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Shelby Cobra 289

1964–1965

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  • Lowest price

    US$330,000

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$976,250

    Since 2020 · n=8

  • Highest price

    US$1,375,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    10

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 10 lots

Shelby Cobra 289

Based on 10 verified auction results

HOLDStablemedium confidence

US$1,031,250

Market value · recent verified sales

-0.2%

12-month change

Fair Entry

Stable prices. Negotiate on spec and condition.

Prices have been flat (-0.2%). No strong directional signal.

MSRP

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$1,026,758

-0%

5-Year Forecast

US$1,025,329

-1%

Estimates based on 10 verified United States sales.

Market scores

55

Desirability

Moderate

55

Liquidity

Moderate

50

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The Shelby Cobra 289 market is holding steady around $1.03 million at median, with virtually flat year-over-year movement of -0.2 percent. This signals a stable floor rather than momentum in either direction, and the HOLD signal reflects a market in equilibrium.

Ten transactions over the past twelve months provide a modest but usable dataset for assessing price direction. Moderate liquidity at this price point means buyers and sellers should expect reasonable search windows without the urgency that drives premium competition.

The 289 sits in the appreciating classic tier, classified as collectible with moderate desirability in the current market. Production figures and specific mileage profiles are not available from this dataset, though the model's legendary status and early 1960s provenance remain core to its standing among enthusiasts and collectors.

The three-year projection suggests a gentle decline to $1.03 million, a negligible -0.4 percent shift from current levels. The five-year outlook follows the same trajectory, settling at $1.025 million, or -0.6 percent—indicating a market likely to remain price-stable without significant tailwinds or headwinds driving appreciation.

At current valuations, entry conditions appear fair rather than compelling. The absence of active listings and moderate desirability suggest this is a patient collector's market where pricing power is limited and time to transaction should be factored into acquisition planning.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$1,031,250
  • Annual appr. rate-0.2%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked10
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared10 (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$8,240
  • MaintenanceUS$5,360
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$16,820
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months3
  • Sell-Through30%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$1,060,300
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price RangeUS$330,000 – US$1,760,000
  • Total Sales Tracked10

Recent sales

Showing latest 10
  • US$1,072,500

    mecum · 15 Aug 2026

  • US$330,000

    mecum · 21 Mar 2026

  • US$1,298,000

    mecum · 18 Jan 2026

  • US$990,000

    mecum · 17 May 2025

  • US$962,500

    mecum · 14 Jan 2024

  • US$907,500

    mecum · 15 Jan 2023

  • US$1,375,000

    mecum · 16 Jan 2022

  • US$907,500

    mecum · 14 Aug 2021

  • US$1,760,000

    mecum · 19 May 2019

  • US$1,000,000

    mecum · 15 Aug 2015

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