Youngtimers

We are happy to help you find the Youngtimer that suits you perfectly.

Why buy a Youngtimer?

A Youngtimer offers a unique combination of nostalgia, style and financial benefits. These cars, aged 15 to 25 years, are often well maintained and exude character that you do not always find in newer models and depreciate little. But it's not just about the appearance; the tax benefits of a Youngtimer make it an attractive choice, especially for business drivers. By choosing a Youngtimer, you save considerably on additional tax, which suddenly makes driving a luxury car a lot cheaper. At Maessen Classics & Sportscars we are happy to help you find the perfect Youngtimer that suits your style and needs.

The Youngtimer scheme, fiscality, 'bijtelling' and taxes

A Youngtimer will be subject to a favorable tax arrangement in 2024, which means you can save considerably on additional tax if you drive the car for business purposes. Instead of 22% additional tax on the original new price, you pay 35% on the current fiscal day value of the car for a Youngtimer. This can make a difference of thousands of euros per year, which suddenly makes driving a luxury car a lot more attractive. In addition, you pay the same road tax as for a new car, but the lower day value often results in a lower insurance premium. In short, a Youngtimer is a financially smart choice.
A calculation example regarding the additional benefit:

• New car: BMW 530i High Executive in 2024 with a price of approximately € 110.000. You pay 22% additional tax on this, which is approximately € 24.000. The net costs at the highest tax bracket of 49,50% then €12.000 per year, or a maximum €1.000 per month.
• Youngtimer: BMW 540i High Executive from 2006 with a price of approximately € 17.500. You pay 35% additional tax on this, which is approximately € 6.125.
  The net costs at the highest tax bracket of 49,50% then €3.000 per year, or a maximum €250 per month.

In this calculation example you can see that with a youngtimer the additional costs alone are 4x cheaper compared to driving a new car for business purposes.

How do you choose a Youngtimer, what should you pay attention to?

Choosing the right Youngtimer requires attention and knowledge. Important aspects to pay attention to are the maintenance history, mileage and the general condition of the car. A good Youngtimer has had regular maintenance and is free of major technical problems. At Maessen Classics & Sportscars you can count on our advice and expertise.

What are the best Youngtimers of 2024 and 2025?

The market for Youngtimers is constantly changing, and every year there are new models that attract attention. In 2024, cars that were built between 1999 and 2009 will fall under the youngtimer scheme.

In our opinion, these are the best Youngtimers of 2025:

1. Porsche Cayenne 957
2. BMW 5 Series F10
3. BMW 7 Series F01
4. Porsche Panamera
5. Ferrari 458
6. BMW Z4 (E89)
7. MB E-class (W212) and Coupe (C207)
8. BMW X1 (E84)
9. Audi A5 Sportback (8T)
10. VW GOLF 6 GTI

Bonus Tips:

• Aston Martin Fast
• Nissan 370Z

In the meantime, take a look at our carefully curated collection youngtimers at the top of this page.

Want to buy a Youngtimer, business or private? Or also leasing?

A Youngtimer can be an excellent investment for both business and private purposes. For business drivers, the tax advantage is often decisive, but privately you can also benefit from lower costs and the unique driving experience that a Youngtimer offers. If you would rather not invest a large amount at once, offer Maessen Classics & Sportscars also the option to lease a Youngtimer. This way you enjoy the same benefits without the direct investment, while still driving in style and comfort.

Youngtimer scheme will not disappear: the future of the youngtimer scheme remains certain for the foreseeable future

Many business drivers are worried: will the youngtimer scheme disappear? The future of the youngtimer scheme was briefly in doubt due to a proposal in political The Hague to gradually phase out this scheme, intended for cars 15 years and older. The plan was to permanently abolish the youngtimer scheme after 2023. However, this proposal was rejected in 2023, thanks to a narrow majority that voted in favor of retaining the scheme. For the time being, the future of the youngtimer scheme remains safe, and this advantageous scheme for business cars between 15 and 25 years old will continue to exist.