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Six (almost) affordable exotics currently for sale in Australia

The price of used cars has skyrocketed since the COVID-19 pandemic began, however there are still bargains around if you know where to look. 


Here are six exotic luxury and performance classics currently listed in the Australian classifieds for significantly less than you might have expected...

 

2000 Maserati 3200GT – $47,000

 

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Located in Queensland, this 2000 Maserati 3200GT costs less than a new Honda Accord sedan.

The Italian coupe – which was priced from $195,000 (plus options) when new – has 57,200km on the clock.

Brought to Australia from England in 2011, the car had its clutch, brake pads and discs replaced in 2018, according to the seller.

Its 3.2-litre twin-turbo V8 petrol engine produces 271kW/491Nm, sent to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual transmission.

This powertrain was the last bespoke Maserati V8, before the company went to Ferrari power in 2004. It allows for a 0-100km/h sprint in 5.1 seconds, on the way to a top speed of 280km/h.

 

1998 Porsche 911 Carrera 996 – $48,500

 

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Located in Victoria, this 1998 Porsche 911 Carrera 996 could be yours for roughly the same price as a new, top-spec Mazda MX-5.

The hard-top sports car – which was priced from $192,200 (plus options) when new – has 213,500km on the clock, and is, according to the seller, "running strong."

Featuring a tan leather interior and a trip computer, this 911 is highly-specified and registered until January 2022. The 996 was the first 911 to be water-cooled, making it less desirable among many Porsche fans, and helping to keep prices down.

The 'fried egg' headlights weren’t too popular with many fans and buyers of the Stuttgart-based brand, either.

Its rear-mounted 3.4-litre naturally-aspirated six-cylinder petrol engine produces 221kW and 350Nm, sent to the rear wheels via a five-speed automatic transmission.

This allows for a 0-100km/h sprint time of 6.0 seconds, on the way to a top speed of 314km/h.

 

2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur – $68,000

 

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Located in Western Australia, this 2005 Bentley Continental Flying Spur will set you back just slightly more than a top-spec 2021 Kia Stinger.

The 5307mm-long limousine – which was priced from $353,000 (plus options) when new – has just 64,000km on the clock.

Its 6.0-litre twin-turbo 12 cylinder produces a not-insignificant 411kW/650Nm, sent to all four wheels via a six-speed automatic transmission.

This allows it to complete the 0-100km/h sprint in 5.2 seconds, on the way to a top speed of 305km/h.

 

2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage – $84,000

 

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Located near Canberra, this 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage could be yours for just $84,000.

While that's not exactly cheap by most people's metric, buying James Bond's car – or at least one that looks similar to it, given the Vantage never officially starred in a Bond movie – for the price of a new Audi TT does seem enticing.

The car – which was priced from $258,737 (plus options) when new – has 55,000km on the clock, and, according to the seller, is in "good" condition.

Its 4.3-litre V8 petrol engine produces 283kW/410Nm, sent to the rear wheels via a six-speed manual transmission.

This allows for a 0-100km/h sprint in 5.0 seconds, on the way to a top speed of 299km/h. Fold in the mirrors and you'd probably clip 300km/h...

 

2002 Ferrari 360 Modena F1 – $126,900

 

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Located in New South Wales, this 2002 Ferrari 360 Modena F1 could be yours for just $126,990. Yes, that's an actual Ferrari for less than a new Lotus Exige.

The car – which was priced from $395,500 (plus options) when new – has 52,392km on the clock and, according to the seller, has "just completed [a] recent major service [which] includes [a new] drive belt and timing belt, and [an] exhaust upgrade."

It has also been fitted with a touchscreen, Bluetooth and a satellite navigation system, as well as an upgraded sound system.

Its 3.6-litre V8 petrol engine produces 294kW/373Nm, sent to the rear wheels via a six-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters.

This enables it to cover the 0-100km/h dash in 4.5 seconds, on the way to a top speed of 294km/h.

 

2008 Audi R8 Quattro – $114,750

 

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Located in Queensland, this 2008 Audi R8 could be yours for just $114,750 – a relative 'bargain' for a mid-engined, manual transmission supercar.

The car – which was priced from $277,196 (plus options) when new – has just 42,937km on the clock.

Its 4.2-litre V8 petrol engine produces 309kW/430Nm, sent to all four wheels via a six-speed 'gated' manual transmission.

This allows for a 0-100km/h sprint in 4.6 seconds, on the way to a top speed of 297km/h.

William Davis

William Davis has written for Drive since July 2020, covering news and current affairs in the automotive industry. He has maintained a primary focus on industry trends, autonomous technology, electric vehicle regulations, and local environmental policy. As the newest addition to the Drive team, William was brought onboard for his attention to detail, writing skills, and strong work ethic. Despite writing for a diverse range of outlets – including the Australian Financial Review, Robb Report, and Property Observer – since completing his media degree at Macquarie University, William has always had a passion for cars.

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