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Bennington 168 SLE Pontoon Depreciation & Resale Value

Bennington 168 SLE keeps an estimated 67% of its value after 5 years — #2529 of 5780 boats VINdown tracks. See the full curve and the best year to buy.

Per VINdown's modeling, the Bennington 168 SLE retains an estimated 67% of its value after five years, ranking #2529 of 5780 boats we track. That is 5 points above the 62% five-year average for Pontoon in its class, so it holds value better than most rivals.

Most of the loss lands early: the Bennington 168 SLE sheds about 10% of its value in year one alone. From roughly $27,358 it falls to around $18,411 by year five — a five-year loss near $8,947, about $4.90 a day in depreciation.

Because the steepest drop hits around year 3, a lightly-used Bennington 168 SLE bought at 3 years old lets the first owner absorb the worst of the depreciation while the curve flattens — usually the value sweet spot. Explore the full year-by-year curve, trims, and true cost of ownership in the Model Lab above.

Bennington 168 SLE depreciation FAQ

Does the Bennington 168 SLE hold its value?

It keeps an estimated 67% of its value after five years — better than most among the 5780 boats VINdown tracks (ranked #2529).

How much does a Bennington 168 SLE depreciate in 5 years?

From about $27,358 when new it drops to roughly $18,411 after five years — a loss near $8,947 (67% of its value retained).

When is the best time to buy a used Bennington 168 SLE?

Around 3 years old: that is just past the steepest depreciation, so you skip the biggest drop while the value curve is flattening.