1988 Porsche 959True Cost of Ownership in Belgium
444 hp twin-turbo flat-6. Full cost breakdown including import duty (10%), VAT (21%), insurance, fuel at €1.85/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$2.0M
Base: $1.5M
Annual Total
$-63415
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$150K
10% of base price
VAT
$347K
21% applied
Annual Insurance
$2K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$1.7M
Purchase + 5yr running costs
1988 Porsche 959 — Full Cost Breakdown in Belgium
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $1.5M |
| Import Duty (10%) | $150K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (21%) | $347K |
| Total Purchase Price | $2.0M |
| Annual Insurance | $2K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $4K |
| Annual Maintenance | $5K |
| Annual Depreciation | $-75000 |
| Registration & Road Tax | $1K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $-63415 |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $1.7M |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $-4.228 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Porsche 959 Fuel Cost Calculator — Belgium
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Annual Fuel Cost
$3,885
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$324
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
2,100L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$25.90
14L × €1.85
Porsche 959 Depreciation Curve
Classic cars like the Porsche 959 tend to appreciate over time. This projection shows estimated value growth.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $1.5M | 100% |
| Year 1 | $1.6M | +105% |
| Year 2 | $1.7M | +112% |
| Year 3 | $1.8M | +120% |
| Year 4 | $1.9M | +130% |
| Year 5 | $2.2M | +145% |
Appreciation based on classic segment averages.
Porsche 959 vs. Competitors in Belgium
How does the Porsche 959 compare to similar cars available in Belgium?
Porsche
959
Base Price
$1.5M
Annual Cost in Belgium
$-63415
Ford
Mustang (Classic)
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Belgium
$8K
Chevrolet
Camaro (Classic)
Base Price
$40K
Annual Cost in Belgium
$8K
Porsche
911 (Vintage)
Base Price
$80K
Annual Cost in Belgium
$12K
Annual costs estimated for Belgium market. Import duty (10%) and VAT (21%) applied to all models.
🇧🇪 Owning a Car in Belgium
High fuel taxes and urban congestion charges.
Affordable for Belgium
Annual car costs = -135% of average Belgium income ($47K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$47K
In Belgium
Fuel Price
€1.85/L
Diesel dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$2K
Per year
Import Duty
10%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
21%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
Europe
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Porsche 959 in Belgium — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Porsche 959 in Belgium.
The 1988 Porsche 959 has a base price of $1,500,000 USD. In Belgium, after 10% import duty and 21% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $1,996,500 USD (€1,996,500 EUR).