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Ferrari 400i

1979–1985

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  • Lowest price

    US$44,750

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    US$62,000

    Since 2020 · n=3

  • Highest price

    US$104,500

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    3

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 3 lots

Ferrari 400i

Based on 3 verified auction results

HOLDAppreciatinglow confidence

US$62,000

Market value · recent verified sales

+25.0%

12-month change

Hold or Wait

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

Median sold price up 25.0% over the last 12 months. Hold if owned; chasing the trend at peak carries risk.

MSRP

Collectibility

9/10

Holy Grail

3-Year Forecast

US$69,010

+11%

5-Year Forecast

US$71,435

+15%

Market scores

44

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Excellent

85

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The Ferrari 400i has moved sharply higher in the past year, with the US median climbing to $62,000, up 25 percent year-over-year. That gain is notable, though the HOLD signal reflects the thin transaction volume underpinning the data—just three sales tracked over the trailing twelve months, which limits confidence in the trend's durability.

The 400i occupies a curious position in the collectible hierarchy: a Holy Grail-tier marque with a production run of 1,308 units and moderate desirability. That combination of scarcity and lukewarm collector enthusiasm creates the classic dynamic of an appreciating classic that hasn't yet achieved sustained momentum. The model's moderate rating suggests it remains a niche play rather than a consensus collector favorite.

With no active listings in the market and a three-car sample size, liquidity is sparse. Buyers and sellers should expect to invest time locating counterparties and should not assume easy exit at posted asking prices. The thin dealing environment also means each transaction carries outsized weight in median calculations.

The base case projects modest gains ahead: roughly 11 percent appreciation over three years and 15 percent over five years, landing the median near $69,000 and $71,400 respectively. These forecasts assume continued but gradual momentum without major shifts in collector appetite for the 400i. The low-confidence signal reflects the small sample and the model's inconsistent trading history.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg valueUS$62,000
  • Annual appr. rate+25.0%/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 tracked6
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared6 (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-Through100%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale PriceUS$70,417
  • Avg Mileage at Sale
  • Recent Price RangeUS$44,750 – US$104,500
  • Total Sales Tracked3

Recent sales

  • US$44,750

    Bring a Trailer · 19 May 2026

  • US$62,000

    Bring a Trailer · 1 May 2026

  • US$104,500

    mecum · 18 Jan 2026

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