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Mazda RX-7 (FB)

1978–1985

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  • Lowest price

    US$6,700

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$16,598

    Since 2020 · n=5

  • Highest price

    US$29,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    5

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 5 lots

Mazda RX-7

Based on 5 verified auction results

SELLDepreciatinglow confidence

US$21,199

Market value · recent verified sales

-25.0%

12-month change

Wait or Sell

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

Median sold price down 25.0% over the last 12 months. Loss is likely to continue, especially for this segment.

MSRP

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$23,219

+10%

5-Year Forecast

US$23,910

+13%

Market scores

46

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Poor

10

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Built ≤ 1980

    US$3,602-22%

    5 with · 4 without · low confidence

Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. Sales are pooled across markets on a relative-price basis, so exchange rates and market levels can't skew the split. Options interact in ways a one-at-a-time split can’t capture — treat each premium as directional rather than gospel.

Marque analyst note

The Mazda RX-7 FB is trading at a median of $21,199 in the current market, down 25 percent over the past twelve months—a sharp reversal that carries a sell signal despite the car's long-term appreciating classic designation.

Transaction volume remains sparse, with only four sales recorded in the trailing twelve months and five tracked overall, placing this model in thin liquidity territory. This limited sample size constrains price discovery and suggests buyers or sellers may face extended holding periods or reduced negotiating leverage.

The FB generation RX-7 maintains collectible status with moderate desirability, though production figures remain unavailable for this analysis. Typical examples in recent transactions show around 42,450 miles on the odometer, suggesting most surviving cars carry substantial use.

The near-term outlook is mixed. Base projections point to $23,219 by year three (9.5 percent appreciation) and $23,910 by year five (12.8 percent), implying a modest recovery from current depressed levels. However, the one-year decline and low confidence rating suggest market sentiment remains uncertain.

Current conditions favor patience over aggressive buying or selling. The absence of active listings combined with thin trading volume means motivated sellers have limited options, while buyers willing to wait may encounter better entry points if depreciation continues. The platform's sell or wait recommendation reflects this cautious stance given the recent momentum reversal.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$21,199
  • Annual appr. rate-25.0%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked9
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared9 (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$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 Months5
  • Sell-Through100%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$17,520
  • Avg Mileage at Sale42,450 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$6,700 – US$29,000
  • Total Sales Tracked5

Recent sales

  • US$9,500

    Bring a Trailer · 20 Jul 2026

  • US$16,598

    Bring a Trailer · 1 Jul 2026

  • US$29,000

    Bring a Trailer · 21 May 2026

  • US$6,700

    Bring a Trailer · 30 Apr 2026

  • US$25,800

    cars-and-bids · 13 Mar 2026

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