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2024 Wiesmann Project ThunderballTrue Cost of Ownership in China

671 hp all-electric. Full cost breakdown including import duty (15%), VAT (13%), insurance, fuel at ¥1.1/L, maintenance, and depreciation.

Annual cost =624%of avg China income

Purchase Price

$390K

Base: $300K

Annual Total

$75K

Insurance + fuel + maintenance

Import Duty

$45K

15% of base price

VAT

$45K

13% applied

Annual Insurance

$1K

Avg for this country

5-Year Total

$764K

Purchase + 5yr running costs

2024 Wiesmann Project Thunderball — Full Cost Breakdown in China

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

Cost ComponentAmount (USD)
Base Price (MSRP)$300K
Import Duty (15%)$45K
VAT / Sales Tax (13%)$45K
Total Purchase Price$390K
Annual Insurance$1K
Annual Fuel Cost$3K
Annual Maintenance$10K
Annual Depreciation$60K
Registration & Road Tax$900
Total Annual Running Cost$75K
5-Year Total Cost of Ownership$764K
Cost Per Kilometer$4.992

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 — China

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

Adjust Your Usage

15,000 km
5,000 km50,000 km
¥1.10
¥0.01Current: ¥1.10¥3.50
Fuel efficiency: 18L per 100km (typical for exotic segment)

Annual Fuel Cost

$2,970

USD equivalent

Monthly Fuel Cost

$248

Per month average

Annual Liters Used

2,700L

At 15,000 km/yr

Cost per 100km

$19.80

18L × ¥1.10

Wiesmann Project Thunderball Depreciation Curve

The Wiesmann Project Thunderball loses approximately $132K (44%) of its value over 5 years.

Year-by-Year Value

New$300K100%
Year 1$240K80%
Year 2$216K72%
Year 3$195K65%
Year 4$180K60%
Year 5$168K56%

Depreciation based on exotic segment averages.

Wiesmann Project Thunderball vs. Competitors in China

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

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Base Price

$300K

Annual Cost in China

$75K

671 hp all-electric

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Base Price

$210K

Annual Cost in China

$35K

Daily-driveable supercar

McLaren

720S

Base Price

$300K

Annual Cost in China

$48K

Fastest in class, lightweight

Aston Martin

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Base Price

$245K

Annual Cost in China

$40K

Grand touring excellence

Annual costs estimated for China market. Import duty (15%) and VAT (13%) applied to all models.

🇨🇳 Owning a Car in China

License plate lottery in major cities.

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Very Expensive for China

Annual car costs = 624% of average China income ($12K/yr)

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Average Annual Income

$12K

In China

Fuel Price

¥1.10/L

Mixed dominant

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Avg Car Insurance

$1K

Per year

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Import Duty

15%

On vehicle value

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VAT / Sales Tax

13%

Applied at purchase

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Driving Side

Right-hand

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Popular Car Brands in China

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Wiesmann Project Thunderball in China — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about owning a Wiesmann Project Thunderball in China.

The 2024 Wiesmann Project Thunderball has a base price of $300,000 USD. In China, after 15% import duty and 13% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $389,850 USD (¥389,850 CNY).