Glossary / General

hold their value

10 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

When a car 'holds its value,' it means that it doesn't lose a lot of money over time when you try to sell it. Some cars are more popular and stay valuable longer than others.

Technical Definition

The term 'hold their value' refers to a vehicle's ability to maintain its resale price over time. Cars that hold their value well are typically in high demand and have a reputation for reliability and desirability.

Hear It Discussed

"V70Rs hold their value incredibly well. Guys come in with a 170,000 mile car and it's still 17.5 all day. But they're like always 17.5, right?"
Affordable 21st-Century Performance, Revisited Bring a Trailer Podcast 30:45

"The cheapest one I could find was like $61,000. They hold their value like crazy."
We Spend A Week In The Most Controversial Car Of The Year! | Ep. 330 TFL Car Chat 52:30

"And because they hold their value so well, it's the most popular SUV sold in America. And they hold their value like crazy."
Car Pro Radio Show May 9 26 Hour 2 CarPro Radio Show 26:36