Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX (1G)

The first-generation Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX has retreated sharply, with the median asking price down to $27,829 and off 25 percent over the past twelve months, triggering a sell signal despite its classification as an appreciating classic.

The thin liquidity market—only four sales tracked over the last year and a single active listing currently—makes confident trend reading difficult. The low-confidence rating reflects the sample size, though the year-over-year decline is directionally clear enough to warrant caution.

Cars in the current dataset average 36,800 miles, suggesting mostly well-preserved examples are transacting. This moderate mileage band supports the collectible classification, though desirability remains moderate rather than strong.

The outlook is materially adverse. The base projection calls for values near $14,574 within three years—a 47.6 percent drop from today—and further softening to $12,005 by year five. These declines reflect broader waning appetite for nineties sport compacts as a generational collector asset, despite the GSX's turbocharged pedigree and rally heritage.

Sellers holding GSX examples should not expect a recovery in the near term. The combination of thin sales flow, negative momentum, and weak forward projections creates an environment where patience is unlikely to be rewarded. Buyers, conversely, may find better entry points if they remain flexible on timing.