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Nissan 300ZX (Z31)

1983–1989

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  • Lowest price

    US$2,700

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$12,700

    Since 2020 · n=12

  • Highest price

    US$80,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    12

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 12 lots

Nissan 300ZX

Based on 12 verified auction results

HOLDAppreciatingmedium confidence

US$11,000

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

5/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$11,000

+0%

5-Year Forecast

US$11,000

+0%

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Market scores

34

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Excellent

85

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Built ≤ 1986

    +US$18,992+150%

    8 with · 3 without · low confidence

Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. Prices are adjusted to the model's median mileage before comparing. 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 Nissan 300ZX Z31 has climbed to a median of $11,000 in the US market, posting a robust 25% gain over the past year despite a hold signal and minimal transaction volume. This sharp appreciation sits atop a thin sample of just three sales in the trailing twelve months, which limits confidence in the trend's durability.

Only one car is actively listed at present, and thin liquidity defines the market segment. With just twelve total tracked sales, buyers and sellers should expect extended search periods and limited room for negotiation, typical of models that have yet to achieve broad collector recognition.

The Z31 carries a low desirability rating and sits at the lower end of the collectibility spectrum, though it does qualify as a stable modern classic. These cars typically show around 93,000 miles at point of sale, suggesting most transactions involve fairly used examples rather than garage-kept specials.

The base projection holds the median flat through 2029, with neither the three-year nor five-year outlook showing material price movement. The recent 25% spike appears isolated rather than indicative of a sustained rally, and the low desirability designation suggests limited tailwinds from demographic or nostalgia-driven demand.

Holders should maintain positions without expectation of appreciation; new buyers should await clearer evidence of sustained collector demand before committing capital.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$11,000
  • Annual appr. rate+25.0%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked19
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared19 (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.

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Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings1
  • Sales Last 12 Months11
  • Sell-Through92%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings1
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$21,560
  • Avg Mileage at Sale93,111 mi
  • Recent Price RangeUS$2,700 – US$80,000
  • Total Sales Tracked12

Recent sales

Showing latest 12
  • US$2,700

    cars-and-bids · 5 Oct 2026

  • US$15,000

    Bring a Trailer · 11 Sept 2026

  • US$35,000

    Bring a Trailer · 26 Aug 2026

  • US$11,000

    Bring a Trailer · 24 Aug 2026

  • US$33,000

    Bring a Trailer · 19 Aug 2026

  • US$8,250

    Bring a Trailer · 15 Aug 2026

  • US$29,700

    mecum · 15 Aug 2026

  • US$13,100

    cars-and-bids · 12 Aug 2026

  • US$11,000

    Bring a Trailer · 12 May 2026

  • US$12,300

    Bring a Trailer · 11 May 2026

Common questions

What is a Nissan 300ZX (Z31) worth in 2026?

The current United States market median is US$11,000, based on 3 verified auction sales. Recent sales ranged from US$2,700 to US$80,000.

Is the Nissan 300ZX (Z31) going up in value?

Over the last 12 months its United States median moved +25.0%. Past movement is not a guarantee of future value.

How many Nissan 300ZX (Z31)s are for sale right now?

We track 1 live auction listing for this model right now — each priced against the market median on this page.

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