The list was compiled using Kelley Blue Book data for new vehicles with MSRPs $30,000 and up; they included specific trims of vehicles and not just the base MSRPs. The residual values (RVA) are expressed as a percent of the original MSRP five years into the future.

• Honda Accord Hybrid: MSRP – $31,090 / RVA – 44%
• 2007 BMW Alpina B7: MSRP – $115,00 / RVA – 44%
• 2007 Toyota Avalon XLS: MSRP – $31,325 / RVA – 46%
• 2007 Lexus IS 350: MSRP – $35,705 / RVA – 46%
• 2007 Infiniti M45: MSRP – $49,100 / RVA – 46%
• 2007 BMW 650i: MSRP – $81,700 / RVA – 46%
• 2007 Acura MDX AWD: MSRP – $39,995 / RVA – 46%
• 2007 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG: MSRP – $107,500 / RVA – 47%
• 2007 Lexus GS 450h: MSRP – $54,900 / RVA – 47%
• 2007 Chevrolet Corvette: MSRP – $44,250 / RVA – 47%

You can find the Forbes article here, includes pictures of the cars.