Laser Apex BR vs TMC 1500 FM 1: 5-year value retention (49% vs 49%), resale value, and cost of ownership head-to-head. Laser Apex BR holds its value better.
On five-year value retention the Laser Apex BR comes out ahead, holding about 49% of its value versus 49% for the TMC 1500 FM 1. Over the first five years the Laser Apex BR loses roughly $51,764 while the TMC 1500 FM 1 loses about $6,156 — a gap near $-45608.
First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Laser Apex BR sheds about 14% in year one versus 12% for the TMC 1500 FM 1. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.
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