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Marcos Mantis

1971–1972

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Marcos Mantis
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Market value · recent verified sales

MSRP

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Collectibility

10/10

Holy Grail

3-Year Forecast

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5-Year Forecast

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Market scores

30

Desirability

Illiquid

10

Liquidity

Moderate

50

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The Marcos Mantis remains one of the most elusive British sports cars in the Australian market, with no recorded sales tracked over the past twelve months. This absence of transaction data reflects the car's fundamental scarcity—only 32 units were ever produced—and the illiquid nature of Holy Grail collectibles in this geography.

Despite its exceptional rarity and top-tier collectibility classification, the Mantis commands surprisingly low desirability within the local market. The combination of minimal production volume and limited ownership activity suggests that enthusiast interest or awareness may not have gained traction in Australia, or that existing examples rarely change hands.

Without sales activity or a current median price established in the Australian market, pricing discovery remains speculative. Interested buyers or sellers would need to rely on international comparables or direct negotiation, as the car's illiquidity means there is no established local benchmark.

The lack of mileage data and transaction history makes it impossible to assess typical condition or usage patterns for Australian examples. Any prospective transaction would likely depend on the individual provenance and maintenance records of a specific example rather than market norms.

Going forward, the Mantis's value trajectory in Australia will depend almost entirely on whether serious collectors recognise its production rarity and British racing pedigree. Until sales activity resumes or a specimen surfaces for public sale, the Australian market for this model remains dormant.

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

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  • Sales Last 12 Months0

Market Snapshot

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Recent sales

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