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Honda Civic (1st gen)

1972–1979

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Honda Civic
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Market value · recent verified sales

MSRP

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Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

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Not enough sales data

5-Year Forecast

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Not enough sales data

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Market scores

30

Desirability

Illiquid

10

Liquidity

Moderate

50

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The first-generation Honda Civic occupies a peculiar position in the classic car market: recognized as collectible but persistently illiquid, with virtually no recent transaction data to establish current pricing or momentum. The absence of tracked sales over the past year reflects how rarely these cars trade through monitored channels, making price discovery difficult for both buyers and sellers.

Despite its status as an appreciating classic, the first-gen Civic registers low current desirability, suggesting that collector interest remains niche and geographically fragmented. Production volumes and original MSRP data are not available in the current dataset, which limits analysis of how rarity or relative affordability at launch might influence present-day valuation.

The lack of mileage information on available inventory means condition assessment and restoration status—typically critical factors for early Civics—cannot be benchmarked against market norms. This absence itself signals how sparse the transaction universe has become for this model.

Without active listings or recent sales to reference, establishing a realistic market trajectory over the next three to five years is not possible based on current data. Prospective buyers or sellers of first-generation Civics will need to rely on direct dealer networks, auction house expertise, or specialist forums rather than broad market signals.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)US$600
  • MaintenanceUS$1,210
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$5,030
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months0

Market Snapshot

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  • Avg Mileage at Sale—
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  • Total Sales Tracked0

Recent sales

No tracked sales yet for this market.

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