IMHO.... if you buy ANY new car, to use as a daily drive, you're going to take a hit on re-sale - fact of life!
Isn't it better to accept that and choose one which will give you the best daily experience, enjoyment and satisfaction.
In my case, I left Porsche when the 996 arrived and tried a new Lexus SC430. It lacked everything I look for in a car.
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As soon as the 997 was launched I went straight back to Porsche and took a massive hit on the Lexus - and I mean MASSIVE.
. I resented that because I hadn't enjoyed the car.
With my 997S, I look forward to every drive and it's still getting better and better.
Surely this is the yardstick against which to judge the overall situation regarding car ownership....