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BMW 2800 CS

1968–1971

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  • Lowest price

    US$9,350

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$60,500

    Since 2020 · n=4

  • Highest price

    US$154,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    4

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 4 lots

BMW 2800 CS

Based on 4 verified auction results

SELLDepreciatingmedium confidence

US$60,500

Market value · recent verified sales

-25.0%

12-month change

Wait or Sell

Prices declining. Sellers should consider acting; buyers should wait.

Median sold price down 25.0% over the last 12 months. Loss is likely to continue, especially for this segment.

MSRP

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$31,683

-48%

5-Year Forecast

US$26,099

-57%

Estimates based on 4 verified United States sales.

Market scores

46

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Poor

10

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The BMW 2800 CS has declined sharply to a median of US$60,500, down 25 percent year-over-year, with a sell signal now active. The downward trajectory appears structural rather than cyclical, reflecting broader softness in this segment of the early 1970s European coupe market.

Transaction volume remains extremely thin, with only four sales tracked over the past twelve months. This scarcity of market activity limits both discovery and pricing transparency, making each transaction harder to benchmark and creating friction for prospective sellers seeking orderly exits.

The model carries a collectible rating with moderate desirability, a designation that typically reflects its historical importance but limited competition from similarly aged rivals. No current listings are active in the US market, consistent with the thin liquidity environment.

Base projections point to further substantial declines ahead. The three-year outlook suggests a median near US$31,700, a drop of nearly 48 percent from current levels, while the five-year base case implies continued erosion to approximately US$26,100, or 57 percent below today's prices.

The combination of recent depreciation, sparse transaction flow, and extended downside projections suggests this is not a recovery window. Owners holding examples should evaluate their holding costs against the risk of further softening before the liquidity environment potentially tightens further.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$60,500
  • Annual appr. rate-25.0%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked11
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared11 (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)US$600
  • MaintenanceUS$2,010
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$5,830
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months3
  • Sell-Through75%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$71,088
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price RangeUS$9,350 – US$154,000
  • Total Sales Tracked4

Recent sales

  • US$95,000

    Bring a Trailer · 23 Jul 2026

  • US$9,350

    mecum · 16 May 2026

  • US$26,000

    Bring a Trailer · 29 Apr 2026

  • US$154,000

    mecum · 19 Jan 2025

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