Market Overview - The classic car market has shown strong performance in 2025, with significant activity in live auctions, digital sales, and private transactions, indicating a solid year overall [2][3] - There is optimism that this strength will continue into 2026, with no indicators suggesting a downturn [3] Supercar Segment - The supercar segment has emerged as the biggest story of 2025, with 80% of vehicles purchased by major collectors being supercars, particularly models from the 1990s and later [4][5][6] - New manufacturers and boutique brands are contributing to the growth of this segment, with high-value cars being sold rapidly [7] Generational Trends - The baby boomer generation is simplifying their collections as they age, while younger generations (Gen X, millennials, Gen Z) are beginning to enter the market and show interest in car collecting [10][11][12] - The anticipated wealth transfer of approximately $4 trillion annually is expected to influence the classic car market, as younger generations inherit and decide the fate of these vehicles [13][14] Market Dynamics - Luxury car manufacturers are producing and selling vehicles in greater numbers than in the past, with brands like Ferrari and Lamborghini setting record sales [17][18] - The market is also seeing a rise in interest for trucks, SUVs, and vintage restorations, indicating diverse opportunities for collectors [19][20] Collector Insights - A list of 11 cars has been identified as great value options for collectors, including iconic models like the Porsche Carrera GT and more affordable options like the Mazda Miata [22][23] - The Porsche 911 continues to be a strong investment, with various generations maintaining popularity among collectors [30] Economic Indicators - The strength of the classic car market is linked to consumers feeling positive about their financial situations, which encourages purchases despite uncertainties like tariffs [34][36] - The performance of the stock market is seen as a potential tailwind for the classic car market, as strong stock performance may lead to increased spending on luxury items [37]

Group 1 - BMW Group reported stable global sales in the first half of 2025, with over 1.2 million units sold, maintaining year-on-year levels despite a complex international trade environment [1] - The high-end and personalized brands, including BMW M, Rolls-Royce, and MINI, showed strong performance, with BMW M achieving a record sales figure of over 106,000 units, a 6.5% increase year-on-year [1] - The chairman of BMW Group emphasized the company's resilience based on three pillars: global presence, innovation capabilities, and attractive product offerings [1] Group 2 - BMW Group's electric vehicle sales (including BEV/PHEV) grew by 18.6% year-on-year, accounting for over 25% of total sales in the first half of 2025 [2] - MINI brand emerged as a benchmark for electrification, with pure electric models making up 34.3% of its sales, contributing to a 17.4% increase in global sales [2] - The company invested over €4 billion in R&D focused on new generation technology clusters, preparing for the launch of over 40 new and updated models by 2027 [2]

Group 1 - BMW Group reported stable global sales in the first half of 2025, with over 1.2 million units sold, maintaining year-on-year levels despite a complex international trade environment [1] - The high-end and personalized brands, including BMW M, Rolls-Royce, and MINI, showed strong performance, with BMW M achieving a record sales figure of over 106,000 units, a 6.5% increase year-on-year [1] - The chairman of BMW Group emphasized the company's resilience, attributing success to three pillars: global presence, innovation capabilities, and an attractive product lineup [1] Group 2 - BMW Group's electric vehicle sales (including BEV/PHEV) grew by 18.6% year-on-year, accounting for over 25% of total sales in the first half of 2025 [2] - MINI brand emerged as a benchmark for electrification, with pure electric models making up 34.3% of its sales, contributing to a 17.4% increase in global sales [2] - The company invested over €4 billion in R&D focused on new generation technology clusters, preparing for the launch of over 40 new and updated models by 2027 [2]