Montego Bay ST8524 Deluxe vs South Bay 523RS 3 0+ Performance PK — Depreciation Comparison

On five-year value retention the Montego Bay ST8524 Deluxe comes out ahead, holding about 61% of its value versus 61% for the South Bay 523RS 3 0+ Performance PK. Over the first five years the Montego Bay ST8524 Deluxe loses roughly $15,032 while the South Bay 523RS 3 0+ Performance PK loses about $24,992 — a gap near $9,960.

First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Montego Bay ST8524 Deluxe sheds about 24% in year one versus 20% for the South Bay 523RS 3 0+ Performance PK. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.

• Montego Bay ST8524 Deluxe depreciation curve & cost of ownership →
• South Bay 523RS 3 0+ Performance PK depreciation curve & cost of ownership →