Austin-Healey 100
1953–1959
Lowest price
US$16,500
Since 2020
Median price
US$35,500
Since 2020 · n=8
Highest price
US$198,000
Since 2020
Sold cars
8
All time
Sell-through
100%
Of 8 lots

Based on 8 verified auction results
US$24,500
Market value · recent verified sales
-15.9%
12-month change
Wait or Sell
Prices declining. Sellers should consider acting; buyers should wait.
Median sold price down 15.9% over the last 12 months. Loss is likely to continue, especially for this segment.
MSRP
—
Collectibility
6/10
Collectible
3-Year Forecast
US$26,835
+10%
5-Year Forecast
US$27,633
+13%
Market scores
46
Desirability
Thin
30
Liquidity
Poor
10
Resale Outlook
Option premiums
What every option is worth.
Built ≤ 1957
+US$12,002+34%8 with · 8 without · high confidence
Right-hand drive
+US$5,379+15%3 with · 5 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 Austin-Healey 100 is trading at a median of $24,500 in the US market, down 15.9% over the past twelve months—a meaningful pullback that signals near-term weakness despite the model's long-term appreciation classification.
With only four tracked sales in the last year against a total sample of eight, liquidity remains thin and price discovery is challenging. Prospective buyers or sellers should expect limited competition and wider bid-ask spreads, making timing and negotiation more consequential than usual.
The model carries a collectibility score of 6 with moderate desirability, positioning it as a solid classic rather than a blue-chip marque. The Austin-Healey's enduring appeal rests on its British sporting heritage and straightforward mechanical character, though it lacks the first-tier cache of contemporary competitors.
The current sell signal reflects the recent downward pressure, and the thin transaction base means any single sale can shift perceived market direction. Near-term price stability appears uncertain, though the broader classification suggests underlying demand remains intact.
Looking ahead, the base projection calls for appreciation to $26,835 by year three and $27,633 by year five—gains of 9.5% and 12.8% respectively. This trajectory assumes the recent dip represents a temporary correction rather than fundamental loss of interest, supported by the model's enduring appeal to enthusiasts seeking affordable British classics with known parts availability.
Depreciation Benchmark
- Current avg valueUS$24,500
- Annual appr. rate-15.9%/yr
- Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
Vehicle History Signals
- Auction lots tracked17
- Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
- No damage declared17 (100.0%)
Est. Annual Ownership Costs
- Insurance (agreed value)US$600
- MaintenanceUS$1,210
- StorageUS$3,220
- Depreciation— (appreciating)
- Total annual costUS$5,030
Market Liquidity
- Active Listings0
- Sales Last 12 Months5
- Sell-Through63%
Market Snapshot
- Active Listings0
- Avg Sale PriceUS$63,813
- Avg Mileage at Sale—
- Recent Price RangeUS$16,500 – US$198,000
- Total Sales Tracked8
Recent sales
Showing latest 8US$33,000
Bring a Trailer · 22 Jul 2026
blue and cream
US$30,500
Bring a Trailer · 3 Jul 2026
satin black · C4 automatic
US$38,000
Bring a Trailer · 25 May 2026
maroon · 5-speed manual (T-5)
US$18,500
Bring a Trailer · 9 May 2026
white · manual
US$16,500
Bring a Trailer · 1 May 2026
US$86,900
mecum · 9 Mar 2024
Blue · Manual
US$89,100
mecum · 19 Aug 2023
Spruce Green · Manual
US$198,000
mecum · 15 Jan 2023
Black · Manual
Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.