How to Lose $50K After Just 3 Months and 2K Miles
Last edit: September 06 2026 • 9 view
As you may know, premium EVs lose value fast, but the owner of this Macan Turbo Electric got a very unpleasant surprise when he decided to sell it. Like almost any Porsche, the Macan Turbo Electric is a great car, but this seller was shocked when it sold on Cars & Bids for exactly $50,000 less than what he paid, even though the car had only 2,100 miles. How did that happen? Let’s find out.
It is no secret that premium EVs can lose a crazy amount almost as soon as they leave the dealership, but even this result looks pretty shocking.
After 37 bids, the Macan sold for $97K. That would not sound too bad if the car had cost the seller only $112K, which was the base MSRP for the Turbo EV.
The problem is that the owner actually paid $146,340 because the car had a long list of expensive options. Just think about it: black leather interior for $2,440, 22-inch Macan Sport wheels for $2,700, Burmester sound system for $4,960, Drive Assist for $1,140, passenger display for $1,710, augmented reality head-up display for $2,660, and much more. The seller drove only 2,100 miles in 3 months. That means he lost more than $500 every single day he owned the car!
Do you think the buyer got a great deal? Yes and no. Yes, because he bought the car much cheaper than the original owner paid. But he still paid $97K! What do you think he would say if he found out that a very similar Macan sold at Copart for only $40,500?
Yes, it was a Macan 4, not a Turbo. It is not as powerful, but come on – $40,5K vs. $97K. That is more than $50K difference! Somebody please tell him he overpaid, lol.
And it is not only about price. Take a look at this almost-new Rivian R2 that showed up at IAAI with minor front damage, while other buyers may have to wait until 2027 to get a brand-new one.
Rivian opened the R2 configurator for retail buyers only at the end of May, and because demand is so high, people who get in line now may have to wait until 2027 for delivery. But somehow this R2 has already been delivered, tested, damaged, and sent to IAAI for sale. Soon, you will be able to place a bid on it.
As you can see, buying a premium EV at Copart or IAAi has some very serious advantages. You do not overpay at the dealer, you do not wait in line for months, and you can decide for yourself how much you are willing to bid. So if you are still thinking about buying one, do not wait too long. The closer we get to Christmas, the higher the prices may get.
