classic english sports car

martin says: “affordable, convertible, and will cruise at 70 mph all day long.”

1968-71 jaguar xke series ii coupe
expect to pay: $20,000.
in five years, sell it for: $30,000.
martin says: “better to drive than its convertible cousin. cheaper, too.”

1954-64 mercedes 190sl convertible
expect to pay: $25,000.
in five years, sell it for: $35,000.
martin says: “not fast, but very reliable and stylish.”

1968-74 mgb convertible
expect to pay: $8,000.
in five years, sell it for: $15,000.
martin says: “a classic english sports car with many modern features.”

1965-68 porsche 911 coupe
expect to pay: $15,000.
in five years, sell it for: $25,000.
martin says: “the first of a true classic model, and it still has great performance.”

1968-72 corvette coupe
expect to pay: $18,000.
in five years, sell it for: $30,000.
martin says: “the cheapest classic corvette you can buy, and it looks better every year.”