Datsun Fairlady Roadster
1959–1970
Lowest price
US$14,250
Since 2020
Median price
US$20,250
Since 2020 · n=5
Highest price
US$39,600
Since 2020
Sold cars
5
All time
Sell-through
100%
Of 5 lots

Based on 5 verified auction results
US$20,250
Market value · recent verified sales
MSRP
—
Collectibility
6/10
Collectible
3-Year Forecast
—
Not enough sales data
5-Year Forecast
—
Not enough sales data
Estimates based on 5 verified United States sales.
Market scores
48
Desirability
Thin
30
Liquidity
Moderate
50
Resale Outlook
Marque analyst note
The Datsun Fairlady Roadster is trading at a median US$20,250 in the current US market, supported by five recorded transactions over the past twelve months. This volume represents the entirety of our tracked sales data for the model, indicating a small but consistent pool of activity.
Classified as an appreciating classic with a collectibility score of 6, the Fairlady Roadster occupies solid middle ground in the collector car hierarchy. The model's moderate desirability reflects its position as an early Japanese sports car with historical significance but limited production recognition compared to its European contemporaries.
Liquidity remains thin for this marque, with just five sales tracked in our twelve-month window and no active listings currently visible in the market. This sparse transaction frequency suggests that buyers and sellers may face extended holding periods, and pricing typically emerges from private negotiation rather than competitive auction environments.
The absence of mileage data from recent transactions limits our ability to assess the condition premium or depreciation curves typical for examples in active commerce. Future market participants should expect wide variation in asking prices based on restoration quality and original specifications, given the thin comparable base.
Without sufficient year-over-year transaction volume or price momentum signals, directional forecasting for this model remains constrained. Market activity will likely continue to reflect the niche appeal of pre-1970 Japanese roadsters rather than broad collector enthusiasm.
Depreciation Benchmark
- Current avg valueUS$20,250
- Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
Vehicle History Signals
- Auction lots tracked6
- Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
- No damage declared6 (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-Through100%
Market Snapshot
- Active Listings0
- Avg Sale PriceUS$22,870
- Avg Mileage at Sale—
- Recent Price RangeUS$14,250 – US$39,600
- Total Sales Tracked5
Recent sales
Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.