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Shelby GT500

1967–1968

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  • Lowest price

    US$79,200

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$173,250

    Since 2020 · n=84

  • Highest price

    US$495,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    85

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 85 lots

Shelby GT500

Based on 85 verified auction results

HOLDAppreciatinghigh confidence

US$203,500

Market value · recent verified sales

+23.3%

12-month change

Hold or Wait

Appreciating but pace slowing. Patient buyers may find better entry.

Median sold price up 23.3% over the last 12 months. Hold if owned; chasing the trend at peak carries risk.

MSRP

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

US$333,612

+64%

5-Year Forecast

US$393,506

+93%

Market scores

67

Desirability

Moderate

55

Liquidity

Excellent

85

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Manual gearbox

    +US$47,385+27%

    47 with · 31 without · high 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 Shelby GT500 market is running hot, with the median price climbing to $203,500 on a year-over-year surge of 23.3 percent. That gain sits well ahead of broader collectible-car indices and reflects strong demand momentum across the segment.

The 21 sales tracked over the past 12 months represent a consistent but not outsized transaction flow, suggesting moderate liquidity. With 85 total sales in the database, the market has enough historical depth to establish reliable pricing benchmarks, though individual models and years can still trade with meaningful variance.

Shelby GT500s occupy the collectible tier with a score of 6, where high desirability and American muscle-car pedigree anchor valuations. The nameplate's production volumes and specific generations drive much of the buying interest; rarity and documented history remain the primary valuation levers in this market.

The near-term outlook projects appreciation to roughly $334,000 by year three, a 63.9 percent gain from current levels. The five-year base case reaches $393,500, or 93.4 percent above today's median—a trajectory underpinned by stable collector enthusiasm and the continued scarcity of well-preserved examples.

At current valuations and with a HOLD signal in place, the market is pricing in the bulk of near-term upside. Buyers should expect to compete in a moderately liquid environment; sellers have room to wait for seasonal demand spikes or better-condition examples to command meaningful premiums.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$203,500
  • Annual appr. rate+23.3%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
This model holds value better than its segment average — strong long-term hold.

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked86
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared86 (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$1,610
  • MaintenanceUS$3,220
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$8,050
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months26
  • Sell-Through31%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$220,596
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price RangeUS$79,200 – US$2,200,000
  • Total Sales Tracked85

Recent sales

Showing latest 20
  • US$324,500

    mecum · 15 Aug 2026

  • US$308,000

    mecum · 15 Aug 2026

  • US$264,000

    mecum · 25 Jul 2026

  • US$181,500

    mecum · 25 Jul 2026

  • US$180,000

    Bring a Trailer · 18 Jul 2026

  • US$222,222

    Bring a Trailer · 17 Jul 2026

  • US$363,000

    mecum · 16 May 2026

  • US$203,500

    mecum · 16 May 2026

  • US$126,500

    mecum · 16 May 2026

  • US$176,000

    Bring a Trailer · 30 Apr 2026

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