Eight everyday cars that could be future goldmines

When certain classic cars appreciate, we all take it for granted. But there are cars we frequently see on the road today with a unique quality that will see them fetch tidy sums in years to come. Now, you can get the inside track on which recent models look likely to increase in value thanks to Sell Your Jamjar – the UK’s first online car buying service, established 1999. 

Sell Your Jamjar gives you a free instant, online, no obligation vehicle valuation. If you like the figure you’re given, consider it sold. Sell Your Jamjar will buy any car whatever the make, model, mileage, age or condition. All you need to do is choose whether you want it picked up from your home or work address. Either way, it won’t be driven away until you’re satisfied that the money is in your account. 

Take a look at the nice little earners that you could soon be selling for a profit with Sell Your Jamjar.

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Whilst the MkIV Golf doesn’t quite carry the same cachet as its predecessors, it still gave us the R32, which with its 3.2-litre V6 engine will surely be a prized possession in years to come.

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With the MkIII only recently off the shelf, this dynasty continues to be incredibly popular. First gen models continue to sell for upwards of £10,000, and with that legendary moniker on the back, they look set to increase further still. 

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The CSL is widely regarded as one of the finest ever M3s built. An upgraded straight-six engine featuring one of the best BMW soundtracks set it apart, and most examples sit at around £70,000 these days. If you can get hold of one with decent rear suspension, you could be in business.

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Bursting with French flair, this legendary hot hatch represents better value than its limited edition cousins, the Clio Williams or Clio 197. Its ballsy, testosterone-soaked drive will be sure to tempt hot hatch purists as time goes by.

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The vRS was somewhat of a bargain when it was first launched in 2001. With its turbocharged engine and rally-esque body, it’s a real snip at between £1,000 and £3,000.

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There's no arguing that the MkII is anywhere near as much of an icon as its forebear, but it’s still got that classic WRX look, alluding to proper rally pedigree. There are quite a few around at decent value, and if the MkI is anything to go by, a steady increase in value shouldn’t be too far round the corner.

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Compared to the original model, the B7 is an altogether more dynamic proposition. Its explosive 4.2-litre V8 engine and balanced chassis is already held in high regard by Audi aficionados, and that alone should be enough to ensure a tidy profit if you hold on to it for long enough.

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There’s one reason why this beast is worth keeping an eye on – its titanic 6.2-litre, naturally aspirated V8 engine. With the current C63 utilising AMG's new 4.0-litre biturbo V8, this sonorous, naturally-aspirated engine will have buyers falling over themselves to snap one up.

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