Buick Skylark
1953–1954
Lowest price
US$25,500
Since 2020
Median price
US$78,650
Since 2020 · n=8
Highest price
US$154,000
Since 2020
Sold cars
8
All time
Sell-through
100%
Of 8 lots

Based on 8 verified auction results
US$74,830
Market value · recent verified sales
-1.7%
12-month change
Fair Entry
Stable prices. Negotiate on spec and condition.
Prices have been flat (-1.7%). No strong directional signal.
MSRP
—
Collectibility
6/10
Collectible
3-Year Forecast
US$81,961
+10%
5-Year Forecast
US$84,399
+13%
Market scores
46
Desirability
Thin
30
Liquidity
Moderate
50
Resale Outlook
Marque analyst note
The Buick Skylark has settled at a median price of $74,830 in the US market, with a modest 1.7% decline over the past year signaling consolidation after earlier gains. The HOLD signal reflects stable but uninspiring momentum, and current pricing appears positioned as a fair entry point for patient buyers.
Trading volume remains thin, with only four sales recorded over the past 12 months against a historical sample of eight total tracked transactions. This limited liquidity means buyers and sellers should expect longer holding periods and may need flexibility on pricing, though the scarcity also supports baseline value defense.
The Skylark occupies the appreciating classic category with a collectibility score of 6, anchored by moderate desirability rather than the enthusiasm that drives scarcer or more iconic models. Without production figures in hand, the car's popularity tier appears stable enough to sustain collector interest without commanding premium appreciation premiums.
The three-year base projection points to $81,961, representing 9.5% appreciation, while the five-year outlook extends to $84,399 or 12.8% total gain. These modest forecasts reflect steady but unspectacular tailwinds, consistent with the car's position as a solid secondary-tier classic rather than a breakout performer.
No active listings currently appear in the tracked market, underscoring the thin liquidity profile and suggesting that interested buyers may need to pursue off-market channels or wait for fresh inventory. The stable classification and fair-value positioning suggest this remains a market for hobbyists and long-term holders rather than traders seeking rapid turns.
Depreciation Benchmark
- Current avg valueUS$74,830
- Annual appr. rate-1.7%/yr
- Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
Vehicle History Signals
- Auction lots tracked8
- Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
- No damage declared8 (100.0%)
Est. Annual Ownership Costs
- Insurance (agreed value)US$600
- MaintenanceUS$2,010
- StorageUS$3,220
- Depreciation— (appreciating)
- Total annual costUS$5,830
Market Liquidity
- Active Listings0
- Sales Last 12 Months4
- Sell-Through50%
Market Snapshot
- Active Listings0
- Avg Sale PriceUS$86,520
- Avg Mileage at Sale—
- Recent Price RangeUS$25,500 – US$154,000
- Total Sales Tracked8
Recent sales
Showing latest 8US$25,500
Bring a Trailer · 20 May 2026
Metallic blue · Manual
US$84,700
mecum · 11 Apr 2026
Malibu Blue · Automatic
US$64,960
bonhams · 23 Jan 2026
US$132,000
mecum · 18 Jan 2026
Majestic White · Automatic
US$154,000
mecum · 19 Jan 2025
Majestic White · Automatic
US$77,000
mecum · 15 Apr 2023
Red · Automatic
US$80,300
mecum · 1 Apr 2023
Matador Red · Automatic
US$73,700
mecum · 14 Aug 2021
Matador Red
Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.