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Honda Civic (1st gen)

1972–1979

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Market value · recent verified sales

MSRP

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

Not enough sales data

5-Year Forecast

Not enough sales data

Market scores

30

Desirability

Illiquid

10

Liquidity

Moderate

50

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The first-generation Honda Civic remains classified as an appreciating classic in the Australian market, though current trading activity is too sparse to establish reliable pricing signals or trend data. With zero tracked sales over the past twelve months, any valuation guidance would be speculative.

The model carries a collectibility score of 6, reflecting its historical significance as Honda's entry into the compact car segment, though desirability in the current market registers as low. Production volumes and original retail pricing are not available to contextualize rarity or original positioning.

Liquidity for the first-gen Civic in Australia is severely constrained, with no active listings detected and no sales volume to measure. This illiquid status creates a significant friction point for both buyers seeking examples and sellers attempting to exit positions.

Without transaction data on mileage, condition, or price points, establishing typical condition norms or wear patterns for cars that have survived to today is not possible from current market samples. The absence of recent comparable sales means any valuation would rest on anecdotal evidence rather than market consensus.

The three- and five-year outlook cannot be reasonably projected given the current absence of price history or sales velocity. Market dynamics for first-generation Civics in Australia will remain opaque until trading activity generates a sufficient data foundation.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)$910
  • Maintenance$1,830
  • Storage$4,870
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual cost$7,610
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months0

Market Snapshot

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  • Avg Sale Price
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price Range
  • Total Sales Tracked0

Recent sales

No tracked sales yet for this market.

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.