Ferrari 400i
1979–1985
Lowest price
US$44,750
Since 2020
Median price
US$62,000
Since 2020 · n=3
Highest price
US$104,500
Since 2020
Sold cars
3
All time
Sell-through
100%
Of 3 lots

Based on 3 verified auction results
US$62,000
Market value · recent verified sales
+25.0%
12-month change
Hold or Wait
Appreciating but pace slowing. Patient buyers may find better entry.
Median sold price up 25.0% over the last 12 months. Hold if owned; chasing the trend at peak carries risk.
MSRP
—
Collectibility
9/10
Holy Grail
3-Year Forecast
US$69,010
+11%
5-Year Forecast
US$71,435
+15%
Market scores
44
Desirability
Thin
30
Liquidity
Excellent
85
Resale Outlook
Marque analyst note
The Ferrari 400i market in the US is signaling a hold, with the median price currently at $62,000 and a sharp 25 percent appreciation over the past twelve months. This strong recent move reflects growing collector interest, though the signal remains cautious given the extremely limited transaction data underlying the valuation.
Liquidity is notably thin, with only three recorded sales in the past year tracked in this market. The absence of active listings and low trading volume mean that buyers and sellers should expect extended search periods and potentially wider bid-ask spreads when negotiating a transaction.
The 400i's collectibility score ranks it as a holy grail example, supported by a relatively modest production run of 1,308 units and its classification as an appreciating classic. Moderate desirability and the car's position as a later-era V12 Ferrari with automatic transmission mean that condition, service history, and provenance will be critical drivers of value within this model.
Base projections call for 11 percent appreciation over three years and 15 percent over five years, with the median expected to reach approximately $69,000 and $71,400 respectively. These forecasts assume continued steady collector engagement, though the low-confidence rating reflects the thinness of available transaction data and the risk that demand may not sustain at current momentum.
The recent 25 percent year-on-year move should be viewed with some caution given the minimal sample size; single transactions in a thin market can produce outsized percentage swings. Prospective owners should hold current positions or wait for clearer volume signals before committing capital at the current median level.
Depreciation Benchmark
- Current avg valueUS$62,000
- Annual appr. rate+25.0%/yr
- 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$2,010
- StorageUS$3,220
- Depreciation— (appreciating)
- Total annual costUS$5,830
Market Liquidity
- Active Listings0
- Sales Last 12 Months3
- Sell-Through100%
Market Snapshot
- Active Listings0
- Avg Sale PriceUS$70,417
- Avg Mileage at Sale—
- Recent Price RangeUS$44,750 – US$104,500
- Total Sales Tracked3
Recent sales
Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.