I don't think depreciation is much of an issue after the first bite from new with either. So if you go for a secondhand one then the depreciation will be negligible. I did consider a Mk1 Aero in 2008, being a similar price, but decided that I would get more hands on involvement with a traditional Mog. And so it's turned out. I have no regrets whatsoever, and have never had so much enjoyment both on theroad and in the garage.....
And the Roadster can be DIY serviced quite easily, which as an owner with dirty fingernails suits me.
