There is something about sports cars that makes the best of us lose our inhibitions. And keep aside environmental concerns. Or not think about mundane things like affordability or parking space or well, reliability as well. Spot a sports car and most of our brains go back to the Neanderthal era. We want to drag the car back to our cave, with a gorilla-like chest-bumping action proclaiming “mine!”

Yeah, there is nothing intelligent about the combination of a human being, and a sports car. And no, most of the sports car fanatics don’t care. Still, it's good to remember at this time that there are some sports cars that are completely OTT. These are so insanely expensive, it's better to steer clear of them and go for something else. Why? Because it's not just the initial cost which is crazy, but maintaining these cars and feeding them fuel can leave your bank account gasping for funds…

15 Chrysler Crossfire: Just All Wrong

A short-lived Daimler and Chrysler affair produced the Chrysler Crossfire. At $50,000 for the top trim, it wasn’t expensive per se. Just that it was such a blot on what a sports car should be like, it proved an expensive joke for the buyer. Bad performance, bad interiors and bad everything per se ruined the car for good. And then there was that rear windshield that liked to fall out.

14 Porsche 911: A White Elephant To Maintain

The 911 Carrera starts at about $220,000 so no, it's not cheap. Likely to stretch your budget, buying this means further costs. Because maintaining this car can cost upwards of $2,000 a year – and by this, we just mean regular maintenance. Add to this fuel costs as well as any repair costs if needed, and you might end up missing the mortgage altogether.

13 Lamborghini Murcielago: Too Expensive By Far

At $280,000 for the 2002 model, the Murcielago was one heavy, depreciative investment from the start. This was almost 18 years ago – so no, the Murcielago did not come cheap. With a 6.2-liter V12 engine that pumped 575 horses, and zipped 0-60mph in 3.8 seconds – this also proved to be quite the fuel guzzler. At $354,000 for the 2010 model – expenses only went up.

12 Maserati Ghibli: Too Average A Build

Out of 20 mid-size sedans, the Maserati Ghibli is ranked at number 20. So no, this is not a revered Maserati, more like a reviled one. Of course, at $75,000 this may not seem expensive, but with the shoddy build quality and a lackluster power, this isn’t what a Maserati should be like. So even $75,000 is quite the steep price to pay for it.

11 BMW M5: Massive Depreciation

At $100,000 for 624 horses and 553 ft-lb torque, the BMW M5 seems like a good car. And despite a few random recalls, it indeed was an excellent sports car. Why then, does its price drop from $100k to just $40k in five years? As long as you don’t expect to make a killing when you sell it, it’s a cool car indeed.

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10 Pagani Huayra: An Ugly $1Mill Car

Been in existence since 2012, the Pagani Huayra replaced the Zonda, none of which are catchy nameplates. For one million, this car looks like a mid-engined effort that spliced parts of the Miata and the Ferrari 458 for the body. Ugly and so non-sleek, most of the cars have also been recalled over battery issues. An expensive problem? You bet!

9 Porsche Cayenne: Expensive To Maintain

Reliability issues polka dot the Cayenne and make its $160,000 price tag quite the massive bill to pay. Maintaining it is a pain, so this should not be a car that makes you dig in for the auto loan payments. If you have the deep pockets to buy it, and then keep it well-fed for years to come, then sure, go for it. Else, go for the Boxster if you have to have a Porsche.

8 Jaguar F-Type: Punch-Drunk On Fuel

With the Jaguar (and Land Rover) having changed hands from Ford to the Indian-owned Tata Motors, reliability seems to have taken a nosedive. The $100,000 Jag F-Type falls to a three out of five in reliability, and the gas-guzzling engine makes it an environmental blot. Just not that cool anymore.

7 Maserati Spyder: A Boring Sports Car

You can buy a Maserati Spyder for under $5,000 now, though in 2004 its market price was close to $100k. Why? Well, a bad transmission, outdated styling, shoddy interiors – name the issues and the Maserati provided. Some blame a rushed release, while others simply blame Maserati. Repairs proved expensive as did the depreciation.

6 Audi S5: A Killing Percent Depreciation

The Audi S5 isn’t a super expensive sports car at $55,000 – and with 354 horsepower and 369 ft-lb torque, it seems like a steal. The only thing being is when you try to sell this car after a cool five-year run to upgrade to a better car. This $55,000 car falls to a $20k resale value, making depreciation one ugly word in your dictionary.

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5 Maserati GranTurismo: Barely A Return On Investment

The Maserati bashing continues. Moving on to the 4.7-liter V8 Gran Turismo that costs about $130,000 and depreciated like crazy. It falls to a mere $50,000 in five years – and with an expired warranty loses all its appeal. That’s the thing with sports cars, warranties are all important. Once the warranty is out, the expenses start to soar.

4 Aston Martin DB9: Poor Build Quality

Somehow for a car that costs roundabout $200,000; we didn’t think reliability would be an issue? Introducing the Aston Martin DB9, that is not just an expensive fuel guzzler at 13mpg in the city. But also comes with the poor build quality. Why Bond? Why drive a car that leaves us shaken, not stirred?

3 Mercedes-Benz SLC: Overpriced And Underpowered

Much like the Chrysler Crossfire, the SLC also came out while Daimler-Benz and Chrysler were having a tryst. It wasn’t all that bad a car, just a bit of a dud. And at $50k ten years back, no one wanted a dud that looked like a Merc, but so did not run like one. Surprisingly the engine was okay, a 36-horsepower 2.0-liter twin-turbo V6 – somehow that power did not reach the wheels.

2 Bentley Continental GT: Suspense On The Suspension?

The Bentley Continental GT is one car likely to be in every celebrity garage, particular those in the music industry. Don’t ask us why? What you can ask us is why do we not hold it in high regard? Think suspension issues, faulty shocks, and electronics with an Annabelle temperament. This, at $200,000 plus.

1 Dodge Viper: Unreliable, Uncomfortable and A Guzzler

We love how the Dodge Viper sounds. And if we have enough moolah, we would buy it in a jiffy, but as a tertiary car. It is not a comfortable ride and can feel claustrophobic. For $120,000 – its interiors do not inspire comfort or luxury. Its gas-guzzling so pricey, for the buyer and environment. And its reliability scores are no great shakes either. Better to dodge this one, right?

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