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2023 Wiesmann Project ThunderballTrue Cost of Ownership in New Zealand

671 hp all-electric. Full cost breakdown including import duty (5%), VAT (15%), insurance, fuel at NZ$1.5/L, maintenance, and depreciation.

Annual cost =200%of avg New Zealand income

Purchase Price

$374K

Base: $310K

Annual Total

$84K

Insurance + fuel + maintenance

Import Duty

$16K

5% of base price

VAT

$49K

15% applied

Annual Insurance

$2K

Avg for this country

5-Year Total

$794K

Purchase + 5yr running costs

2023 Wiesmann Project Thunderball โ€” Full Cost Breakdown in New Zealand

Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.

Cost ComponentAmount (USD)
Base Price (MSRP)$310K
Import Duty (5%)$16K
VAT / Sales Tax (15%)$49K
Total Purchase Price$374K
Annual Insurance$2K
Annual Fuel Cost$4K
Annual Maintenance$15K
Annual Depreciation$62K
Registration & Road Tax$600
Total Annual Running Cost$84K
5-Year Total Cost of Ownership$794K
Cost Per Kilometer$5.592

For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.

Wiesmann Project Thunderball Fuel Cost Calculator โ€” New Zealand

Adjust your annual mileage and local fuel price to calculate your exact fuel costs.

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15,000 km
5,000 km50,000 km
NZ$1.50
NZ$0.01Current: NZ$1.50NZ$3.50
Fuel efficiency: 18L per 100km (typical for exotic segment)

Annual Fuel Cost

$4,050

USD equivalent

Monthly Fuel Cost

$338

Per month average

Annual Liters Used

2,700L

At 15,000 km/yr

Cost per 100km

$27.00

18L ร— NZ$1.50

Wiesmann Project Thunderball Depreciation Curve

The Wiesmann Project Thunderball loses approximately $136K (44%) of its value over 5 years.

Year-by-Year Value

New$310K100%
Year 1$248K80%
Year 2$223K72%
Year 3$202K65%
Year 4$186K60%
Year 5$174K56%

Depreciation based on exotic segment averages.

Wiesmann Project Thunderball vs. Competitors in New Zealand

How does the Wiesmann Project Thunderball compare to similar cars available in New Zealand?

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Base Price

$310K

Annual Cost in New Zealand

$84K

671 hp all-electric

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Base Price

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Annual Cost in New Zealand

$35K

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Annual Cost in New Zealand

$48K

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Annual Cost in New Zealand

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Grand touring excellence

Annual costs estimated for New Zealand market. Import duty (5%) and VAT (15%) applied to all models.

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Owning a Car in New Zealand

High fuel prices relative to income.

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Very Expensive for New Zealand

Annual car costs = 200% of average New Zealand income ($42K/yr)

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Average Annual Income

$42K

In New Zealand

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Fuel Price

NZ$1.50/L

Gasoline dominant

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Avg Car Insurance

$2K

Per year

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Import Duty

5%

On vehicle value

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VAT / Sales Tax

15%

Applied at purchase

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Driving Side

Left-hand

Oceania

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Wiesmann Project Thunderball in New Zealand โ€” Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about owning a Wiesmann Project Thunderball in New Zealand.

The 2023 Wiesmann Project Thunderball has a base price of $310,000 USD. In New Zealand, after 5% import duty and 15% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $374,325 USD (NZ$374,325 NZD).