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Land Rover Series I

1948–1958

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  • Lowest price

    $7,600

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    $26,375

    Since 2020 · n=16

  • Highest price

    $50,500

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    16

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 16 lots

Land Rover Series I

Based on 16 verified auction results

BUYBottomed Outhigh confidence

$27,875

Market value · recent verified sales

-9.3%

12-month change

Strong Buy

Trend favours buyers right now. Move while supply is loose.

Price has settled around current levels after a decline (12-mo change -9.3%). Often a buy window before recovery.

MSRP

—

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

$22,261

-20%

5-Year Forecast

$20,751

-26%

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Market scores

46

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Weak

25

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Built ≤ 1954

    +$6,548+25%

    23 with · 15 without · high confidence

Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. Sales are pooled across markets on a relative-price basis, so exchange rates and market levels can't skew the split. Options interact in ways a one-at-a-time split can’t capture — treat each premium as directional rather than gospel.

Marque analyst note

The Series I has declined 9.3% over the past year to a median of AUD $27,875, representing what the data flags as a bottoming event in the Australian market. The buy signal and high-confidence status suggest this depreciation has exhausted itself, though the three- and five-year projections indicate continued softness with base forecasts of AUD $22,261 (−20.1%) and AUD $20,751 (−25.6%) respectively.

Liquidity remains thin, with only four tracked sales in the past twelve months against a lifetime sample of sixteen transactions. This scarcity of documented trades means price discovery is limited and execution risk exists for both buyers and sellers, particularly at the edges of the valuation range.

The Series I carries a collectible rating with moderate desirability, a designation reflecting its heritage appeal and the robust nostalgia market for early Land Rovers. Production volumes and original specifications data are not available, but the model's iconic status in British automotive history continues to anchor collector interest despite recent price softening.

The disconnect between the bottomed-out signal and negative medium-term projections suggests the market is pricing in ongoing headwinds that extend beyond the immediate correction. Real interest rates, insurance costs, and storage economics for heritage vehicles in Australia may be structural pressures tempering the recovery outlook even as tactical entry points improve.

With no active listings currently tracked, the market presents limited choice for active buyers. Patience and selective bidding will likely reward participants, given the thin deal flow and the signals that downside momentum has stalled.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg value$27,875
  • Annual appr. rate-9.3%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked39
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared39 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

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 Months4
  • Sell-Through25%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale Price$25,309
  • Avg Mileage at Sale—
  • Recent Price Range$7,600 – $50,500
  • Total Sales Tracked16

Recent sales

Showing latest 16
  • $25,750

    Collecting Cars · 17 Jun 2026

  • $30,000

    Collecting Cars · 8 Apr 2026

  • $18,000

    Collecting Cars · 30 Mar 2026

  • $35,000

    Collecting Cars · 2 Feb 2026

  • $50,500

    Collecting Cars · 10 Oct 2025

  • $34,500

    Collecting Cars · 2 Sept 2025

  • $27,000

    Collecting Cars · 12 Aug 2025

  • $38,000

    Collecting Cars · 24 Jun 2025

  • $18,500

    Collecting Cars · 26 Feb 2025

  • $15,900

    Collecting Cars · 3 Dec 2024

Common questions

What is a Land Rover Series I worth in 2026?

The current Australia market median is $27,875, based on 4 verified auction sales. Recent sales ranged from $7,600 to $50,500.

Is the Land Rover Series I going up in value?

Over the last 12 months its Australia median moved -9.3%. Past movement is not a guarantee of future value.

How many Land Rover Series Is are for sale right now?

No live auction listings tracked right now — new lots are swept in several times a day, and you can follow the model to be notified.

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