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Ferrari 512 BB

1976–1981

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  • Lowest price

    £90,000

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    £166,500

    Since 2020 · n=8

  • Highest price

    £250,500

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    8

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 8 lots

Ferrari 512 BB

Based on 8 verified auction results

HOLDAppreciatinghigh confidence

£163,500

Market value · recent verified sales

+25.0%

12-month change

Hold or Wait

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

Median sold price up 25.0% over the last 12 months. Hold if owned; chasing the trend at peak carries risk.

MSRP

—

Collectibility

8/10

Highly Collectible

3-Year Forecast

£301,486

+84%

5-Year Forecast

£370,650

+127%

Estimates based on 8 verified United Kingdom sales.

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Market scores

53

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Excellent

85

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Built ≤ 1978

    +£16,650+10%

    7 with · 3 without · low 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 Ferrari 512 BB has climbed 25 percent over the past twelve months, settling at a median of £163,500 in the UK market—a solid appreciation signal in a selective segment. High confidence in this valuation reflects consistency across the eight transactions tracked in this period, though the thin liquidity means individual sales can carry outsized weight.

Only 2,323 examples were produced across the model run, positioning the 512 BB squarely in the appreciating classic tier with a collectibility score of 8. The model's moderate desirability and iconic flat-twelve engine keep it accessible compared to its rarer Daytona predecessor, yet scarce enough to support steady demand among informed buyers.

With zero active listings currently in the UK market, supply remains tight. The eight sales tracked over twelve months suggest annual turnover of roughly that volume, typical for a car in this price band and collectibility tier. Buyers should expect patience in sourcing examples, particularly those in notable condition.

The base case projection anticipates the 512 BB reaching £301,486 within three years—an 84 percent gain—and £370,650 by year five, doubling from current levels. These trajectories assume stable market conditions and continued appreciation of air-cooled Ferraris, which have shown resilience across cycle downturns. The model's production volume, mechanical robustness, and strong period styling provide foundation for this outlook.

Current signal is hold or wait, reflecting neither urgency to buy nor reason to exit for existing holders. The thin market and high confidence rating suggest that informed entry at present levels aligns with medium-term appreciation trends, though patience for the right example remains prudent.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg value£163,500
  • Annual appr. rate+25.0%/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 tracked25
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared25 (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)£1,300
  • Maintenance£2,400
  • Storage£2,400
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual cost£6,100
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months2
  • Sell-Through25%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale Price£164,347
  • Avg Mileage at Sale—
  • Recent Price Range£90,000 – £250,500
  • Total Sales Tracked8

Recent sales

Showing latest 8
  • £250,500

    Collecting Cars · 12 Mar 2026

  • £90,000

    the-market · 23 Oct 2025

  • £168,000

    Collecting Cars · 3 Jan 2025

  • £159,000

    Collecting Cars · 16 Oct 2024

  • £185,001

    Collecting Cars · 9 Sept 2024

  • £171,272

    the-market · 8 Jul 2024

  • £126,000

    Collecting Cars · 13 Jul 2023

  • £165,000

    Collecting Cars · 28 Jun 2023

Common questions

What is a Ferrari 512 BB worth in 2026?

The current United Kingdom market median is £163,500, based on 8 verified auction sales. Recent sales ranged from £90,000 to £250,500.

Is the Ferrari 512 BB going up in value?

Over the last 12 months its United Kingdom median moved +25.0%. Past movement is not a guarantee of future value.

How many Ferrari 512 BBs 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.