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Aston Martin vs Jaguar F-Type?

I am very fortunate that I am in the position of being able to buy either an Aston Martin Vantage 4.7 V8 from around 2009 or a Jaguar F-Type 5.0 V8 2013 model. I have a budget of up to £50k.

My question is this: I think the Aston will always retain more value than the Jaguar, is that correct? I know that with the exception of a few elite cars, most will always lose money and I accept whatever I buy will. Just trying to work out what the Jaguar might be worth in five years time versus the Aston. Any guidance you could give would be greatly appreciated.

Asked on 13 February 2016 by Woodsy

Answered by Honest John
I'd buy the Jag because it's better built and will almost inevitably be more reliable and cheaper to run. You must be talking roadster rather than coupe, so I urge you to check the trunks. The Jag's is tiny and if it contains a space saver spare wheel you can't get much more in there.
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