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BMW 2800 CS

1968–1971

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  • Lowest price

    US$9,350

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$60,500

    Since 2020 · n=4

  • Highest price

    US$154,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    4

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 4 lots

BMW 2800 CS

Based on 4 verified auction results

SELLDepreciatingmedium confidence

US$60,500

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$31,683

-48%

5-Year Forecast

US$26,099

-57%

Estimates based on 4 verified United States sales.

Market scores

46

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Poor

10

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The BMW 2800 CS is trading at a median of $60,500 in the US market, having fallen 25 percent over the past year—a sharp reversal from its prior appreciation trajectory. The current technical signal is SELL, reflecting both recent weakness and forward-looking pressure on valuation.

Transaction activity remains sparse, with only four sales tracked over the past twelve months. This thin liquidity means that price discovery is limited and any individual sale can move the market meaningfully in either direction, creating risk for both buyers and sellers seeking efficient exits.

The 2800 CS carries a collectible rating with moderate desirability, positioning it as a secondary-tier classic rather than a first-rank blue chip. Production figures are unavailable, but the model's relative rarity and European heritage support its standing within the appreciating-classic segment, though that classification appears increasingly strained by recent price action.

The base projection for the next three years suggests a decline to approximately $31,700, representing a cumulative 48 percent loss from current levels. Over five years, the median is forecast to settle near $26,100, or 57 percent below today's price, signaling sustained downward pressure on values.

This deterioration reflects a broader retreat in the market for 1970s European coupes and aging luxury touring cars, categories that have struggled as collector interest has shifted toward higher-performance and more iconic nameplates. Unless significant new demand emerges or supply tightens unexpectedly, the 2800 CS appears caught in a secular decline rather than a cyclical dip.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$60,500
  • Annual appr. rate-25.0%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked11
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared11 (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$2,010
  • StorageUS$3,220
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual costUS$5,830
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-Through75%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$71,088
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price RangeUS$9,350 – US$154,000
  • Total Sales Tracked4

Recent sales

  • US$95,000

    Bring a Trailer · 23 Jul 2026

  • US$9,350

    mecum · 16 May 2026

  • US$26,000

    Bring a Trailer · 29 Apr 2026

  • US$154,000

    mecum · 19 Jan 2025

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