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BMW Z1

1989–1991

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  • Lowest price

    US$92,000

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$94,400

    Since 2020 · n=2

  • Highest price

    US$96,800

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    2

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 2 lots

BMW Z1

Based on 2 verified auction results

HOLDStablemedium confidence

US$54,296

Market value · recent verified sales

+6.6%

12-month change

Hold or Wait

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

Prices have been flat (+6.6%). No strong directional signal.

MSRP

Collectibility

7/10

Highly Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$63,720

+17%

5-Year Forecast

US$67,112

+24%

Estimates pool 8 verified sales across United Kingdom, United States — cross-market prices FX-adjusted at Jul 2026 rates.

Market scores

41

Desirability

Illiquid

10

Liquidity

Good

60

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The BMW Z1 is trading at a median of $54,296 in the US market, up 6.6 percent over the past twelve months, signaling stable but measured appreciation.

Liquidity remains constrained, with only two tracked sales over the past year and no active listings currently available. This thin transaction volume means buyers should expect extended search periods and sellers may face patience requirements when bringing cars to market.

The Z1 qualifies as highly collectible, supported by a global production run of 8,000 units and its standing as an appreciating classic. The model's distinctive removable roof panels and 1990s roadster positioning maintain moderate desirability among enthusiasts, though it competes in a crowded segment of period sports cars.

Cars transacting in the market are averaging just 65 miles, a figure that likely reflects either recently acquired examples or a very small sample size given the two-sale dataset. This ultra-low average should be treated cautiously when evaluating typical condition norms for the model.

The three-year projection sits at $63,720, representing a 17.4 percent appreciation from current levels, with five-year guidance at $67,112 or 23.6 percent total gain. These modest growth expectations reflect stable market positioning rather than momentum, consistent with the HOLD signal and the model's stable status in a collector market that has already priced in most historic interest.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$54,296
  • Annual appr. rate+6.6%/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)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 Months2
  • Sell-Through100%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$94,400
  • Avg Mileage at Sale65 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$92,000 – US$96,800
  • Total Sales Tracked2

Recent sales

  • US$92,000

    Bring a Trailer · 17 Apr 2026

  • US$96,800

    mecum · 18 Jan 2026

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