepower and can get from 0 to 60 mph in 2.7 seconds, thanks to impressive aerodynamics, extensive use of carbon fiber in the bodywork and lightness, and its sophisticated suspension.

What’s different about the 720S is its combination of technology and long term value. Cars like this are pushing the performance envelope, retaining their value, or even appreciating in value. McLaren doesn’t have the legacy like Ferrari or Lamborghini has, but the 720S might be the halo car for its future.

4. Lamborghini Aventador SVJ

Lamborghini really realized the full potential of extreme with its 759 horsepower, naturally aspirated 6.5-litre V12-engined Aventador SVJ. Does it say ‘loud’ and ‘proud’? You bet it does. Does it go crazy fast down the road? You bet your bottom dollar it does. Does it look wicked cool? You bet it does it too. There are even more race focused features with further aerodynamic enhancements and the extra grunt to go with it.

While some of those cars will surely find devoted owners who value the thrill of driving a thoroughbred, we wonder if the Aventador rakish lines, track-focused aggression and status as a potential last hurrah of the Lamborghini V12 – a naturally aspirated engine on its way out at the Italian carmaker, as Lamborghini makes the transition to hybrid and electric powertrains – will endear it to future collectors.

5. Aston Martin V12 Vantage

Another may be Aston Martin’s V12 Vantage, a gorgeous luxury sports car with sleek styling and a 5.2-litre twin-turbo V12 engine delivering 690 hp.

Despite this, there is a strong case for collecting the ultimate Aston Martin, a car which is already a classic, and potentially one of the last V12-engine models the brand ever makes. V12 Vantage roadster comes with a hefty price tag, but experts can assure you the price will only go up throughout the years.

6. Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series

Mercedes-AMG’s GT Black Series is a special-edition model featuring extreme performance and exclusivity. With a 4.0-litre twin-turbo, capable of 720 horsepower, it’s targeted at those who demand the ultimate driving experience only track-dedicated cars are providing. Aerodynamic enhancements and lightweight materials add to the appeal and performance of the car.

Production numbers are limited, and the AMG badge will help the car be regarded as a future collectible. A special-edition model is almost always going to appreciate in value, and the GT Black Series will certainly be loved as an ever-available rolling gallery of sensuous surfaces, particularly by those who crave luxury with a bit more performance.

7. Ford GT

 The Ford GT might not be the first exotic car coming to people’s minds, but it deserves a spot on this list. A direct design descendent of the Ford GT40 race car, the modern Ford GT houses a 3.5-litre twin-turbo V6 engine putting out 660 hp. An ultimate driver’s car, it goes around corners with the best of them and is technologically advanced in every way.

Its scarcity – Ford built only 1,350 examples of the latest GT, when it was brought back for a limited production run from 2016 to 2019 – coupled with its racing heritage, could turn the car into a classic.

8. Ferrari SF90 Stradale

Ferrari’s SF90 Stradale is the manufacturer’s first hybrid supercar – a 986-hp (735 kW) monster with a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 shoehorned under the bonnet and augmented by three electric motors. Even the staunchest purists are likely to concede hybrid technology being a direction high performance cars will have to go.

In its mix of Ferrari’s traditional supercar virtues and the promise of electrified vehicles to come, the SF90 Stradale feels like it could be a future classic Ferrari. If this car is a significant turning point for the Prancing Horse, it could be a collectible, gaining in value in years to come by those who appreciate a classic and those who recognise the moment when history was made.

9. Bugatti Chiron

It wouldn’t be a list of future collectibles without Bugatti. Its Chiron is one of the most powerful and exclusive cars in the world. With a quad-turbocharged 8.0-litre W16 engine pushing its 4,800lb mass with 1,479 horsepower, to a top speed of 261mph, it is a marvel of engineering.

Only 500 examples are destined for production, with prices placing the car in a tier with the most expensive cars in the world: a 2018 Chiron costs around $3 million. Leaving aside it might also be the “boss’s car”, the Chiron’s collector status is unquestionable, so its value will likely rise over time and especially as Bugatti edges toward an electric powertrain.