Some people swear to only buy new cars, and others the exact opposite. While both parties have some valid points, it all comes down to which car your eyes are set on. A new luxury sedan like the Mercedes-Benz S-Class will lose almost all of its value in the first 10 years, and while that might sound like a nightmare for the first owner, those who are interested in the second-hand market will have the opportunity to buy this Benz for a fraction of the price.

If only that were the case with all used cars; some cars actually have the tendency to skyrocket in value over the years, if that's because it's unbelievably desirable, or perhaps it's just downright magnificent to drive, we're not sure. Usually, this rule of thumb applies to sports cars, but as you'll soon see, this isn't true for all fun rides.

So without further a due, here are some cars that are best to buy second-hand, and some which are best to buy right out of the box.

10 Used: Mazda MX-5 Miata

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Miata Is Always The Answer, and that’s no understatement. The Mazda MX-5 is praised by car guys everywhere since they’re reliable, affordable, and an unhealthy amount of fun to drive.

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They might not be the fastest cars on the road, since all of them are powered by 2.0-liter naturally aspirated engines or smaller ones, but what they lack in straight-line speed they make up for in the twists and turns. If you’re keener on classic cars, buying a ‘90s Miata will only cost less than $6,000 and provide you with a lifetime of non-stop enjoyment.

Related: 10 Reasons Why We Love The Mazda MX-5 Miata

9 Used: Maserati GranTurismo

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Yes, that’s right, there’s a particular Maserati that’s a bargain on the used market - and this one won’t set your wallet on fire in maintenance costs.

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The GranTurismo is Maserati’s sporty grand tourer, and not only does it look exquisite, but thanks to its Ferrari-derived V8, it has one sweet symphonic exhaust sound when you put your foot down. Maseratis are prone to diminish in their value, and the GranTurismo is no exception with 2008 models costing just below $30,000.

8 Used: Nissan GT-R

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Nissan’s ludicrously fast sports car, the R35 GT-R has been around for nearly 15 years with little refreshes in between, so whether you buy a 2011 model, or a 2022 model, you’ll still be receiving the same potent all-wheel-drive monster - the only difference is the earlier models cost substantially less.

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“Godzilla” receives its power from a twin-turbocharged V6; the initial 2009 models produced 480 hp, and today’s newest variant an upwards of 565 hp, but in the grand scheme of things, power never was the GT-R's strong suit, a lightning 0-60 time is its forte; the 2009 model could complete a sprint to 60 in as little as 3.5 seconds, which is still impressive by today's standards.

Related: 5 Reasons Why The Nissan GT-R Was The Best Sports Car In Its Price Range (5 Why It's Overrated Now)

7 Used: Audi R8

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The first-generation R8 was something truly ostentatious to behold; it was offered with either a nasty V8, or a Lamborghini V10 tucked right behind the driver’s head, and if that wasn't great enough, the Germans also threw in a gated manual shifter and Quattro all-wheel-drive into the mix.

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This maniacal recipe meant that the idea of an affordable supercar you can drive every day has finally become a reality - sure, R8’s aren’t cheap, but when you reckon the Audi R8 will soon have to be discontinued, you'll be owning a piece of automotive brilliance nonetheless.

Related: Here’s What Makes The First-Gen Audi R8 An Affordable Used Supercar

6 Used: BMW M2 Competition

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Sure, some might argue that the BMW 1M is the Bavarians' greatest small sports car creation to date, but when you take into consideration they cost more than a brand spanking new M240i, that ship has already sailed. If there is one thing we have realized with older Bimmers, it's that history repeats itself, so it's inevitable that the M2 Competition will soon be known as a modern classic, which in return will skyrocket their prices.

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Oh, and don’t for one moment think the M2 Comp is any normal BMW unworthy of its red, white, and blue M badge either.... see, underneath is still a very brutal twin-turbo straight-six pumping 410 hp to the rear wheels, and if you’re very lucky, you might even find one with a stickshift.

5 New: Chevrolet Corvette C8

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Not only is the new Chevrolet Corvette an animal on the track, but it's an absolute steal with base models costing just over $60,000.

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We cannot emphasize enough what value your money is getting you: a mid-engined naturally aspirated V8 that sends almost 500 hp to the rear wheels, a 0-60 time of sub-3-seconds, and on top of all that, finally a cockpit built by GM that doesn’t feel like its assembled by using Lego bricks. If you’ve ever wanted a car that can do it all, the new Chevy C8 is the perfect car to fill that need.

Related: 2022 Chevrolet Corvette: Costs, Facts, And Figures

4 New: Lexus LC 500

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It’s not often that you see Japanese car companies make robust V8 engines or full-blown luxury coupes and be successful in doing so, but Lexus has somehow managed to accomplish the impossible by killing two birds with one stone. Some consider the LC 500 to be a tribute to the original LFA, but rather than acting like its replacement, we think the LC 500 serves more like a brother to the V10 animal.

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See, the LC is powered by a gorgeous 5.0-liter naturally aspirated V8 that musters out 471 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque, but there is even more to love about this Lexus than its appearance and rumble, just look at its resplendent interior for instance.

Related: This Is Why The Lexus LC 500 Is Worth Every Penny

3 New: Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio

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There are some mind-boggling super sedans up for sale nowadays, but one that outshines its competition has to be Alfa’s Giulia Quadrifoglio - or QV for short. Its 2.9-liter twin-turbo V6 pumps out more than 500 hp throughout its veins, and with its aggressive design, very few other four-door supercars are intimidating to the Alfa.

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It might be a tad more expensive than the BMW M3 and Mercedes-Benz C63s, but for that little bit of extra cash, you receive an immeasurable amount of personality, uniqueness, and blatant charisma that many modern cars lack.

Related: 5 Reasons Why We Love The Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio (5 Reasons Why We'd Never Buy One)

2 New: Toyota GR86

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The 86 has been around for nearly a decade and is a perfect choice for someone who wants to buy their first sports car without having to worry about crippling their bank account or losing control and slamming into a tree, however it was a bit too tame.

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Luckily, Toyota has listened, and their new Gazoo Racing 86 ticks all the boxes the previous one missed, now it’s powered by a 2.4-liter four-banger that produces 228 horsepower, while still remaining true to its driver-focussed personality: the GR86 is still turbo-less, rear-wheel-drive and comes standard with a 6-speed manual.

1 New: Porsche 911 Turbo S

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One of the ultimate drag dominators, the 911 Turbo S. This is the newest 911 generation called the 992, and like Porsche’s master recipe goes; all-wheel-drive, turbocharged flat-six and an absurd amount of power (640 hp to be exact); the newest addition to the 911 brand name sticks to it.

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The Turbo S has a rear-mounted 3.7-liter flat-six capable of rocketing the German cruiser to 60 mph from a standstill in a staggering 2.3 seconds and can complete a quarter-mile run in just 10.3 seconds, deeming it one of the quickest cars for sale the market has to offer.