Investment Vehicle Market Weekly Sponsored By Merino Auto Group, IVS

This report will cover the week's highs, lows, and other analyses by Investment Vehicle Specialist from Merino Auto Group's staff. It will be issued every Friday of the month. 

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Week of 4/15/25

• Ferrari F40: (Produced 1987-1992) The last Ferrari personally approved by Enzo Ferrari. It's a lightweight, mid-engine supercar celebrated for its raw, twin-turbo V8 power and minimalist design focused purely on performance. Instantly recognizable by its iconic wedge shape and large rear wing, it's a highly coveted collector's item representing the pinnacle of analog supercars.
• Ferrari F50: (Produced 1995-1997) Built to celebrate Ferrari's 50th anniversary, the F50 succeeded the F40. It took a different approach, utilizing a naturally aspirated V12 engine derived directly from Ferrari's Formula 1 program and offering an open-top 'barchetta' configuration. It's rarer than the F40 and known for its high-revving F1 soundtrack and unique construction.
• Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing (W198): (Produced 1954-1957) An absolute automotive icon, famous for its distinctive roof-hinged "gullwing" doors and status as one of the first true supercars. It featured advanced technology for its time, like direct fuel injection derived from racing, and remains one of the most beautiful and collectible Mercedes-Benz models ever created.
• BMW M3 (E30): (Produced 1986-1991) The first BMW M3, created as a homologation special to allow BMW to compete in touring car racing (like DTM). Known for its high-revving S14 four-cylinder engine, balanced handling, distinctive "box flare" fenders, and pure driving experience. It's a motorsport legend and a highly sought-after modern classic.
• Porsche 911 Turbo (930 3.3L): (Produced 1978-1989) This evolution of the original 911 Turbo featured a larger 3.3-liter engine, often with an intercooler. Famous for its explosive performance, demanding RWD handling ("widowmaker" reputation), wide fender flares, and iconic "whale tail" or later "tea tray" spoiler. It's a defining supercar of the late 70s and 80s.
• Porsche 911 Carrera 4S (996.2): (Produced 2002-2005) Part of the first water-cooled 911 generation (996), the updated ".2" version of the Carrera 4S (C4S) combined the wide body shell of the 996 Turbo with a naturally aspirated engine and all-wheel drive. It offered Turbo-looks and sure-footed handling, representing a distinct model in the 996 lineup.
• Mercedes-Benz 280SE (W111): (Produced 1967-1971 for 280SE badging within the W111 run) These elegant coupes and highly desirable cabriolets are renowned for their timeless Paul Bracq styling, pillarless design, and exceptional build quality. They represent mid-century Mercedes luxury and craftsmanship. The later 3.5 V8 versions are particularly sought after.
• Porsche 911 SC Coupe: (Produced 1978-1983) Standing for "Super Carrera," the 911 SC featured a robust, torquey 3.0-liter flat-six engine and a galvanized body for better rust protection. It offered a classic, air-cooled 911 driving experience and is considered one of the most reliable and usable classic 911 generations.
• LaFerrari Coupe: (Produced 2013-2016) Ferrari's first hybrid hypercar and part of the "Holy Trinity" alongside the McLaren P1 and Porsche 918 Spyder. It pairs a screaming naturally aspirated V12 with an F1-derived HY-KERS electric system for staggering performance (950+ hp). It represented the absolute peak of Ferrari road car technology and performance upon release.
• LaFerrari Aperta: (Produced 2016-2018) The open-top version of the LaFerrari, built in much smaller numbers (around 210 units) to celebrate Ferrari's 70th anniversary. It offers the same extreme hybrid V12 performance as the coupe but with an open-air driving experience. Its extreme rarity makes it one of the most exclusive and valuable modern Ferraris.
•   This report is not exact science and car guys have their favorites and opinions, however these are vehicles that are doing good, have done good they are bullish currently, and if you have the budget to grab one and park I am confident you woun't loose out when the time comes to sell and cash out. Thanks for stopping by.