The Least Useful Cars On The Market
When purchasing a vehicle, a very important factor will be how practical it will be for us on a day-to-day basis. Therefore, we do a quick review of the least useful cars on the market.
The attractive super sports cars
The great sports cars, such as the more than famous Ferrari or Lamborghini, are cars of great appeal, power and exclusivity. However, there is something that most of them have in common: they are not practical vehicles. A clear example can be the beautiful Mercedes SLS AMG.
Mercedes SLS AMG
This model is an example of exquisite design, both in its aesthetics and in its mechanics. Under the hood of the model there is a huge 6.3-liter naturally aspirated V8 engine, a classic of the German brand.
Developed by AMG and manufactured by hand by a single operator, it delivers 571 hp of power, reaching 591 hp in the case of the SLS AMG GT.
However, and as is usually the case in supercars, this model has high fuel consumption and reduced escapio both in the passenger compartment and in the trunk. This makes it an impractical vehicle for any function other than taking it for a walk around town and flaunting its elegance and appeal.
The market price of the first versions did not exceed 200,000 euros. However, over the years, this figure increased to around € 250,000 for the SLS AMG GT.
Therefore, it is very important to consider whether it is profitable to invest such a large amount of money in acquiring a vehicle that is, in essence, an ornament.
Ferrari 488 GTB
Another example that follows the same line is the Ferrari 488 GTB. This model has advantages and disadvantages similar to the Mercedes discussed above.
The Ferrari 488 GTB has managed to break the record for the brand’s production vehicle with the best aerodynamics, lowering the coefficient of drag and downforce. The Italian brand has extracted a lot of information obtained in F1 to achieve this.
However, it does feature a supercharged 3.9-liter V8 centrally positioned block. It develops no less than 670 hp of power at 8,000 laps and delivers a maximum torque of 760 Nm. This huge engine is a huge consumption and exceeds the budget of any average customer.
Even so, it must be taken into account that the prices of this model, around 250,000 euros, are not available to more than the wealthiest, who will not have too much problem in acquiring and maintaining a model like this despite its lack of practicality.
The drawbacks of buying an SUV
Faced with the usual drawbacks in supercars, SUVs are on the market as very practical models, with ample space for passengers and luggage. However, they also have some disadvantages that can make them inconvenient options.
First of all, the size and weight of these models directly affects consumption. Therefore, considering an average of 10,000 km traveled per year, the consumption of an SUV can entail costs of around 140 euros more per year compared to models in other categories.
On the other hand, all-risk insurance policies for this type of model can entail increases of around 100 euros more per year. If we take into account an average useful life of about 10 years, this expense will be around 1,000 euros more when purchasing an SUV than when opting for another type of car.
When it comes to tires, two factors must be taken into account. First of all, the wear of the tires in an SUV is more accentuated than in other models, which will mean more frequent changes and maintenance.
In addition to this, the renewal of these SUV type tires is more expensive. Generally speaking, in about ten years and with about 10,000 km driven, an SUV may require about three tire replacements. This can mean an expense of about 700 euros more than in the case of other family vehicles.
For all these reasons, and although SUVs are often presented as quite useful models, the higher costs associated with their maintenance and insurance can make them less practical.
