Datsun 510 / Bluebird
1968–1973
Lowest price
US$10,750
Since 2020
Median price
US$14,875
Since 2020 · n=2
Highest price
US$19,000
Since 2020
Sold cars
2
All time
Sell-through
100%
Of 2 lots

Based on 2 verified auction results
US$16,500
Market value · recent verified sales
MSRP
—
Collectibility
6/10
Collectible
3-Year Forecast
—
Not enough sales data
5-Year Forecast
—
Not enough sales data
Estimates pool 3 verified sales across Australia, United States — cross-market prices FX-adjusted at Jul 2026 rates.
Market scores
41
Desirability
Illiquid
10
Liquidity
Moderate
50
Resale Outlook
Marque analyst note
The Datsun 510/Bluebird market in the US shows a median price of $16,500, though the limited transaction volume makes year-over-year trend analysis unreliable at present. With only two sales tracked in the past twelve months, any price signal remains nascent and should be interpreted cautiously.
Liquidity for the 510 remains constrained, with no active listings and sparse historical transaction data underpinning the market. This illiquid environment means buyers and sellers should expect extended search periods and potentially wider bid-ask spreads than more frequently traded classics.
The 510/Bluebird occupies the collectible tier with a score of 6, reflecting its status as an appreciating classic with moderate desirability. Factors typical to this model—originality, rust history, matching numbers, and market familiarity among Japanese-car enthusiasts—will influence individual value more than broad market trends given the thin trading base.
Without robust mileage data or recent sales velocity, near-term price projections cannot be meaningfully established. The market will require substantially more transaction activity to clarify whether current pricing represents stable ground or a transitional moment in the model's emerging collector status.
Depreciation Benchmark
- Current avg valueUS$16,500
- Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
Est. Annual Ownership Costs
- Insurance (agreed value)US$600
- MaintenanceUS$1,210
- StorageUS$3,220
- Depreciation— (appreciating)
- Total annual costUS$5,030
Market Liquidity
- Active Listings0
- Sales Last 12 Months2
- Sell-Through100%
Market Snapshot
- Active Listings0
- Avg Sale PriceUS$14,875
- Avg Mileage at Sale—
- Recent Price RangeUS$10,750 – US$19,000
- Total Sales Tracked2
Recent sales
Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.