Ford GT40 (Mk1)
1964–1968
Lowest price
US$6,930,000
Since 2020
Median price
US$6,985,000
Since 2020 · n=2
Highest price
US$7,040,000
Since 2020
Sold cars
3
All time
Sell-through
100%
Of 3 lots

Based on 3 verified auction results
US$6,930,000
Market value · recent verified sales
+4.7%
12-month change
Hold or Wait
Appreciating but pace slowing. Patient buyers may find better entry.
Prices have been flat (+4.7%). No strong directional signal.
MSRP
—
Collectibility
10/10
Holy Grail
3-Year Forecast
US$8,217,153
+19%
5-Year Forecast
US$8,684,026
+25%
Estimates based on 3 verified United States sales.
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Market scores
44
Desirability
Thin
30
Liquidity
Good
60
Resale Outlook
Marque analyst note
The Ford GT40 Mk1 currently trades at a $6.93 million median in the US market, up 4.7% over the past twelve months on a three-car sample. This is a "Holy Grail" tier collectible with a HOLD signal, reflecting stability rather than momentum.
Production volume of just 31 units places the Mk1 among the rarest competition cars ever built, and its 1966 Le Mans victory remains the defining historical credential in motorsport. Desirability scores as moderate despite the scarcity, suggesting that factors beyond rarity—condition, provenance, and racing history—weigh heavily on buyer appetite at this level.
Liquidity is thin: only three sales tracked over the twelve-month window and currently zero active listings. This sparsity means any transaction is a market event in itself, and pricing signals should be treated cautiously given the small sample size. Buyers and sellers should expect extended search periods and expect to negotiate outside public channels.
Mileage data is not available for recent transactions, which is typical for cars at this tier where originality and mechanical completeness often matter more than absolute wear. The absence of hard condition metrics underscores that provenance and restoration history drive value far more than standard wear indicators.
The three-year base projection sits at $8.22 million (18.6% appreciation), with a five-year base estimate of $8.68 million (25.3%). These modest gains reflect the already-elevated entry price and the stabilizing effect of a finite, non-depreciating supply. Supply-side pressures are non-existent, making future appreciation dependent largely on sustained collector demand and no major market corrections in ultra-high-end iron.
Depreciation Benchmark
- Current avg valueUS$6,930,000
- Annual appr. rate+4.7%/yr
- Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
Est. Annual Ownership Costs
- Insurance (agreed value)US$55,410
- MaintenanceUS$5,360
- StorageUS$3,220
- Depreciation— (appreciating)
- Total annual costUS$63,990
Market Liquidity
- Active Listings0
- Sales Last 12 Months0
- Sell-Through0%
Market Snapshot
- Active Listings0
- Avg Sale PriceUS$6,270,000
- Avg Mileage at Sale—
- Recent Price RangeUS$4,840,000 – US$7,040,000
- Total Sales Tracked3
Recent sales
Common questions
What is a Ford GT40 (Mk1) worth in 2026?
The current United States market median is US$6,930,000, based on 3 verified auction sales. Recent sales ranged from US$4,840,000 to US$7,040,000.
Is the Ford GT40 (Mk1) going up in value?
Over the last 12 months its United States median moved +4.7%. Past movement is not a guarantee of future value.
How many Ford GT40 (Mk1)s are for sale right now?
No live auction listings tracked right now — new lots are swept in several times a day, and you can follow the model to be notified.
Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.