actually at the time it was. I purchased mine for less than $20,000 back in 2003 and had genuine 55,000km on it for an almost stock late 94 model R32. Subsequent to that, its been (and still is) a very bad economic decision. Having said that, I love my car and will treasure it for as long as I can until that spark is extinguished within me.
Also I have yet to see anyone materialise any significant ROI from such motor vehicles (unless ex group A car or alike) hence - unless a very rare collectible, you will always realise a loss on motor vehicles.