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Buick Grand National

1984–1987

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  • Lowest price

    US$20,900

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$84,150

    Since 2020 · n=16

  • Highest price

    US$115,500

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    16

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 16 lots

Buick Grand National

Based on 16 verified auction results

SELLDepreciatinghigh confidence

US$48,250

Market value · recent verified sales

-22.9%

12-month change

Wait or Sell

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

Median sold price down 22.9% over the last 12 months. Loss is likely to continue, especially for this segment.

MSRP

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$52,848

+10%

5-Year Forecast

US$54,420

+13%

Market scores

48

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Poor

10

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The Buick Grand National has retreated to a median of $48,250, marking a sharp 22.9 percent decline over the past twelve months and now carrying a sell signal. This pullback comes despite the model's standing as an appreciating classic, suggesting recent momentum has broken downward from prior highs.

Transaction activity remains thin, with only five confirmed sales in the past year against a total tracked sample of sixteen cars. This sparse liquidity means buyers and sellers should expect wider spreads and longer holding periods than more actively traded collector segments.

The typical Grand National in current circulation shows 14,900 miles on the odometer, reflecting a well-preserved collector base. The model commands moderate desirability as a collectable, though it lacks the extreme scarcity or exotic cachet that drives some segments higher.

The three-year projection points to a modest recovery, with the base case calling for $52,848—a 9.5 percent rebound from today's level. Over five years, the model is forecast to reach $54,420, representing cumulative appreciation of 12.8 percent, though these gains assume stabilization of current downward pressure.

No active listings appear in the market at present, which may indicate either a brief seasonal dry spell or a broader pause in selling as current owners await clearer price signals. The high-confidence sell signal suggests waiting for either improved transaction clarity or a firmer price floor before committing to purchase.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$48,250
  • Annual appr. rate-22.9%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked16
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared16 (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 Months8
  • Sell-Through50%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$75,494
  • Avg Mileage at Sale14,900 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$20,900 – US$115,500
  • Total Sales Tracked16

Recent sales

Showing latest 16
  • US$68,200

    mecum · 25 Jul 2026

  • US$20,900

    mecum · 25 Jul 2026

  • US$45,500

    Bring a Trailer · 14 Jul 2026

  • US$80,500

    Bring a Trailer · 10 Jul 2026

  • US$25,500

    Bring a Trailer · 29 Jun 2026

  • US$41,800

    mecum · 16 May 2026

  • US$48,250

    Bring a Trailer · 4 May 2026

  • US$115,500

    mecum · 4 Oct 2025

  • US$106,700

    mecum · 22 Mar 2025

  • US$88,000

    mecum · 13 Jul 2024

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