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Alfa Romeo 156 GTA

2002–2005

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  • Lowest price

    £4,325

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    £8,676

    Since 2020 · n=8

  • Highest price

    £12,500

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    8

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 8 lots

Alfa Romeo 156 GTA

Based on 8 verified auction results

HOLDAppreciatingmedium confidence

£9,076

Market value · recent verified sales

+10.7%

12-month change

Hold or Wait

Appreciating but pace slowing. Patient buyers may find better entry.

Median sold price up 10.7% over the last 12 months. Hold if owned; chasing the trend at peak carries risk.

MSRP

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

£9,940

+10%

5-Year Forecast

£10,236

+13%

Market scores

50

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Good

70

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The Alfa Romeo 156 GTA is trading at a median of £9,076 in the UK market, up 10.7 percent over the past year. This modest appreciation aligns with its classification as an appreciating classic, though the gains remain steady rather than dramatic.

The sample size of six transactions over twelve months reflects thin liquidity for this model. With only eight total sales tracked, prospective buyers and sellers should expect limited inventory and potentially extended search periods, though this scarcity may provide some underlying support to valuations.

The 156 GTA sits at a collectibility score of 6, occupying a secure middle ground between investment-grade and everyday classic. Its moderate desirability suggests appeal primarily to Alfa enthusiasts and Italian marque collectors rather than the broader classic-car market.

The current HOLD signal reflects balanced fundamentals without compelling momentum. No active listings are present at the time of this analysis, consistent with the thin liquidity profile.

Looking ahead, the base case projects the 156 GTA to reach £9,940 within three years, representing a 9.5 percent gain from current levels. Over five years, the median is forecast to climb to £10,236, or 12.8 percent cumulative appreciation, driven largely by the steady scarcity typical of ageing Italian sports sedans and gentle inflation in the collectible market.

These projections assume stable market conditions and typical ownership patterns. The 156 GTA remains a hold for current owners and a measured prospect for buyers seeking a solid, if unspectacular, appreciation trajectory.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg value£9,076
  • Annual appr. rate+10.7%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
This model holds value better than its segment average — strong long-term hold.

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked8
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared8 (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)£450
  • Maintenance£900
  • Storage£2,400
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual cost£3,750
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months6
  • Sell-Through75%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale Price£8,152
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price Range£4,325 – £12,500
  • Total Sales Tracked8

Recent sales

Showing latest 8
  • £9,051

    Collecting Cars · 31 May 2026

  • £4,325

    Collecting Cars · 12 May 2026

  • £9,100

    Collecting Cars · 7 Apr 2026

  • £12,500

    Collecting Cars · 19 Nov 2025

  • £9,940

    the-market · 11 Nov 2025

  • £8,300

    Collecting Cars · 27 Aug 2025

  • £7,600

    Collecting Cars · 2 Sept 2024

  • £4,400

    Collecting Cars · 16 Jul 2023

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