
Maserati’s Depreciation Crisis Is Scaring Off Buyers
Harry EdworthyShare
Maserati — a brand once synonymous with Italian elegance and exclusivity — is rapidly losing investor and enthusiast confidence. Not because the cars are bad to drive. Not because the brand lacks heritage. But because the numbers don’t lie.
Maseratis are depreciating faster than almost any other luxury marque.
The Shocking Stats
Here’s how much value you’d lose after just 3 years of ownership on some of Maserati’s most high-end models:
- Levante V8 Trofeo → loses 72% of its value
- Ghibli Ultima → loses 69%
- Quattroporte V8 Trofeo → loses 68%
For context, that’s supercar-level depreciation on vehicles not likely to appreciate — and not having investment fundamentals to ever recover.
Why Is This Happening?
- Poor residual values: Maserati hasn't created enough confidence in the used market. Dealerships slash prices to move inventory, and buyers notice.
- Brand confusion: Positioned as a luxury rival to Porsche and BMW M, Maserati models often fall short in tech, refinement, or performance benchmarks — leaving them in a grey zone few are loyal to.
- High cost of ownership: Insurance, servicing, and parts all carry premium pricing, further lowering secondhand demand.
The Bigger Risk for Maserati
Depreciation at this level doesn’t just hurt current owners — it hurts future buyers too. When people feel like they're being financially punished for buying a car new, they stop buying altogether. That’s a dangerous cycle Maserati needs to address fast.
Don’t let this happen to your next car.
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